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.

Bruised Legs After Exercising

Published Aug,17 2011 | By Solomon Branch

Bruising on the legs is usually caused by something striking them, but it can also be due to an underlying weakness in the blood vessels. Intense exercise, such as marathon running, cycling and contact sports, can also bring about bruising to the legs.