Leg Curl Machines

Performing leg curls on a machine comes with many fitness-boosting benefits, including allowing you to efficiently isolate the hamstrings. The hamstrings comprise three muscles; the biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus. You can use free weights to work out the hamstrings, but this will involve working other muscles in compound exercise. If your aim is to isolate the hamstrings specifically, using a leg curl machine is your best option. 

Strong hamstrings are crucial for several reasons. As they cover both the hip and knee joints, strong hamstrings are important in preventing injuries. They will also help you perform other exercises more effectively, notably deeper squats and deadlifts. They will help in cardio fitness such as running and sprinting too, which transfers well into sports like football and basketball. Using a leg curl machine to perform these exercises is a great way to work out. As the exercise is low impact, there is no stress on your joints. This also makes them a great choice for both beginners and more advanced fitness fanatics. 

When looking at leg curl machines you will first need to decide if you want a standing, lying (also known as prone), or seated leg curl machine. As a rule of thumb, seated machines are a good option for beginners, whilst standing models are more challenging as they require you to balance yourself as you perform the exercise. We offer all three types of leg curl machines here at GymEquipment.co.uk.

Always look for leg curl machines that offer a sturdy frame with good levels of adjustability, from the seat to foot pads. You need to look for a good weight capacity too, so that the machine can continue to challenge you as your strength improves.

Alternative offerings to the single-use machine are the dual machines which allow you to perform leg curls and leg extensions on the same machine. If you don’t want to use a machine, you can try out the hamstring deadlift, the Swiss ball leg curl, or use resistance bands and dumbbells instead.

So call us today if you need any advice on which machine for leg curls is right for you. We also offer a great gym design service where we can help you with all aspects of design, from layout to flooring. Call now on 01494 952182.