Leg Workouts: Toning Thighs and Strengthening Knees

Toning legs and strengthening the knees requires targeted movements like vastus medialis exercises and lying straight leg raises. Discover safe leg workouts for bad knees and learn which cardio machines are best for joint health.

Ankle Inversion & Eversion Exercises

Published Aug,17 2011 | By Amanda Davis

Injuries to the ankle are extremely common and can often leave lingering weakness. Injuries such as sprains and strains often affect the ligaments and tendons that run along the sides of the foot. These ligaments and tendons are responsible for range of motion and stability of the ankle.

Amanda Davis began writing in 2010 with work published on various websites. Davis is a dietetic technician, registered, personal trainer and fitness instructor. She has experience working with a variety of ages, fitness levels and medical conditions. She holds a dual Bachelor of Science in exercise science and nutrition from Appalachian State University and is working toward her master's degree in public health. Davis will be a registry eligible dietitian in May 2015.