How to do it
Press through the midfoot of each foot to drive the platform.
- 1
Sit down on the machine with your back against the padded support.
- 2
Place your feet on the footplate about hip-width apart.
- 3
Press the weight until your legs are almost fully extended, but do not lock your knees.
- 4
Slowly lower the weight back towards the starting position, maintaining control.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your lower back pressed against the seat back throughout the exercise to prevent strain.
Common mistakes
- ✕Locking the knees at full extension
- ✕Knees caving inward during the press
- ✕Dropping the weight down without control