Leg Curl With Dumbbell On Table
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| required: | Dumbbell, Bench / Table |
| optional: | Workout Partner |
| level: | Normal |
| type: | Strength |
| Variations available (7) |
Starting Position
- clamp a lighter dumbbell between your feet
- alternatively your partner can place the dumbbell between your feet
- lay down your chest and thighs on a solid table or a weight bench
- adhere tight to the leading end of the table
- the knees protrude the other edge of the table and are moveable
- the legs are close to each other and almost fully stretched out
- the soles point up and carry the dumbbell by the upper weight plate
Correct Execution
- guide the dumbbell up slowly by bending your knees and try to reach your bottom
- the soles keep on pointing up and carry the dumbbell by the upper weight plate
- your calves touch the thighs then
- your upper body stays stable and does not move, do not lift the hips
- do not gain any momentum for this movement
- then bring the dumbbell back down again slowly
- your legs are almost stretched out again
- repeat the exercise several times for an effective strength workout
tip for the workout
- your can increase the level of difficulty, if you adjust the bench in a positive angle
- the range of motion is smaller
- result: a higher intensity and an effective hamstring workout