Lever Chair Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Chair Squat
How to: Lever Chair Squat
- Adjust the leverage machine to your height and position yourself accordingly.
- Place your feet shoulder-width apart on the footplate.
- Engage your core and lower your body by bending your knees until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing knees to buckle inward.
- Not maintaining proper posture.
- Using too much weight too soon.
Modifications
- Use a lower weight to accommodate for limited range of motion.
- Perform the exercise without using the leverage machine.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knees do not extend past your toes when squatting.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
Lever Chair Squat Alternatives
Tags
thighs
squat
glutes
strength
machine
quad