Cybex Leg Extension Legs
Set Up Procedure Seat Back Pad Adjust pad by pulling out yellow pin in back of the seat and make it so when seated knees align with machines axis of rotation (Yellow Arrows) Ankle Pad Make sure the ankle pad is lowered down to the leg extension position (should be at a 90 degree angle to the thigh pad) than comfortably position it to hit right above your ankles by pulling out the yellow pin and adjusting the height Thigh Pad The thigh pad will not be used for this exercise so do not worry about moving this part of the equipment
Set Up Procedure Weights and More Weights 1 Once seated in the machine pull the pin out of the weights to the right of the machine and put the pin back in the weight you think you can do Weights 2 Slowly apply light pressure to test the amount of weight on the machine, if it is not right lower the weight and readjust the pin
Form Arms Make sure to grasp handles during the exercise and stabilize the body Upward Movement Push forward and up against the ankle pad until the legs are straight Downward Movement Slowly return to the starting position without letting the resistance rest on the weight stack between repetitions
Do the Following Pads Make sure all pads are properly aligned Ankle Pad When changing ankle pad height make sure to keep it supported because when pin is pulled it will drop Pins Make sure pins are completely in their place before moving the machine
Do the Following Legs Make sure you are only moving the weight with your legs Body Position Do keep all of your body parts any from moving items Modification For a modification of the exercise, lift up with both legs but then only let one bring the weight back down
Do not do the Following Body Position Do not lift your body off of the pad or lock your knees out Weights Do not bring other weights near the machine to use while on it Pins Do not move pin when weights are in use
Do not do the Following Equipment Do not try to fix a broken machine Modification Do not modify the equipment
Cybex Leg Curl Legs
Set Up Procedure Seat Back Pad Adjust pad by pulling out yellow pin in back of the seat and make it so when seated knees align with machines axis of rotation (Yellow Arrows) Ankle Pad Make sure the ankle pad is raised to the leg curl position (should be parallel to the thigh pad) than comfortably position it under your ankles by pulling out the yellow pin and adjusting the height Thigh Pad Lower the thigh pad to a snug position on your leg by pulling out the yellow pin on the thigh pad
Set Up Procedure Weights and More Weights 1 Once seated in the machine pull the pin out of the weights to the right of the machine and put the pin back in the weight you think you can do Weights 2 Slowly apply light pressure to test the amount of weight on the machine, if it is not right lower the weight and readjust the pin
Form Arms Make sure to grasp handles during the exercise and stabilize the body Downward Movement Pull down and back against the ankle pad by flexing the knees until feet are below the seat and past 90 degrees Upward Movement Slowly return to the starting position without letting the resistance rest on the weight stack between repetitions
Do the Following Pads Make sure all pads are properly aligned Ankle Pad When changing ankle pad height make sure to keep it supported because when pin is pulled it will drop Pins Make sure pins are completely in their place before moving the machine
Do the Following Legs Make sure you are only moving the weight with your legs Body Position Do keep all of your body parts any from moving items Modification For a modification of the exercise, curl down with both legs and then only let one bring the weight back up
Do not do the Following Body Position Do not lift your body off of the pad or lock your knees out Weights Do not bring other weights near the machine to use while on it Pins Do not move pin when weights are in use
Do not do the Following Equipment Do not try to fix a broken machine Modification Do not modify the equipment