Glutes exercise · leverage machine
Lever Horizontal One Leg Press
The lever horizontal one leg press is a leverage machine exercise that targets the glutes, with the quadriceps, hamstrings and calves assisting.
- Target muscle
- Glutes
- Also works
- Quadriceps, hamstrings, calves
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body part
- Upper legs
How to do the lever horizontal one leg press
- Adjust the seat of the machine so that your knees are at a 90-degree angle when your feet are on the footplate.
- Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet shoulder-width apart on the footplate.
- Place your hands on the handles or sides of the machine for stability.
- Push the footplate away from your body by extending your leg, keeping your back against the backrest.
- Pause for a moment at the fully extended position, then slowly bend your leg to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the glutes. The quadriceps, hamstrings and calves work as secondary muscles. See all glute exercises or every machine exercise.
