| Purpose: Develop the quads and the thighs. Secondary stress is placed on the hamstrings and glutes
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| Equipment variations: Any quality leg press machine. A forty five degree angle is standard.
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| Starting position: Adjust the backrest to a comfortable position. Foot position is very important. In order to place more tension on the quads, place feet in the center (not top or bottom) of the pad. Your feet should be about shoulder width apart. Knees should be slightly bent, but not locked. Grip the handles at the sides of the machine for stability. |
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| Performance: Slowly lower the weight stack as low as your flexibility permits, while keeping your hips on the pad. Do not bounce the weight at the bottom of the movement. Straighten your legs to return to the starting position. That was one repetition. Repeat for the desired number of reps. |
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