StrengthBeginnerQuadricepsGlutes
Movement atlas
Leg Press
Presse à cuisses
Quick read
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Muscles
- Quadriceps, Glutes
- Equipment
- Leg press machine
Description
Machine exercise for quads and glutes.
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Instructions
- 1Place the feet hip-width apart and keep the hips and back against the pad.
- 2Lower to a comfortable knee bend, then press through the whole foot without locking the knees.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips roll off the pad at the bottom.
- Allowing the knees to collapse inward.
Tips
- Place the feet hip-width apart and keep the hips and back against the pad.
- Lower to a comfortable knee bend, then press through the whole foot without locking the knees.
Equipment
Leg press machine
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