Correct Execution of the
Hamstring Leg Stretch Makes this Muscle
Longer and Stronger
Proper care must be maintained doing this Hamstring Leg Stretch. The Hamstring runs down the back of the leg and is one of the longest group of muscles in the body. ~~The Sartorius muscle,
not the Hamstring, is actually, the longest muscle in the body which runs from the hip to the inside of the knee~~ When doing the hamstring leg stretch, the hamstring is elongated as the torso is pulled forward toward the knees. This is turn, stretches the back muscles.
 TaeKwonDo and other Sports are inherently Dynamic, meaning, the motions and movements involved are unpredictable. If you remember any ThermoDynamics from P-Chem. (Physical Chemistry), you might say that these sports have a
High Level of Entropy.
You have to dip, dodge, jump, lunge, etc. That is why it is super beneficial to have the hamstring very flexible and able to elongate far beyond the norm. This will decrease warm-up time and cut out about 80% of any sports injuries or muscle strains that you may encounter.
Let's get started with how to do this leg stretch (hamstring) correctly. If you need to, Please Review the section of
Basic Stretches.
Start on a comfortable floor with both legs straight out in front of you. Make sure both feet are together and are straight up in the air (Very Important). If you allow your feet to flip outward, this will not for proper isolation to adequately elongate this muscle group. So, as you Slowly bend your torso forward toward your knees, grasp your knees with your hands, if you can. You can pull yourself down, but only very Slightly and Gently. Remember, NO BOUNCING!! 
The procedure for doing this Hamstring Leg Stretch is just like the other flexibility exercises, Stretch Down and hold for a minimum of 20 seconds, Rest a few moments in between each exercise, Repeat this at least Three (3) times then go to the next Flexibility Exercise.
As I mentioned earlier about this Hamstring Leg Stretch, the Hamstring, itself, is easily elongated with this warm-up exercise which can prevent future injury to this muscle group or even to the back area. Remember, Flexibility is gained SLOWLY so do not rush. Repetition and Correct Execution of each exercise is Key!
Once you get into a Routine, stay in the routine! This will burn calories like crazy and your body will become accustom to the movements. If you like, once you think you are ready, take a look at some Basic Techniques we have posted at our Wholesaler's Site,
Legacy Martial Arts Supply. The link should be on the left hand side. The guys at Legacy are letting even NON-Instructors have accounts for a short time! Be sure to visit this site!
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