Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Ring Eccentric Leg Curl with Yoga Block and Towel.
The ring eccentric leg curl uses the same setup as the standard ring leg curl — heels in gymnastic rings, hips elevated on a yoga block, towel for comfort — but emphasises the slow, controlled lowering phase to maximise hamstring loading. Eccentric hamstring training is highly effective for building strength and reducing injury risk, particularly for the proximal hamstring.
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The Ring Eccentric Leg Curl with Yoga Block and Towel is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.