Standing Leg Curl

Step-by-step technique for Standing Leg Curl, an exercise for hamstrings using machine. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

How to do it

  1. Stand in the machine with one ankle behind the pad.
  2. Hold the support and stand firm.
  3. Bend your knee and curl the pad toward your glute.
  4. Lower under control and switch legs.
Coach tip: Trains one leg at a time. Keep your hip still.

Muscles worked

Primary: Hamstrings
Secondary: Calves

Standing Leg Curl is a strength exercise that loads the hamstrings using machine. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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