➢Fix Your Form Pocket Book: bit.ly/FormCheatSheet ➢ Follow me on Instagram- instagram.com/colossusfit/ FAR too many people perform the leg press incorrectly. I really hope this video helps you out, and if you're not subscribed already, please do so! Time Stamps: (0:05) Proper setup & form (1:57) Free form guide (2:09) - Mistake 1- The knee breaker (2:35) - Mistake 2- Being an ego lifter (2:58) - Mistake 3- Improper leg positioning
I did mention twice that each machine is different and to be mindful of that. However, for the most part when they're plate loaded like this one, majority of the tips will apply. When they're more upright and non plate loaded, it's a very different movement. I believe the middle handle is for safety to ensure you don't get stuck, but can also dictate your range of motion. When it's up at the top, you can only go so far down. When you bring it down to the bottom, you can get a full range of motion.
You're not alone, and I personally don't believe it's a bad thing. Even you'll see when I demonstrate proper form, my thighs are going into my stomach. It's a good sign you're doing a full range of motion.
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FAR too many people perform the leg press incorrectly. I really hope this video helps you out, and if you're not subscribed already, please do so!
Time Stamps:
(0:05) Proper setup & form
(1:57) Free form guide
(2:09) - Mistake 1- The knee breaker
(2:35) - Mistake 2- Being an ego lifter
(2:58) - Mistake 3- Improper leg positioning
What happened to "don't lock your knees" ?
I mentioned it starting at 2:09. I was a bit dramtic showcasing extreme lock outs, but yeah locking out is a big no
Not all machine are the same and you didn't explain that that middle thing is for. Sheesh.
I did mention twice that each machine is different and to be mindful of that. However, for the most part when they're plate loaded like this one, majority of the tips will apply. When they're more upright and non plate loaded, it's a very different movement.
I believe the middle handle is for safety to ensure you don't get stuck, but can also dictate your range of motion. When it's up at the top, you can only go so far down. When you bring it down to the bottom, you can get a full range of motion.
I always feel like my stomach is touching my thighs when doing this.. has anyone felt like this..
You're not alone, and I personally don't believe it's a bad thing. Even you'll see when I demonstrate proper form, my thighs are going into my stomach. It's a good sign you're doing a full range of motion.
@@ColossusFitness Thanks mate..