Straight Leg Press
Intermediate (5/10)Wunda Chair
Position: SeatedEnergy: 4/10~45s
Cueing
Sit on chair; place balls of feet on pedal; straighten legs fully while maintaining posture.
Anatomy & Muscles
PrimarySecondary
Primary Muscles
IliopsoasQuadricepsAdductorsTibialis Anterior
Secondary Muscles
Gluteus MaximusGluteus MediusHamstringsGastrocnemiusRectus AbdominisExternal ObliquesInternal ObliquesTransverse Abdominis
Regressions
Small range; heavier springs; hold chair handles.
Progressions
Lighter springs; add arm reach; increase reps.
Common Errors
Locking knees; leaning back; loss of pelvic control.
Contraindications
- Lumbar Disc Hernia
- Osteoporosis (Flexion Risk)
- Shoulder Sensitivity
- Wrist Sensitivity
