Although it might feel as if you should try to stretch your hamstrings for relief, attempting to stretch already lengthened ...

Sprinting, kicking, or changing direction while running or in motion can also strain and damage these muscles. Sudden and jerky movements may also impact the muscles and lead to hip flexor pain.

low back strain, knee problems and more. Because these muscles connect your upper body to your lower body, tight hip flexors not only cause discomfort, immobility and increased injury risk ...