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.

Muscles Used in a Curtsy Lunge

Published Oct,05 2017 | By Rachel Nall

The curtsy lunge targets your quads, glutes and calves with a unique move. It adds great variety to your lower body workouts.

Treatments & Exercises for a Hamstring Injury

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Rachel Nall

Your hamstring muscles are the three muscles that comprise the back of your thigh. Your hamstrings help to bend your lower leg at the knee and pull the leg backward, meaning you use the muscles for activities that involve running, dancing and kicking.

Exercises for a Torn Quad

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Rachel Nall

Your quadriceps or quad muscles are located on the front of your thigh and help you extend and straighten your leg. A quadriceps tear is a serious injury that prohibits you from moving the lower leg and requires surgery.