Smith Machine Leg Press

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

1. 01Set the Smith bar low, place the safety stops just below the deepest controlled position, and lie supine beneath the bar.
2. 02Place both feet evenly on the underside of the bar about hip- to shoulder-width apart; keep the head, pelvis, and lower back supported.
3. 03Press the bar up to clear the hooks and unlock it only after confirming even foot pressure.
4. 04Bend the hips and knees to lower under control, stopping before the pelvis rolls or the lower back lifts.
5. 05Press through both feet without hard knee lockout, then re-rack the bar fully before moving the feet.