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Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl

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target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Hamstrings accessibility Upper Legs
Glutes Calves

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Body Weight

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

4.3

Force

pull

Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Hamstrings in the Upper Legs region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes and Calves.

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1

Lie flat on your back on a mat or bench with your legs extended.

2

Place your hands by your sides or under your glutes for support.

3

Bend your knees and lift your feet off the ground, bringing your thighs towards your chest.

4

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back to the starting position.

5

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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