New Delhi, Aug. 14 -- Tight hamstrings refer to the stiffness or restricted flexibility of the muscles located at the back of your thighs. These muscles are necessary for movement-based activities like walking, running, and bending. Tight hamstrings can limit your range of motion, causing discomfort, suffering, and injuries. It can also increase the likelihood of injury to the muscles and contribute to muscular imbalances that can cause lower back and knee pain. Thankfully, there is yoga for tight hamstrings. You can do yoga poses that might help relieve discomfort, alleviate tightness, and improve flexibility in your hamstrings.

What are the causes of tight hamstrings?

Here are some of the causes of tight hamstrings -

1. Prolonged sit...