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Leg extension: how to do it
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Knees at the machine's pivot
Starting position
Sit with your back against the pad, knees at the machine's pivot, pad above your ankles and hands on the handles.
The movement
Straighten your knees until your legs are nearly straight, then lower the pad with control.
Most common mistake
Don't swing the pad up, raise and lower it with control while keeping your hips on the seat.
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