Leg press
Single-leg leg press
What it works
Works
Quads
Also works
GlutesHamstrings
Equipment
Machine
Unilateral (one side at a time)
How to do it
- Sit in the leg press and place a single foot centered on the platform.
- Release the safeties and hold the platform with your leg nearly extended.
- Lower the platform by bending your knee under control.
- Descend until your knee reaches about 90 degrees.
- Push through your heel to extend your leg and complete reps before switching.
Common mistakes
- Snapping the knee into lockout
- Rotating the hip to compensate
- Lifting the heel off the platform
Other variations
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