Honestly...it should be kind of socially okay to say "hey man, you are hoarding all the plates and there is really no need to". I am not suggesting you do this. I know many people will flip out and consider you nosy...but it should be okay 😂
Lol I use so many plates but I actually do go completely down into a full squat. I don't do many reps though so maybe I could do less weight but more reps?
Don't lockout and hold or snap into a lockout like you would do for a leg extension. Gently make your knees as straigjt as possible without pushing in one go to the top.
@@cristian9365genuinely curious to why? In my case I went way too deep, my ass lifted up and messed up my lower back pretty bad for a few weeks, have not been on the leg press since…
Love these tips! I used to think squatting and leg presses weren't for me because of knee pain. Once I started working on my form and not ego lifting, my ankle mobility has improved so much. Having sore quads and ass cheeks for the next 2-3 days after my workout is so awesome!
My ankle mobility has always been so ass that it puts me off when it comes to leg workouts, and I can’t seem to improve it.. I literally cannot go to a 90 degree squat even without any weights, meaning I’ll always need something under my heels. But at the same time having some plates under the heels feels so unstable when you have a load of weight on your shoulders. Do you have any good advice on increasing the ankle mobility effectively, other than just performing the moves which might increase it slowly over time?
I would like to know the same thing as the other commenter. How did you increase ankle mobility? I was told to do single leg leg press. I need to improve my strength and balance and mobility of my ankles for my salsa dancing technique.
Had anyone else felt MORE pain doing correct form or is it just me 😭 my knees never used to crack going up the stairs but now that I actually do exercises properly they hurt and crack all the time
Ah yes, there are people in my gym loading more than 500 lbs on the leg press machine, then press it with their arms pushing their knees into the machine with a 1/16 ROM. Edit: for those who said 500 lbs is light weight, I'm just using this number for the average population, that's why I put it as "more than 500 lbs". The math is 500+ lbs with ∞ upper limit depending on what you interpret as heavy weight.
guy at my old gym does 1/16 rom with really low weights but tons of reps while he plays on his phone. I think he thinks it's some sort of end-of-workout cardio/knee conditioning exercise or sth.
I’ve seen this on hack squats but with the weight I used. I‘m a beginner 💀 The guy did those „reps“ not even close to any sign of exhaustion or failure, then went to flex his arms in the mirror 💀
@@GustavRexwhat a stupid argument you have. next time bring something else to the table than "b-but what about yours!!" next time go be a MasterChef before u even think about not liking a dish in a restaurant lol
Jeff, I really appreciate how granular you go into your instructions. Sometimes there just isn't enough info out there, and I'm glad I can check my work with you.
I've been utilizing the leg press machine a lot more, and I've noticed a drastic difference in quad growth and glute strength. I deal with POTS, so I really need to focus on strengthening my legs to keep me from passing out when my heart rate gets up there, and slow controlled reps on this machine has proven to work wonders. I do 6 plates on each side, do 10 slow reps, remove a plate from each side, do 10 more reps, and continue removing till I'm down to 1 plate on each side. At that point, I push till failure, then lay on the machine for a minute so I don't puke lol.
Exactly what I do and I've noticed a ton of growth. I don't completely lock out. I go all the way down, not just a foot of movement. I'm at 800lbs. Most people say leg press isn't beneficial, but I just think it's because they don't do it correctly.
I started going to the gym half a year ago and never consciously used the handles. After seeing this I focused on them today and it felt easier to move the weights! I tried it with leg curls and extensions as well and it worked as well (just not es good because my arms are shorter than my upper body??). I love your videos but I can't really apply most of the stuff because I just do basic exercises, but this was really helpful, so thank you sm! :)
i used to slap 700 on the machine when i was bulking and sam sulek style throw the weight around with maybe a 90° knee depth at best. i’ve recently realized my hips are tight, and after 2 weeks of hip mobility training, i can easily do 550 for 10+ reps controlled. pro tip: think of it as an ass to grass squat, but with the floor pushing up instead of the bar pushing you down. helped me a ton
Thank you… i actually hurt my back on the leg press maybe 1 year ago. Too much weight too quick and not holding onto handles. I’ve been afraid of using it since but wanting to. Going to keep these techniques in mind when i do ❤
Wow, this is why I love Jeff’s videos. Been avoiding the leg press at my new gym because the range of motion is a bit limited on it. Never thought to use a cushion on my back!
