Legs · Quick demonstration

Lying Leg Curl

Bend your knees to train the backs of your thighs while keeping your hips supported.

Bench leg attachment11-second video

Two points to remember

Lying Leg Curl — Legs lowered, hips supported — Legs lowered, hips supported

Lying Leg Curl — Curl toward your glutes — Curl toward your glutes

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Target muscles

Hamstrings (back of thighs)

How to do it

Lie face down and position the roller above the backs of your ankles.
Hold the handles and keep your hips against the pad. Bend your knees to bring your heels toward your glutes.
Lower slowly without lifting your hips or arching your lower back. Use a weight you can control.

Keep your hips on the bench as your knees bend.

Common mistakes

Lifting your hips off the bench.
Arching your lower back to move the weight.
Swinging the roller or rushing the way down.