Lever Leg Extension

Lever Leg Extension

Description

This exercise involves sitting on a machine with a lever and extending your legs to work your quadriceps muscles. The lever provides resistance as you push your legs out, making it a great isolation exercise for building strength and muscle in your thighs.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Lever Leg Extension Instructions

  1. Adjust the machine to fit your body by adjusting the seat and the lever arm.
  2. Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the foot pad.
  3. Grasp the handles on the side of the seat for stability.
  4. Extend your legs out in front of you, keeping your knees slightly bent.
  5. Slowly straighten your legs until they are fully extended.
  6. Hold for a second and then slowly lower your legs back to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Lever Leg Extension Form & Visual

Lever Leg Extension

Lever Leg Extension Benefits

  • Targets the quadriceps muscles, helping to strengthen and tone the front of the thighs
  • Isolates the quadriceps, reducing the involvement of other muscles and allowing for a more targeted workout
  • Can be adjusted to accommodate different fitness levels and abilities
  • May help improve knee stability and reduce the risk of injury
  • Can be performed with or without weights, making it a versatile exercise option

Lever Leg Extension Muscles Worked

  • Quadriceps

Lever Leg Extension Variations & Alternatives

  • Seated Leg Extension
  • Standing Leg Extension
  • Single Leg Extension
  • Reverse Leg Extension
  • Machine Leg Extension