Seated Leg Press, Single Leg

Leg Presses Seated Leg Press, Single Leg Exercise

Target Muscle: Quadriceps (Thighs)

Workout Mechanics: Compound | Workout Force: Push Exercise | Utility: Basic or Auxiliary

Stablizer Muscle: Hamstrings, Gastrocnemius

Synergists: Gluteus Maximus, Adductor Magnus, Soleus

Seated Leg Press, Single Leg Instructions

Seated Leg Press, Single Leg Technique

Sit on machine with back on padded support. Place one foot slightly low on platform and other foot on floor below platform.

Seated Leg Press, Single Leg Form

Push platform away by extending hip and knee. Return by bending leg until knee or hip is just short of complete flexion. Repeat. Continue with opposite leg.

Adjust back support back to accommodate near full range of motion without forcing pelvis to bend at waist. Keep knee pointed same direction as foot. Do not allow heel to raise off of platform, pushing with both heel and forefoot.

Related Leg Presses Exercises
1. 45� Leg Press
2. Seated Leg Press
3. Seated Leg Press, Alternating
4. 45� Leg Press, Single Leg
5. Lying Leg Press
6. Vertical Leg Press
7. Vertical Leg Press, Single Leg