Maxed out the Leg Press!!! LETS GOOOO!!!

2025/1/14 Edited to

... Read moreLeg press exercises are a fundamental aspect of leg training and are key to building strength and muscle in the lower body. Not only do they engage the quadriceps, but they also target the hamstrings and glutes effectively. When training for maximum repetitions or weights, it's important to focus on form to prevent injuries. Incorporating high-rep sets, like 3 sets of 12, can help improve muscular endurance and how well your muscles perform over time. As you're ramping up for a workout that goes to failure, consider supplementation, such as protein to aid muscle recovery and growth. Additionally, rest days are essential; they give your muscles time to repair and grow stronger. Tracking your progress, like you’re doing, is vital for staying motivated and seeing how far you've come. Share your leg press journey with the community to inspire others and exchange tips on achieving fitness goals.

Related posts

A collage of four images demonstrating different foot placements on a leg press machine, illustrating why foot position matters for targeting various muscle groups.
A top-down view of feet in a narrow stance on a leg press machine, with text indicating that this position isolates the quads.
A top-down view of feet in a wide stance on a leg press machine, with text explaining it targets quads but activates glutes and hamstrings more.
FOOT PLACEMENT LEG PRESS
Why is foot placement on leg press so important? Well this is because different foot placements are going to target different muscles more than other placements. So if you want to target quads you should be placing feet different than if you were wanting to target glutes on the leg press ⬇️
Peyton Fallis

Peyton Fallis

1794 likes

A person's leg is on a leg press machine, with the weight stack selector pin set to the maximum weight. A black tumbler is in a cup holder on the machine, reflecting the user's achievement of maxing out the equipment.
maxed out the machine
now what? guess it's on to lifting cars #exercise #weightlifting
Erik Hanson Art

Erik Hanson Art

8 likes

#pressplay▶️ : From WAP to WTF. #CardiB just went full savage mode after discovering thieves racked up a shocking $60,000 on her credit card in one wild spending spree. The Bronx rapper exploded on social media, screaming that she has clear pictures of the culprits and warning them they'r
Press Play Media Company

Press Play Media Company

48 likes

Lets build- a-dump truck .. PLANET FITNESS EDITION
Beginner friendly🫂… Remeber there’s no race during your workout, take your time & be patient with yourself 🫶🏾. Workout deats 💜 Step ups - 4x10 each leg Hip Thrust - 4x12,10,8,3 (each set go up n on weight) Sumo Squats into RDLs - 3x10 Sideways Leg Press - 4x10 each leg Rdls- 3x10 Si
VK FIT ᢉ𐭩

VK FIT ᢉ𐭩

15.4K likes

LEG PRESS PLACEMENT
tips on muscle emphasis 😌 which one is your favorite? #legworkout #fitnesstip #gymideas #workouttips
fithazelb

fithazelb

2620 likes

My fav leg press tips🌸
Dis you know you can target different muscles on your leg press depending on your foot placement? Follow this guide 💖 #gym #gymmotivation
Joelle🫶

Joelle🫶

20.8K likes

A first-person view of legs on a leg press machine, illustrating the title "HOW TO USE LEG PRESS" with peach emojis, setting the stage for different leg press techniques.
A first-person view of feet placed high on a leg press platform, demonstrating the "HIGH FEET" position to target "UPPER GLUTES AND HAMMIES" for muscle engagement.
A first-person view of feet placed low on a leg press platform, illustrating the "LOW FEET" position to target "OVERALL QUADS" for comprehensive leg muscle development.
HOW TO USE LEG PRESS 🍑🍑🍑
the leg press can be very good to grow different types of legs muscles! Make sure that you don’t lock your legs when you are using the leg press! These workouts really allow you to feel different parts of your leg muscles while working out! #legpress #legworkout #glutegains #lemon8fi
Morgan 🦈👙🪼

Morgan 🦈👙🪼

5282 likes

Kneeling leg curls, DB RDLs and leg press.
Kneeling leg curls, DB RDLs and leg press for real lower body growth. #LegDay #Hamstrings #RDL #LegPress #GymReels
iam.juniorke

iam.juniorke

10 likes

Leg press foot placement & what they 🎯
💖 Basic Stance: Place your feet shoulder-width apart. This neutral stance activates the entire leg, providing a balanced workout that targets your quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. It's a great starting position for overall leg strength and stability. 💖 Wide Stance: Position your feet w
Go4Jac

