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Lower body Exercises

Define, tone and support your lower body with these simple lower body exercises 

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Single Leg Glute Bridge

glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps

A lower body exercise that strengthens the glutes, hamstrings, and core while promoting hip stability and improving lower body strength

Knee to wall stretch

Soleus, gastrox

Enhances movement and reduces stiffness in the ankle and calf.

Inner thigh lifts

adductors

An isolation exercise targeting the adductors, a key muscle group not to be overlooked.

Lunge

Glutes, quadriceps, hamstring

A compound exercise to tone the lower limb whilst also improving pelvic coordination and control.

Lateral band walk

Glutes, abductors

A lower body exercise that strengthens the glutes and hip muscles to improve stability, balance, and movement control

Clamshell stretch

glutes, abductors

Strengthens the gluteus medius and other hip stabilisers to improve hip stability.

Side squat

Glutes

A functional lower body exercise that targets the glutes, quadriceps, and inner thighs while improving lower limb strength and mobility

Squat

quadriceps, glutes, hamstring

A fundamental compound exercise that strengthens the glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, and core to enhance lower body strength and functional movement

Straight leg calf raise

Gastrocnemius

An isolation exercise that strengthens the calf muscles, improving ankle stability, balance, and lower limb endurance

Bent leg calf raise

Soleus

An isolation exercise helping to improve hip stability, pelvic control, and lower-limb alignment.

Glute bridge

glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps

A lower body exercise that strengthens the glutes, hamstrings, and core while promoting hip stability and improving lower body strength

If you have pain that persists with any exercise, stop and contact your local GP if you are worried

Disclaimer:
The information provided on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before starting any new exercise program.

 

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