Lunges I can do sometimes but with only a little weight, maybe 40lbs or something.
Step ups can be painful as I lean forward and put pressure on the joint (hip)
I don’t round my back on leg extensions as I am very aware of my back position at all times, but I do wonder about leg curl because of the arching of the back.
Maybe single leg would be better on the leg curl? My gym only has the laying machine, which I think is the worst for the back.
You think high rep for single leg?
I’m curious as to whether I should kick it into 15-20 rep for single leg and functional moves and then maybe pyramid for leg ext. and leg curl. Sometimes I can do the leg press but I have to keep that at around 90lbs so I keep those reps around 20-30 or just do single leg for fewer reps.
I really want to continue to build muscle (ya food is in check)