Extension and flexion of the legs while seated ► leg press

Individual work

In a slow and controlled movement, press the weight away from the body and then bring it back again.

Starting position:
- Feet rest with the whole sole hip-width apart
- Knee angle is at least 90 degrees
- Back lies flat on the seat (no hollow back)

Finishing position:
- Do not fully extend the knees
- Lower back remains firmly in the seat
- Ankle, knee joint and hip are in line

Attention:
Push the knee outwards (do not allow it to tilt inwards), distribute pressure over the entire foot, do not fall into a hollow back.

Variant I:
The target muscles are changed by changing the position of the feet. The higher the feet are, the more the gluteal muscles are used. If the stance is widened and the feet point outwards, the inner thighs are trained more.
Variant II:
The exercise can also be performed with one leg.

1 weight tower/machine ► leg press