Standing Leg Curl with Band
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Difficulty
Medium
Equipment Needed
O-Band
Starting Position
Standing with the band wrapped around the ankle of one leg and the beneath the sole of your shoe on the other leg.
Procedure
- Standing, lift one foot directly behind you, maintaining your balance.
- Pull the foot up as high as you can, keeping both knees next to each other.
- Return the leg to the ground.
- Repeat with the other leg.
Coaching Keys
- Maintain your balance from the ankle up (of the supporting leg)
You Should Feel it...
In your hamstring muscles
Exercise Purpose
Improves hamstring strength and assists in stabilization while skiing.
Decreases risk for knee injuries.
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