I swear, if I lockout, my knees can accidentally hyper extend and it feels like it's going to snap. So even if locking out is safe I try not to do it as I'm at risk of hyperextending often 😭
I did leg press for the first time one month back, as the weight came down my hips went up and I pushed tbe weight up with a raised/elevated hip that stained my back and it took me 3 weeks to recover. Did leg press today at a much higher weight and did it perfectly ensuring the back stays glued on the seat and the hard grip on the handle, but I avoid going beyond the right angle as that tends to push my hips forward. I keep it in such a way that my calf and quads are at right angle to each other.
I love the concise and easily digestible information presented in your videos that is useful for everyone from beginners who just set foot in a gym for the first time to advanced who need a reminder not to ego lift.
that should be a crime, there is a gym like that where i live, and it is like a third the price of the one i go to (while also being 4 minutes walking distance), but no proper leg press, no money from me
@@bigdaddy69420 Mine costs 60 BAM, which is around $35 (students price) It's considered relatively expensive, especially given the average wages here in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
@@predatorfitnessyt i think mine is 300 DKK, which is like 45-50 dollars maybe, its pretty good actually. hope your gym is filled with good machines and such
@@julianpermuy8191 I don’t think it’s overthinking, just wanted to make sure I’m using the leg press as efficiently as possible. I also think this machine could be the worst one to misuse at the gym.
Honestly the best thing to do is just try different positionings and see what feels the best for you. Pay attention to any discomfort or pain that you feel before, during, and after the lift, and don't lift too heavy when testing them out. Some positions will better target certain areas than others so depending on your goals it might even be worth it to you to change positions between sets or days.
I bought a leg press for my home gym, 600 on Amazon. Best money I have ever spent. Keep in mind though weights are 1.10 a lb... So another 400 plus in 45s.. but still 1k and the best machine ever. The brand is Syedee, I also bought the leg extension machine for another 300 and it makes such a difference having at home. I now do legs 3 times a week
The first time I did leg presses I've NEVER seen anyone else do the leg presses. I just went in and try it. I didnt bother to check whether I was doing it correctly. This gives me more confidence as I now know I've been doing it right the whole time. Thank you!
Yeah there's no way I'd trust my knees or anyone else's to fully lock out and not buckle and snap inwards. AFAIK there's really no benefit to locking them and there's at least some amount of increased risk, some more than others. Just not worth it IMO.
The best videos that are really really educative. Man i love your content. Your an excellent trainer. And your well versed in it. Thats a beautiful blessing from god. Always remember to thank him no matter what. And keep spreading it rather than monopolizing or keeping it for your self. Remmber that the charity of knowledge is spreading it. 🙂
I’m not even capping - I had slight discomfort in my left knee - following these tips I can do even more weight with no pain - follow these tips guys - stay safe
I used to do 3 sets of 12 12 12 reps .. meaning 12 reps in all stances so don’t insinuate that I had too many plates 🙂🙂 y’all didn’t ban me for no reason and the reason was because of athletic performance i surprised a lot of people that never believed in me and that’s not my problem 🤷🏾♀️🤷🏾♀️ you guys are 2 BABYDADDIES too late 🎯🎯being a good mother isn’t a crime and working out is not a crime 🇺🇸🇺🇸 god bless America
So I am doing workout since 1.5 months. I am doing everything that you showed. What is the best way to increase weight? I am 19 years old. Also recommendation on increasing weight in basically all exercises?
