Cable Standing Leg Curl

Cable Standing Leg Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Position the cable at the lowest point and attach an ankle strap to it
  • 2Stand facing the cable machine with your feet hip-width apart
  • 3Fasten the ankle strap to your working leg and place the non-working leg on to the ground for stability
  • 4Keeping your torso straight, bring your heel towards your glutes in a controlled fashion
  • 5Lower your leg back to the original position and repeat

Tips:

  • Keep your core tight during the entire movement
  • Concentrate on squeezing your hamstrings at the top of the movement
  • Avoid using momentum
  • Control the movement, especially on the way down

Cable Standing Leg Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs