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If you’re a beginner, start with quad exercises that feature isometric holds (such as split squat isometric holds, isometric squats, and bear planks) to develop muscular endurance, stability, and ...

Whether you realize it or not, your quads are doing the most—every time you sit, stand, step, or sprint. These powerhouse muscles on the front of your thighs are crucial for strength, balance, and ...

“Isometrics are a powerful training tool, especially for runners,” says Speer. “Holding positions for 30 to 60 seconds, such as lunges and single-leg balances help strengthen muscles, connective ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?

The best type of exercise for beginners is the one you'll actually do. Without sounding flippant, the likelihood of keeping up a type of fitness you hate is minimal. But if you find a form of exercise ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. While plenty of ...

Dumbbell squats are one of the must-do strength exercises to build up your legs. They particularly target your glutes, hamstrings, and quads. Start working on your arms with simple exercises like ...

Long-term lifters understand the real importance of leg day (despite how gruelling it may be). Stronger quads help to stabilise our body, power everyday movements, like walking, running and hiking, ...