A friend of mine suggested i did lateral raises behind the back to help with shoulder pain and tension in my front delts. Is is beneficial or do you think there might be a better exercise? I love all the science based facts, and you are BIG! Thanks!
I have a nice home gym so I had never worked out in a commercial one til a few weeks ago. I cannot believe the utter nonsense I have seen with the leg press. 😂😂😂😂 I may put less weight on, but you better believe I'm applying all of these tips every time. The leg press has developed my legs so much over the last year. Full ROM 🎉
Hi ,I'm a student and don't have much time to workout at the gym .I never worked out seriously before. Can you make a home full body workout video for teens based on science to at least stay fit? Thanks.
IT IS ABSOLUTELY NOT SAFE TO LOCK KNEES !!!! it is recommended to always leave the knees bent otherwise with any weight you could end up with your legs bend the wrong way....
One more point to add that I thought would be the main one - pelvic tilt position / posture. A tight belt helps to determine what's each person's unique position, as the taller you are, the harder it gets to find a comfy position without damaging your lower back
I noticed the hamstrings weren't mentioned. I'd say squats work out quads very good with only a slight use of hamstrings. The leg press works both sides of the thigh more evenly. Although I feel more quad use with leg press, my hamstrings have definitely been sore. Especially this last time...after I realized I wasn't going low enough.
I always do leg press on leg day. Currently 18, with almost perfect form, getting close to doing 10 plates (currently on 9) on each side. I need to control the negative a bit more for better gains, but I believe I'm doing well for my age lol
make sure that your foot positioning allows for full force transduction through your heels, if your ankle mobility limits you from a lower foot position, go higher up on the pad. your heels should never lift from the pad
I’ve been doing 1/2 ROM for quite some time, just asked a trainer and said almost the same things, go as low as possible, it makes your quads go way bigger. I can do 210 kg for 8 reps with 1/2 ROM but only around 130 ish kg for 12 with full ROM, felt that 130 more than those 210s, not just because of those 4 reps. Both are fine to do, just know that full ROM is better for growth
going down deep enough is the hardest part for me since i have short legs and a long torso. basically my stomach prevents me from bringing my thighs to my chest without my lower back hurting or coming off the pad
There’s some guy at my gym who literally uses every 45 plate in the house barely moves the machine. I can’t stand him
Don't speak bad about el campion. Hes a legend
Some Guy Did 897Lbs When I Was At The Gym One Time
Honestly...it should be kind of socially okay to say "hey man, you are hoarding all the plates and there is really no need to".
I am not suggesting you do this. I know many people will flip out and consider you nosy...but it should be okay 😂
Lol I use so many plates but I actually do go completely down into a full squat. I don't do many reps though so maybe I could do less weight but more reps?
I have a similar guy and makes very loud noises with every rep.
Nobody can convince me to lock out my knees after watching that one video
It is not safe to lock out the knees. These guys are spreading a dangerous desinformation
There’s more than one video out there of legs breaking from lockout.
you should watch rennaisance polarization. he explains why it is good/bad to do it a certain way.
@@Know-nx5yolmao polarization
Don't lockout and hold or snap into a lockout like you would do for a leg extension. Gently make your knees as straigjt as possible without pushing in one go to the top.
Also, don't go so deep that your ass rises up and starts starts rotating your back
Very good that you’re sharing this. Definitely try to avoid this. I messed up an raised my back which got me injured for two weeks.
Deeper the better just isn't good advice imo, this should not be ignored
It's actually BETTER to let your ass rise up
@@cristian9365genuinely curious to why? In my case I went way too deep, my ass lifted up and messed up my lower back pretty bad for a few weeks, have not been on the leg press since…
@@cristian9365no way your spine will get injured
Love these tips! I used to think squatting and leg presses weren't for me because of knee pain. Once I started working on my form and not ego lifting, my ankle mobility has improved so much. Having sore quads and ass cheeks for the next 2-3 days after my workout is so awesome!
Lmao this comment is hilarious w your pfp
My ankle mobility has always been so ass that it puts me off when it comes to leg workouts, and I can’t seem to improve it..
I literally cannot go to a 90 degree squat even without any weights, meaning I’ll always need something under my heels. But at the same time having some plates under the heels feels so unstable when you have a load of weight on your shoulders.
Do you have any good advice on increasing the ankle mobility effectively, other than just performing the moves which might increase it slowly over time?
I would like to know the same thing as the other commenter. How did you increase ankle mobility? I was told to do single leg leg press. I need to improve my strength and balance and mobility of my ankles for my salsa dancing technique.
@@monimtenga7412weightlifting shoes. They have been a significant game changer for me. Don't expect anything drastically different, but they def help
Had anyone else felt MORE pain doing correct form or is it just me 😭 my knees never used to crack going up the stairs but now that I actually do exercises properly they hurt and crack all the time
"The deeper, the better" life changing advice
Finally someone who said what I was thinking
Dayum 🥵 😂😂😂
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Stolen comment bud
@@Gabsss0910 "stolen comment blud"🤡🤓
"The deeper, the better" yeh that's what she said..
Target glutes. Target acquired. Go deep.
this comment is soo deeper 😂
And lengthened partials at bottom to end the set
If I said that 6 years ago I would be proud. Now I would be really embarrassed I said that
Yeh, no woman has ever said that. You just outed yourself as a virgin.
Ah yes, there are people in my gym loading more than 500 lbs on the leg press machine, then press it with their arms pushing their knees into the machine with a 1/16 ROM.
Edit: for those who said 500 lbs is light weight, I'm just using this number for the average population, that's why I put it as "more than 500 lbs". The math is 500+ lbs with ∞ upper limit depending on what you interpret as heavy weight.
guy at my old gym does 1/16 rom with really low weights but tons of reps while he plays on his phone. I think he thinks it's some sort of end-of-workout cardio/knee conditioning exercise or sth.
Struggling that much on 500 lbs? Huh?
@@bigweeweehaverShow us your leg press, bud.
I’ve seen this on hack squats but with the weight I used. I‘m a beginner 💀
The guy did those „reps“ not even close to any sign of exhaustion or failure, then went to flex his arms in the mirror 💀
@@GustavRexwhat a stupid argument you have. next time bring something else to the table than "b-but what about yours!!" next time go be a MasterChef before u even think about not liking a dish in a restaurant lol
Jeff, I really appreciate how granular you go into your instructions. Sometimes there just isn't enough info out there, and I'm glad I can check my work with you.
Been watching you for over a year now, Ive learnt so much. I have even lost 32 kg thanks for all the advice
pro job, keep up the progress ))))
I can finally say, that I'm proud to check all the boxes while figuring this exercise by myself. Thanks Jeff for the morning validation! Made my day.
I've been utilizing the leg press machine a lot more, and I've noticed a drastic difference in quad growth and glute strength. I deal with POTS, so I really need to focus on strengthening my legs to keep me from passing out when my heart rate gets up there, and slow controlled reps on this machine has proven to work wonders. I do 6 plates on each side, do 10 slow reps, remove a plate from each side, do 10 more reps, and continue removing till I'm down to 1 plate on each side. At that point, I push till failure, then lay on the machine for a minute so I don't puke lol.
What is POTS?
@@MrDreamer121 Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
@@MrDreamer121ken carson song
I don’t have POTS or even know what that is but I do about 1/100 of this weight and also want to puke 😂
@@MrDreamer121basically when you stand up your heart goes extremely fast and you get dizzy or pass out
Leg press checklist:
1. Set up the bench
okay that plate spin into the banging with the dust particles was pretty cool
i can't finish the rest of the shorts because i keep replaying this part
DAMN BOY HE THHIIICCC
Enormous gluteus maximus
Thats a Thicc ass boy, boy!
