Legs · Machine

Press with tight lower legs — Machine

Muscles requiredVastus lateralis · Vastus medialis · Rectus femoris

Description

Guided leg push to develop quadriceps and glutes.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Adjust machine supports to stay aligned from start to finish.
  • Feet placed symmetrically and pelvis supported.
  • Knees oriented in line with the feet.
  • Core core and neutral back at the start.
  • Adjust the supports to stay aligned from start to finish.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Descend under control to a controlled range of motion.
  2. Avoid any rebound at the bottom.
  3. Push regularly without suddenly locking your knees.
Technique cue

Pelvis supported, knees aligned, continuous thrust.

Common mistakes
  • lower back that rounds
  • knees coming in
  • bounce down
  • aggressive lock at the top
  • force an range of motion beyond your mobility
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • The guided trajectory reduces lateral instability.
  • A forced range of motion can still overload the joints.

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