# Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curl

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/assisted-nordic-hamstring-curl

Also known as: Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curls, Assisted Self Inverse Leg Curl, Assisted Nordic Curl, Band-Assisted Nordic Curl

Variation of: [Nordic Hamstring Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/nordic-hamstring-curl)

Body region: Legs

## Equipment

- Resistance Band

## Technique

1. Anchor a strong band high behind you and loop it around your chest under the arms.
2. Kneel on a pad with ankles pinned under a bar or held by a partner, body straight from knees to head; move forward until the band is taut.
3. Lower your torso toward the floor as slowly as you can; the band takes some of the load.
4. Catch yourself with your hands if needed, then use the hamstrings and the band to return to the start.

### Cues

- Keep the hips extended and the body in one line.
- Use a lighter band as you get stronger.

### Common mistakes

- Letting the band do all the work.
- Folding at the hips instead of keeping the body straight.
- Doing too many reps early; the hamstrings can be very sore afterward.

## Alternatives

- [Nordic Hamstring Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/nordic-hamstring-curl)
- [Glute-Ham Raise](https://heatsy.app/ex/glute-ham-raise)