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Inverse Leg Curl (On Pull-Up Cable Machine)

Inverse Leg Curl (On Pull-Up Cable Machine): step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Body partupper legs
Primary muscles
hamstrings, glutes
Secondary muscles
calves
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How to do it

  1. Adjust the cable machine so that the ankle straps are at the lowest setting.
  2. Lie face down on the bench with your legs extended and the ankle straps attached to your feet.
  3. Hold onto the handles of the bench for stability.
  4. Bend your knees and curl your legs towards your glutes, squeezing your hamstrings.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your legs back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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