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Knee · Strengthening

Hamstring curl with dumbbell

Hamstring curl with dumbbell, 3 sets, 10 repetitions per leg

Illustration of the Hamstring curl with dumbbell exercise

Listen to the instructions

How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10 per leg

Description: Lie on your stomach, hold a dumbbell between your feet. Slowly bend your knee bringing the dumbbell towards your buttocks, then gently return to the starting position.

Tips: Keep the pelvis stable and avoid arching the lower back. Control the movement well to effectively engage the hamstrings.

Progression: Gradually increase the weight of the dumbbell or the number of repetitions as the exercise becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
dumbbell
Starting position
Prone position
Clinical goal
Strengthen the hamstring muscles to stabilize the knee
Also known as
hamstring leg curl with weight, prone leg curl, hamstring strengthening with dumbbell

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.