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Seated Leg Curl.

Isolation exercise targeting the hamstrings for strength and muscle development.

BeginnerMachine
The numbers
Sets
3–4
Reps
10–15
Rest
45–75
Muscles
Primary
Hamstrings
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Sit on the leg curl machine, aligning your knees with the machine's pivot point.

  2. Step 02

    Adjust the thigh pad to secure your legs firmly.

  3. Step 03

    Position the ankle pad just above your heels.

  4. Step 04

    Curl your legs downwards, pulling the pad towards your glutes.

  5. Step 05

    Squeeze your hamstrings at the peak of the contraction.

  6. Step 06

    Slowly extend your legs back to the starting position with control.

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Maintain a controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion.

  • Avoid lifting your hips off the seat during the curl.

  • Focus on the hamstring contraction, not just moving the weight.