That’s why we’ve rounded up nine of the best machine exercises for men to build powerful legs.
The following workout includes our nine top machine exercises for men to build powerful legs.
The workout collectively hits these muscles from many different angles, giving your legs a solid 3D appearance.
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Perform each exercise for three sets of 10 to 12 repetitions for the best results.
Rest for 60 to 90 seconds between each set and two minutes between exercises.
The leg press primarily targets the quadriceps while also engaging the hamstrings, glutes, and calves.
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Extend your legs, and return to the starting position.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
Sit in the machine with your back pressed firmly against the backrest.
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Hold onto the handles for stability, then extend your legs.
Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower the padded lever back to the starting position.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
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Hold onto the handles for stability, then curl your legs upward, bringing your heels toward your butt.
Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower your legs back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the target repetitions.
Calf Raises
Calf raises target the soleus and gastrocnemius muscles, helping improve overall calf size and strength.
To perform a calf raise, adjust the seated calf raise machine to position the pads above your knees.
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Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower your heels back to the starting position.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
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Hack Squats
Next up in our machine exercises for men to build powerful legs is the hack squat.
Hold onto the handles for stability, then squat down by bending your knees and hips.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
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Hold the bar with an overhand grip, and disengage the safety locks.
Bend your knees and hips to squat down, keeping your chest up and back straight.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
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Abduction involves “spreading your legs open,” while adduction involves ‘closing your legs.’
Pause briefly at the end of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
It also hits some hamstring activation as well.
To perform machine glute thrusts, adjust the glute thrust machine so the pad is directly across your waistline.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointed slightly outward.
Hinge forward at the waist, and slightly bend the knees to reach the bar.
Grip the bar with an overhand grip or alternating grip.
Repeat for the target repetitions.
