Leg Press Machine

Set-up

• Sit with your back flat against the pad.
• Place your feet shoulder-width apart in the middle of the platform.

How to do it

1. Release the safety handles and lower the platform by bending your knees.
2. Go down until your knees are at about 90° or as far as you can with your lower back on the pad.
3. Press back up without locking your knees.

Coaching cues

• Push through your whole foot.
• Keep your knees in line with your toes.

Common mistakes

• Lowering so far that your hips curl up off the pad.
• Locking the knees hard at the top.

Safety

• Re-engage the safety handles before getting out.