#Hamstring Curl

One of the biggest mistakes on the lying hamstring curl is setting the calf pad too high so that there’s no tension when your knees are nearly straightened. This is also the portion of the range of motion on the exercise exercise where the hamstrings will be the most stretched. Ideally you should lower the calf pad so that it is just outside your range of motion. Now this may seem a little bit scary but you’ll find that many times you can simply press your body up off the chest pad and “stand back up” to get off of the machine before you ever really hyperextend the knee. Just make sure you’re controlling the eccentric of course.

Did you know you are sabotaging your hamstrings without even realizing it? Let’s fix the 3 most common mistakes with hamstring machine curls! 1. Ego lifting. Stop using heavy weight if it’s pulling your hips off the pad! Keep your form tight for real gains! 2. Speeding through the reps. Hamstrings need time under tension. Slow it down and feel every rep! 3. Cutting your range of motion short. To maximize hamstring activation, curl all the way up and stretch fully down! Clean up your form, and watch those hamstrings grow! Save this reel and try it on your next leg day! #legday #legworkout #legs #workout #motivation #explorepage #explore #gymworkout

STOP DOING SHITTY HAMSTRING CURLS ❌ Let’s fix that. Here are some key tips: ✅ you must dig your hips into the bench. It’s crucial for proper form. ✅ Brace your core. Engage your abs to stabilize your pelvis and prevent your hips from lifting ✅ Control the tempo. Avoid using momentum; lift and lower the weight in a CONTROLLED manner to keep tension on the hamstrings ✅ Flex your ankles- if you point toes away (planterflexion) this isn’t necessarily wrong but it will reduce calf involvement. I don’t mind using my calves as well so I pull my toes towards me. But honestly you can try both and see what feels best for you! Let me know if this was helpful 🤍 Whole fit is @gymshark 🤍 code GINA10

Nordic curls 🫶 So ideal if you only have a prone hamstring curl as I know a lot of people (me included) don’t really get on with it You don’t need this set set up either, you can hook your feet under any railings in your gym or under a stable machine if necessary! Be prepared for the most insane burn 🫠 These are also insane for injury prevention which is always an added bonus 🤝 #nordiccurls #hamstrings #legday #bodybuilding #oneractive

Single Leg Hamstring Curl (mini band only!) 🗯️Mini Bands are my favorite for movement prep/activation exercises, and when you’re on the go traveling. HOW TO: - Place the mini band around one ankle and one arch (where your shoe laces are) - Roll over onto your stomach, straighten your legs and tuck your toes - Draw the heel of the ankle with the mini band on it to your glute, and fully extend back out. - Rinse & Repeat other side #hamstringworkout #hamstringrehab #minibandworkout

KNOW THE DIFFERENCE 👀 Lying hamstring curl edition On the top one, my hips are lifting and my lower back is arching… That usually means you’re swinging the weight up and my lower back is taking over a lot of the work On the bottom, my hips stay glued to the pad, core is braced and the movement is way more controlled. That’s what actually loads the hamstrings properly If you’re doing these and barely feeling your hamstrings… this could be why! Save this for next time you do your hamstring curls 🔥 #hamstrings #legday #gymtips #fitnesstips #gymgirl

Let me fix your hamstring curl … ✅ Make sure your legs are pinned into the machine for maximum stability - they shouldn’t be moving around ✅ point your toes towards the sky and heels up throughout the whole movement - this will put more emphasis on the hammy ✅ lean forward for to get a deeper stretch and contraction Save this for your next leg day! #gym #fitness #gymtips #legday #legworkout #gymmotivation #bodybuilding

New Hamstring staple progressing well. Seated ham curl - 2 x 5 45 degree - 2 x 5 #fitness #gym #onlinecoach

If your gym doesn’t have a hamstring curl machine (or you work out at home)… TRY THIS. Hamstrings are the secret to: 🍑 lifting the booty 🔥 tightening the back of legs 💪 building lean muscle for fat loss All you need is the floor + a dumbbell. Save this for your next leg day 👏 Or comment “legs” to try a free leg workout!

Best hamstring exercises ! 🔥 @inshapenutrition @shapeyou

I WAS DOING THIS WRONG THE WHOLE TIME… 🥲 Until my gym friend, Madeline, gave me this very simple tip (AND GAME-CHANGING!!) for seated leg curls! I wish I knew this hack earlier!!!! This series is for all my girlies who want to feel strong and confident with their form in the gym. 💖 If you’re new here, welcome! I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏽 I used to barely feel anything on the seated hamstring curl machine, but now my hamstrings and glutes are finally ✨on fire✨ Here’s the hack(s): 1. Instead of sitting straight back, ✨lean forward slightly✨ at the hips 2. Keeping your spine neutral (AVOID ROUNDING YOUR BACK when leaning forward). It’s like getting a stiff-leg deadlift stretch, but seated and without back pain) WHY IT WORKS: That forward hinge creates a deeper stretch in the hamstrings, it means more muscle activation. Your hamstrings will thank you! HOW TO DO IT: 1. Hold the front handles or hug them for support 2. Hinge slightly forward at your hips (neutral spine!) 3. Flex your feet + drag the heels under you 4. Control the movement all the way through!! TEMPO TIP: Lower the weight in 1 second, hold the bottom position for 3 seconds, then slowly return back up in 3 seconds. Which machine should we break down next? SAVE this for your next leg day! Who’s ready to feel those hamstrings burn? 🙋🏾‍♀️ #legcurls #glutegains #gluteworkout #rdltutorial #hamstringworkout #hamstringcurls #legdaytips #gymhacks #gymmistakes #gymtips #fitnesstips #fitnessjourney #legdayhack #gymroutine #buildthebooty #workoutmotivation #gymgirls #gymbeginner #workoutplan #fatlossjourney #beginnerfitness #womenwholift

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