Gay
Thick af boyyy
@@-littlekidlover-you have no right to speak
Exactly what I do and I've noticed a ton of growth. I don't completely lock out. I go all the way down, not just a foot of movement. I'm at 800lbs. Most people say leg press isn't beneficial, but I just think it's because they don't do it correctly.
I started going to the gym half a year ago and never consciously used the handles. After seeing this I focused on them today and it felt easier to move the weights! I tried it with leg curls and extensions as well and it worked as well (just not es good because my arms are shorter than my upper body??). I love your videos but I can't really apply most of the stuff because I just do basic exercises, but this was really helpful, so thank you sm! :)
i used to slap 700 on the machine when i was bulking and sam sulek style throw the weight around with maybe a 90° knee depth at best. i’ve recently realized my hips are tight, and after 2 weeks of hip mobility training, i can easily do 550 for 10+ reps controlled.
pro tip: think of it as an ass to grass squat, but with the floor pushing up instead of the bar pushing you down. helped me a ton
Thank you… i actually hurt my back on the leg press maybe 1 year ago. Too much weight too quick and not holding onto handles. I’ve been afraid of using it since but wanting to. Going to keep these techniques in mind when i do ❤
Jeff bringing the whole bakery with that 🎂 😍
Wow, this is why I love Jeff’s videos. Been avoiding the leg press at my new gym because the range of motion is a bit limited on it. Never thought to use a cushion on my back!
I have hypermobile joints so locking out is a nightmare 💀
Same bro😭
Go safe bros ☠️
You need a spotter then…
Just keep the slight bend he mentioned, and don't snap your legs into lockout. Be explosive, but in a controlled manner.
I swear, if I lockout, my knees can accidentally hyper extend and it feels like it's going to snap. So even if locking out is safe I try not to do it as I'm at risk of hyperextending often 😭
I did leg press for the first time one month back, as the weight came down my hips went up and I pushed tbe weight up with a raised/elevated hip that stained my back and it took me 3 weeks to recover.
Did leg press today at a much higher weight and did it perfectly ensuring the back stays glued on the seat and the hard grip on the handle, but I avoid going beyond the right angle as that tends to push my hips forward. I keep it in such a way that my calf and quads are at right angle to each other.
I love the concise and easily digestible information presented in your videos that is useful for everyone from beginners who just set foot in a gym for the first time to advanced who need a reminder not to ego lift.
Advanced lifters are not beholden to arbitrary ROM standards that beginners made up to feel good about there lack of progress.
Post your physique@@Verbux
@@maculikurkin4544glowie
@@maculikurkin4544 How much do you curl
Ďakujeme.
Ur channel never disappoints, good job!
Excellent clear advice, thanks Jeff! I always enjoy the leg press and this will make it even better.
Unfortunately we only have horizontal leg press at my gym 😢
😭
that should be a crime, there is a gym like that where i live, and it is like a third the price of the one i go to (while also being 4 minutes walking distance), but no proper leg press, no money from me
@@bigdaddy69420 Mine costs 60 BAM, which is around $35 (students price) It's considered relatively expensive, especially given the average wages here in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
@@predatorfitnessyt i think mine is 300 DKK, which is like 45-50 dollars maybe, its pretty good actually. hope your gym is filled with good machines and such
You think that's bad? My gym only has a *vertical* leg press.
Thank you so much Jeff. I love it! The simplicity you put in these videos.
Jeff what about the angle of the back support if the machine can be adjusted?
Whatever let's you get the deepest stretch
Bro how can you overthink something that much to ask that?
@@julianpermuy8191it matters to some people
@@julianpermuy8191 I don’t think it’s overthinking, just wanted to make sure I’m using the leg press as efficiently as possible. I also think this machine could be the worst one to misuse at the gym.
Honestly the best thing to do is just try different positionings and see what feels the best for you. Pay attention to any discomfort or pain that you feel before, during, and after the lift, and don't lift too heavy when testing them out.
