About this episode
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hamstrings and Johan's Background 03:11 Functional Anatomy of the Hamstrings 06:13 Complexity of Hamstring Function and Evolution 09:06 Injury Mechanisms and Proximal vs Distal Injuries 12:02 Fatigue and Its Impact on Hamstring Injuries 15:04 Sport-Specific Hamstring Injury Risks 18:12 Rehabilitation and Development of Hamstrings 32:55 Understanding Hamstring Function and Training 37:13 The Importance of Hamstring Strength and Conditioning 42:00 Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation Strategies 46:14 Common Mistakes in Hamstring Rehabilitation 52:29 Optimizing Hamstring Training for Performance 56:20 Practical Recommendations for Hamstring Development 01:00:59 Future Directions in Hamstring Research Takeaways Johan Lahti has a strong background in strength and conditioning. Hamstrings are crucial for speed and injury prevention. The anatomy of hamstrings is complex and specialized. Biceps femoris long head is the most commonly injured hamstring. Fatigue significantly alters movement patterns and injury risk. Different sports have varying rates of hamstring injuries. Proximal injuries are more common than distal injuries. Effective rehabilitation requires understanding of hamstring function. Training should focus on both hip and knee movements. Range of motion is key for optimal performance. Knee-over-hip movement targets specific hamstring muscles. Nordics are effective for hamstring injury prevention. Trunk control is vital for efficient hamstring function. Thorough hamstring development addresses all muscle groups. Hamstrings may require different training strategies based on fiber type. Acceleration plays a significant role in hamstring rehabilitation. Strength training should focus on a large range of motion. Sled training can enhance sprinting performance. Eccentric overload studies are needed for better understanding. Practical application in training is crucial for athletes. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/r5.johan?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacrLUbPVowp-fLmXuiL24aEhLAbiDybz36SPGRE1B5OGUQazY4BMcIuIcmP6A_aem_v59RXN2FxyxAgIMsNZpAmQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r5.johan/?hl=en Twitter: https://x.com/lahti_johan Notes: https://jackedathlete.com/podcast-141-hamstrings-and-hamstring-tendons-with-johan-lahti/