Sure! The leg press is a popular exercise that targets the lower body, particularly the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. By using a leg press attachment on a smith machine, you can perform this exercise in a stable and controlled manner, making it a great option for people of all fitness levels. In this guide, we’ll provide step-by-step instructions on how to properly perform the leg press on a Smith machine, along with tips on how to adjust the weight and machine for your individual needs.
How to perform Wide Vertical Leg Press
- Attach the leg press attachment to the Smith machine and adjust the height of the bar to waist level, ensuring the safety bars are in place.
- Load the desired weight onto the machine and place a mat underneath the bar.
- Lie on your back with your legs extended towards the ceiling, placing your feet on the leg press attachment with a wider-than-shoulder-width stance. Keep the attachment in place by pushing your heels toward the ceiling.
- Inhale and bend your knees to lower the bar, allowing your knees to flare out.
- Descend until your hips almost lift off the floor, then pause briefly.
- Exhale and press the bar back up along the same path to the starting position.
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