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How to do Single-Leg Leg Extension

Primary muscle: Legs

LegsBeginnerMachineIsolation
Single-Leg Leg Extension start and end positionSingle-Leg Leg Extension start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Sit on the machine, rest your back, and set the pad in front of one ankle
  2. Leave the other leg free and hold the handles
  3. Raise your leg until the knee is fully extended
  4. Squeeze your quad for one second at the top
  5. Lower the weight under control; finish all reps, then switch legs

Coaching tip

Working one leg stops the strong side from compensating; start with your weaker leg.

Caution

Skip this move or ask a professional first if you have pain or an injury in: knee. FitCi filters it out of your program automatically based on the injuries in your profile.

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