Exercise

Cable Hamstring Curl

What muscles do Cable Hamstring Curls work?

The Cable Hamstring Curl is an isolation exercise that primary targets your hamstrings. It’s a strength exercise that uses pull unilateral force.

How to do Cable Hamstring Curl

  • Set the cable machine to the lowest pulley setting
  • Attach the ankle strap to the cable
  • Adjust the strap so it fits securely around your ankle
  • Stand facing the cable machine, gripping the machine for support
  • Pull your leg backward, bending at the knee to curl the strap towards your glutes
  • Hold for a moment at the top of the movement
  • Return to the starting position in a controlled manner
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions on one leg before switching to the other

Benefits of the Cable Hamstring Curl

  • Targets the hamstring muscles for strength and development
  • Improves joint stability and mobility in the knee
  • Helps in athletic performance and injury prevention
  • Enhances muscle balance and symmetry in the lower body

Tips for performing Cable Hamstring Curl

  • Ensure proper form to avoid straining your back
  • Control the weight throughout the movement to maximize tension
  • Start with a lighter weight to master the technique
  • Incorporate this exercise into a balanced workout routine

What equipment is needed to perform Cable Hamstring Curls?

The equipment needed to perform Cable Hamstring Curls:
  • Cable

What type of exercise is the Cable Hamstring Curl?

It’s a strength movement, which makes it an effective exercise if you want to build muscle.

For how long you should do Cable Hamstring Curls?

Since the Cable Hamstring Curl is a strength exercise, we recommend you to do it for 40 seconds.