# Cable Standing Leg Curl

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/cable-standing-leg-curl

Also known as: Cable Machine Standing Leg Curl, Standing Cable Hamstring Curl, Cable 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](https://heatsy.app/ex/standing-leg-curl)
- [Lying Leg Curl](https://heatsy.app/ex/lying-leg-curl)