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Lever Alternate Leg Press

Lever Alternate Leg Press: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: machine.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentmachine
  • Body partupper legs
Primary muscles
quads, hamstrings
Secondary muscles
glutes
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How to do it

  1. Adjust the seat and foot platform of the leverage machine to your desired position.
  2. Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the foot platform.
  3. Place your hands on the handles or sides of the machine for stability.
  4. Push one foot against the foot platform, extending your leg until it is almost fully straight.
  5. Pause for a moment, then slowly bend your leg and return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat with the other leg.
  7. Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.

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