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Body · Legs

Leg Press

A machine squat pattern that lets you load the legs safely.

GymBeginnerLeg press machine3×10-12

How to perform it

  1. 01Sit in the machine with feet shoulder-width on the platform.
  2. 02Lower the platform until knees reach ~90 degrees.
  3. 03Press back up without locking your knees out hard.

Coaching tip

Keep your lower back flat against the pad throughout.