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Leg Press demonstration

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Strength / Leg Press

Leg Press

A machine-based compound movement for the quads and glutes.

Equipment

Leg Press

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Hamstrings

Instructions

  1. 01

    Sit in the leg press machine with feet shoulder-width apart on the platform.

  2. 02

    Release the safety catches and lower the platform by bending your knees.

  3. 03

    Push the platform back up until legs are nearly straight.

  4. 04

    Do not lock your knees at the top.

  5. 05

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.