Start in a seated position with left leg stretched forward, toes pointing up. Bend right leg and place the sole of the right foot along the knee or inner thigh of the left leg. Reach forward to the toes of the left foot until you feel the hamstring stretch (the hamstring muscles are on the backs of the thighs). Hold for 10 to 30 seconds without bouncing.
Switch legs and repeat. This stretch is sometimes called a hurdler's stretch since it mimics the position of the legs during a hurdle.
