Leg press
Start with a supported squat pattern. Learn foot placement, range and control.
A practical gym routine for men after 40. Five exercises, clear instructions and a simple way to make progress, one controlled rep at a time.
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Train quads, hamstrings, glutes and calves with a mix of machine, dumbbell and bodyweight movements.
Start with a supported squat pattern. Learn foot placement, range and control.
Practise the hip hinge to train your hamstrings and glutes.
Add direct hamstring work with a supported machine exercise.
Train one leg at a time with a stable support for balance.
Finish with controlled calf work and a simple progression option.
Use the session log and progression rules to plan your next workout.
Keep the workout on your phone and check your exercise cues between sets.



The downloadable guide is in English. This page is available in English and Arabic.
“Start with a weight you can control. Learn the movement, record your reps and build from there. Give yourself a routine you can repeat.”
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It is designed for healthy men after 40 at beginner to early intermediate level. New or returning lifters can start with less volume, as explained in the guide.
The guide builds towards two lower-body sessions per week with at least 48 hours between them. Start gradually and account for any other leg training in your week.
A leg press machine, dumbbells, a seated leg curl machine and a stable support. The guide also includes alternatives. Tap the download button to save the PDF to your phone.
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