What muscles does the Leg Press High-Foot work?

The Leg Press High-Foot mainly works the glutes and hamstrings.

How many sets and reps of the Leg Press High-Foot?

For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

What can I do instead of the Leg Press High-Foot?

45-Degree Hip Extension, 90-90 Hip Stretch, B-Stance Hip Thrust and Band Hip Thrust work the same main muscle.

Leg Press High-Foot

Place the feet high on the platform and press to shift load toward the glutes and hamstrings.

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Muscles worked: Glutes, Hamstrings
Equipment: Machine
Movement: Legs

Sets and reps

For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the glutes, for when the machine is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Leg Press High-Foot work?: The Leg Press High-Foot mainly works the glutes and hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Leg Press High-Foot?: A machine.
How many sets and reps of the Leg Press High-Foot?: For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
What can I do instead of the Leg Press High-Foot?: 45-Degree Hip Extension, 90-90 Hip Stretch, B-Stance Hip Thrust and Band Hip Thrust work the same main muscle.

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