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Hack Squat Machine

Quads Machine

Description

The hack squat machine is a piece of strength training equipment designed to target the muscles of the lower body, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. Users typically sit on a platform with their shoulders against a pad and feet placed on a platform below, then push the platform upward by extending the knees while maintaining a fixed position on the machine. This exercise helps to build lower body strength, improve muscle endurance, and enhance overall lower body function, making it a valuable addition to leg-focused workouts.

How To

01 Sit back against the pad, shoulders under the shoulder pads
02 Place feet shoulder-width, toes turned slightly out
03 Unlock the safety and lower until thighs are parallel
04 Drive through your heels to extend, don't lock out your knees

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