Leg & Glute Machines

Leg and glute machines build lower-body strength with guided movement and heavy loads. Choose leg presses, hack squats, hip thrusters, glute bridge and kickback machines, calf raises, and leg curl and extension stations.

Leg presses and hack squats need the most floor space and plate capacity, so plan both before buying. See ab and back machines or all weight lifting machines.

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Body-Solid Powerline Glute Max PGM200X

Powerline by Body-Solid

Body-Solid Powerline Glute Max PGM200X

$405.00 $515.00
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Body-Solid Powerline Seated Calf Raise PSC43X

Powerline by Body-Solid

Body-Solid Powerline Seated Calf Raise PSC43X

$249.00 $320.00
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Body-Solid Powerline Leg Extension & Curl Machine PLCE165X

Powerline by Body-Solid

Body-Solid Powerline Leg Extension & Curl Machine PLCE165X

$339.95 $530.00
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XMARK Rotary Leg Extension Curl Machine

XMARK

XMARK Rotary Leg Extension Curl Machine

$749.00
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Body-Solid Pro Clubline Leg Extension Machine SLE200G2

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Body-Solid Pro Clubline Leg Extension Machine SLE200G2

$2,565.00 $2,995.00
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Body-Solid Powerline Vertical Leg Press PVLP156X

Powerline by Body-Solid

Body-Solid Powerline Vertical Leg Press PVLP156X

$435.00 $545.00
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Body-Solid GLPH1100B Leg Press/Hack Squat Machine

Body-Solid

Body-Solid GLPH1100B Leg Press/Hack Squat Machine

$1,735.00 $2,200.00
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Muscle D Fitness 45 Degree Linear Leg Press Machine

Muscle D Fitness

Muscle D Fitness 45 Degree Linear Leg Press Machine

$4,595.00 $5,750.00
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Category Glute Isolation Seated Calf Raise Leg Ext / Curl (Combo) Rotary Leg Ext / Curl Leg Extension (Commercial) Vertical Leg Press Leg Press / Hack Squat 45° Linear Leg Press
Target Muscles Glutes, hamstrings, quads Calves (gastrocnemius, soleus) Quads + hamstrings Quads + hamstrings Quadriceps Quads, glutes, calves Quads, glutes, hamstrings Quads, glutes, hamstrings
Best For Glute development Calf training specialist Home quad / ham isolation Home rotary isolation Commercial quad isolation Space-saving leg press Dual leg press + hack squat Commercial leg press
Resistance Type Plate loaded Plate loaded (3:1 ratio) Plate loaded Plate loaded (rotary) Selectorized Plate loaded Plate loaded Plate loaded (linear)
Weight Capacity Plate dependent Plate dependent Plate dependent 225 lb max load 160 / 235 lb stack 400 lb 1,000 lb Plate dependent
Foot / Position Adjustments Independent leg work Angled no-slip foot platform Upright + prone positions 12 thigh / 20 press arm positions Pop-pin adjustable foot pads 3 starting positions Quad-track rollers + 3 lockouts Multiple foot positions
Weight Posts Standard Standard (Olympic adapter opt.) 1 in (Olympic adapter opt.) Included Selectorized 3 × 1 in posts Included Double posts
Footprint L × W (in)66 × 26 47 × 21 62 × 25 37 × 32 48 × 40 45 × 47 96 × 34 64 × 28
Height 60 in 32 in 27 in 41 in Under 56 in 55 in 56 in 87 in
Machine Weight 67 lb 44 lb 44 lb 125 lb 436 lb 77 lb 340 lb 500 lb
Commercial Rated ———✓✓—✓✓
Warranty — Home 10 yr frame / 1 yr parts 10 yr frame / 1 yr parts 10 yr frame / 1 yr parts Manufacturer Lifetime 10 yr frame / 1 yr parts Lifetime Manufacturer

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Frequently asked questions

What machines are in the leg and glute category?

This collection covers every major lower-body isolation movement: leg press, hack squat, leg extension, leg curl (seated, lying, and prone), calf raise (seated and standing), hip abductor / adductor (inner / outer thigh), glute kickback, and multi-hip machines. Most commercial gyms carry 5–8 of these to cover quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves completely.

Do I need a leg press if I already squat?

Not strictly, but it's one of the best complements to squatting. A leg press lets you train lower-body volume without loading your spine, which is useful for high-rep hypertrophy work, leg-day finishers, or training around back issues. Commercial options like the Muscle D 45° Linear Leg Press support over 1,000 lb of loaded weight, so they scale for serious lifters too.

Seated vs. lying leg curl — which is better?

Both train the hamstrings effectively, but differently. Lying leg curls isolate the hamstrings at the knee joint with your hips extended — classic bodybuilding movement. Seated leg curls put the hamstrings in a stretched position at the hip, which research suggests produces slightly more muscle growth per set. If space allows, having both is ideal. If you can only pick one, seated is the modern favorite.

Are hip abductor and adductor machines worth it?

Yes — especially for glute development and hip stability. The abductor (outer thigh) directly targets the gluteus medius and minimus, which are hard to train otherwise. The adductor (inner thigh) strengthens a commonly weak muscle group that contributes to knee stability. Combo machines that do both in one unit are a smart space-saver for home gyms.

What's a glute kick machine and do I need one?

Glute kick (or glute drive / glute builder) machines isolate the gluteus maximus through a hip-extension movement — essentially a guided, loaded hip thrust or kickback. They've become one of the most popular machines in modern commercial gyms because they produce incredible glute activation without the setup hassle of a barbell hip thrust. Worth it if glute development is a priority for your clientele.

How much weight do these machines hold?

Selectorized leg machines typically use 210–310 lb weight stacks. Plate-loaded leg press and hack squat machines routinely handle 800–1,500+ lb of loaded weight, more than enough even for advanced lifters. Calf raise machines often have the highest stacks (250+ lb) since calves respond to heavy loads. Check each product page for the exact capacity.

How much space does a leg press need?

Leg presses are the largest single-station machines in most gyms — typically 7–8 ft long and 4–5 ft wide, with a few requiring 10+ ft in length. Hack squats are similar. Leg extension and curl machines are much more compact (usually 4–5 ft × 3–4 ft). Plan your room layout around the leg press first if you're building a complete leg setup.

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