Smith Leg Press (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Sit down on the Smith machine with your back against the backrest
  • 2Place your feet shoulder width apart on the platform
  • 3Push the platform away from your body by extending your legs
  • 4Slowly bend your legs and return the platform to the initial position
  • 5Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your back pressed against the backrest
  • Avoid fully locking out your knees at the top of the movement
  • Control the movement, particularly the downward phase
  • Focus on pushing with your heels, not your toes

Smith Leg Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs