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M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Navneet Kaur
Workout
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There are many great leg exercises that can help tone your lower body. Here are 10 of the best leg exercises:
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Squats are a compound exercise that works multiple muscles in the lower body, including the quads, glutes, and hamstrings.
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Lunges are another great compound exercise that targets the quads, glutes, and hamstrings.
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Deadlifts primarily work the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back but also engage the quads and calves.
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The leg press targets the quads, hamstrings, and glutes and can be a great option for those with knee issues who may not be able to do squats or lunges.
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This exercise targets the quads, hamstrings, and glutes and can also improve balance and stability.
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Step-ups are a great exercise for targeting the glutes and quads and can be done with or without weights.
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Calf raises target the muscles in the lower leg, specifically the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles.
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Box jumps are a plyometric exercise that can help improve explosive power in the legs.
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This exercise targets the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back, while also improving balance and stability.
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The glute bridge targets the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back and can help improve hip mobility and strengthen the lower body.
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