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Leg Press Machine
Difficulty: beginner
Primary Muscles: Quadriceps, Glutes
Secondary Muscles: Hamstrings, Calves
📝 How to Use
- 1.Sit in machine with back flat against pad
- 2.Place feet shoulder-width apart on platform
- 3.Release safety bars
- 4.Lower platform by bending knees to 90 degrees
- 5.Push through heels to extend legs
- 6.Don't lock knees at top - keep slight bend
✅ Form Tips
- •Keep lower back pressed firmly against pad throughout
- •Push through heels, not toes
- •Don't let knees cave inward
- •Control the descent - don't let weight drop
- •Full range of motion without lower back lifting
❌ Common Mistakes
- •Locking knees completely at top (joint stress)
- •Letting lower back lift off pad at bottom
- •Knees caving inward (valgus)
- •Going too deep and losing lower back position
- •Feet placement too high or too low
🔄 Alternative Machines
If this machine is busy, try these alternatives: