Leg

Hamstrings

Musculi ischiocrurales

Hamstrings (Musculi ischiocrurales)

The three-muscle group on the back of the thigh (biceps femoris, semitendinosus, semimembranosus).

Function: Knee flexion and hip extension.
Origin: Ischial tuberosity (tuber ischiadicum).
Insertion: Upper part of the tibia and fibula.

How this muscle is trained

Hamstrings is worked as the primary target in 2 of the 29 exercises listed here, and as a supporting muscle in the rest. The equipment those exercises use: Barbell, Leg Curl Machine, Leg Press Machine, Body Only, Kettlebells, Exercise Ball.

Synergists / Antagonists

Exercises that train this muscle