Hamstring strains are absolutely dreaded by track and field athletes alike. They are not only painful, but also have a lengthy recovery timeline, and a HUGE risk of injury re-occurrence.
Unfortunately, they are also one of the most common injuries we see in both athletes and weekend warriors alike.
And it is understandable to some degree. The hamstrings are one of the key prime movers of the lower limb, and as a result are under significant stress during a number (if not ALL) of athletic movements. Due to this they are arguably at greater risk of injury than many other muscle groups.
BUT.
This is no excuse.
I can guarantee 90% of you are not doing enough to reduce your risk of developing a hamstring injury.
And there is A LOT we can do to prevent hamstring injury.
Find out how HERE
Article originally published at Hunter Bennett Performance
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