but the most common you’ll see in a gym are the seated leg press and the angled leg press machines. When you use a leg press machine, you’re essentially in a controlled environment.

Most gyms have a seated leg press, which only requires moving the seat forwards and backwards to use. A lying leg press, otherwise known as a 45 degrees press, can be a little more complicated.

Here’s how to perform leg press: Sit on the machine with your back against the ... However, a standard squat involves lowering your body into a seated position by bending your knees and then ...