Resistance Band Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curl
Description
The resistance band assisted nordic hamstring curl is a regression of the brutal nordic curl using a band for assistance. The lifter kneels with feet locked and lowers the body forward, then uses a band anchored overhead to assist the return to vertical. It builds eccentric hamstring strength.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Resistance Band Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curl Instructions
- Anchor a resistance band high to a sturdy point.
- Kneel on a pad with the feet locked under a sturdy support.
- Grip the band with both hands at chest height.
- Brace your core and keep the body in a straight line.
- Lower the body forward by extending the knees.
- Control the descent using the hamstrings.
- At the bottom catch with the hands on the floor.
- Use the band assistance to pull back up to vertical.
Resistance Band Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curl Form & Visual
Resistance Band Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curl Benefits
- Builds eccentric hamstring strength
- Beginner friendly nordic regression
- No machines needed
- Useful hamstring builder
- Strong band move
- Builds posterior chain
Resistance Band Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curl Muscles Worked
- Hamstrings
- Gluteus maximus
- Calves
Resistance Band Assisted Nordic Hamstring Curl Variations & Alternatives
- Nordic Curl
- Razor Curl
- Glute Ham Raise
- Romanian Deadlift
