Here are 3 at home leg exercises you can incorporate into your at home exercise routine. Often we forget to do different exercises from the regular squats and lunges. The 3 exercises below are sometimes forgotten by personal trainers as well!

Keep in mind these are medium level exercises and should not be performed by beginners. 

*Always be sure to complete a proper warm up before starting your routine and check with a physician before starting any physical weight training and cardio and or fitness program.

At Home Leg Exercise #1:

Step back lunge with alternating leg lift or waist high kick.

Start by stepping back on one leg and slowly sink into a lunge. Keep the weight on the front leg. Then step forward and raise the opposing leg to perform a kick. Focus on good balance and control. Complete 2 to 3 sets of 10-12 reps per leg.

At Home Leg Exercise #2:

Side to side lunge with hand to ground touch.

Lateral movements are pivotal to routines and this is the most common exercise forgotten by trainers in my opinion. Go slowly and not too deep when you start these lunges. Slowly bend forward and touch the ground on each side to complete each rep. Try 2 sets of 8-12 reps per side.

At Home Leg Exercise #3:

Side 90 degree mini lift planks.

This is another good mobile plank to target the obligues and glutes. Start on your side and put a cushion under your elbow and knee. If it’s too hard to life the top leg, simply hold the plank from knee to elbow in a static position. Try 2 sets of 30 seconds per side.

So there you have it, 3 at home leg exercises that are sometimes even forgotten by the pros! Give them a try or if you want more guidance, feel free to get in touch and we can show you how to do them and more!

Cheers,

North Van Mobile Personal Trainers