Exercises aimed at thighs are often neglected for other muscles in the legs and in the body. However, thigh exercises can be very beneficial, from helping you walk easier and without pain to making activities and fatigue less pronounced. Here is a list of many thigh exercises you can use in a dedicated routine or to integrate in your own.
Swiss Ball Thigh Dips
Place a swiss ball between you and a wall, with your back against it. Move from a leaning position (with your arms and feet slightly in front of you) to a seating position, or as far down as you can go. For additional resistance, you may use dumbbells or any type of weights.
Killer Squats (and variation)
Perform a squat movement with just one leg. Use a stationary object if you can't do it at first. For a variation, use a swiss ball between you and a wall and perform the same movement with one leg.
Dumbbell Lunges
Perform the lunge movement with dumbbells in hand. Alternate legs.
Lunge Jumps
Leap into the air from the lunge position. Alternate legs.
Giant Jumps
Jump on and off a ledge. Be careful to choose one within your level of fitness.
Invisible Chair
With your back against a wall, hold a seating position as long as possible. Hold dumbbells or any type of weights for additional resistance.
Medicine Ball Squat Jump
Squat and jump as high as possible with a medicine ball in both hands.
Medicine Ball Squats
Perform a squat holding a medicine ball in both hands.
Step Ups
Step up and down from a step, bringing your body completely up and down from the step. Use one leg to begin the step. Alternate legs.
Running Nowhere
In the pushup position, alternate pushing your legs off with forces towards your chest.
Use these exercises when you have some spare time. Or, you can track your progress and develop a workout routine from these exercises for better results.
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