45 degree single leg leg press

To engage in one-sided training on the 45-degree leg press, take a regular seat on the cushion. Your back should be close to the backrest, which is often individually adjustable. Direct your gaze slightly upward, ensuring your head serves as a natural extension of the spine. Grip both handles on the sides to enhance stability. Now, position one foot on the footplate, slightly turning it outward, placing it on one side of the plate. The leg to be trained is nearly fully extended, while the other leg remains firmly on the ground. Your upper and lower legs form a right angle. Tighten your muscles to commence the one-sided training on the 45-degree leg press.

Movement execution

At the beginning of the one-sided 45-degree leg press, inhale and bend the knee until an approximate right angle forms between the upper and lower leg. The movement is solely in the leg being trained. Subsequently, exhale as you extend the leg back to the starting position. Complete the desired number of repetitions with one leg before turning your attention to the other leg.

Stressed muscles and common mistakes

For detailed information about the involved muscle groups and common mistakes in performing the 45-degree leg press with one leg, you can refer to the website for the 45-degree leg press.

Alternative variants to the 45-degree leg press with one leg

To diversify your training, you can also turn to similar exercises or other variations of the 45-degree leg press with one leg.