Purpose: This stretch is a variation of the forward fold that also has a balance and stability element. The front hamstring is stretched while the back quad is strengthened and the back calf and ankle are stretched.
Focus: Hamstring flexibility, quad strength, ankle mobility, calf stretch, balance, stability, back tension relief.
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Foundation-Advanced: Hips lifted sing...
Purpose: This version of the hamstring stretch keeps the hips elevated and square so that skaters can work maintaining the square position of their hips and shoulders like they will need in the forward splits. This is a good stretch to put in sequence for working on the forward splits and spirals...
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Advanced: Seated forward straddle wit...
Purpose: This split is helpful for skaters to work on their middle split flexibility, their Russian split jump, and external hip rotation. Reaching forward in the straddle increases the intensity of the stretch and also allows skaters to work on lengthening their spine and stretching their arms a...
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Beginner-Foundation: Seated single le...
Purpose: This seated hamstring stretch is helpful for stretching one hamstring at a time. It is easier than a standing variation because the skater does not have to focus on stability and can get deeper into the stretch.
Focus: Hamstring flexibility, ankle mobility, ankle flexion, forward splits
