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Horizontal Leg Press
A machine leg press performed horizontally, targeting quads, glutes, and hamstrings.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- gluteus maximus · quadriceps · hamstrings
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Leg press
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Sit in a horizontal leg press machine and place feet shoulder-width apart.
- Unlock the machine and lower the platform toward your chest.
- Press the platform back to the start.
- Repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Do not let your lower back lift off the seat.
- Avoid locking out the knees completely.