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One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso Leg Extension

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Single-sidedTargets: Quads

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This is a great unilateral leg extension when you want to focus more on one quadriceps.

How to One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso Leg Extension

Starting Position

1. Sit on the machine and lean your back against the backrest.

2. Place one foot on the pad and keep the other foot on the floor.

3. Hold the handle and stabilize your upper body.

Proper Form

1. Slowly straighten the leg placed on the platform while lifting the weight.

2. Lift it only until the knee locks and hold for 1 second.

3. Slowly return to the starting position while feeling the resistance.

4. After the specified number of repetitions, repeat on the opposite side.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when you spread your legs, and inhale when you lower them.

Precautions

1. If there is a significant strength difference between left and right, adjust the weight based on the weaker side.

2. Focus on the feeling of lifting with your muscles only, without using momentum.

3. If you feel pain in the front of your knees, reduce the range of motion or stop.

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