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01-25-2005, 09:56 AM #1Registered User
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Leg Press Alternative
Ok, here's the problem, I've maxed out the leg press machine at my gym (its only like 160) and I can't think of a reasonable alternative. There is no rack or smith and the db's only go up to 50's. (small town gym geared toward 50 y.o. women who use machines--I'm the only person there, m/f, who actually uses free weights!!!). Changing gyms isn't an option since this is the only one close. In addition to leg press, I do leg ext, curls and SLDL. Maybe deadlifts? Lunges? Any thoughts?
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01-25-2005, 12:07 PM #3Registered User
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Uh...no.
Originally Posted by Kimber
I wish there were, I guess I could probably do front squats off the bench rack? would that be weird? I've never done those before.
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01-25-2005, 01:12 PM #4Registered User
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Talk to management about getting a squat rack. If they seem reluctant, you might offer to help pay for it, if they'll cut you a free membership in return.
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01-25-2005, 01:33 PM #5I'm the daddy ELITE MEMBER
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lunges with the DB's
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01-25-2005, 01:51 PM #6Registered User
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Slim--I actually tried that but there is really no room (small gym) and would mean getting rid of a few of his precious machines...probably cause a riot around here. Thanks though!
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01-25-2005, 01:58 PM #7Training Trainer ELITE MEMBER
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Lunges are probably your best bet. You could also do dumbbell sumo squats with some decent weight I would imagine.
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Lunges and also step ups
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01-25-2005, 05:14 PM #9Registered User
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Had a thought...I'll just do them one leg at a time on the leg press, that'll work. I'll do lunges too, just for fun! thanks guys!
“Speaking generally, All parts of the body which have a function, if used in moderation and exercised in labors to which each is accustomed, become healthy and well developed and age slowly. But, if unused and left idle, they come liable to disease, defective in growth and age quickly.”-- 370B.C. Hypocrites
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Deadlift and drive to the nearest town that has a real gym, or buy yourself some gear for the basement and workout at home. Or go to your banker and borrow some cash and open your own gym.
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