Hamstring bridge with hold – long lever bridge Lie on your back with your feet on the floor and knees a hips width apart. Straighten your knees a little and lift your toes. When ready, push through your heels and lift your hips from the floor. At the top of the movement, you should have a straight line between your shoulders, hips, and knees. Hold this position. You can increase the difficulty of this exercise by straightening your knees further. The Long Lever Hamstring Bridge is a variation of