Seated leg straightening
Also called seated knee extension, chair leg lift
- Works
- Front of the thigh · quadriceps
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Sit tall on a chair with your feet flat and your back against the chair back.
Steps
- Straighten one knee until the leg is level with the floor.
- Tighten the front of the thigh and hold for three seconds.
- Lower the foot slowly.
- Do all reps, then change legs.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you lift.
Where you feel it
In the front of the thigh.
Common mistakes
- Swinging the leg up.
- Leaning back.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.