Exercise Guide
 

Important

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Leg Press
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Lifting Technique:

1. Set desired weight

2. Adjust weight

3. Adjust seating according to your flexibility

4. Place feet midway on the plate approximately shoulder width apart [Fig. 1]

  • May use to train the calves or gastrocnemius, soleus, and achillies tendon
  • Place feet at the bottom of the plate with heels off the bottom
  • May emphasize inner and outer calf by placing the heels together or apart
  • Keeps knees soft on extension

5. Extend legs [Fig. 2]

6. Complete repetitions