KNEE EXTENSIONS

The Knee Extension exercise is used to strengthen the muscles on the front of your thigh which are collectively called the Quadriceps or ‘Quads’ Muscle Group. Start by sitting with full thigh support on a tall chair or bench. Hold a weight between your feet and extend your knees to full range. To emphasize VMO activation hold the top position for 2 seconds before gradually lowering the weight by bending the knees.

Muscles Involved:

• Quadriceps

Related Conditions:

• Patellar Tendinitis / Patellar Tendinopathy

• Quadriceps Tendinitis / Quadriceps Tendinopathy

• Jumper’s Knee

• Runner’s Knee

• Osgood Schlatter’s Disease

• ACL Tear

• Meniscus Tear

• Strength and Conditioning

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