Seated Knee Extension

Difficulty

Beginner

Position

Seated

Type

Isometrics

Sides

Both sides

Hold time

60 s per set in our routines

How to do the Seated Knee Extension

1. Sit tall near the front of a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor and hold the sides of the seat.
2. Slowly straighten one knee until your leg is level with the floor, flexing your foot.
3. Pause for a moment and squeeze the muscles at the front of your thigh.
4. Lower the foot back down slowly, then repeat and switch legs.

Tips

• Move slowly in both directions and keep your back tall.

Adjustments

• Straighten the knee only partway if a full extension feels uncomfortable.

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