Having a strong, toned physique as you age is importantespecially when it comes to your legs.
With warmer weather on the horizon, havingsleek, fit legswill look great with everything you wear.
Plus, you’ll be ready for any water sports you might want to jump on!
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“As we age, we begin to lose muscle.
Leg strengthening exercises will work some of the major muscles in your body!
Keeping your legs strong will improve your overall quality of life.”
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Paddleboarding and water skiing, here you come!
Squats
According to Parolini, squats are hands-down one of the top leg-strengthening moves you could possibly do.
A squat replicates sitting down and standing up!"
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Press through both feet to return to standing.
verify to maintain a soft bend in both knees to ensure you don’t lock out both legs.
9 Best Exercises for Men To Get Bigger, Stronger Legs
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Deadlifts
The deadlift is another compound move that’ll work your entire body.
It also happens to be the strongest lift you might include in your routine.
“The deadlift will hit the entire posterior chain including the hamstrings, glutes, and back muscles.
To perform a basic barbell deadlift, a loaded barbell should be in front of you.
Bring your body back as if you’re about to sit down,WebMDinstructs.
Take hold of the barbell, and press your hips forward to standing.
For balance, push both feet into the ground.
Maintain a strong core and straight back as you stand.
Then, hinge your hips back as you lower the barbell back to the floor.
Rowing
Another exercise that’s mostly leg-driven is rowing.
This full range of motion keeps the joints fluid which aids in healthy movement off of the ERG.”
