Movement · Upper Legs
Lie face down on a leg curl machine with your legs extended and your ankles hooked under the padded lever. Place your hands on the side handles of the machine for support. Keeping your upper body stationary, exhale and curl your legs upward as far as possible. Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your hamstrings. Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position while inhaling. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Technique
Lie face down on a leg curl machine with your legs extended and your ankles hooked under the padded lever.
Place your hands on the side handles of the machine for support.
Keeping your upper body stationary, exhale and curl your legs upward as far as possible.
Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your hamstrings.
Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position while inhaling.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Training plans
No current ScoreDive plan references this exercise.
Move within a comfortable range and use qualified coaching when learning unfamiliar exercises or using equipment. This educational content is not medical advice.
