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lever seated leg curl
Target

hamstrings

Equipment

leverage machine

lever seated leg curl

upper legs

How to Perform the lever seated leg curl

1

Adjust the machine to fit your body and sit on it with your back against the backrest.

2

Place your lower legs under the padded lever, just above your ankles.

3

Grasp the handles on the sides of the machine for support.

4

Keeping your upper legs stationary, exhale and curl your legs up as far as possible.

5

Hold the contracted position for a brief pause as you squeeze your hamstrings.

6

Inhale and slowly lower the lever back to the starting position.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

calves