Lever Leg Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hip Flexors, Sartorius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Leg Extension
How to: Lever Leg Extension
- Sit on the leg extension machine with your back firmly pressed against the pad.
- Adjust the seat so that your knees align with the machine's pivot point.
- Place your feet under the padded bar with legs bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Extend your legs to lift the weight in a controlled motion until your legs are straight.
- Pause at the top, then lower back down to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Locking the knees at the top of the movement.
- Using momentum to lift the weights instead of controlled movement.
- Not adjusting the machine properly for individual body size.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for a lower intensity workout.
- Perform the exercise using one leg at a time for a greater focus on stability.
Tips
- Adjust the seat height so that your knees align with the pivot point of the machine.
- Keep your back against the pad to avoid straining your lower back.
- Control the movement during both the upward and downward phases.
Lever Leg Extension Alternatives
Tags
quads
thighs
strength
machine
leg exercise
muscle building