peak quad builder with exceptional tension in the lengthened position
allows heavy loading with reduced spinal stress due to back support
more upright torso than leg press creates even greater quad emphasis
Lower foot placement on the platform maximizes quad and adductor involvement,
while higher placement shifts work toward glutes and hamstrings.
Execution
Position yourself in the hack squat machine with your back flat against the pad
and shoulders secured under the shoulder pads. Place your feet on the platform
at shoulder-width apart, positioned lower for maximum quad emphasis.
release the safety handles and descend in a controlled manner
squat as deeply as possible, feeling the intense stretch in your quads
pause briefly in the stretched position to maximize tension
drive through your midfoot to press yourself back to the starting position
maintain contact between your back and the pad throughout the movement
Push each set hard. When the weight gets heavy, bang out a few more reps in the
bottom half to milk the stretched position.
Purpose
peak quad builder with exceptional tension in the lengthened position
allows heavy loading with reduced spinal stress due to back support
more upright torso than leg press creates even greater quad emphasis
Lower foot placement on the platform maximizes quad and adductor involvement,
while higher placement shifts work toward glutes and hamstrings.
Execution
Position yourself in the hack squat machine with your back flat against the pad
and shoulders secured under the shoulder pads. Place your feet on the platform
at shoulder-width apart, positioned lower for maximum quad emphasis.
release the safety handles and descend in a controlled manner
squat as deeply as possible, feeling the intense stretch in your quads
pause briefly in the stretched position to maximize tension
drive through your midfoot to press yourself back to the starting position
maintain contact between your back and the pad throughout the movement
Push each set hard. When the weight gets heavy, bang out a few more reps in the
bottom half to milk the stretched position.