How to perform the Leg Press Narrow Stance
- 1Sit in the leg press machine with your back flat against the pad, feet close together in the middle of the platform with toes pointing mostly forward, and adjust the seat so your knees can bend comfortably. Hold the handles and keep your hips snug against the seat without lifting your lower back.
- 2Push the platform away by straightening your legs without locking your knees, then slowly bend your knees to lower the weight until they’re about at a right angle or just before your hips start to lift. Breathe in as you lower the weight in a controlled way, and breathe out as you push the weight away smoothly.
Coach tips
- Keep your knees in line with your toes and don’t let them cave inward as you press to protect your knees and get more out of your quads.
- Use a weight that lets you move slowly and under control; if you have to bounce or slam the sled, it’s too heavy.
- Keep your lower back gently pressed into the pad the whole time to avoid straining your back and to keep the work in your legs.
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For optimal quads hypertrophy: aim for 10-20 weekly sets at 65-80% of your 1RM with 1-2 reps in reserve.
