Standing Hamstring Curl

Professional Rationale
This is a basic open chained exercise to help strengthen the hamstrings and knee flexion. A weight can be added to increase the resistance. This is a great exercise for post-operative ACL reconstructions particularly those with a hamstring graft, and also for the geriatric population.

Client Rationale
This is a strengthening exercise for your hamstring muscles. Hamstrings run along the back of your thigh and bend the knee and extend the hip.



Instructions

• Hold onto the back of a chair or countertop.
• Bend knee up to 90 degrees.
• Return slowly.
• Do not lean forward.
• Do not lean backwards.
• Do not bend knee more than 90 degrees.

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