Can You Train Legs Without Machines?

What Is MonkeyFeet?

MonkeyFeet is a compact, strap-on device that secures to the foot, so users can lift dumbbells using their legs. This enables exercises like hamstring curls, glute kickbacks, leg extensions, high knees, and more—without needing traditional gym machines or bulky equipment.

Available in two versions—MonkeyFeet and MonkeyFeet Pro—the Pro model adds built-in weight plates and enhanced stability for advanced training.

Breakthrough Benefits

Full Lower‑Body Strength Training, Anywhere

MonkeyFeet allows users to isolate and engage muscles, including the glutes, hamstrings, quads, and hip flexors. It fits in home gyms, apartments, or outdoor settings—eliminating the need for heavy leg machines.

Compact and Customizable

No more bulky equipment. MonkeyFeet is lightweight, portable, and compatible with most dumbbells. Users can select from numerous leg-specific “skills”—including curls, extensions, and step-ups—tailored for strength-building or rehabilitation.

Athlete-Endorsed and Credibility Boosted

Used by elite athletes such as UFC heavyweight Tom Aspinall and heptathlete Chari Hawkins, MonkeyFeet has appeared on platforms like the Joe Rogan Experience—underscoring the tool’s credibility among fitness professionals.

How It Works

Users unfold the device, clamp it around their foot, fasten it securely, and attach a dumbbell to perform leg exercises. The Pro version streamlines setup even further with integrated weights and a flatter platform for increased stability and exercise options.

Educational & Practical Uses

The device is also used in physical therapy and home rehabilitation programs. Animalhouse emphasizes its potential for low-impact training, which strengthens muscles while protecting joints—ideal for those recovering from injury.