Nordics (Nordic Hamstring Curls)

Muscles Worked

Primary

Hamstrings

Quick Cues

1

Feet anchored securely

2

Lower slowly under control

3

Catch yourself at the bottom

4

Use hamstrings to pull back up

Equipment Needed

Bodyweight

Common Mistakes

Falling forward due to weak hamstrings

Not controlling the descent

Pushing off the ground with the hands

Pro Tips

Lock your ankles under a pad and lower yourself slowly

Use your hamstrings to control the descent as long as possible

Push off the floor gently at the bottom if needed and pull back up with your hamstrings

Your Progress

Variations

Glute-Ham Raise

Romanian Deadlift

Lying Leg Curl