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Illustration of the Leg Extension: Lock out and hold one second at the top, then fight the negative down.
isolation · Isolation

Leg Extension

Leg Extension is an isolation isolation movement for quads, using Leg Extension. 3 sets of 12-15, 1 min rest.

Primary muscle
Quads
Equipment
Leg Extension
Difficulty
Beginner
Sets and reps
3 × 12-15
Rest
60s
Force
push

How to do it

  1. 1
    Set up

    Knee joint lined up with the machine's pivot, pad on the shin above the ankle.

  2. 2
    The cue that matters

    Lock out and hold one second at the top, then fight the negative down.

  3. 3
    Work it

    3 sets of 12-15, resting about 1 minute between them.