QuadsMachinebeginner
Leg press
Secondary: Glutes, Hamstrings
Strength
5–8
reps · long rest
Hypertrophy
8–12
reps · 60–90s rest
Endurance
15–20
reps · short rest
Form cues
- Place feet about shoulder-width, mid-foot on the platform.
- Lower under control until the thighs are near the torso without the pelvis tucking.
- Press through the whole foot and stop short of locking out harshly.
Common mistakes
- Letting the lower back round
- Bouncing out of the hole
- Knees caving