Go4Jac

347 likes

Leg Press for Glute Growth🔥🍑
Stop targeting your quads on the leg press👎🏽 when you want to grow your glutes! 1️⃣ Place your feet higher on the platform to target those glutes. 2️⃣ Push through your heels, not your toes, for better activation. 3️⃣ Lower the weight with control & go deep (while staying safe)! 4️⃣ Don’t
Lillid4fit

Lillid4fit

156 likes

Single-legged leg press.
#legworkout #legpress #legpressworkout #gymworkouts
willdabeast237

willdabeast237

10 likes

seated leg press with 215p and 235p and 255p 275p
Michaeltroxellcool7

Michaeltroxellcool7

0 likes

Optimizing your leg press gains ✨
DO IT DON’T DO IT Unlock the strength within! Don’t underestimate the importance of a targeted hip warm-up before your leg workout Activate those hips, enhance mobility, and set the foundation for a powerful leg session .. #legsworkout #optimizeyourfitness #fitnesstips
Lily Rose🏋️‍♀️

Lily Rose🏋️‍♀️

3480 likes

Gym leg press
Leg day.. yeah buddyyyy !!! #legdayvibes #nopainnogain #ifbbpro #ronniecoleman #jaycutler
LaGrasa Tv

LaGrasa Tv

2 likes

Carolyne Marquez- Cursty style leg press for 🍑
Carolyne Marquez- Cursty style leg press for the bunda and hamstrings
Carolynefit Muscle Goddess

Carolynefit Muscle Goddess

44 likes

Maxed out
Mickey is 💯 maxed out and supercharged! #gamergirl #disneyspeedstorm #gameplay #mickeymouse
Lara

Lara

0 likes

HOW TO USE THE LEG PRESS🍑🍑
the leg press is a great compound exercise that can target all part of your leg muscles! i incorporate the leg press at least once a week in my workout routine. to target the different leg muscles like the quads, hamstrings, and glutes you need to know the difference foot placements! these ar
madifore

madifore

926 likes

LEG PRESS 101
💡how to use the leg press machine to effectively target specific muscles in your lower body!! let's recap it: 🍑LEG PRESS EDITION • high stance: targets your glutes and hamstrings • low stance: targets your quads • narrow stance: targets your outter thighs • wide stance: targets your inn
dayna maier

dayna maier

43 likes

Session 25: Glutes/Legs | Band/Weights
25 min timed interval workouts are my go to when I want my ass kicked. The “light work” maximizes your reps, burns your targeted muscles and jacks up your heart rate. These type of workouts shock the system at the end of the week when you’ve maxed out on your heavy lifts. Honestly, it like I ran sp
britt | workouts

britt | workouts

3 likes

Come Work out with me
#calisthenics #work out 💪 #workout 🏋️ #bodytransformation #gym
maxedoutthenics

maxedoutthenics

0 likes

A woman in a gym takes a mirror selfie, holding a phone, with a pink gym bag on the floor. An overlay shows a search bar with "chest + tris (and the leg press)".
A woman in a gym takes a mirror selfie from a side angle, wearing a black t-shirt and grey shorts, showcasing her physique.
A woman in a gym takes a mirror selfie, flexing her biceps, wearing a black t-shirt and grey shorts.
chest + tris (and the leg press 😅)
Chest/Tricep workout routine (I traded the incline press because I wanted to work my leg muscles since I’ll be taking a few days off) App: Boostcamp #workout 🏋️ #gymtime💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 #gymtips
heavyweighthannah

heavyweighthannah

57 likes

B-stance Seated Leg Press 🦵🏽🔥✨️
My quads fighting for their lives 🔥 #QuadDay #GymGirlEnergy #LegDayFeels #FitnessVibes #StrongLooksGood
Shanél 💕

