Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion
The Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion mainly works the hamstrings, with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion Muscles Worked
Primary
Hamstrings
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
How to do the Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion
Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you and place your hands behind you for support.
Lean your torso back slightly while keeping your chest open and your core engaged.
Bend one knee and slide your heel back toward your glutes as far as comfortable.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement, squeezing your hamstring muscles.
Slowly slide your heel back out to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Complete all your repetitions on one side before switching to the other leg.
Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion FAQs
What muscles does the Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion work?
The Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion mainly works the hamstrings, with help from the core. The main muscles are the hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion?
None. The Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Seated Single-Leg Knee Flexion go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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