Slideboard Hamstring Curl Variations

Kevin Neeld

These variations were developed in an effort to progress the intensity of an unloaded slideboard hamstring curl for athletes that could easily do sets of 12+. I've also used single-leg variations in the past, but these provide an alternative for athletes that may have mastered the typical double-leg unloaded version, but may not be ready for the single leg variations.

Plate-Loaded Slideboard Hamstring Curl
In my experience, this loading method is relatively effective up to ~45 lbs. After that point, the athlete has to push the plate out to extend the knees and the exercise loses it's eccentric focus.

Band-Resisted Slideboard Hamstring Curl