Leg Extension, Alternating

Lever (plate loaded) Leg Extension, Alternating Exercise

Target Muscle: Quadriceps (Thighs)

Workout Mechanics: Isolated | Workout Force: Push Exercise | Utility: Auxiliary

Stablizer Muscle: Trapezius, Upper, Trapezius, Middle, Levator Scapulae

Synergists: None

Leg Extension, Alternating Instructions

Leg Extension, Alternating Technique

Sit on apparatus with back against padded back support. Place front of lower leg under padded lever. Position knee articulation at same axis as lever fulcrum. Grasp handles to sides for support.

Leg Extension, Alternating Form

Move lever forward by extending one knee until leg is straight. Lower to original position and repeat with opposite leg. Continue to alternate between sides.

Stabilizers are used during heavy resistances to prevent body rising off of seat.

Related Lever (plate loaded) Exercises
1. Leg Extension
2. Lunge
3. Lunge, Rear Lunge
4. Single Leg Split Squat
5. Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat
6. Single Leg Split Squat, Split Squat
7. Squat
8. Squat, Hack Squat
9. Squat, V-Squat
10. Squat, Wide Squat