How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the lying leg curl in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Lying Leg Curl: how to do it and muscles worked

The lying leg curl mainly works your hamstrings. You need a gym machine.

Muscles worked

Main

Hamstrings

How to do the lying leg curl

1
Lie face down on the machine with the pad resting just above your heels and your knees right at the edge of the bench.
2
Curl your heels toward your glutes by bending your knees, until the pad is near your buttocks or you reach a strong hamstring squeeze.
3
Pause briefly, then lower the weight slowly over about 3 seconds until your legs are almost straight. Breathe out as you curl and in as you lower.

Form tip: Keep your hips pressed into the bench; if they lift, the weight is too heavy.

Common questions

Which muscles does the lying leg curl work?: The lying leg curl mainly works your hamstrings.
What equipment do I need for the lying leg curl?: You need a gym machine.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the lying leg curl in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.