leg press

The leg press is a strength training exercise that primarily targets the muscles in the legs, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. It is performed on a specialized piece of equipment known as a leg press machine, which typically consists of a seat with a backrest and a large foot platform.

To perform the leg press, you first sit on the seat with your back pressed against the backrest and your feet on the foot platform. You then push the platform away from you with your feet, extending your legs until they are straight. Finally, you lower the platform back down towards you by bending your knees, until your knees are at a 90-degree angle.

The leg press can be performed using various foot positions on the platform, which can target different muscles in the legs. For example, placing your feet higher up on the platform can target the glutes and hamstrings, while placing your feet lower on the platform can target the quadriceps.

The leg press is a popular exercise among athletes and fitness enthusiasts because it allows them to target and strengthen the leg muscles without putting as much strain on the back and knees as exercises like squats and lunges. However, it's important to use proper form and start with lighter weights to avoid injury.