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Description

Sit on the leg extension machine with your shins against the pad. Extend your legs fully by contracting your quads, then slowly lower back to the starting position with control.

Tips

Engage quads, avoid jerking, control motion, and avoid locking knees at the top.

Primary Muscles

Quads

Equipment
Leg Extension Machine

A seated machine with a padded bar for isolating the quadriceps during leg-extension movements.

Skill Level

Beginner: Requires basic movement skills.

Engagement Type

Bilateral: Each rep engages both sides of the body simultaneously.

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