How to do the Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor)
Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) is a beginner single-joint isolation pulling exercise targeting the Hamstrings in the Upper Legs region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes and Calves.
Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) demonstration · © GymiaFit
Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Hamstrings
- Secondary muscles
- Glutes, Calves
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) step by step
- 1Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and your arms by your sides.
- 2Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart.
- 3Lift your hips off the ground, engaging your glutes and hamstrings.
- 4Slowly curl your legs towards your glutes, keeping your hips lifted.
- 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly extend your legs back to the starting position.
- 6Lower your hips back down to the ground.
- 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) — questions
What muscles does the Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) work?
The Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) primarily targets the Hamstrings. It also recruits the Glutes, Calves as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor)?
None — the Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) uses your bodyweight only, so it works at home with nothing but floor space.
Is the Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor) suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl (on Floor)?
Inverse Leg Curl (bench Support), Self Assisted Inverse Leg Curl, Standing Single Leg Curl train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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