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The standing straddle forward bend is another great hamstring stretch.  Begin by standing with your legs about six feet apart, depending on your height.  Point your toes forward and keep your abs tight throughout the exercise.  Now bend at your waist and use your hands to lower your body.  Rest the top of your head on the floor.  Now rest your hands, bent elbows, on the sides of your head.  Hold this pose for 30 seconds and then walk both feet together and come to a standing position, keeping your abs tight the entire time.

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The pyramid pose is a great stretching exercise.  Begin by standing straight up with your abs tight and your arms by your side.  Make sure that you keep your shoulders back.  Move your right foot about three feet forward.  Keep both legs straight with both feet pointed forward.  Now bend at your waist, lowering your torso to the top of your right leg.  Place your palms on the floor on the sides of your right foot.  Keep your forehead on your leg.  Hold this pose for 30 seconds and repeat if desired.

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The garland pose really helps to stretch your hamstrings.  Begin by standing straight with your abs tight.  Keep your abs tight and your feet about 3 feet apart with your toes turned out.  Bring your palms together at the level of your chest and keep them close to your body.  Now bend your knees and lower your body until your gluts are almost touching the floor.  Use your elbows to press against the insides of your knees.  Hold this pose for 30 seconds.  Now rise to a standing position and repeat if desired. 

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