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Exercise overview
Training details
Quadriceps
Equipment
Leg Extension Machine
Sets × reps
3 × 15 / side
Rest
1 min
How to perform it
Step-by-step instructions
- 01Adjust the seat so the knee lines up with the machine pivot.
- 02Place one ankle behind the pad and hold the handles to keep the hips down.
- 03Extend the knee until the working leg is straight without kicking the pad.
- 04Squeeze the quad briefly at the top.
- 05Lower slowly until the knee bends again without letting the weight stack slam.
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