Upper Leg Exercises

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Upper Leg Exercises

Add some variety to your fitness routine with these upper and lower leg exercises from The American Council on Exercise. We have a large selection of leg exercises that will will help you strengthen and build muscle throughout your legs including your hamstrings, thighs, shin and calf muscles. Start taking advantage of this free information today! If you are looking for full workout routines that incorporate these leg exercises, check out our Workouts section.

Dumbbell Step-up
Target Body Part: Butt/Hips,Legs - Thighs
Equipment Needed: Dumbbells,Raised Platform/Box
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Alternate Leg Push-off

Target Body Part: Butt/Hips,Legs - Calves and Shins,Legs - Thighs
Equipment Needed: Raised Platform/Box
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Box Jumps
Target Body Part: Butt/Hips,Legs - Calves and Shins,Legs - Thighs
Equipment Needed: Raised Platform/Box
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Single Leg Push-off
Target Body Part: Butt/Hips,Legs - Calves and Shins,Legs - Thighs
Equipment Needed: Raised Platform/Box
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Lateral Over Unders
Target Body Part: Abs,Butt/Hips,Legs - Thighs
Equipment Needed: No Equipment,Raised Platform/Box
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