{"id":21891,"date":"2024-01-16T21:59:26","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T21:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/?p=21891"},"modified":"2024-01-16T21:59:32","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T21:59:32","slug":"calisthenics-hamstring-exercises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/calisthenics-hamstring-exercises","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Calisthenics Hamstring Exercises to Sculpt Your Legs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The hamstrings, located on the back of the thigh, are a group of three muscles &#8211; the semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and biceps femoris.<sup class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote \" data-mfn=\"1\" data-mfn-post-scope=\"0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  title=\"  Anatomy, Bony Pelvis, and Lower Limb, Hamstring Muscle &#8211; Stat Pearls (NLM Journal)\"  role=\"button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-1\">1<\/a><\/sup><span id=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-1\" role=\"tooltip\" class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote__note\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mfn=\"1\">  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546688\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Anatomy, Bony Pelvis, and Lower Limb, Hamstring Muscle<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; Stat Pearls (NLM Journal)<\/span> These muscles are involved in various <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/calisthenics-leg-exercises-and-workout\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"10252\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>calisthenics lower body exercises<\/strong><\/a>, such as squats, lunges, and bridges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By bolstering your hammies, you can increase your lower body strength, balance, and flexibility, enhance your athletic performance, and minimize the risk of injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I&#8217;ve shared the five best calisthenics hamstring exercises that can help you reinforce your posterior thighs without using major gym equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a newbie or working out for a while, you can integrate some of these exercises into your <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/5-day-calisthenics-split-with-pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17835\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>workout routine<\/strong><\/a> to progress your lower body health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5 Best Calisthenics <strong>Hamstring<\/strong><\/strong> <strong>Exercises to Bolster Your Legs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Single Leg Deadlift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Single-Leg Elevated Bridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nordic Hamstring Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sliding Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glute Bridge Walkout<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Single Leg Deadlift<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Calisthenics-Hamstring-Workout.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21949\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Calisthenics-Hamstring-Workout.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Calisthenics-Hamstring-Workout-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Calisthenics-Hamstring-Workout-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Exercise<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty Level: <\/strong>Intermediate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Muscle Worked:<\/strong> Hamstrings, Glutes Medius, Lower Back, and Abs<sup class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote \" data-mfn=\"2\" data-mfn-post-scope=\"0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  title=\"   Diamant, W., Geisler, S., Havers, T., &amp; Knicker, A. (2021). Comparison of EMG Activity between Single-Leg Deadlift and Conventional Bilateral Deadlift in Trained Amateur Athletes &#8211; An Empirical Analysis. International journal of exercise science, 14(1), 187\u2013201.\"  role=\"button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-2\">2<\/a><\/sup><span id=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-2\" role=\"tooltip\" class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote__note\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mfn=\"2\">   Diamant, W., Geisler, S., Havers, T., &amp; Knicker, A. (2021). <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34055137\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34055137\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Comparison of EMG Activity between Single-Leg Deadlift and Conventional Bilateral Deadlift<\/strong><\/a> in Trained Amateur Athletes &#8211; An Empirical Analysis. International journal of exercise science, 14(1), 187\u2013201.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equipment Needed:<\/strong> None, but you can use resistance bands and dumbbells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enhances balance and stability by focusing on one leg at a time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Makes the lower body firm and flexible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engages the core for better abdominal strength.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevent muscle imbalances and improve muscle symmetry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How-to Guide<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Set-up:<\/strong> Stand upright with your feet together and arms straight against your thigh.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Execution:<\/strong> Hinge forward by raising your right leg behind until your torso and leg are parallel to the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Pause for a few seconds, then return your legs to the start. Repeat on the opposite side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Reps and Sets<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Perform three to four sets of eight to ten reps per leg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Single-Leg Hamstring Bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Single Leg Hamstring Bridge\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cWiHUKPNYHk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Exercise<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty Level:<\/strong> Beginner to Intermediate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Muscle Worked:<\/strong> Hamstrings, Buttocks, Lower Back, and Abdominals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equipment Needed:<\/strong> A Flat Bench or a Box; you can also do it using the bed at your home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Engage the hamstring and glutes simultaneously.<sup class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote \" data-mfn=\"3\" data-mfn-post-scope=\"0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  title=\" Lehecka, B J et al. \u201cBUILDING A BETTER GLUTEAL BRIDGE: ELECTROMYOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF HIP MUSCLE ACTIVITY DURING MODIFIED SINGLE-LEG BRIDGES.\u201d International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy vol. 12,4 (2017): 543-549.\"  role=\"button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-3\">3<\/a><\/sup><span id=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-3\" role=\"tooltip\" class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote__note\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mfn=\"3\"> Lehecka, B J et al. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5534144\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5534144\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>BUILDING A BETTER GLUTEAL BRIDGE<\/strong><\/a>: ELECTROMYOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF HIP MUSCLE ACTIVITY DURING MODIFIED SINGLE-LEG BRIDGES.\u201d International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy vol. 12,4 (2017): 543-549.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance hip stability and flexibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activates the core muscles, improves posture, and makes the lower spine less susceptible to injuries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps correct muscle imbalances between the legs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How-to Guide<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Set-up:<\/strong> Lie on the floor with your face up and position your right foot on the bench with your fingers pointing upward. Lift your left leg off the ground and hold it in a diagonal position with your knee softly bent. That&#8217;s the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Execution:<\/strong> Brace your core and lift your hips off the floor until your hamstrings are fully engaged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Pause for a moment, feel the work in your hammies, then return to the start.