Machine Squat

Also known as: Leverage Squat, Lever Squat, Squat Machine, Squat (Leverage Machine)

Machine Squat is a compound strength exercise using machine that trains the quadriceps.

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Primary muscles: Quadriceps

Secondary muscles: Glutes, Hamstrings

How to do it

1. Step onto the platform of a leverage squat machine and set your shoulders under the pads with your feet about shoulder-width apart.
2. Release the safety handles and stand tall with your torso braced.
3. Bend your hips and knees to lower until your thighs are at least parallel to the platform, keeping your knees in line with your toes.
4. Drive through your whole foot to stand back up, and reset the safeties when the set is done.

Track it with MyoAmigo

MyoAmigo pre-fills every set of the Machine Squat from last time, charts your estimated 1RM trend so you can see strength move without testing a true max, and flags a stall with a concrete fix. It also credits this work toward your weekly Quadriceps volume on the MyoMap heatmap. New to the movement? Start with picking a working weight and progressive overload.

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