Got a great question in the chat from about how foot pressure should be distributed on a leg press compared to an RDL, and why it matters for both muscle activation and joint safety. I’ve uploaded a full breakdown in the Principle in Practice series — covering:
- Why mid-foot pressure is the foundation for max force production
- How foot pressure influences motor unit recruitment and hypertrophy
- Why “toes-only” or “heels-only” strategies create more sensation but less effectiveness
- The impact of pressure on joint coordination up the chain
- Practical cueing strategies to correct imbalances
Bottom line: full-foot contact = max load, max output, and safer, more effective training.
👉 Check out the lesson in the Principles In Practice classroom for the full breakdown.