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Reps and Sets<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Perform two to three sets of 10-15 reps on each side. You can also do extra reps and sets for your weaker side. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Nordic Curl<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Nordic Hamstring Curl with partner\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FV91PGE_oUg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Exercise<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty Level:<\/strong> Intermediate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Muscle Worked:<\/strong> Lower Back and Rear Thigh<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equipment Needed:<\/strong> It requires no equipment but the support of a partner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It isolates and<a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/glute-and-hamstring-workout\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/glute-and-hamstring-workout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>strengthens the hamstrings and glutes<\/strong><\/a> effectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase flexibility in your posterior chain muscles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve your ability to control the body balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It helps recover hamstring injuries and reduce pain.<sup class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote \" data-mfn=\"4\" data-mfn-post-scope=\"0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  title=\" van Dyk N, Behan FP, Whiteley R. Including the Nordic hamstring exercise in injury prevention programmes halves the rate of hamstring injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 8459 athletes. Br J Sports Med. 2019;53(21):1362-1370. doi:10.1136\/bjsports-2018-100045\"  role=\"button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-4\">4<\/a><\/sup><span id=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_21891-4\" role=\"tooltip\" class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote__note\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mfn=\"4\"> van Dyk N, Behan FP, Whiteley R. Including the <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30808663\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30808663\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Nordic hamstring exercise in injury prevention programmes<\/strong><\/a> halves the rate of hamstring injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 8459 athletes. Br J Sports Med. 2019;53(21):1362-1370. doi:10.1136\/bjsports-2018-100045<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How-to Guide<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Set-up:<\/strong> Sit on your knees with your chest up and back straight. Keep your arms crossed over your torso, and ask your partner to hold your ankles for support. That&#8217;s the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Execution:<\/strong> Keeping your knees on the floor, slowly lower your body as close to the ground as possible. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Pull your body back to the start and repeat. You&#8217;ll feel the contraction in your biceps femoris.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Reps and Sets<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Aim for three to four sets of 10 to 12 reps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Sliding Leg Curl<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How To: Slider Leg Curl\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kkkTfzi2gj4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Exercise<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty Level:<\/strong> Beginner to Intermediate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Muscle Worked:<\/strong> Glutes, Hams, and Core<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equipment Needed:<\/strong> Core Sliders\/ Workout Sliding Discs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reinforces posterior thigh and glutes maximus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bolster the abdominal muscles and help sculpt the core.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develops functional and athletic fitness where legs are involved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How-to Guide<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Setup:<\/strong> Lie on the floor with your arms straight at your sides, knees bent, and your heels on the sliding discs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Execution:<\/strong> Slowly slide your heels toward your glutes by bending your knees. Keep your hips elevated and focus on using your hamstrings to perform the curl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Extend your legs back to the starting position in a controlled manner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Reps and Sets<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Perform three sets of 10-15 reps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Glute Bridge Walkout<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Glute Bridge Walkout\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NaisR71dDxI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Exercise<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty Level:<\/strong> Intermediate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Muscle Worked:<\/strong> Hamstrings, Glute, and Lower Back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equipment Needed:<\/strong> None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It works on multiple muscles simultaneously, including the rear thigh.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bridge walkout is a dynamic exercise that also burns decent calories in a short time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How-to Guide<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Set-up:<\/strong> Lie on the ground with your knees bent, arms straight by your sides, and feet flat on the ground.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Execution:<\/strong> Lift your hips off the ground, get into the bridge position, and walk your feet out until your legs are straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Reverse the movement and return to the start.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Reps and Sets<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Perform three sets of 8-10 times.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0e69c86d\">\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-18aade6e gb-headline-text\"><strong>Similar Exercises<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper 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\">References<\/h3><ul class=\"modern-footnotes-list \"><li><span>1<\/span><div>  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546688\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK546688\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Anatomy, Bony Pelvis, and Lower Limb, Hamstring Muscle<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; Stat Pearls (NLM Journal)<\/div><\/li><li><span>2<\/span><div>   Diamant, W., Geisler, S., Havers, T., &amp; Knicker, A. (2021). <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34055137\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34055137\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Comparison of EMG Activity between Single-Leg Deadlift and Conventional Bilateral Deadlift<\/strong><\/a> in Trained Amateur Athletes &#8211; An Empirical Analysis. International journal of exercise science, 14(1), 187\u2013201.<\/div><\/li><li><span>3<\/span><div> Lehecka, B J et al. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5534144\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5534144\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>BUILDING A BETTER GLUTEAL BRIDGE<\/strong><\/a>: ELECTROMYOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF HIP MUSCLE ACTIVITY DURING MODIFIED SINGLE-LEG BRIDGES.\u201d International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy vol. 12,4 (2017): 543-549.<\/div><\/li><li><span>4<\/span><div> van Dyk N, Behan FP, Whiteley R. 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