The Knee Learning Resource
Straight leg raises work and strengthen the quads.
In case you cannot see the video, here is a still sequence -
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Lie on your back, with your back supported on pillows. Rest with your legs out straight. |
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Keeping your knee straight, slowly lift the one leg. |
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Hold it up for a count of five and the slowly lower it down again. |
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Change legs and start to raise the other leg. |
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Do the same as before. When this exercise seems too easy try increasing the number of repetitions. You can also add ankle weights, starting at 500g. |
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