Exercise Database

Seated Leg Press

Course: PHRE 3040 – Resistance Training Movement Pattern: Squat Target: Quadriceps Synergist(s): Gluteals, Hamstrings
Exercise ID: 2399
Regressions: Progressions:

Equipment: Machine
Description:

 

  1. Keep tension on the quads, keep the knees just shy of lockout.
  2. In order to emphasize the glutes more, push through the heels.
  3. In order to emphasize the quads more, push through the balls of the feet.
  4. Don’t allow the hips to posteriorly tilt and roll off the pad.
  5. Keep your low back flat against the pad throughout the movement.
  6. Maintain a neutral head position by not looking up or down excessively.

 
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