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Single Leg Lying Leg Curl demonstration

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Strength / Leg Curl

Single Leg Lying Leg Curl

A unilateral hamstring isolation on the lying leg curl machine, addressing strength imbalances between legs.

Equipment

Leg Curl

Experience

intermediate

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Calves

Instructions

  1. 01

    Lie face down on a lying leg curl machine.

  2. 02

    Position one ankle under the pad, keeping the other foot off the machine.

  3. 03

    Curl the working leg by bringing your heel toward your glute.

  4. 04

    Squeeze the hamstring at the top.

  5. 05

    Lower the leg back down under control.

  6. 06

    Complete reps on one side, then switch.

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