Banded Leg Extension
Muscle Groups: Quads
Banded Leg Extension focuses on Quads.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Leg Extension with proper form and technique.
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Sit upright on a bench with your feet flat on the floor and knees bent.
- 2
Place a resistance band around one ankle, anchoring the other end to a stable point on the bench or floor.
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Extend your leg forward, straightening your knee until your leg is fully extended.
- 4
Slowly return your leg to the starting position, controlling the movement against the band's resistance.
- 5
Complete all repetitions on one side, then switch to the other leg.
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