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Eccentric Hamstring Curl Standing

Standing eccentric hamstring curl, 3 sets, 8 repetitions per leg

Illustration of the Eccentric Hamstring Curl Standing exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 8 per leg

Description: Stand with one foot slightly forward. Slowly bend the knee, activating the hamstrings, then control the descent by slowly extending the leg back to the starting position.

Tips: Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward. Control the movement during the extension phase to maximize stretching.

Progression: Gradually increase the slow phase of the eccentric movement or add light resistance when the movement becomes easy.

At a glance

Goal
Stretching
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
none, chair, wall
Starting position
Standing, knee partially extended
Clinical goal
Eccentric stretching and strengthening of the hamstrings
Also known as
eccentric knee flexion standing, standing hamstring stretch

Precautions

Avoid this exercise, or check with your physiotherapist first, if you have:

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.