Leg Extensions with Resistance Bands (Sitting)

Targets the quadriceps.

Place your left foot through one handle of the band. Rest the bottom of your right foot on the band and leave enough band for your left leg to pull, the rest of the band on the ground to the right of your right foot. Hold your left leg by resting one hand over your other hand, palms up underneath the back of your left knee, and your arms straight. Your left leg is bent at a 90 degree angle as it hovers off the ground while your right leg is bent at a 90 degree angle and makes contact with the ground. Straighten your left leg. Return to the starting position, opposing the pull of the band.

Place your right foot through one handle of the band. Rest the bottom of your left foot on the band and leave enough band for your right leg to pull, the rest of the band on the ground to the left of your left foot. Hold your right leg by resting one hand over your other hand, palms up underneath the back of your right knee, and your arms straight. Your right leg is bent at a 90 degree angle as it hovers off the ground while your left leg is bent at a 90 degree angle and makes contact with the ground. Straighten your right leg. Return to the starting position, opposing the pull of the band.

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