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Squat (exercise) A squat is a strength exercise in which the trainee lowers their hips from a standing position and then stands back up. During the descent, the hip and knee joints flex while the ankle joint dorsiflexes; conversely the hip and knee joints extend and the ankle joint plantarflexes when standing up. Squats also help the hip muscles.
Leg raise. The leg raise is a strength training exercise which targets the iliopsoas (the anterior hip flexors). Because the abdominal muscles are used isometrically to stabilize the body during the motion, leg raises are also often used to strengthen the rectus abdominis muscle and the internal and external oblique muscles.
"This plyometric move is great for leg muscle endurance and agility," Rose says. "They work your quadriceps, hamstrings, inner and outer thighs and glutes. Plus, they quickly become a cardio workout."
Dumbbell deadlift. The deadlift is performed by lifting a weight off of the floor until fully upright. This is a compound exercise that also involves the glutes, lower back, lats, trapezius (upper back), and, to a lesser extent, the quadriceps and the calves. Lifting belts are often used to help support the lower back.
Glute bridge. Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor and your arms down at your sides. Tilt your pelvis under and forward, engaging the core, and push down through your ...
How-to: Take a wide stance; wider than shoulder width. Turn your feet out about 45 degrees. Lower your body slowly, moving your glutes back behind you. Go as low as you can. Then stand back ...
Squats are considered a vital exercise for increasing the strength and size of the legs and buttocks. The pistols squat is a one legged squat common in crossfit exercises in which the non-working leg is kept horizontal. The burpee is a full body exercise used in strength training and as an aerobic exercise that involves a squat. The basic ...
Grab a pair of dumbbells and stand with your feet hip-width apart and your knees slightly bent. Hinge forward at the hips and let your arms hang straight down from your shoulders, palms facing ...