Quad Stretches for Bad Knees
Stretch your quads out to relieve some of the pressure on your knees, but be careful not to push it too far or you can make your knee pain worse.
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How to Strengthen Legs With Bad Knees
In most cases, you can still work out with bad knees. Get the go-ahead from your doctor and then choose the right exercises.
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Human Leg Muscles & Tendons
The leg contains a number of important, large muscles and tendons that help with every action, from walking to lifting weights to sitting in a chair.
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Muscles Used in Hip Extension
Hip extension is a movement you do everyday. It uses the muscles of the butt and thighs to help you walk and stand up from a seated position.
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Ballet Stretches for Beginners
Ballet dancers have to display an impressive amount of flexibility, so stretching is a very important part of training.
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How to Make My Ankles Slimmer
If you have excess weight that contributes to thick ankles, weight loss will help them slim down, along with the rest of your body.
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How to Stretch Leg Tendons
Well-stretched and elastic leg tendons are less likely to be injured. Use ballistic stretches to get them into good shape.
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Stretches for Adductor Muscles
Inner thigh muscles can get tight -- especially if you sit a lot during the day. Stretches improve flexibility in these adductor muscles.
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How to Relieve Sore Leg Muscles
Sore leg muscles can make everyday activities a challenge. Sooth them with ice and heat packs, massage and pain relievers.
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Exercises for Lymphedema in the Legs
For lymphedema of the legs, exercises that work your body from the pelvis down to the tips of your toes will help diminish the accumulation of fluid.
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The Muscles Used to Sit & Stand
A number of muscles work to get you from a seated to a standing position. Your lower body, core and upper body may all be involved.
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Exercises to Get Rid of Cellulite on Back of Thighs
Cellulite on your thighs can make you self-conscious about wearing shorts or a swim suit in public. Lose weight to minimize its appearance.
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Butt & Thigh Exercises With Bands
Get a great workout for your glutes, hamstrings and quadriceps with just a few types of resistance bands.
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Exercises for Gluteal Muscular Atrophy
Easily prevent gluteal muscle atrophy with a few low-impact glute exercises at least one day per week.
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Glute Exercises That Fix Tight Hip Flexors
Glute exercises can help you stretch your hip flexors because the two muscles oppose each other. Doing a glute exercise helps the hip flexors relax.
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How to Activate the Glutes Instead of the Hip Flexors in Squats
Target your glutes during a squat by modifying your stance and going deeper than you have been previously.
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The Benefits of Leg Raise Exercises
Leg raises can be performed lying down or hanging from a bar. They target your abdominal muscles and help reduce pain in the lower back.
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Gym Leg Workouts for ACL Recovery
Part of ACL recovery is getting back in the gym and strengthening your leg muscles. Start with light machine exercises and progress to bodyweight movements.
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How to Roll Out Your Hamstrings
Use a foam roller to work your hamstrings if you want to be more flexible and recover from exercise faster.
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How to Train for a Stair Climbing Event
Stair-climbing events are fun and challenging. You need to build strength and endurance and take time for recovery before race day.
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