Lever Lying Single Leg Curl Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Hamstrings
Equipment
Leverage machine
Body Part
Thighs
Primary Muscle
Hamstrings
Secondary Muscles
Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Sartorius
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
6.5
Alternate Names
Single Leg Hamstring Curl

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Lever Lying Single Leg Curl

  1. Position yourself on the leverage machine with one leg straight and the other leg on the lever arm.
  2. Engage your core and ensure your back is flat against the bench.
  3. Slowly curl your foot upwards towards your glutes while keeping the upper leg stationary.
  4. Hold the position briefly at the top before returning to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for a set amount of repetitions before switching legs.

Common Mistakes

  • Not keeping the hips stable.
  • Lifting too much weight too quickly.
  • Arching the back during the curl.

Modifications

  • Adjust the weight to a manageable level if you experience discomfort.
  • Perform the exercise with both legs if single leg is too difficult.

Tips

  • Keep your back flat against the machine for stability.
  • Use controlled motion; avoid using momentum to lift the weight.
  • Engage your core throughout the movement.

Tags

hamstrings
strength
leg curls
thighs
muscle building
fitness

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