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Push/Pull Weight Training Program 5- Quadriceps, Hamstrings & Calves
Exercise
# of Sets
# of Repetitions
Weight Load
QUADRICEPS
Leg Extensions
3
10 to 12
Light to Heavy
Barbell Squats*
5
3 to 10
Moderate to Heavy
Barbell Deadlifts*
4
3 to 10
Moderate to Heavy
45 Degree Leg Presses*
4
6 to 12
Moderate to Heavy
HAMSTRINGS
Barbell Lunges
4
10 to 12 (each leg)
Light to Moderate
Barbell Stiff Leg Deadlifts
4
6 to 10
Light to Moderate
Lying Leg Curls
2
10 to 12
Light to Moderate
CALVES
Seated Calf Raises
4
15 to 20
Moderate to Heavy
Leg Press Machine Calf Press
3
15 to 20
Moderate to Heavy
Hack Machine Calf Raises
2
15 to 20
Light to Moderate
Standing Calf Raises
2
15 to 20
Light to Moderate
Exercise each muscle group once or twice per week. Allow a minimum of 48 hours between workouts for the same muscle group.
* = Can Pyramid
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