How to do it
Keep your toes pulled toward your shin throughout each repetition.
- 1
Sit on the machine with one leg under the pad and the other leg on the ground.
- 2
Securely position the lap pad against your thighs.
- 3
Curl the machine lever backward by flexing the knee of the working leg.
- 4
Lower the lever back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Ensure that you adjust the machine lever to fit your leg length and start with a weight that allows you to perform the exercise without jerking motions.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hips lifting off the seat mid-rep
- ✕Lowering the lever too quickly
- ✕Working knee shifting outward