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CAUTION
Before you begin any fitness program, see your physician for a thorough physical exam. Seek advice
from your physician to learn the target heart rate appropriate for your fitness level.
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The Leg Press offers an alternative or complement to the squat exercise. It trains the glutes, hamstrings, and quadriceps to
increase lower body strength and force production. It offers conditioning benefits for beginners and performance athletes
alike.
Set Up
1.
Select an appropriate weight
2.
Sit and place your feet on the footplate
approximately shoulder-width apart with your lower
leg perpendicular to the footplate
3.
Raise the seat handle and position the seat so your
knees are at 90 degrees. Release the handle to
lock your starting position prior to beginning the
movement
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Begin the Exercise
1.
Extend your legs in a controlled motion.
2.
Pause at full extension.
3.
Slowly return to the start position.
Training Tips
1.
Avoid locking your knees.
2.
Keep your back in contact with the pad at all times.
3.
Varying your foot position will change the training effect.
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