Step-ups are a great way to train single-leg strength, balance, and coordination. Start by standing to the right of a bench, ...

When walking, the muscles in the lower legs are working hard, contracting vigorously over and over again. When muscles contract they expend lots of energy, much more than at rest, and the demand ...

When it comes to gym machines, the leg press is an excellent choice for isolating your lower body. As a compound exercise that hits multiple lower-body muscle groups, it's also a great way to work ...

Lower leg muscles, including the gastrocnemius and soleus that form the calf complex, contract during the toe-off phase of walking and help control ankle movement throughout the gait cycle.

I adore the leg press, as it’s great for targeting all the different muscles in the lower body, plus, you can continually work to improve strength as more and more weight can be added over time.

The result: pain in the back, buttocks or legs. In fact, Dr. Prather says up to 25% of this type of pain is incorrectly categorized as spinal or back muscle pain, so it’s improperly treated. Dr ...

Think of the leg press as your lower body pushing platform. You sit in a fixed position (usually at a 45-degree angle) with your back supported, place your feet on a platform and push the weight ...

You should feel the muscles in your lower leg stretch as you hold the position. Hold for 20 seconds, then stand straight and relax. Repeat three times for each leg.