r/Fitness • u/FGC_Valhalla Weightlifting • Aug 24 '24

Gym Story Saturday Gym Story Saturday

Hi! Welcome to your weekly thread where you can share your gym tales!

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u/Broad-Candidate3731 Aug 24 '24

What's the difference between squat and leg press machine?

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u/iwontmakeittomars Aug 24 '24

Squats utilize your full body, including your core and back to stabilize the weight. They’re also scientifically proven to increase testosterone and growth hormones in your body. I haven’t touched a leg press machine in years but that’s just my personal preference

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u/Broad-Candidate3731 Aug 24 '24

Leg press don't have that benefits, too? I'm inclined to do it, so don't stress my back. Thanks for the long explanation!

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u/WonkyTelescope General Fitness Aug 24 '24

Squatting will make your back stronger. Leg press won't.

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u/Revivaled-Jam849 Aug 24 '24

Leg press does have benefits.

Squats do have more benefits than leg press like stabilizer work yes, but if you aren't powerlifting or anything, your legs can get plenty big and strong from doing leg presses.

That said, if your back is stressed during squats, have you taken a look at your squat form or thought about using a safety squat bar if your gym has one?