Shanél 💕

40 likes

Finally maxed out town hall 17
#coc #gettoknowme
Wayward

Wayward

1 like

A person is shown performing leg presses on a machine in a gym. The image has text overlays that read "2 LEG PRESS FOOT PLACEMENTS," indicating the topic of the post.
A close-up view shows feet placed high and shoulder-width apart on a leg press platform. Text indicates this is a "Glute Focused" placement, with feet positioned towards the top and shoulder width apart.
A close-up view shows feet placed low and close together on a leg press platform. Text indicates this is a "Quad Focused" placement, with feet positioned at the bottom and close together.
2 Leg press foot placements!
When it comes to leg press, you can place your feet differently to help focus more on either your glutes or quads! For more of a glute focus, you’re going to place your legs shoulder width apart and further up on the platform. When performing your reps, make sure to push through your heels and go
Alexa Gonzalez

Alexa Gonzalez

33 likes

Maxed out 🥵 #gymtherapy #legday #texas #gymtok
tamaraa🧁✨

tamaraa🧁✨

0 likes

• The Ultimate Blacked-Out Overland Pickup: Built for Adventure, Ready to Roam
This isn't just a truck—it's a fully loaded, go-anywhere adventure machine built for the wildest off-road expeditions. Every inch of this beast screams hardcore overlanding: • Full blacked-out build: Matte black body, rugged all-terrain tires, and aggressive off-road wheels for that iconi
ANTISIAUTO

ANTISIAUTO

0 likes

Single leg side leg press for that glute growth.
Have you tried doing this for glute gain? It’s beneficial to do isometric exercises to train your muscles evenly #glutesworkout #fitness #womensfitness #lift #gym
Ms.chel Gym and Lifestyle

Ms.chel Gym and Lifestyle

4 likes

This hack press trick changes EVERYTHING 😳
Adding a yoga block between your knees improves knee alignment and increases inner quad activation (VMO), while the resistance band creates accommodating resistance, making the movement smoother and keeping tension on the quads throughout. Try this setup for better stability and muscle engagement o
Zara_Sanchi

Zara_Sanchi

47 likes

Saturday Grind 💪🏾✨ Legs. Abs. Treadmill. Sweat. Focus. Today’s session? A beast. • Leg Press maxed out at 280 lbs • Seated Leg Curls fired up the hammies • Single-Leg Extensions dialed in control & form • Ab Crunch Machine turned core to 🔥 • Treadmill: 0.49 mi / 10 mins / HR 144 bpm
Sir

Sir

4 likes

Leg extension press with 120p and 135p and 150p
Michaeltroxellcool7

Michaeltroxellcool7

3 likes

Shy girl leg day at Planet Fitness 💪🏻👏🏻
1. Leg Press – 3 sets of 12–15 reps A great way to start your leg workout! It lets you control the weight and movement, so you can focus on building strength without feeling overwhelmed. 👏🏻 2. Hamstring Curls – 3 sets of 12–15 reps This machine isolates your hamstrings, helping improve balance
killitwithkenz

killitwithkenz

49 likes

A woman demonstrates leg press foot placements, with text asking 'What's the difference?'. She is seated on a leg press machine, ready to exercise, with her feet on the platform.
A woman demonstrates a high foot placement on a leg press, targeting glutes. Text advises placing weight on heels for better glute activation, with visual cues highlighting the high foot position.
A woman demonstrates a low foot placement on a leg press, targeting quads. Text explains this challenging exercise for quads, with feet shoulder-width apart at the bottom of the platform.
TRY THESE FOOT PLACEMENTS FOR LEG PRESS ✨
Ladies, if you’ve ever done the leg press at the gym and wonder how to place your feet I’ve got you covered. HIGH STANCE: When you place your feet in a high stance, you are targeting more of your glutes. A big tip to target glutes is to put the weight on your heel as you are doing the exercise.
Zazel Rosado

