Cable Assisted Inverse Leg Curl
Expert Advice
Focus on using your hamstrings to perform the curl rather than relying on the cable machine to do the work for you.
How-to-do Steps
- Secure your ankles with the cable attachment while facing the machine.
- Bend your knees and curl your legs up towards your glutes.
- Slowly return to the starting position with controlled movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Assisted Inverse Leg Curl primarily targets the Hamstrings, Quads, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary


Hamstrings50%

Quads30%
Secondary

Calves20%
Equipment
Cable

Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Assisted Inverse Leg Curl work?
Cable Assisted Inverse Leg Curl primarily targets the Hamstrings, Quads. Secondary muscles involved include Calves. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Assisted Inverse Leg Curl?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Assisted Inverse Leg Curl suitable for beginners?
Cable Assisted Inverse Leg Curl is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.