Whether you realize it or not, your quads work hard all day, every day. So, your quads deserve some extra attention to keep them functioning at peak performance, and no leg day is complete without ...

The best quad exercises are those that strengthen your upper leg muscles and create a steady foundation for your whole body. Quads are an extremely important group of muscles that help you raise your ...

Building strong, muscular quads is best done with a combination of compound exercises—squats, lunges, leg presses—and isolation work, such as leg extensions. Tack on some powerful plyometric moves, ...

The longest bones in your body are your femurs, which are located within your upper legs. Connected to your femurs are your quadriceps, which are behind practically every movement that you do. This is ...

Ready for leg day? I’ve already shared my favorite exercises for hamstrings and for your glutes (a.k.a. your butt). It’s time to tackle the main muscle group we think of when we think of legs: the ...

Richelle Weeks posted that unweighted squats, or even squats with a light dumbbell, aren’t challenging enough to help runners get stronger quads. Instead, she recommends using these five moves, below, ...

BOSTON - Researchers have found that there are certain exercises people with knee arthritis can do to reduce their need for joint replacement. Experts said to focus on the quadriceps muscles, the ...