THE LEG CURL is one of the best machines for building hamstring strength and size. If you don't have one handy, though, what's the next best option? There are two types of hamstring curl machines, and ...

Whenever I think of awesome hamstrings, I remember watching Jean-Claude Van Damme martial arts movies in the '90s. "The Muscles from Brussels" would square off with an opponent and eventually land a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE LEG CURL is one of the best machines—and best methods, period—for building hamstring strength and ...

The ideal piece of home exercise equipment is versatile, effective, and hopefully not too bulky. For those looking to target their lower body, there are a variety of leg machines from which to choose.

Alternative name: Lying leg curls. Lie face down on a lying-leg-curl machine with your legs fully extended. The pads should rest on the back of your ankles. Grip onto the handholds. Bend your knees, ...

If you want to isolate your hamstrings, leg curls — also known as hamstring curls — are a great bet. Whether performed on a machine at the gym or even with a resistance band or dumbbell, this exercise ...

When it comes to lower-body exercises, big compound movements like squats and lunges may be where our thoughts initially turn for building general strength. But leg curls can be a much-needed addition ...

Stand with your feet directly underneath your hips and place your hands lightly behind your head with elbows wide. Slowly ...

The hamstrings are my favorite muscle group. Hands down. Maybe it's because it's my biggest and best muscle group, most likely from years of hip-dominant compensation when I was dealing with over a ...