Leg press
- Strength
- Beginner
- Machines
Muscles worked
Main: Quads · Also: Glutes, Hamstrings
Measured in reps.
How to do it
- Sit with your back flat against the pad, feet shoulder-width on the platform.
- Lower the platform until your knees are bent to about 90 degrees.
- Press through your heels without locking your knees hard.
Tip: Don't let your lower back lift off the pad.
Take extra care if…
- You have a current problem with your knees. This exercise puts load through it.
General guidance only, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts, and get advice from a doctor or qualified professional if pain continues.