Leg extension while sitting on a machine

From point of view process physics this exercise is to take a twin French presses hands. It is just as effective, narrowly targeted and focused on the key group of muscles of the lower extremities, as its counterpart for the muscles of the upper shoulder girdle. The exercise is not suitable for gaining volume and muscle mass, but perfect for purchase relief And additional grinding.

Leg straightening on a specialized simulator used in bodybuilding and fitness by almost all athletes. The exercise affects the lower, more specifically - patellar thigh area.

How to properly perform leg extensions while sitting on a machine?

1. Performed from a sitting position.
2. Secure your bent legs comfortably to the support pads of the machine.
3. For convenience, grab the corresponding rubberized handles with your hands.
4. Exhaling sharply, overcoming resistance, straighten your legs.
5. Inhaling slowly, bend your legs to their original position.

By doing leg straightening it is necessary to focus attention on the negative phase of the movement and on holding the legs in a straight position. After a sharp extension of the legs, stretch slow, yielding movement of the legs to the original starting position. The optimal number of repetitions is from 8 to 25 times.