How to Use a Leg Lift Exercise Machine
Leg lift exercise machines allow users to press their legs against weight and lift them into the air. This helps build strength and muscle. Like most types of exercise equipment, if leg lift machines are not used properly, they will not help build muscle and could even harm the user.
- Adjust the exercise machine seat to the right height and the right angle. You should be at a 90-degree angle with your hips. You can adjust the seat by pressing it down or pulling straight up. You may need to pull back a switch or arm before you can adjust the seat on some models.
- Choose the weight you want to lift. Read the instructions to see how to set the weights. The process varies with machines. If you are not careful, the extra weight will slide to one side or off the machine as you are setting the weights you want. This could harm you or the machine.
- Sit straight up with your back against the rest and your legs extended out in front of you. Hold onto the support bars on each side of the seat to help position and hold your body in place as you are using the machine.
- Push your legs forward and upward to lift the weights. Do as many reps as desired or until you feel your muscles tiring.
- Work out with a partner or use a spotter if you need help doing the exercises. If your legs cramp or become too tired during a rep, you may need to release the weights suddenly. This could hurt you or the leg lift exercise machine. A spotter can help you release the weights gently.