How to Do
How to Do Supine Floor Leg Extension Alternating Leg
The supine floor leg extension alternating leg should begin with a good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the supine floor leg extension alternating leg.
Beginning
Beginning Leg Extension at Home
1. Take a seat in a chair. Place your feet hip-width apart on the floor.
2. Make sure your back is straight.
3. Raise your right leg by extending your right knee.
4. Return to your original starting position.
5. Begin with two sets of ten to twelve reps. Rep with the other leg.
Movement
Leg Extension at Home Movement
1. You should begin the exercise flat on your back with your knees bent so they form a 90 degree angle.
2. Your legs should be off the ground and your toes pointing towards the ceiling.
3. Let one of your legs come forward so that it is straightened and a couple of inches off of the ground. Keep your other leg still bent at a 90 degree angle.
4. Come back to your original position and then repeat the process with the opposite leg.
Benefits
Leg Extension at Home Benefits
Leg extensions are an important exercise for strengthening the patellar ligament and quadriceps attachment. This exercise focuses solely on strengthening the quadriceps and, as a result, it strengthens crucial knee attachments.
