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Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl
Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the hamstrings (upper legs), with the lower back and core assisting. It needs a suspension trainer. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 5.5 calories per minute.
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Body part
- Upper Legs
- Equipment
- Suspension Trainer
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Pull
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 5.5 kcal
Primary muscles
- Hamstrings · Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus
- Glutes · gluteus maximus, gluteus mideus
Secondary muscles
- Lower Back · Erector Spinae
- Core · Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
How to do Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl
- Adjust the suspension trainer handles to about knee height. Lie on your back with your heels placed in the handles and your legs extended. Keep your arms on the floor by your sides for support.
- Engage your legs and lift your hips over the floor by bending your knees and pulling your heels towards your glutes.
- Slowly extend your legs back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Exhale as you pull your heels towards your glutes and inhale as you extend your legs back.
- Focus on using your hamstrings and glutes to perform the curl, avoiding excessive use of your lower back.
- Use a mat to provide cushioning and support for your back.
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Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl FAQ
What muscles does Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl work?
Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl mainly works the hamstrings in the upper legs (Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus and gluteus maximus). The lower back and core work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl?
You need a suspension trainer.
How many sets and reps of Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler upper legs exercises.
How many calories does Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl burn?
About 5.5 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 4.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 55 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Suspension Trainer With Grips Leg Curl?
Other exercises for the hamstrings include Resistance Band Leg Curl, Band Standing Leg Curl, Seated Leg Curl Machine and Exercise Ball Leg Curl.
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