View Full Version : Anyone got tough leg exercises for maximal strength?
ricedice
Jun 13, 2007, 09:06 PM
I've notice most leg exercises consist of high repittions or plyometrics.
The only exercises i know for max strength, are the 1 leg squat and glute-ham-raise.
So anyone got any ideas for bodyweight leg exercises for max strength.
Thanks
Moonduck
Jun 14, 2007, 01:50 AM
Russian Hamstring curls
Step-ups onto high box
Jumps onto high box (helps with force production)
Frankly, if you want serious leg strength, grab a barbell and squat. Don't limit yourself to one training modality.
cheesedog
Jun 14, 2007, 03:09 AM
Second what Moonduck said. If for some reason you don't have access to weights or are just dead set against them, there are a few you can do.
One leg squats, AKA Pistols.
One Leg hamstring curls with bench or swiss ball
One leg hyperextensions
One leg deadlift
Split Squat
Lunges with front foot on step
Glute Ham raise
Plyometric moves like high jumps, broad jumps, jumps onto boxes or over boxes, one legged jumps.
Hill Sprints
Stair Sprints, especially doing 2 or 3 steps at a time
This should give you some ideas.
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