Leg Press

glutesupper legssled machine

Learn how to do the Leg Press with proper form and technique. This sled machine exercise primarily targets your Glutes, with secondary emphasis on Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calves.

Leg Press exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Leg Press

Follow these steps to perform the Leg Press with correct form:

  1. 1Adjust the seat of the sled machine so that your knees are at a 90-degree angle when your feet are on the footplate.
  2. 2Sit on the sled machine with your back flat against the backrest and your feet shoulder-width apart on the footplate.
  3. 3Grip the handles on the sides of the seat for stability.
  4. 4Push against the footplate to extend your legs, straightening them completely.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly bend your knees to lower the footplate back to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Leg Press Muscles Worked

Primary

glutes

Secondary

quadricepshamstringscalves

Exercise Details

Equipment
sled machine
Body Part
upper legs
Category
Main

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