Leg support specifications for rack and pulley:
- Width: 43 cm
- Length: 38 cm
- Suitable for 60 x 60 mm uprights with 1.6 cm holes
- Weight: 2 Kg
- Optimal for the Athena all-in-1 rack-pulley
What is the leg support for rack used for?
The Athena leg support serves as support and locking to prevent any lifting of the pelvis or tilting of the torso during pulls. Result: a cleaner trajectory, continuous tension on the back and arms, and better safety under load. Placed lower, it becomes an anchor point for hamstring and core work.
Recommended exercises and targeted muscles
| Exercise |
Support usage |
Targeted muscles |
Main benefit |
| Lat pulldown (high pulley) |
Thigh locking |
Latissimus dorsi, biceps |
Stable backrest, more vertical pull |
| Seated cable row (low/seated) |
Feet/ankle support |
Mid back, biceps |
Reduced momentum, continuous tension |
| Nordic curl (pulley assisted) |
Ankle anchoring |
Hamstrings, glutes |
Safe posterior strengthening |
| Bulgarian split squat |
Rear foot support |
Quadriceps, glutes |
Stability and controlled range |
| High pulley crunch / anti-extension |
Thigh blocking |
Abdominals, transverse |
Clean core work, protected lower back |
Why add it to your Athena rack?
Adding a leg extension support to your Athena rack will have the following benefits:
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To standardize your pulls and repeat the same position session after session.
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To pull heavier without compensation (pelvis rising, torso swinging).
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To diversify your sessions: pulls, hamstrings, unilateral, core work.
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To save space: a compact accessory that replaces bulky machines.
Usage tips & adjustments
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Adjust the roller height to lightly compress the thighs on vertical pulls.
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On horizontal pulls, position the rollers at ankle level to prevent foot advancement.
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For Nordic curls, firmly lock the heels and start with pulley assistance before increasing the load.
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Control breathing and core engagement to protect the lower back.
The Leg Support – Athena provides the support your pulls were missing and opens the door to effective variations in minimal space. Perfect for a demanding home gym as well as intensive gym use.
Frequently asked questions
What are the specifications of the Athéna leg holder?
43 cm wide, 38 cm long, 2 kg, suited to 60 x 60 mm uprights with 1.6 cm holes, dense foam rollers that are easy to clean, multi-position height adjustment, installation in a few seconds. Rack, pulley, bar and plates not included.
What is the leg holder for?
To lock the thighs or the ankles to stop the hips lifting or the torso tipping during pulls, for a cleaner path and continuous tension on the back and arms. Placed lower, it serves as an anchor for hamstring and core work.
Which exercises can be done with it?
Lat pulldown, seated row, cable-assisted nordic curl, Bulgarian split squat with the rear foot supported, and high cable crunch.
How should it be adjusted?
On lat pulldowns, set the rollers to compress the thighs slightly. On seated rows, position them at ankle level. For nordic curls, lock the heels firmly and start with cable assistance before increasing the load.
