Seated leg curl
Hamstrings · Machine
Set up
A seated leg curl machine. Set it so your knees line up with the hinge, the lower pad sits just above your heels, and the thigh pad holds your legs snugly.
Steps
- Sit with your back against the pad and your legs straight on the lower pad.
- Hold the handles.
- Bend your knees to push the pad down and back, towards the seat.
- Let it come back up slowly until your legs are nearly straight.
Keep in mind
- Keep your back against the pad
- Lower slowly, taking about two seconds
- Stop just before your knees lock straight
Common mistake
Letting the weight snap your legs straight. Control the way back up.
Safety
Check the pin is pushed fully into the weight stack before you start.
Stop and rest if you feel chest pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath or sharp joint pain. Get medical help if it doesn't settle.