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Nordic Hamstring Curl demonstration

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Strength / Glute Ham Developer

Nordic Hamstring Curl

A knee-flexion exercise lowering the torso forward from a kneeling position, working the hamstrings eccentrically.

Equipment

Glute Ham Developer

Experience

advanced

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Glutes · Calves

Instructions

  1. 01

    Kneel on a pad with your ankles anchored under a fixed support.

  2. 02

    Keep your torso upright and your hips extended.

  3. 03

    Slowly lower your body forward by resisting with your hamstrings.

  4. 04

    Catch yourself with your hands just before hitting the floor.

  5. 05

    Push back up and pull yourself to the starting position.

  6. 06

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.