Exercise library
Hamstrings
Lying Leg Curl
- Primary muscle
- Hamstrings
- Also works
- Calves
- Equipment
- Machine
- Movement pattern
- Hinge
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Lie face down with the pad against your lower calves and hips pressed into the bench. Curl your heels toward your glutes, squeeze at the top, then lower under control.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the hamstrings — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Seated Leg CurlMachineHinge
- Single-Leg Lying Leg CurlMachineHinge
- Standing Leg CurlMachineHinge
- B-Stance Dumbbell Romanian DeadliftDumbbellHinge
- Band Leg CurlBandHinge
- Barbell Good MorningBarbellHinge
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the hamstrings: