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Chair leg extended stretch

Beginner

Chair leg extended stretch is a isolation bodyweight exercise for the quads, also working the hamstrings and calves.

What it works

Primary muscle

Quads

Also works

HamstringsCalves

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Mobility
Type
Isolation
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Time
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Sit on the edge of a chair with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
  2. 2Extend one leg straight out in front of you, keeping your heel on the ground.
  3. 3Lean forward slightly, feeling a stretch in your quadriceps.
  4. 4Hold this position for 20-30 seconds.
  5. 5Switch legs and repeat the stretch.

What to do instead

  • Lying (side) quads stretchBodyweight
  • All fours squad stretchBodyweight
  • Assisted prone lying quads stretchMachine
  • Intermediate hip flexor and quad stretchOther

Easier variations

  • Assisted prone lying quads stretchMachine

Harder variations

  • Intermediate hip flexor and quad stretchOther
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