One-Leg Seated Leg Press
Learn how to do One-Leg Seated Leg Press with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
One-Leg Seated Leg Press is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the Quadriceps, with secondary activation of the Glutes, Hamstrings. It has a MET value of 5.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 193 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do One-Leg Seated Leg Press
1 - Set up properly on the leg press, back against the pad with your foot in the center of the platform.
2 - Grab the handles and release the safety lock.
3 - Push the platform until it reaches the top position with your leg slightly bent (careful not to fully lock your knee!).
Nice, you're in the starting position 👌
4 - Bend your leg and lower as far as you can while controlling the descent. Your back must stay flat against the machine. Breathe in.
5 - Return to the starting position while breathing out and squeezing your quads.
Feel free to rewatch the video to fully understand the movement.
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Equipment
No equipment required
Calories Burned Doing One-Leg Seated Leg Press
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MET 5.5Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: One-Leg Seated Leg Press
- Type
- Bodyweight exercise
- Primary muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary muscles
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- MET value
- 5.5
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 193 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: One-Leg Seated Leg Press
What muscles does One-Leg Seated Leg Press work?
One-Leg Seated Leg Press primarily targets the Quadriceps, with secondary engagement of the Glutes, Hamstrings.
How do you do One-Leg Seated Leg Press correctly?
How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Set up properly on the leg press, back against the pad with your foot in the center of the platform. 2 - Gr
Is One-Leg Seated Leg Press good for beginners?
One-Leg Seated Leg Press has a MET value of 5.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for One-Leg Seated Leg Press?
One-Leg Seated Leg Press requires no equipment.
What are the benefits of One-Leg Seated Leg Press?
One-Leg Seated Leg Press strengthens the Quadriceps, engages the Glutes and Hamstrings, requires no equipment.
What exercises are similar to One-Leg Seated Leg Press?
Similar exercises to One-Leg Seated Leg Press include Alternating Single-Arm Dumbbell Thruster, Barbell Alternating Lunges, Barbell Bulgarian Split Squat, Barbell Front Squat.
Is One-Leg Seated Leg Press better than Alternating Single-Arm Dumbbell Thruster?
Both One-Leg Seated Leg Press and Alternating Single-Arm Dumbbell Thruster target the Quadriceps. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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