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Glutes · Intermediate

High-Foot Leg Press

High-foot leg press increasing hip contribution while the back and pelvis stay supported.

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High-Foot Leg Press demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

GlutesHamstringsQuadriceps

Equipment

Leg Press Machine

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit in the leg press with the hips and back supported.
  2. 02Place the feet higher on the platform around shoulder width.
  3. 03Unlock the sled and lower until the knees bend while the hips stay down.
  4. 04Keep pressure through the heels and midfoot without letting the pelvis tuck up.
  5. 05Press the platform away smoothly without locking the knees hard.

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