Nordic curl: how to do it and what it works

Eccentric knee flexion with bodyweight.

Image: start and end of the movement.

How to do it

High-demand hamstring exercise that prioritizes controlling the descent with the body aligned.

Form. Anchor your ankles, keep a long line from knees to shoulders and lower only as slowly as you can control.

Common mistake. Bending at the hips, falling without control, or attempting the full range before mastering assistance.

Hamstrings · Bodyweight

The muscles listed are an editorial reference, not a measurement. Adjust the range and the load to what feels comfortable.

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