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Try the following exercises to build strength in the areas that support your knees: Straight-leg raises — Sit on the floor with your legs extended. You may lie down with your arms at your sides or lean back, resting on your elbows. Just make sure your lower back is flat against the floor.
No matter your fitness level, strengthening your knees can help to prevent injury and improve performance. From beginner-friendly moves like wall sits to more advanced lunges, step-ups, bridges, and left lifts, these exercises target the muscles that support your knees and improve overall stability.
Learn about the importance of knee strengthening exercises and which ones are recommended by physical therapists. If you’re experiencing knee pain, you may not think of exercise as your first line of treatment but knee strengthening exercises may be exactly what you need to feel better.
The best knee-strengthening exercises target the supporting muscles of the knee, including the quads, hamstrings and glutes, plus the muscles of the inner thighs, calves, and front of the leg.
Gentle stretching and other low impact exercises can strengthen the muscles that support your knee joint. Start by stretching your heel, calf, quadriceps, and hamstrings, and work up to...
Ten of the best exercises you can do at home to strengthen your knees and eliminate pain! No equipment required and presented in order from least difficult t...
Ready to get started? Board-certified sports physical therapist Leada Malek, DPT, and Buckingham share their top 10 best knee-strengthening exercises to improve strength and reduce pain.