Some positions will better target certain areas than others so depending on your goals it might even be worth it to you to change positions between sets or days.
your videos are all very helpful for someone who just started like me ❤
I bought a leg press for my home gym, 600 on Amazon. Best money I have ever spent. Keep in mind though weights are 1.10 a lb... So another 400 plus in 45s.. but still 1k and the best machine ever. The brand is Syedee, I also bought the leg extension machine for another 300 and it makes such a difference having at home. I now do legs 3 times a week
The first time I did leg presses I've NEVER seen anyone else do the leg presses. I just went in and try it. I didnt bother to check whether I was doing it correctly. This gives me more confidence as I now know I've been doing it right the whole time. Thank you!
He added a booster seat…him just a widdle guy
Move the backrest as far down as possible as well. Makes a bigger difference than anything he mentioned.
“People get confused by 5.”
“5. Lockout.”
Then says he doesn’t lock out.
... said it to make viewers watch till the end.
See? You got confused by it. He was right. 🤷♂️
@@iamasquidinspace lol very true
He knows what happens when you lock out. Look for lockout accident clips on TH-cam. It's not pretty.
Super helpful. I’m new to going to the gym and this type of short really helps out. Small, bitesized nugget of knowledge
Nice, I've been doing it wrong all my life
Great video, thank you! 💪🏻🙏🏻
Yeah there's no way I'd trust my knees or anyone else's to fully lock out and not buckle and snap inwards. AFAIK there's really no benefit to locking them and there's at least some amount of increased risk, some more than others. Just not worth it IMO.
The sound effect is TOP🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
never knew about the do as deep as you can thing. very helpful!
I like you dude. Your good! 👍
The best videos that are really really educative. Man i love your content. Your an excellent trainer. And your well versed in it. Thats a beautiful blessing from god. Always remember to thank him no matter what.
And keep spreading it rather than monopolizing or keeping it for your self. Remmber that the charity of knowledge is spreading it. 🙂
Did not know the glutes vs quads part. Thanks for the tip!
Thanks for the reminders!
Thanks a lot bro for the tips, really helpful ❤❤
This is super helpful. Thank you!
I’m not even capping - I had slight discomfort in my left knee - following these tips I can do even more weight with no pain - follow these tips guys - stay safe
Ahh, this machine is something I miss with my home setup. The deep stretch is so good. Not even for the lift, just the stretch itself.
Doing leg presses now and I appreciate this short
Huh, I’ve never learned from anyone, but it turns out that I’ve been doing it correctly all along.
Great tip about the extra pad if bottoming out, thank you!
I’m glad I watched this. I had the foot position thing backwards, as far as targeting glutes or quads.
This was so helpful
My PT has me doing tempo on this machine. Had to really reduce my weights. It really makes a difference when going slower.
I used to do 3 sets of 12 12 12 reps .. meaning 12 reps in all stances so don’t insinuate that I had too many plates 🙂🙂 y’all didn’t ban me for no reason and the reason was because of athletic performance i surprised a lot of people that never believed in me and that’s not my problem 🤷🏾♀️🤷🏾♀️ you guys are 2 BABYDADDIES too late 🎯🎯being a good mother isn’t a crime and working out is not a crime 🇺🇸🇺🇸 god bless America
Why is his voice so soothing
I like these kinds of videos.
They're neat!
So I am doing workout since 1.5 months. I am doing everything that you showed. What is the best way to increase weight? I am 19 years old. Also recommendation on increasing weight in basically all exercises?
Can you please continue your series of best exercise tier list for every muscle
I love your yt shorts
Awesome advice 💪
A friend of mine suggested i did lateral raises behind the back to help with shoulder pain and tension in my front delts. Is is beneficial or do you think there might be a better exercise? I love all the science based facts, and you are BIG! Thanks!
I’ve found the same to help me. If it works, it works.
