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Leg Curl

Muscles Worked

Front

Back

Primary: hamstrings, gastrocnemius

How to do it

Adjust the machine so the pad sits just above your heels. Lie face down (or sit in a seated version). Curl your heels toward your glutes against the resistance, then lower with control.

Form Tips

Point your toes to maximize hamstring activation. Avoid letting your hips rise off the pad — that reduces the range of motion.

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