09/10/2025
If you're your own an athlete or you work with athletes, you know how frustrating a hamstring injury can be—it can keep you off the field for a long time and loves to come back! 😫
🔬 A new review of medical research explains exactly why these injuries are so common and what you can do about them.
📰 The article explains that it's not just about stretching. Key risk factors include having a past injury, having weaker hamstrings compared to your quads, and even the natural shape of your hamstring muscles.
👉 But the good news is that we have a powerful tool to fight back! The research strongly recommends a specific exercise called the Nordic Hamstring Exercise (NHE).
💪 This eccentric strengthening exercise has been shown to reduce the risk of a new hamstring injury by over 50%! The key is consistency, as the benefits require regular practice. Combining these exercises with core training can also significantly help by improving stability and control.
👉 Ready to start a smarter approach to injury prevention? Read the full article to learn more and share this with an athlete you know! ⬇️
🔗 Read the full article ➡️ https://bit.ly/EOR250806
🧑🎓Authors: Akram Hagos, Amaan A Merchant, Babar Kayani, Adam T Yasen, and Fares S Haddad
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