My favorite gym equipment, hopefully I can buy one for myself since I no longer stay close to a gym.
Would love to hear about the back pad adjustment.
I need this mans beard routine!
I’m of to the gym tomorrow and I’ll try implementing these steps.
Super informative content bro. Keep up the good work
The safety catch always hits before I can go to max depth. The pad trick would be dope... if my gym had one.
I have a nice home gym so I had never worked out in a commercial one til a few weeks ago. I cannot believe the utter nonsense I have seen with the leg press. 😂😂😂😂 I may put less weight on, but you better believe I'm applying all of these tips every time. The leg press has developed my legs so much over the last year. Full ROM 🎉
Pull up on handle is new and cool!
Hi ,I'm a student and don't have much time to workout at the gym .I never worked out seriously before. Can you make a home full body workout video for teens based on science to at least stay fit? Thanks.
Do you use the tip of your feet or the back of your feet when pushing. I believe both are good depending on if you want quads or glutes
Nice. I usually don't go down that low as I'm afraid if I gas out I can't push back up 😊
What is your opinion on the tire flips or anything to do with tires? Thanks.
That plate spin was clean
For once I have a perfect exercise, that's really comforting to hear ^^.
What's the difference between this machine and the seated leg press?
I didnt know the glute quad foot position. Haha. Now i need to try the glute position
The safeties get in the way for me and the tip to put a pad behind my back is so simple but I never thought of it 😭
Width actually matters, choosing a comfortable width that doesn’t restrict the leg movement is better.
Did you hear what he said
@@Brain-washed2I know right. Always a Karen that doesn’t listen
Keep it up!
IT IS ABSOLUTELY NOT SAFE TO LOCK KNEES !!!! it is recommended to always leave the knees bent otherwise with any weight you could end up with your legs bend the wrong way....
Thank you!
Does the same apply to horizontal machine?
I send many of your videos to myself on whatsapp so I can do the exercise at gym. Always great material
Nice tips my guy 🎉
Finally he said it!!! I've been doing #5 for so long
One more point to add that I thought would be the main one - pelvic tilt position / posture. A tight belt helps to determine what's each person's unique position, as the taller you are, the harder it gets to find a comfy position without damaging your lower back
What are the shoes Jeff is wearing?
I noticed the hamstrings weren't mentioned. I'd say squats work out quads very good with only a slight use of hamstrings. The leg press works both sides of the thigh more evenly. Although I feel more quad use with leg press, my hamstrings have definitely been sore. Especially this last time...after I realized I wasn't going low enough.
I always do leg press on leg day. Currently 18, with almost perfect form, getting close to doing 10 plates (currently on 9) on each side. I need to control the negative a bit more for better gains, but I believe I'm doing well for my age lol
are there different tips for if you are using a horizontal leg press instead of an incline one?
Question for all. Lower back issues, would you just give these a miss?
I'm unable to leg press because my rib cage is extremely flared out. Even with wide stance. Can you help me with this? Or am I just screwed?😊
What camera you use?
make sure that your foot positioning allows for full force transduction through your heels, if your ankle mobility limits you from a lower foot position, go higher up on the pad. your heels should never lift from the pad
Mentzer had a very different approach about point 4
The blood circulation is hydraulic which leads to a loose grip being better for the system
Mentzer was wrong about a lot of things unfortunately. He was right a lot too but he was wrong on this one.
@@iamthemobey show me some data that I can look into
I’ve been doing 1/2 ROM for quite some time, just asked a trainer and said almost the same things, go as low as possible, it makes your quads go way bigger. I can do 210 kg for 8 reps with 1/2 ROM but only around 130 ish kg for 12 with full ROM, felt that 130 more than those 210s, not just because of those 4 reps. Both are fine to do, just know that full ROM is better for growth
going down deep enough is the hardest part for me since i have short legs and a long torso. basically my stomach prevents me from bringing my thighs to my chest without my lower back hurting or coming off the pad