Leg Press

Leg Press Instruction

• Sit inside a leg press machine.
• Put both feet in the middle of the platform at shoulder-width with toes pointed slightly outward.
• Extend your leg to push the weight up and release the safety.
• Lower the weight slowly until your knee reaches just a little more than 45-degrees.
• Don't let your glutes come off the seat.
• If this happen, your low back is compromised and you are setting yourself up for injury.
• At the bottom position, drive your heels through the pad and push the weight up. 
• Don't lock your legs out at the top.

*Tips*

• Again, do not let your glutes come off the bench. This is unwarranted stress on your lower back. 
• Don't lock out your legs.
• Keep your eyes focused straight ahead. You want a full neutral spine.