Today, we're going to sit down (literally, on the machine) and break down everything you need to know about the leg press. It's a fantastic tool for building lower body strength, and when used ...

Alternatives to leg presses include using resistance bands to replace the weight of a leg press machine, squats, lunges, and broad jumps. Whether you’re using your legs to run a marathon or to get the ...

Bodyweight exercises may be all the rage these days, but if you’re in the mood to test your strength at the gym, machines are still a great option. You just need to know how to use them safely, and ...

Besides clocking a few miles here and there on the treadmill, the gym may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about reaching your PR. But it does, in fact, offer some unique ...

Leg presses and squats both work your quads, hamstrings, and glutes. But squats also work other parts of the body. It’s leg day and you want to work your quadriceps, the large muscles at the front of ...

When it comes to gym machines, the leg press is a solid choice for isolating your lower body. As a compound exercise that hits multiple lower-body muscle groups at once, it's also a great way to work ...

You’ve probably heard it a million times: “Nothing beats squats for leg day!” But what if I told you there might actually be a better option for toning those legs? As a certified personal trainer, ...

The leg press is likely one of the most popular classic training machines. However, it’s often observed that only the same exercise is performed on it. But the leg press machine can do much more!