Thighs (front)

Horizontal Leg Press

Starting position

  • Back against the backrest, feet hip-width in the middle of the platform.
  • Legs almost straight, hold the handles.

Execution

  • Let the sled come towards you until the knees are bent about 90°.
  • Push away again without locking the knees.
  • Breathe out as you push.

Common mistakes

  • Glutes lifting off the backrest.
  • Knees caving in.
  • Overextending the knees at the top.