Quadriceps · Squat
Machine Leg Extension
Quadriceps
Primary areaQuadriceps
PatternSquat
DifficultyBeginner
TrackingRepetitions
SETUP
Equipment and muscle focus
- Equipment
- Selectorized strength machine
- Primary
- Quadriceps
- Laterality
- Both sides
- Load tracking
- External load
- Editorial status
- Reviewed base movement
MOVEMENT GUIDE
How to perform it
Coaching cues
- Align the machine pivot with your knee.
- Lift smoothly without kicking.
- Lower for two controlled seconds.
LIBRARY CONNECTIONS
Where this exercise appears
5 sessions · 3 programs · 0 circuits
Gym Lower Builder45–55 min · All levelsMen’s Strength: Machine Support40–55 min · All levelsMen’s Strength: Upper Drive40–55 min · All levelsWomen’s Lower: Foundation35–50 min · All levelsGym Strength: 4 Weeks4 weeks · 3 days per weekWomen’s Confidence Build: 4 Weeks4 weeks · 3 days per weekWomen’s Lower: Tempo Day35–50 min · All levelsMen’s Strength Base: 4 Weeks4 weeks · 3 days per week