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Leg press

Gym3 × 10–12Leg press machine

How to do it

  1. Feet mid-platform
  2. Lower until the knees are near 90°
  3. Don't lock the knees at the top

Common mistake: Lower back lifting off the seat.

Also works: Glutes

Swap: Bodyweight squat

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