Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A recent study compared two classics: the Nordic hamstring curl and the stiff-leg deadlift.
🔹 The Nordic hamstring curl led to greater growth of the semitendinosus (24.3% increase)
🔹 The stiff-leg deadlift led to more growth in the semimembranosus (11.2% increase)
💡 The twist?
Despite these changes in muscle size, neural activation of the hamstrings didn’t change significantly.
What does this mean for your training?
Combine both exercises to build strong, balanced hamstrings without worrying about disrupting muscle coordination.
Want to visualize this in 3D and train smarter?
Check out the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP link in bio!
A recent study compared two classics: the Nordic hamstring curl and the stiff-leg deadlift.
🔹 The Nordic hamstring curl led to greater growth of the semitendinosus (24.3% increase)
🔹 The stiff-leg deadlift led to more growth in the semimembranosus (11.2% increase)
💡 The twist?
Despite these changes in muscle size, neural activation of the hamstrings didn’t change significantly.
What does this mean for your training?
Combine both exercises to build strong, balanced hamstrings without worrying about disrupting muscle coordination.
Want to visualize this in 3D and train smarter?
Check out the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP link in bio!
