The Thigh Extension

The muscles used in this exercise are the Quadriceps.

• Adjust the weight on the weight stack.
• Sit yourself on the machine and adjust the back pad so your back is straight and leaning slightly back and your knee joint touches the edge of the seat. Adjust the height of the lower pads to where your ankles are. With the ankles under the pads pull your toes upwards and make sure you are sitting upright.
• Hold onto the handles at the side of the machine for support.
• Extend the legs under control until they are fully straight and avoid kicking the weight up.
• Lower under control to the starting position without allowing the weight to touch the weight stack.
• Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and breathing out as the legs are extended.
• Make the movement smooth and continuous.