Welcome to the exercise of the week! Whether you're looking to get functionally stronger to defend yourself, or you just want to look ripped like a fighter, these exercises will get it done.
This weeks exercise of the week is the Band Leg Extension. This is a great exercise that will strengthen your quadriceps muscles (front of thigh) and your knee flexors.
Sets, reps and rest times:
Beginners perform one to three sets of 12 -15 reps of , resting one minute between sets.
Advanced folks perform four to six sets of 16-20 reps, resting one minute between sets.
About bands:
Resistance bands are great because they are so versatile and you can use them with minimal space. They are excellent for beginners because there is less chance of injury, yet they can also challenge advanced athletes. Additionally, they are the "go to" apparatus for helping physical therapy patients.
Bands come in various resistance levels. Choose an easy, a medium, and hard band, because you may be stronger in some exercises than others. Bands with handles are easier on your hands. You can find then at either Walmart or Amazon.com. Buy sturdy ones so they don't break on you.
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Band Leg Extension