Description
Guided leg press to develop the quadriceps and glutes.
01 · Setup
Set up the movement
- Adjust the machine supports to stay aligned throughout.
- Place your feet symmetrically and secure your pelvis.
- Point your knees in the same direction as your feet.
- Start with your trunk braced and back neutral.
- Adjust the supports to stay aligned throughout.
02 · Execution
Perform the rep
- Lower under control through a manageable range.
- Avoid bouncing at the bottom.
- Push steadily without snapping your knees into lockout.
Technique cue
Supported pelvis, aligned knees and continuous pressure.
Common mistakes- rounding the lower back
- letting the knees collapse inward
- bouncing at the bottom
- locking out aggressively at the top
- forcing a range beyond your mobility
Safety notes
Risks of poor execution
- The guided path reduces sideways instability.
- Forcing the range can still overload the joints.