A machine leg curl performed seated, pulling a padded lever down and back under the seat. The hip-flexed position trains the hamstrings at longer muscle lengths.
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
This information is general fitness guidance, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain and consult a qualified professional.
Main muscles working (thicker lines)
Sit with your back against the pad, knees aligned with the pivot, lower-leg pad behind your ankles and thigh pad secured on your thighs.
Grip the handles and keep your back against the pad.
Curl the lever down and back as far as comfortable.
Pause and squeeze the hamstrings.
Return slowly to the start.
Breathing: Exhale as you curl, inhale as you return.
Stay tall in the seat
Squeeze at the bottom
Control the return
Thigh pad too loose
Using momentum
Partial reps
Lock the thigh pad firmly so your legs stay in position.