lever lying leg curl
lever lying leg curl is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Adjust the machine to fit your body and select the desired weight.
Step 2
Lie face down on the machine with your legs straight and your heels against the padded lever.
Step 3
Grasp the handles or the sides of the machine for stability.
Step 4
Keeping your upper body stationary, exhale and curl your legs up as far as possible without lifting your hips off the pad.
Step 5
Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your hamstrings.
Step 6
Inhale and slowly lower the lever back to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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