Ensure your legs are fully extended and your torso is flat against the bench, this will be your starting position.
Begin the exercise by bending at the knee and curling your legs up as far as possible while keeping the rest of your body stationary.
Hold the peak position for a moment, contracting your hamstrings.
Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position, ensuring a controlled movement and not letting the weights just drop back down. Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions.
Pro Tip
**Controlled Movement**: Avoid rushing through the movements. Instead, focus on slow, controlled motions, curling your legs up and then lowering them back down. This helps to engage the hamstrings more effectively and prevents momentum from taking over the exercise. **Avoid Hyperextension**: Don't allow your legs to fully straighten or lock at the knees when you lower the weight. This common mistake can put unnecessary stress on the knee joints. Keep a slight bend in your knees even at the bottom of the movement. **Engage Your Core**: Keep your abdomen tight and engaged throughout the exercise. This will help stabilize your body and reduce the risk of lower back strain. **Focus on the Hamstrings**: