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Split · 6 exercises

Leg Workout for Beginners

Dumbbell squats, leg press, hip thrusts and calf raises: simple moves for stronger legs and glutes.

Where
Gym
Level
Beginner-friendly
Equipment
Dumbbell · Machine · Bench

The 6 exercises

    • Glutes
    • Quads
    • Hamstrings

    Dumbbell Squat

    Dumbbell

    • Sit down between your heels
    • Whole foot on the floor
    • Arms just hang
    Technique guide →
    • Quads
    • Hamstrings
    • Glutes

    45 Degrees Leg Press Machine

    Machine

    • Lower back and glutes stay on the pad
    • Never lock your knees
    • Push through the whole foot
    Technique guide →
    • Hamstrings

    Machine Lying Leg Curl

    Machine

    • Hips stay on the pad
    • Curl all the way, lower slowly
    • Knees in line with the pivot of the machine
    Technique guide →
    • Glutes

    Hip Thrusts

    Bench · Body weight

    • Push through your heels
    • Chin down, ribs down
    • Stop when your hips are level
    Technique guide →
    • Calves

    Standing Calf Raise

    Body weight

    • Full range
    • Pause at the top and bottom
    • Weight on the ball of your foot
    Technique guide →
    • Upper abs
    • Lower abs

    Dead Bug

    Body weight

    • Lower back glued to the floor
    • Opposite arm and leg
    • Slow and small beats fast and far
    Technique guide →

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