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Lying Leg Curl

Isolated knee-flexion. Squeeze hard at the top.

BeginnerLeg curl machine3 × 10–15
Lying Leg Curl demonstration thumbnail — How to Lying Leg Curl | Proper Technique, Set Up, & Mistakes
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Lying Leg Curl

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How to do the Lying Leg Curl

  1. 1Full ROM
  2. 2Point toes for gastroc bias / flex for hamstring bias
  3. 3Pause up top

Benefits of the Lying Leg Curl

  • Builds strength and size in the hamstrings through a full, controlled range of motion
  • A fixed, stable path so you can safely push close to technical failure
  • Loads predictably week to week, which makes progressive overload simple to track

Sources

Exercise information is provided for general educational purposes. Choose movements appropriate for your ability level and stop if you experience pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath or other concerning symptoms. Seek appropriate medical or fitness guidance when needed.

  1. 1Behm et al. (2016) — Acute effects of stretching on range of motion and performanceApplied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  2. 2Schoenfeld, Ogborn & Krieger (2017) — Dose-response of resistance training volume on hypertrophyJournal of Sports Sciences
  3. 3ACSM position stand (2009) — Progression models in resistance training for healthy adultsMedicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
  4. 4Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd editionU.S. Department of Health and Human Services