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Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension

The Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension mainly works the quads and core. You'll need: chair.

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Required Equipment

Chair
Chair

Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension Muscles Worked

Primary

Quads (quadriceps femoris); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)

Secondary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

How to do the Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension

  1. Sit upright on the edge of a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor and hands resting lightly on the sides of the seat.

  2. Engage your core and maintain a tall posture throughout the entire movement.

  3. Slowly straighten one leg out in front of you until it is parallel to the floor, focusing on contracting your thigh muscles.

  4. Hold the straight leg position briefly at the top while keeping your upper body completely still.

  5. Lower your foot back down to the starting position in a controlled, slow motion before repeating.

Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension FAQs

What muscles does the Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension work?

The Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension mainly works the quads and core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and iliopsoas.

What equipment do you need for the Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension?

Chair.

What workout day should the Seated Single-Leg Slow Knee Extension go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

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