Exercise Lab

Leg Extension


Equipment

  • Leg-Extension Machine

Muscle Groups

  • Legs

Purposes

  • Quadriceps (front thigh) strength

Description

  • Sit with your chest up and the leg pad resting over the lower part of your shins.
  • Straighten both legs by lifting the leg pad.
  • When the knees are fully straightened, squeeze the top of your thighs.
  • Return slowly to the bottom position.

ProTip

  • Keep the top of your hips in contact with the back-rest

Mistakes

  • Kicking the legs up too violently
  • Not extending all the way
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