Friday, July 22, 2011

Back To Basics: Best Leg Exercise

Squats, Squats and Squats.

Ready to get those legs into better shape than they've ever been in? Then you're going to have to give up some of your treadmill time and trade it in for some squat-tastic exercises.

Purpose

At the core of squats is strengthening your leg muscles. Specifically, squats strengthen your quadriceps and your hamstrings. By giving these muscles an extra helping of strength, you strengthen the muscles that support your knees, ultimately helping your knees avoid injury. Strong knees help you avoid injury during your daily routine, as well as on the athletic field. As squats also require you to maintain good balance, you'll also give your core a bit of a workout, while increasing your flexibility at the same time. Because of all these benefits, many consider squats to be one of the most useful and necessary pieces of any weight-lifting puzzle.

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