Lever Seated Squat
Description
The lever seated squat is performed in a seated position on a machine, with the back fully supported. By eliminating standing balance and lower back demands, the machine isolates the quads heavily. It is an excellent choice for direct quad work or for lifters with back limitations.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Lever Seated Squat Instructions
- Sit on the seat of the lever seated squat machine.
- Place your back firmly against the back pad.
- Position your feet on the platform shoulder-width apart.
- Grip the handles for stability.
- Unrack the safety and brace your core.
- Squat the platform away by bending your knees.
- Continue until your thighs are roughly perpendicular to the platform.
- Drive through your heels to extend your legs back to the starting position. Re-rack the safety.
Lever Seated Squat Form & Visual
Lever Seated Squat Benefits
- Heavy quad loading with full back support
- Eliminates balance demands
- Reduces lower back stress
- Allows progressive heavy weight
- Useful for lifters with back limitations
- Builds quad size and strength
Lever Seated Squat Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Gluteus maximus
- Adductors
Lever Seated Squat Variations & Alternatives
- Leg Press
- Hack Squat
- Pendulum Squat
- Smith Machine Squat
