Exercise library · Hamstrings
Seated Leg Curl Machine
The Seated Leg Curl Machine is a leg curl machine exercise that targets the hamstrings, with the glutes and lower back assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Hamstrings
- Also works
- Glutes, Lower back
- Equipment
- Leg curl machine
- Body part
- Upper legs
Step by step
- Sit on the leg curl machine with your lower legs under the padded lever.
- Engage your core and keep back straight against the seat.
- Curl your legs backward by contracting the hamstrings.
- Squeeze at the top of the movement and hold briefly.
- Slowly extend your legs back to the starting position.
- Maintain controlled movement and steady breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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