Lever Single-Leg Angled Press
Build strength and balance! The Lever Single-Leg Angled Press isolates each leg for targeted muscle engagement.
The Lever Single-Leg Angled Press is a compound exercise that mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings and lower back. You'll need: leg press machine.
Required Equipment
Lever Single-Leg Angled Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Hamstrings; Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)
Lever Single-Leg Angled Press Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lever Single-Leg Angled Press
Lever Angled Single Leg Press
Starting Position:
Sit on the lever angled leg press machine with your back against the padded backrest and your head up.
Position one foot on the platform, ensuring it is flat and centered. Your knee should be aligned over your ankle.
Place your other foot off the platform, resting it on the floor.
Movement Instructions:
Begin the exercise by lowering the platform towards you. This is done by bending your knee while keeping your foot flat on the platform.
Keep your other leg relaxed and off the platform.
Continue lowering the weight until your knee is at a 90-degree angle or as far as comfortable without pain.
Once at the lowest position, push through your heel to extend your knee and return to the starting position.
Exhale as you push back up and inhale as you lower down.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.
Tips:
Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain stability.
Avoid locking your knee at the top of the movement.
Adjust the seat position, if necessary, to ensure proper alignment.
Start with lighter weights to master the movement before increasing resistance.
Lever Single-Leg Angled Press FAQs
What muscles does the Lever Single-Leg Angled Press work?
The Lever Single-Leg Angled Press mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings and lower back. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Lever Single-Leg Angled Press?
Leg press machine.
Is the Lever Single-Leg Angled Press a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Lever Single-Leg Angled Press go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Lever Single-Leg Angled Press variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Assisted Single-Leg Press, Alternating Lever Leg Press, Lever Angled Leg Press and Lever Bulgarian Split-Squat.
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