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Leg Press Machine |
Type: Legs |
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The leg press machine is a great way to enable beginners or even more experienced exercisers to develop strong, powerful muscles in the legs and buttocks. It's a good alternative to the more advanced free weight standing squat exercise, but gaining experience on the machine will help develop the strength required to progress on to free weights.
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Buttocks
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Calves
Hamstrings
Thighs
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Leg Press Machine Steps:
Position yourself into the leg press machine with your feet on the foot plate and sitting in the seat.
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Adjust the seat so that your knees are bent at 90 degrees. This is the start position.
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Position your feet so they are roughly hip width apart.
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Select an appropriate weight for the exercise.
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Drive against the foot plate with your feet until your legs are straight, but don't lock the knees.
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Pause briefly and then gradually return to the start by bending the knees.
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Repeat for the required number of repetitions.
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