Lying Leg Curls - Tips, Pics, and Videos

Exercise: Lying Leg Curls

Main Muscle Worked: Hamstrings

Other Muscles Worked:

Equipment: Machine

Type of Exercise: Isolation

Welcome to the full guide on how to perform Lying Leg Curls from Built Fit. Below you will learn how to perfect your form and technique for this exercise. Be sure to read the information on how to start and perform the exercise and then view the images and video to see it in action. Built Fit stresses the importance on perfecting the form of Lying Leg Curls before you begin adding additional weight.

Positioning: You should be lying flat on the bench face down.  The foot pad should be should be right above beneath your ankle by your heels.  Hold the handles for more support.

Performing exercise:  Slowly lift the weight with your heels as your legs curl in.  Once your hamstrings are fully contracted, slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.

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Lying Leg Curls Pictures

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