Leg Extension, Standing
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| required: | Nothing |
| level: | Easy |
| type: | Strength |
| Variations available (5) |
Starting Position
- stand up straight on both legs
- lift one leg and angle it to 90 degrees
- the thigh is parallel to the ground then
- hold the head in extension to the spine
- hold the hands in the hips
Correct Execution
- stretch out the upper leg as far as possible without moving the thigh
- try to bring it into the horizontal until you feel a stretch in the back side of your thigh
- hold the body as stable as possible, only the calf is moving
- come back into the starting position slowly
- repeat the thighs exercise several times