Form cues
- Keep thighs aligned
- Stay tall
- Squeeze hamstrings
- Control descent
Exercise
Band Standing Leg Curl
Upper legs, band
A standing hamstring curl variation using resistance from a band for leg flexion.
Target: hamstrings. Also works: gastrocnemius, gluteus maximus.
Steps
- Anchor the resistance band behind you at ground level.
- Loop the band around one ankle.
- Stand on the opposite leg and balance.
- Curl your heel toward your glutes by flexing your knee.
- Lower leg slowly; repeat and switch sides.
Common mistakes
- Letting knees move forward
- Using back to assist
- Letting band snap
Breathing
Exhale as you curl, inhale as you return.
In the app, search for Band Standing Leg Curl and add it to a workout.