Exercise Lab

Auto-Band Leg Curl -- Seated

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Equipment

  • Elastic Band

Muscle Groups

  • Legs

Purposes

  • Hamstring strength

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Description

  • Secure each end of the small band to each ankle.
  • Prop one foot up on a box in front of you (see video).
  • With the other leg, pull the foot down and back by bending the knee.
  • Return the foot to the start position.

ProTip

  • Keep the back straight

Mistakes

  • Excessively arching the back
  • Jerky pulling motion