Band Standing Leg Curl
Tone your hamstrings anywhere! This band-resisted leg curl builds strength & stability. Simple, effective, and travel-friendly.
The Band Standing Leg Curl mainly works the hamstrings, with help from the calves / shins and glutes & hips. You'll need: resistance bands.
Required Equipment
Band Standing Leg Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Hamstrings
Secondary
Upper Calf (gastrocnemius); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Band Standing Leg Curl Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Band Standing Leg Curl
Attach a resistance band to a low, stable structure or frame. Ensure that it is secured properly.
Place one leg inside the loop of the band, securing it around your ankle.
Step forward with the other leg to create tension in the band.
Stand up straight and grab hold of the structure to maintain balance.
Flex your foot and smoothly curl the banded leg towards your buttocks as far as you can without straining.
Keep the movement controlled, focusing on contracting your hamstring muscles.
Slowly return your leg to the starting position, maintaining tension on the band throughout the movement.
Perform the desired number of repetitions, and then switch legs.
Remember to keep your movements smooth and controlled, and adjust the resistance of the band to match your fitness level. You can increase the challenge by using a thicker band or stepping further forward to increase the tension.
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Band Standing Leg Curl FAQs
What muscles does the Band Standing Leg Curl work?
The Band Standing Leg Curl mainly works the hamstrings, with help from the calves / shins and glutes & hips. The main muscles are the hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Band Standing Leg Curl?
Resistance bands.
What workout day should the Band Standing Leg Curl go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Band Standing Leg Curl variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Seated Leg Extension, Cable Assisted Nordic Curl, Cable Hamstring Curl and Exercise Ball Hamstring One Legged Diagonal Curl Kick.
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