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Squats with Bands use a loop or handled band beneath the feet to increase resistance as the lifter stands. The quadriceps are primary, with the glutes, hamstrings, calves, and...
Read exercise guideThe Stair Climber provides continuous lower-body cardio by repeating resisted stepping motions. The quadriceps perform much of the work, while the glutes, hamstrings, and calv...
Read exercise guideThe Stairmaster uses repeated stepping against machine resistance to create sustained cardiovascular work. The quadriceps are the primary focus, with the glutes, hamstrings, a...
Read exercise guideThe Standing Elevated Quad Stretch places the rear foot on a bench or step while the body remains upright. The position can stretch the quadriceps and front of the hip on the...
Read exercise guideThe Standing Hip Flexor stretch uses a staggered stance and bent knees to bring the rear hip gently forward. The source lists quadriceps, although the position more specifical...
Read exercise guideThe Standing Long Jump is a horizontal plyometric drill that uses the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and calves to project the body forward. The landing is part of the repeti...
Read exercise guideThe Star Jump is an explosive bodyweight jump in which the arms and legs spread outward during flight. The quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and calves create the jump while the...
Read exercise guideThe Step Mill uses a continuous rotating staircase to create sustained climbing work. The quadriceps perform much of the stepping effort, while the glutes, hamstrings, and cal...
Read exercise guideThe Stride Jump Crossover is a lateral plyometric drill performed with one foot starting on a box. The quadriceps drive the upward effort, while the abductors, adductors, calv...
Read exercise guideThe Suspended Split Squat is a rear-foot-supported single-leg exercise. The quadriceps provide the primary effort, while the glutes, hamstrings, calves, abductors, and adducto...
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