The leg press is a strength training exercise that targets the muscles in the lower body, primarily the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. It is performed using a leg press machine, where the user sits and pushes a weighted platform away using their legs. This exercise helps build muscle strength and endurance in the legs. To perform a leg press, the individual sits on the machine with their back against the padded support and feet placed shoulder-width apart on the platform. By bending the knees and lowering the platform towards the body, then pushing it back to the starting position, users can effectively engage their leg muscles while maintaining proper form.