Lever Assisted Leg Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
How to: Lever Assisted Leg Press
- Adjust the seat to your height and sit comfortably on the machine.
- Place your feet on the platform shoulder-width apart.
- Push through your heels to press the weight upward, extending your legs fully but not locking your knees.
- Slowly lower the weight back to the starting position while keeping your back against the seat.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight which may compromise form.
- Not controlling the return movement, leading to potential injury.
- Allowing knees to cave inward during the press.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to start and focus on form.
- Perform the exercise with a wider or narrower stance to target different muscle groups.
Tips
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart on the platform.
- Ensure your knees do not extend beyond your toes during the press.
- Control the movement and avoid locking out your knees.
Lever Assisted Leg Press Alternatives
Tags
legs
strength
hip
quads
hamstrings
fitness