Muscles Worked in the Vertical Leg Press
Primary muscles worked:
Secondary muscles worked:
How to Do the Vertical Leg Press
- Lie on your back on the machine’s platform, with your hips and back securely against the backrest.
- Place your feet hip-width apart on the footplate above you, with toes pointing straight ahead.
- Release the safety lock on the machine and extend your legs until they are almost straight without locking your knees.
- Lower the weight in a controlled manner by bending your knees as far as your mobility allows you.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position, keeping a stable core and avoiding knee lockout at the top.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Commentary
The vertical leg press is an effective leg exercise that focuses on the quadriceps. The vertical position could increase pressure on the lower back, so maintaining a good core activation is essential.
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