KNEE CURL - LEG BACK
Strengthen hamstring muscles through knee flexion movements.
How to Perform
- Stand in shoulder-high water with feet shoulder-width apart and spine neutral.
- Bend your knee, bringing your foot up behind you slowly.
- Return to starting position and repeat with the other foot.
- Complete prescribed repetitions on both sides with controlled movements.
Key Execution Cues
Remember: Bend knee slowly and deliberately. Feel the hamstring muscles working. Maintain upright posture.
Safety & Precautions
Important: Avoid if acute knee or hamstring injury. Do not force beyond comfortable range.
Additional Safety Notes: Do not force the movement. Stop if you experience pain. Keep movements smooth.
Exercise Modifications
Make it Harder (Progressions)
Increase repetitions. Increase movement speed. Increase range of motion.
Make it Easier (Regressions)
Decrease repetitions. Decrease range of motion. Slower movement pace.