Leg Press
The leg press builds your quads, with help from the glutes. It makes squats, stairs, and everyday lifting feel stronger.
Muscles worked
§ 01 · MusclesHow to perform
§ 02 · Steps- 01
Sit in the machine and adjust the backrest and footplate so your back stays firmly against the pad and your knees are aligned with your toes.
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Place your feet hip-width apart or slightly wider, and keep your heels as the primary point of contact.
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Brace your core and engage your quadriceps before starting the movement.
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Lower the weight under control by bending your knees to about 90 degrees, or as far as you can while keeping your lower back in contact with the backrest; avoid letting your knees travel past your toes.
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Press the platform back to the starting position using your quadriceps and glutes, squeeze at the top, and avoid locking your knees.
Beginner's guide
§ 03 · GuideThe leg press builds your quads, with help from the glutes. It makes squats, stairs, and everyday lifting feel stronger.
You should feel it mostly in your quads, with some work in the glutes. It should not feel painful in your knees or lower back.
A common mistake is letting your lower back lift off the pad or locking your knees at the top. Stay controlled and keep a slight bend in your knees.
How to get started at the gym
§ 04 · SisuLiftLeg Press is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.
- ·A ready training program based on your goal
- ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
- ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
Tips
§ 05 · TipsKeep the weight through your heels and focus on a controlled range of motion. Use a slightly higher foot placement if you want to emphasize glute activation.
An effective compound exercise for the quadriceps and glutes that builds lower-body strength.
More exercises: Quadriceps
§ 06 · Same muscles
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