A Tip to Optimize Lying Leg Curls

prone leg curls with feet plantarflexed

To get the most out of lying (prone) leg curls, point your toes down (plantarflex) throughout the movement.    This takes the gastrocnemius (calf) out of the movement, because it’s put in a shortened (weaker) position.  Thus, all the work is on the hams.   You will have to use much less weight doing your [...]