Legs
Different leg exercises target different muscles. These can be grouped into three groups; hips, thighs, and calves. A good leg workout routine will incorporate muscles from each group. Here are the main muscles from each group:
- Hips
- Gluteus Maximus (Butt)
- Abductors
- Hip Flexors
- Deep Hip External Rotators
- Thighs (Upper Leg)
- Quadriceps (Front Thigh)
- Hamstrings (Rear Thigh)
- Hip Adductors
- Calves (Lower Leg)
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Tibialis Anterior (Shin)
- Popliteus (Knee Flexor)
Here are the best exercises, tips, and nutritional information for building your leg muscles.
Leg ExercisesIncludes the best leg exercises such as the rack squat, lunge, leg press, and more. More... |
Leg WorkoutShows how to incorporate the leg exercises into your workout routine. More... |
Workout TipsGet the most out of your leg workout with these free workout tips. More... |
Nutrition FactsLose more fat by choosing the right food. Here, you'll find nutrition facts a wide range of nutritious (and not so nutritious) foods. More... |