Want to build more leg strength, muscle and power? Look no further than the barbell back squat and leg press, two compound ... target the same major muscle groups – the quads and glutes ...

Leg presses ... If you press too much weight or lock your knees when extending your legs, you may end up causing a knee injury. 1. Builds strength: Squats target multiple muscle groups, including ...

As mentioned, a hack squat works a bit like a reverse leg press – the only difference ... alter your foot position to target specific muscle groups. If you move your feet backwards, you ...

One of the major killers of muscle gains ... lots of muscle groups at once. Think squats, deadlifts, and overhead pressing, rather than dumbbell flies for chest sculpting and leg curls for quads.