Quad Extensions (Machine)

Muscles Worked

Primary

Quadriceps

Quick Cues

1

Extend your knees fully

2

Squeeze quads at the top

3

Control the descent

4

Adjust pad to your shins

Equipment Needed

Leg Extension Machine

Common Mistakes

Using momentum to kick the weight up

Not adjusting the pad position correctly

Locking out the knee too aggressively

Pro Tips

Same as leg extension but commonly referred to as the quad-specific machine

Adjust the back pad for comfort and full range of motion

Point your toes slightly inward or outward to shift emphasis

Your Progress

Variations

Leg Extension

Sissy Squat

Front Squat