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(CNN) — Hamstring tightness is one of the most common complaints I hear from athletes, everyday exercisers and desk workers alike. No matter how much you may try to stretch, the tightness doesn’t go ...

THE STATE OF your hamstrings determines more about your body’s condition than you might expect. Tightness in your hamstrings can cause back pain, hip mobility, and even bad posture. “Tight hamstrings ...

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Hamstring tightness occurs when the muscles on the back of the thighs become shortened due to injury, sitting for long periods, muscle overuse, or a history of inactivity. The hamstrings consist of ...

Unless you practice yoga regularly, it can be easy to neglect stretching as a part of your regular workout routine. Sure, you know you should take at least a few minutes to do it daily — or at the ...

Dear Mayo Clinic: I am a very active person. I visit the gym and run regularly. Although I have been able to avoid any major injuries, I find myself constantly stretching my hamstrings. It seems no ...

Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports. She is also the author of “Practical Solutions for Back Pain ...

In my work with professional athletes, I’ve found that tight hip flexors and weak glutes are most often the culprits, creating an imbalance between the front and back of the hips and a lack of pelvic ...