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Standing single leg curl

The standing single leg curl is a bodyweight exercise targeting the hamstrings. It involves standing on one leg while curling the other leg up towards the glutes, focusing on contracting the hamstring muscles.

How to perform: Standing single leg curl

At a glance

Area
Upper legs
Main muscle
Hamstrings
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.
  • Avoid swinging your leg; focus on controlled movements.
  • Ensure your standing leg is slightly bent to reduce strain on the knee.

What to watch out for

  • Knee injuries
  • Hamstring strains
  • Lower back pain

Also known as

Curl in piedi a una gamba, Single Leg Hamstring Curl, Bodyweight Hamstring Curl

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