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Leg Extension

🏋️‍♂️ Strength / Weighted · Legs

Also known as: leg extensions, quad extension

Log it by text

Sets × Reps @ Weight
/log leg_extensions 3x10@45
also valid: /log leg-extensions 3x10@45 · /log leg extensions 3x10@45
Sets × Reps
/log leg_extensions 3x10
also valid: /log leg-extensions 3x10 · /log leg extensions 3x10
Reps
/log leg_extensions 20
also valid: /log leg-extensions 20 · /log leg extensions 20

Underscores, dashes, and spaces are interchangeable — every spelling above logs the same exercise.

Demonstration

Leg Extension demonstration animation
Demo: Lever Leg Extension — © Gym visual

How to perform

🎯 QuadsHamstrings🛠 Leverage Machine
  1. Adjust the seat height and backrest of the machine to fit your body.
  2. Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the footpad.
  3. Grasp the handles or sidebars for stability.
  4. Extend your legs forward by straightening your knees, lifting the weight.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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