Nordic curls are one of the best exercises to strengthen your hamstrings, but they can be intimidating—especially if you’re just starting out. That’s where the NordBench comes in. With eight levels of incline, it’s never been easier to scale this incredible movement to your fitness level and progress safely and effectively.
How Inclines Make Nordic Curls Easier
When you perform a Nordic curl on an incline, you’re adjusting two key factors to make the movement more manageable:
Reduced Range of Motion
At higher inclines, your starting point is closer to vertical. This means you’re decreasing the range where your hamstrings are under the most stress.
Think of it like holding a sledgehammer: the more upright it is, the less force you need to control it. As the incline decreases, you add degrees of challenge, just like tilting the hammer forward.
Shorter Moment Arm
The moment arm is the horizontal distance between your head (the furthest point from your knees) and your feet.
On a flat Nordic curl, your head is far from your feet at full extension, making the movement very challenging. With an incline, your head stays closer to your feet, reducing the force your hamstrings need to generate.
Think of it as holding a 10-foot stick versus a 5-foot stick—the shorter stick is far easier to control.
These two adjustments make the Nordic curl accessible for anyone, whether you’re just starting or coming back from time off.
The Drop Set Secret
Here’s a fun challenge to try: the Nordic Curl Drop Set.
Start with the NordBench at a flat position and perform as many reps as possible with good form.
When you hit fatigue, raise the bench to a slight incline and do as many reps as you can.
Keep increasing the incline and squeezing out reps until your hamstrings are fully fatigued.
This method works like dropping weight on a barbell, allowing you to push past failure safely while maximizing the benefits of Nordic curls. It’s a fantastic finisher to any workout!
Why the NordBench is Your Best Bet
The NordBench doesn’t just make Nordic curls possible—it makes them scalable, progressive, and effective for every fitness level. Whether you’re building strength, recovering from injury, or pushing for advanced performance, the NordBench has you covered.
Give the incline feature and drop set challenge a try, and let us know how it transforms your training!
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