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self assisted inverse leg curl

self assisted inverse leg curl exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: hamstrings. Equipment: body weight.

self assisted inverse leg curl exercise demonstration
Target muscle
hamstrings
Muscle group
glutes
Body part
upper legs
Equipment
body weight

Secondary muscles

glutes, calves

How to perform

  1. Lie face down on a leg curl machine with your legs extended and your ankles hooked under the padded lever.
  2. Place your hands on the side handles of the machine for support.
  3. Keeping your upper body stationary, exhale and curl your legs upward as far as possible.
  4. Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your hamstrings.
  5. Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position while inhaling.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.