Exercise library · Legs
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.
- Step 01
Sit on the leg curl machine, aligning your knees with the machine's pivot point.
- Step 02
Adjust the thigh pad to secure your legs firmly.
- Step 03
Position the ankle pad just above your heels.
- Step 04
Curl your legs downwards, pulling the pad towards your glutes.
- Step 05
Squeeze your hamstrings at the peak of the contraction.
- 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.