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Lever Horizontal Leg Press

A horizontal plate-loaded machine exercise targeting the entire thigh, especially the quadriceps.

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Secondary muscles

gluteus maximushamstringsadductors

How to do it

  1. Sit on the leg press and adjust seat as needed.
  2. Place feet shoulder-width apart on platform.
  3. Push platform away by extending legs.
  4. Do not lock knees at the top position.
  5. Lower platform under control to start position.

Form cues

  • Keep lower back pressed into seat
  • Do not lock knees
  • Feet flat and even pressure
  • Control the descent

Common mistakes

  • Letting knees cave in/out
  • Lifting hips off seat
  • Locking out knees
  • Using too much weight

Breathing

Exhale as you press up, inhale as you lower down.

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