What is the anatomy and function of the quadriceps muscles? Read on to learn more about this muscle group, including common injuries and strengthening exercises.

Quadriceps anatomy We often talk about our quadriceps, or quads, as if it’s just one solid muscle. But your quadriceps femoris is actually a group of four muscles located at the front of your thigh.

Long-term lifters understand the real importance of leg day (despite how gruelling it may be). Stronger quads help to stabilise our body, power everyday movements, like walking, running and hiking ...

13 Quad Exercises That Make Leg Day a Whole Lot Spicier Fitness trainers explain the importance of incorporating quad exercises into your fitness routine, plus the best exercises to try.

Strengthen and tone your thighs with this powerful quad-focused yoga pose! Perfect for building lean muscle, boosting leg ...

Build massive quads without relying on the leg extension machine. Powerlifting coach Joseph Lucero shares squats, ...

2. Seated leg extension The last few degrees needed for full leg extension come from a muscle in the quads called the vastus medialis. This exercise will help strengthen your quads.

These quads exercises, including lunge and squat variations, work the fronts of your thighs to help build a strong lower-body at home with minimal equipment.

Leg press exercises can be modified for different goals based on your foot position, trainers say. Variations can target your glutes, hamstrings, or quads to build muscle and strength.

Ready for leg day? I’ve already shared my favorite exercises for hamstrings and for your glutes (a.k.a. your butt). It’s time to tackle the main muscle group we think of when we think of legs ...