Exercise guide
Leg press
Works your quads and glutes, with help from your inner thighs and hamstrings. Machine. Beginner friendly.
The animated demo for this exercise is in the members’ area.
Main musclesquads and glutes
Helpersinner thighs and hamstrings
EquipmentMachine
LevelBeginner friendly
In your plan3 sets of 8-12 reps
Rest2 minutes
How to do it
- Sit with your back and hips flat against the pad and your feet shoulder width in the middle of the platform.
- Release the safety handles and brace.
- Lower the platform for 2 seconds until your knees are bent to about 90°, without your lower back lifting off the pad.
- Push through your whole foot until your legs are nearly straight. Don’t lock your knees.
In the members’ area
The animated demo, side and front views, the common mistakes to avoid, and a weight and rep target for every set, from your last session.
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