How to do the machine lying leg curl

Step by step

1. Select the appropriate load and adjust the pad to be over your Achilles tendon (above the heel) when you lie down.
2. Lie down, grab the handles, and place the back of your lower legs against the pad.
3. Take a breath and engage your hamstrings to curl your legs, lifting the weight.
4. Curl until your lower legs are almost vertical and exhale at the top.
5. Hold for a moment and extend your knees slowly as you inhale.

Muscles worked

Sets and reps

Pick the row that matches your goal. Add weight or reps once every set feels controlled, and log each set so you can see the trend.

Programs that use the machine lying leg curl

• Push / Pull / Legs3 × 12
• Upper / Lower Strength3 × 12
• Full Body Beginner3 × 12
• Bro Split3 × 12
• PPL Advanced3 × 15
• 6-Week Mass Builder3 × 10
• 8-Week Upper Body Emphasis3 × 15
• 6-Week Chest Focus3 × 15

Track your progress

Repto shows what you lifted on your last session for every set, suggests your next weight, and starts the rest timer when you tick the set. Your estimated 1-rep max and volume for each exercise are charted over time.