Inverse leg curl (on pull-up cable machine)
The inverse leg curl on a pull-up cable machine is a bodyweight exercise targeting the hamstrings. The exercise involves lying face down and hooking your heels under a bar or cable, then curling your legs towards your glutes.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper legs
- Main muscle
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid arching your back.
- Control the movement on the way down.
What to watch out for
- Knee injuries
- Lower back pain
Also known as
Leg Curl Inverso, Inverse Leg Curl, Hamstring Curl, Bodyweight Hamstring Curl