Leg extension
General guidance. This page has not been reviewed by a qualified professional yet.
Leg extension. Straighten knees slowly and lower the roller under control.
How to do this exercise: Leg extensionSetup · movement · load
- Set your position
Align the machine pivot roughly with your knee and place the roller above your ankles, not on your feet. Support your back.
- Make the movement
Straighten knees slowly and lower the roller under control.
- Breathe and control the pace
Breathe out during the harder part and in on the return. Control the return instead of dropping the weight. Two reps in reserve means you could do about two more clean repetitions.
Do not kick the load or lift your hips from the seat.
Log the number shown on the machine. Pulley ratios vary, so compare results on the same machine.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.
- Type
- Strength
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Sides
- Both sides together
- How load is measured
- Machine-displayed load
Main muscles
Quadriceps
Equipment
Load values are only comparable on the same exercise and equipment.
How to do it
- Align the machine pivot roughly with your knee and place the roller above your ankles, not on your feet. Support your back.
- Straighten knees slowly and lower the roller under control.
Common mistakes
- Do not kick the load or lift your hips from the seat.
Safety notes
- Start with easy resistance and breathe continuously. Stop for sharp pain; ask gym staff to demonstrate unfamiliar equipment.