What is it?
The Plate Loaded Leg Press is a compound lower body exercise that allows you to safely develop strength and muscle by pressing weight away from your body through a controlled movement. Unlike a weight stack machine, resistance is added using Olympic weight plates, allowing you to progressively increase the load as your strength improves.

Primary Muscles Worked

• Quadriceps

• Glutes

• Hamstrings

• Calves

How to Use
Load the desired weight plates onto the machine and sit with your back firmly against the pad. Place your feet shoulder-width apart on the footplate. Press the weight away by extending your legs, stopping just short of locking your knees. Slowly lower the weight until your knees reach a comfortable depth before repeating.

Coaching Tips

• Keep your heels flat on the footplate throughout the movement.

• Avoid locking your knees at the top of each repetition.

• Maintain contact between your lower back and the seat.

• Lower the weight under control to maximise muscle engagement.