Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | leg extension machine |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Sit in machine with back against pad. Adjust back support so that knee joints are aligned with lever fulcrum. Place lower legs behind lever pad and grasp handles to sides.Execution
Extend knee until leg is straight. Return and repeat. Continue with opposite leg.Variations / Comments
Use handles to stabilize body while using heavy resistance (see stabilizers).![Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg | Starting Position Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/67/167.jpg)
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![Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg | Ending Position Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/68/168.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Quadriceps |
Synergist | - |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Brachialis | Biceps Brachii | Brachioradialis |
![Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg | Muscles Front Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/83/83.jpg)
Front
![Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg | Muscles Rear Lever Leg Extension, Single Leg Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/84/84.jpg)
Rear
![High End Visualizations](../../template/images/banner/sa_bodytrainer_tv_banner.png)