Cable Standing Leg Curl

Body region

• Legs

Muscles

Main

• Biceps Femoris
• Semitendinosus
• Semimembranosus

Helps

• Gastrocnemius

Holds

• Transversus Abdominis
• Gluteus Medius

Equipment

• Cable Station

Technique

1. Attach an ankle cuff to a low cable, face the station and hold a support.
2. Stand on one leg with a slight bend and the working thigh in line with the body.
3. Curl the heel up toward the glutes, pause, then lower slowly; switch legs.

Cues

• Keep the thigh still, only the knee moves.
• Stay tall and avoid leaning forward.

Common mistakes

• Swinging the leg from the hip.
• Arching the lower back.
• Using a load that tilts the torso.

Alternatives

• Standing Leg Curl
• Lying Leg Curl