3 Leg Strength Exercises

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Today I would like to leave you with 3 combinations of leg strength exercises.

A Simple Step Up-Or Step Down

• This is more challenging by leaving one foot on the step and tapping the foot down.
• Make sure you drive from the heal. All of the work should be in the backside.
• Rather than reps try doing this for 30 – 45 seconds.

A Lunge at the Wall

• Bring one leg back and straighten.
• The front leg bends but stays over the foot. (Refer To Video) That is why I line up at the wall. It reminds me to drop down with the back leg then move forward.
• In this video, I also brought my hands up over my head for an additional challenge.
• You can always add weight to this, but make sure you master the initial move first.
• If you have problems coming up, use a counter and make the move smaller.

A Single Leg Hinge with the TRX

This is the most challenging move in this series and one of
the exercises I use for warm-up for many of my clients.

• Start by shutting the door with your backside and lengthen a single leg out as you reach forward.
• As you reach forward, try to keep your shoulders away from your ears.
• This is a great movement for ankle and foot strength as
  well as core and glute/hamstring strength. 
• If a single leg seems too challenging, resort to double hinge only. (keep both feet on the ground)

As always, all of these movements should be pain-free!

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