Quad / Thigh Strengthening Exercises

-Start in a standing position

-Take a step forward

-Lower your body straight down toward the floor

-Make sure your front knee does not travel farther forward than your foot, as this puts excessive strain on the ligaments and connective tissue surrounding the knee joint

-Use your front leg to push your body back up into the start position

-Repeat on other side

-You can hold a table or wall for extra stability

-You can hold free weights in your hand to make this exercise harder.

-This exercise is not ideal for people with pre-existing knee problems

 

-8-10 reps, 2-3 sets or as otherwise recommended by your RMT.

-Start standing with your feet shoulder wide apart and your toes pointed straight forward

-Engage your core

-Squat down to a level that is comfortable for you

-Don't squat lower than 90 degrees at the knee

-Don't allow your knees to travel farther forward than you toes

-You can hold free weights in your hands with your arms at your sides to make this exercise harder

-You can choose to hold this stance until your quads fatigue or perform repetitions

 

-8-10 reps, 2-3 sets or as otherwise recommended by your RMT.