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Leg Extension Machine
Difficulty: beginner
Primary Muscles: Quadriceps
Secondary Muscles:
📝 How to Use
- 1.Adjust seat so knees align with machine pivot point
- 2.Sit with back against pad, grip side handles
- 3.Place ankles under padded lever
- 4.Extend legs until fully straight
- 5.Squeeze quadriceps at top for 1 second
- 6.Lower with control back to starting position
✅ Form Tips
- •Keep butt firmly planted on seat
- •Don't lock knees aggressively
- •Control the negative (lowering) portion
- •Point toes up toward shins
- •Squeeze quads hard at the top
❌ Common Mistakes
- •Using momentum to swing weight up
- •Arching back off seat
- •Not achieving full extension
- •Letting weight slam down
🔄 Alternative Machines
If this machine is busy, try these alternatives: