A pulled hamstring is a muscle injury resulting from a strain or tear in one or more of the muscles at the back of the thigh. When it happens, there may be a sudden, severe pain and a popping or ...

Pulled hamstrings generally aren't serious, so you can often treat them at home. If pain and swelling get worse, or you can't walk, call your doctor right away. Resting muscles after exercise and ...

Inter Miami CF defender Kieran Gibbs (3) is back at training after recovering from a preseason hamstring injury and November back surgery for a herniated disc. Hamstring injuries are common in soccer, ...

I did a 5k on Saturday. The gun went off and I got tripped up by someone behind me. I know I pulled a hamstring. I made it about five steps. I tried to stretch it; I walked some and then tried to ...

Medically reviewed by Oluseun Olufade, MD Hamstring curls and Romanian deadlifts both strengthen the hamstrings, but they ...

Background Anterior cruciate ligament and hamstring strain injuries occur during unanticipated cutting and stopping movements. Previous prospective studies showed that athletes with decreased trunk ...

Considered an intense hamstring stretch, Wide-Legged Seated Forward Fold can help you release tension in your body and mind.

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. For strong, powerful ...

THE HAMSTRINGS MIGHT NOT be the first muscles you think about when you're plotting out your workout routine—that focus likely goes to the arms, abs, or chest if you're the type of gym-goer most ...