Cable assisted inverse leg curl
The cable assisted inverse leg curl is an exercise targeting the hamstrings using a cable machine. It involves curling the legs towards the glutes while lying face down, with the assistance of a cable for resistance.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper legs
- Main muscle
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to protect your lower back.
- Avoid hyperextending your knees at the bottom of the movement.
- Control the movement, especially on the way down.
What to watch out for
- Hamstring injuries
- Lower back pain
- Knee issues
Also known as
Curl inverso assistito con cavo, hamstring curl, leg curl