Seated Leg Curl

Muscle Groups: Hamstrings

Seated Leg Curl focuses on Hamstrings, with Calves working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Seated Leg Curl with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Sit on the lever machine with your back against the pad and your knees bent slightly, positioning your ankles under the padded lever.

  2. 2

    Grasp the handles on the machine for stability, then flex your knees to pull the padded lever down and back towards your glutes.

  3. 3

    Slowly extend your knees to return the padded lever to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Secondary Muscles

While Seated Leg Curl primarily targets Hamstrings , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Calves . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Seated Leg Curl, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Seated Leg Curl, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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