Leg Curl (on stability ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Hamstrings
- Secondary Muscles
- Sartorius, Gastrocnemius, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Stability Ball Leg Curl
How to: Leg Curl (on stability ball)
- Lie flat on your back with your feet resting on a stability ball.
- Engaging your core, lift your hips off the ground to create a straight line from your shoulders to your feet.
- Bend your knees and roll the ball towards you, bringing your heels closer to your glutes.
- Hold for a moment, then slowly roll the ball back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the hips to sag, which can lead to unnecessary strain on the lower back.
- Using too much momentum instead of controlled movements.
- Letting the stability ball move too far from the body, losing control.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with both feet on the ball to reduce difficulty.
- You can do the exercise while seated on a bench for extra support.
Tips
- Engage your core to stabilize your body during the movement.
- Control the motion and avoid letting the ball roll away from you.
- Breathe out during the curl and in while lowering.
Leg Curl (on stability ball) Alternatives
Tags
hamstrings
thighs
stability ball
strength
core
exercise