How to do the Band Leg Curl
Step by step
- Anchor a band at floor level and loop the other end around one ankle.
- Stand facing the anchor and step back until the band pulls your foot forward, holding something for balance.
- Curl that heel up toward your glute against the band's pull, keeping your knee pointing down.
- Lower slowly until the leg is straight again.
- Finish all your reps on that side, then switch legs.
The thing people get wrong
Control the lower against the band rather than letting it snap your leg straight - keep your hips still so the hamstring does the work.
Coaching cue
Keep your thigh still and pointing down so only your lower leg moves.
Muscles worked
- Primary: Hamstrings
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