- Squats: Squats are a great exercise for building leg strength and power. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart. Lower your body down by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, as if you are sitting down into a chair. Keep your chest up and your back straight. Push through your heels to stand back up. Repeat for a set of 10-12 repetitions.
- Lunges: Lunges target the muscles in your thighs and glutes. Start by standing with your feet hip-width apart. Take a step forward with your right foot and lower your body down by bending both knees. Your front knee should be directly above your ankle, and your back knee should be hovering just above the ground. Push through your front heel to stand back up, then switch legs and repeat. Aim for 10-12 lunges on each leg.
- Leg press: The leg press machine is a great way to specifically target your leg muscles. Sit in the leg press machine with your feet shoulder-width apart on the footplate. Push the footplate away from you, extending your legs fully. Slowly lower the footplate back down, bending your knees. Repeat for a set of 10-12 repetitions.
Remember to start with lighter weights and gradually increase the resistance as you get stronger. And always warm up before starting any exercise routine.
Be the first to comment