Intermediate
SMITH LEG PRESS
Upper legs
Body Part
Glutes
Target Muscle
Smith machine
Equipment
Intermediate
Difficulty
Target Muscles
Glutes
Views
1
Est. Calories/min
5.00
How To Perform
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Step:1 Adjust the seat and footplate of the smith machine to a comfortable position.
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Step:2 Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet shoulder-width apart on the footplate.
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Step:3 Grasp the handles or sides of the machine for stability.
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Step:4 Push the footplate away from you by extending your legs, keeping your back against the backrest.
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Step:5 Pause for a moment at the fully extended position.
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Step:6 Slowly bend your knees and lower the footplate back towards you, returning to the starting position.
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Step:7 Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Quick Tips
- Warm up properly before starting
- Maintain proper form throughout
- Control the negative (eccentric) phase
- Breathe out during the effort phase
- Rest 60–90 seconds between sets
Rest Timer
01:00
