Single-Leg Leg Extension

Gymnastics Ribbon Person 2 Streamline Icon: https://streamlinehq.com

Single-Leg Leg Extension

Category
Strength
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Machine
Force
Push
Mechanic
Isolation

Primary Muscles

Quadriceps

Secondary Muscles

None specified

Instructions

  1. 1

    Seat yourself in the machine and adjust it so that you are positioned properly. The pad should be against the lower part of the shin but not in contact with the ankle. Adjust the seat so that the pivot point is in line with your knee. Select a weight appropriate for your abilities.

  2. 2

    Maintaining good posture, fully extend one leg, pausing at the top of the motion.

  3. 3

    Return to the starting position without letting the weight stop, keeping tension on the muscle.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Start Building Custom Workouts

Create a free account to build custom workout programs using this exercise and hundreds more from our library.