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Hamstrings · Intermediate

Towel Hamstring Curl

Sliding bridge hamstring curl using towels under the heels for controlled knee flexion and hip extension.

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Towel Hamstring Curl demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

Hamstrings

Equipment

Towel

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back on a smooth floor with one folded towel beneath each heel, knees bent, and arms beside you.
  2. 02Press through your heels and lift your hips into a bridge with your pelvis level.
  3. 03Slide both heels away slowly until your legs are nearly straight while keeping your hips elevated.
  4. 04Pull both heels back toward your glutes by bending your knees and contracting your hamstrings.
  5. 05Finish in the bridge, lower your hips only if needed to reset, and repeat.

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