| Exercise Type:
Anaerobic Exercise (strength training)
Primary Muscles Exercised:
Biceps femoris
Semitendinosus
semimembranosus
Description:
1) sit on the hamstring curl machine being sure to place your ankles above the ankle pad
2) adjust the thigh pad and lock it so its comfortably and securely on your thighs
3) place and adjust your back firmly on the back rest
Techinque:
1) bending at the knees, bring your heels up against your buttocks as far as you can
2) once your hamstrings are at their peak contraction, slowly release the weight back to the original position
3) repeat exercise for the desired amount of repetitions
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