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Leg Extension Machine (One Leg)

  • Beginner
  • Leg Extension Machine
  • Quadriceps

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Setup instructions

1) Load the appropriate weight on the machine.

2) Sit back on the seat and place the front of your leg behind the pad - the lower leg should be angled behind you slightly. Hold the handles besides the seat to stabilise yourself.

Perform instructions

1) Slowly extend your leg out in front of you - have a slight bend in your knee at the endpoint.

2) Pause at the top and squeeze your thigh. Now, reverse the movement back to the starting position.

3) Repeat.

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