Guide to Quadriceps Exercises
The
Quadriceps (Front Thigh Muscles)
The
front thigh muscles are the Quadriceps - more commonly known as
the "quads". Quadriceps are made up of four muscles: (1) rectus
femoris; (2) vastus lateralis (outer-thigh); (3) vastus
intermedius (inner-thigh); and (4) vastus medialis. They are
connected by a common tendon located near the knee.
Function
of the Quadriceps Muscles
Most
exercises that work the quads, move all four muscles. Their main function
is the extension and straightening of the thigh and leg, thus these quads
are vital for standing, walking, jogging, running and nearly all activities
involving the legs.
Quads
Muscles and Fat
The
thigh muscles can be long and lean, or they can be short and broad. The
shape of the muscle is genetic. However, many women accumulate excess
fat in the thigh area - partly due to gender or hormonal reasons. A calorie-controlled
diet helps to reduce this stored fat.
Quads
Muscles and Exercise
The
quadriceps muscles, respond well to exercise and are used in many daily
activities. Exercises like walking, jogging, running, walking on a treadmill,
bicycling are beneficial for building and toning your front thigh muscles.
List of Fitness Exercises
Abdominal
Exercises
Upper Abdominal Curl - Knee
Abdominal Crunches - Abdominal Tilt
Lower Abdominal Pelvic Tilt - Side
Abdominal Lift
Back Exercises - Knee
Squeezes - Upper Back Curl - Spinal
Twist
Butt Exercises - Butt
Crossovers - Butt Raises - Butt
Lifts - Pelvic Lift
Push Up Exercises - Simple
Push-Ups - Advanced Push-Ups
Stretches - Ab
Stretch - Butt Stretch - Hip
- Groin - Hamstring
Thigh Exercises - Hamstring
- Thigh Crunch - Thigh
Squeeze - Crossover
Quadriceps Exercises - Quads
Extensions - Quads Lunges - Quads
Squats
Squats Exercises - Squat
Exercise - Wall Squats Exercises
Leg Exercises - Leg
Stretch - Back Leg Stretch - Side
Leg Stretch
Crunches - Upper
Ab Crunch - Lower Ab Crunch - Side
Ab Crunch
Curls Exercises - Ab
Curl Exercise - Lower Ab Curl - Side
Curls
Sit Up Exercises - Sit-Ups
- Extended Arm Sit-Ups - Folded-Arm
Sit-Ups
Leg Raise Exercises
Lying - Standing
- Side Leg - Back
Leg - Double Leg - Knee
Raise
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