Sled 45 Degrees Wide Stance Leg Press
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Sled 45 Degrees Wide Stance Leg Press is a strength exercise targeting the lower body. It primarily works the quadriceps, building strength and mass, while also engaging the glutes and hamstrings. Utilizing a wider stance helps to involve the adductor muscles as well.
How to do it
- Sit on the leg press machine with your back and head against the pad.
- Place your feet on the platform in a wide stance, toes slightly pointed out.
- Unlock the safety mechanism and lower the platform by bending your knees.
- Press the platform back up by extending your legs, keeping the knees slightly bent at the top.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Quadriceps
Secondary Adductor Magnus Gluteus Maximus Hamstrings