
Classification
Utility: | Basic |
Mechanics: | Isolated |
Force: | Pull |
Instructions
Preparation
Place lower legs between pads with feet on bar. Lay torso and waist on bench and grasp handles.
Execution
Raise lever back and up by flexing knees. Lower lever until knees are straight. Repeat.
Comments
Dorsal flexion of ankle reduces active insufficiency of Gastrocnemius, allowing it to assist in knee flexion. See Knee flexion abduction force vector diagram.