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Lying Leg Curl

A accessory isolation movement for hamstrings.

Equipment

machines

Typical range

8–25 reps

Also trains

No secondary emphasis listed

Set up

Lie with the knees near the machine pivot and pad above the heels.

Execute

Curl toward the glutes while keeping the pelvis on the pad.

Lower to a long-leg position without losing control.

Coaching cues

• Keep hips heavy.
• Curl smoothly.

Common mistakes

• Arching the back to lift the pad.
• Stopping the lowering phase early.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.