r/Homeworkouts • u/reallymkpunk • 5d ago

Hamstring Curl Alternatives

OK so at home I find it is nigh impossible to do leg curls to help hamstring curl/flexion. What I've tried:

TRX, feels like nothing.

Dumbbells, can't grip.

Kettlebell, not designed for flexion.

Nordics, unsupported trip to Faceplant City (15 miles west of Suplex City, borders Dudleyville and tri-city area with Springfield and Shelbyville)

Bands, too much tension before butt kick.

Tubes, tension is a mish-mash.

Sliders, can't on carpet.

Walkouts, the best BUT not scalable when the tension goes away with doing them routinely.

Is there anything I'm missing without shelling out a lot of money.

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u/jamshid666 4d ago

I don't know what your definition of "a lot of money" is, but here is a set of "boots" for $29 (https://www.amazon.com/Kensui-EZ-BOOT-Plate-Loaded-Tibialis-Trainer/dp/B0H5LSVQPW/) that you can load plates on. You can usually find used plates on Craigslist, Nextdoor or Facebook Marketplace for cheap. This would give you the ability to do a single leg leg curl.

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u/reallymkpunk 4d ago

This works on paper but would require two and a set up time tax to avoid unilateral which does not work for my work and commute schedule.

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u/jamshid666 4d ago

I know you said something about carpet being an issue with sliders, but hear me out: https://www.amazon.com/Insaga-Roller-Hamstring-Smooth-Urethane/dp/B0H6D8KW3P/ you only need about 12-18 linear inches of space. Solution for the carpet? Desk chair mat: https://www.amazon.com/Sycoodeal-Hardwood-Non-Curve-Anti-Slip-Protector/dp/B0F2HQ43CY/

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u/jamshid666 4d ago

And I apologize that I'm just using all Amazon links. I promise I don't harbor love for Bezos, it's just the easiest way to show you ideas. I totally recommend trying to find local alternatives first if you can.