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Incline 45 Degree Leg Press Machine
The Incline 45 Degree Leg Press Machine is a leg press machine exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes and hamstrings assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.

- Target muscles
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Leg press machine
- Body part
- Upper legs
Step by step
- Sit on the 45-degree leg press machine with feet shoulder-width apart on the platform.
- Engage your core and release the safety handles.
- Lower the platform by bending your knees until thighs are parallel to the footplate.
- Push through your heels to extend your legs back to the starting position.
- Keep your back flat against the seat and maintain controlled movement.
- Maintain steady breathing throughout the exercise.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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