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Leg extension

Leg extension

Quads

LegsSquatGymBeginner

Straighten the knees smoothly, squeeze, lower slowly.

Use in a program

Exercise profile

Best forMuscle growth
Effectiveness★★★★☆ 4/5
EquipmentMachine
Recommended3-4 sets x 10-15 reps, rest 60-90 s
Who it suits AgeAny BMIAny SexAny HeightAny WaistAny
Purpose
Isolated quad work to build the front of the thigh.
Setup
Knee joint at the machine pivot, pad on the lower shins.
Common mistakes
Swinging the weight up with momentum instead of muscle.
Easier
Lower the weight and shorten the range.
Harder
Pause at the top or do slow negatives.

Suggested by goal

Get stronger 3-5 sets . 4-6 reps rest 150s
Build muscle 3-4 sets . 8-12 reps rest 90s
Lose fat (training style) 2-4 sets . 10-15 reps rest 60s
General fitness 2-3 sets . 8-12 reps rest 75s