45 Degree Leg Press Video & Instructions

45 Degree Leg Press video exercise guide. On this page you'll learn how to do a 45 Degree Leg Press using the correct technique. Below you'll find the 45 Degree Leg Press video, pictures, exercise instructions, and tips on how to get the most out of the exercise. Click the play button below to start the video!

Learn more about how to build muscle, burn fat and build the solid body you want right here on Muscle and Strength! Check out our articles, supplements, and diet sections to learn more about nutrition. See our workouts section for a huge range of workout routines, and for the motivation you need to keep going check out the Muscle and Strength forum.

Exercise Instructions:

Setup for 45 degree leg press by loading the weight plates you want to use on the machine. Sit down on the leg press machine and position your feet at about shoulder width apart, in the middle of the foot plate. Extend your legs to take the weight off the racks, and release the safety. Your knees should be slightly bent at the start of the movement, this will ensure the weight is on your quads. Slowly lower the weight down until your legs are just past a 45 degree angle, pushing through your heels, extend your legs to move the weight back up to the starting position. Repeat movement for desired reps.

Tips:

Your knees should not be locked out at the any point during this exercise. When moving the weight up, push through your heels. You can involve the glutes more in this exercise by going deeper.