Tiger Tail Hamstring
Description
The tiger tail hamstring roll is a self-myofascial release move using a stick massager. The lifter sits down and rolls the tool along the hamstrings to release tight tissue and knots. It is a useful warm-up and recovery move for tight hamstrings.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Tiger Tail Hamstring Instructions
- Sit down on the floor or a bench with one leg extended.
- Hold the tiger tail stick by the handles with both hands.
- Place the roller across the hamstring near the knee.
- Press down with moderate pressure into the muscle.
- Roll the stick up the hamstring toward the glute.
- Pause on any tender spots to release the tissue.
- Roll back down to the knee and repeat the pass.
- Continue rolling the full hamstring. Switch legs and repeat.
Tiger Tail Hamstring Form & Visual
Tiger Tail Hamstring Benefits
- Releases tight hamstrings
- Useful warm-up move
- Speeds recovery
- Easy to do anywhere
- Trains tissue quality
- No floor work needed
Tiger Tail Hamstring Muscles Worked
- Hamstrings
- Gluteus maximus
- Calves
Tiger Tail Hamstring Variations & Alternatives
- Foam Roll Hamstring
- Lacrosse Ball Hamstring
- Standing Hamstring Stretch
- Seated Forward Fold
