Narrow Stance Leg Press

Narrow Stance Leg Press is a resistance exercise - strength exercise involving Quadriceps, Gluteus maximus. Use these steps to learn the movement and work with your coach to choose a suitable level.

Last updated: 2026-10-31 · DynPerformance

Primary muscles: Quadriceps, Gluteus maximus
Secondary muscles: Adductor magnus, Hamstrings
Exercise type: Resistance exercise - strength

Exercise technique

Seat support
Settle your pelvis into the pad.
Feet close together
Establish a secure stance narrower than shoulder width on the platform.
Take the load
Press the sled up and release the safety.
Lowering path
Bring your knees toward your torso without letting them collide.
Depth control
Lower only as far as your hips remain stable.
Press
Push the platform away with both feet together.
Safe finish
Engage the safety at the top and secure the load.

Key technique points

Do not narrow your stance by pressing your knees inward.
Monitor heel contact as you lower.
Do not slide forward in the seat.
Position both feet near the center of the platform.
Limit depth to suit your torso.
Do not stop the sled by locking your knees.

Common mistakes

Pressing the feet together

This makes it harder to maintain the natural direction of the knees.

Knees drifting inward

This disrupts load alignment in the narrow stance.

Lifting the pelvis

This means the bottom range exceeds your torso control.

Losing contact with one heel

This makes force against the platform uneven.

Supporting the knees with the hands

This transfers some of the legs' work to the arms.

Uncontrolled finish at the top

This brings the knees into a hard stop.

Frequently asked questions