Seated leg curl
Learn how to do Seated leg curl with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Seated leg curl is a Machine exercise that primarily targets the Hamstrings, with secondary activation of the Calves, Glutes. It has a MET value of 3.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 123 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Seated leg curl
A machine-based isolation movement focused on developing the hamstrings in a controlled seated position.
💡 Instructions:
Adjust the seat and pad so the knees align with the pivot point and the pad rests just above the heels.
Sit upright, back against the pad, and grip the handles.
Curl your legs down by contracting the hamstrings.
Pause at the bottom, then return slowly to the starting position.
Keep your upper body stable throughout the movement.
⚠️ Common mistakes:
Moving too fast and using momentum
Lifting the hips off the seat
Not going through full range of motion
Letting the weights slam down
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Equipment
- Machine
Calories Burned Doing Seated leg curl
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MET 3.5Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Seated leg curl
- Type
- Machine exercise
- Primary muscle
- Hamstrings
- Secondary muscles
- Calves, Glutes
- MET value
- 3.5
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 123 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Seated leg curl
What muscles does Seated leg curl work?
Seated leg curl primarily targets the Hamstrings, with secondary engagement of the Calves, Glutes.
How do you do Seated leg curl correctly?
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Is Seated leg curl good for beginners?
Seated leg curl has a MET value of 3.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Seated leg curl?
Seated leg curl requires: Machine.
What are the benefits of Seated leg curl?
Seated leg curl strengthens the Hamstrings, engages the Calves and Glutes.
What exercises are similar to Seated leg curl?
Similar exercises to Seated leg curl include Deadlift, Deadlift pẹlu dumbbell, Lying leg curl pẹlu dumbbell, Romanian deadlift pẹlu dumbbell.
Is Seated leg curl better than Deadlift?
Both Seated leg curl and Deadlift target the Hamstrings. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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