Zazel Rosado

42 likes

Stop worrying about being judged and go for it.
#motivation #fitness #gym #gymjourney #calisthenics
maxedoutthenics

maxedoutthenics

0 likes

Maxed out 🥵 #gymtherapy #legday #texas #gymtok
tamaraa🧁✨

tamaraa🧁✨

0 likes

Legpress machine
bigdon

bigdon

0 likes

Leg press🔥
#legworkout #legslegslegs #bodytransformation #healthylifestyle2024 #unfiltered 👍Pros :
olmo655

olmo655

1 like

A woman in pink workout attire demonstrates glute-focused leg press tips on a machine. The image highlights the title "Glute Focused Leg Press Tips" with decorative hearts.
A woman on a leg press machine illustrates proper foot placement: feet shoulder-width apart, pointed slightly out, and positioned at the top of the platform. Her back is pressed against the seat to prevent injury.
A woman on a leg press machine demonstrates technique for glute activation: pushing through heels, using a full range of motion for a good stretch, and performing slow, controlled reps.
Glute Focused Leg Press Tips
With the leg press machine, you can target your quads, glutes, or hamstrings. However I’m a girly that loves to grow her glutes more than anything, so here’s a couple tips for my girls wanting to target their glutes with the leg press! 1. Position your feet at the top do the platform 2. Point
Alexa Gonzalez

Alexa Gonzalez

117 likes

A woman in athletic wear is seated on a leg press machine, adjusting the foot platform. The image is titled 'LEG PRESS CHEAT SHEET' and includes the brand 'CYBEX' and 'Lemon8 @adventuringwithhannah'.
This image illustrates a 'QUAD FOCUSED' leg press. It shows feet placed low on the platform and a side view where the knees pass over the toes, indicating a quad-dominant position.
This image demonstrates a 'GLUTE FOCUSED' leg press. It shows feet placed mid-platform and a side view where knees stay over ankles, forming a 90-degree angle at the lowest point.
Leg press CHEAT SHEET -how to target Glutes/Quads+
Where you put your feet during a leg press will determine if you’re using more Quads, Glutes or Hamstrings so if you dont know the difference you’ll get a lot out of this! Here are the visuals on what each one look like. Remember to get as low in the leg press as feels comfortable to you to
Hannah Hooker

Hannah Hooker

199 likes

MEET THE DUAL ROC IT LEG PRESS MACHINE..
Start your journey strong this New Year! 💪 My “Ultimate Body Mastery Bundle” (workouts + recipes) is available at 40% off. Take the first step towards your dream body today! 🥰🫣🔗. #gymgirl #women #womenselfcare #selfcare #workout
Mikelle💥

Mikelle💥

32 likes

ALMOST MAXED OUT HIP ABDUCTIONS
#legday #glutesgrowth #gymmotivation
Ghanaian Gym Girl 🇬🇭

Ghanaian Gym Girl 🇬🇭

1 like

Leg press foot placement & what they 🎯
Leg press = LEG DAY GOLD 🔥🏋🏾‍♀️ But did you know your foot placement changes which muscles get the most love? Let’s break it down: 👣 High Foot Placement = More glute & hamstring activation 🍑 👣 Low Foot Placement = More focus on the quads 🔥 👣 Wide Stance = Targets the inner thighs (adductor
Andie Rivera

Andie Rivera

17 likes

Leg day results!
I just maxed out my weight for all six leg exercise and three sets of 8 to 10 for each! I feel like im starting to get a booty. im doing cardio then fueling up on protein. hard work is paying off! #legs #legday #FFitness #fit #fashion
Mara Lifts

Mara Lifts

1 like

Leg Press Foot Placement 🔥
Where you place your feet on the leg press changes EVERYTHING: 👣 High = Hamstrings & Glutes 🍑 👣 Low = Quads on fire 🔥 👣 Wide = Outer glutes 🍑 👣 Close = Inner thighs Stop just pushing weight—start training with intention. 🧠💪 #LegDayTips #GluteGrowth #LegPressGuide #GymGirlies
BriJae 🔆

BriJae 🔆

19 likes

7 Key Benefits Of Leg Press
Key Benefits Of The Leg Press ⭐ 1. Strengthens the Entire Lower Body Targets your quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves, helping build strong and toned legs. ⭐ 2. Easier on the Lower Back Because you’re supported by the machine, it puts less stress on your spine compared with barbell s
Angel Browne

Angel Browne

1 like

See more