Best Thigh Exercises for a Bad Knee

nestr001 · May 2011

Hi All,

Just wondering if anyone had suggestions as to what are the best thigh exercises for someone with a bad knee...I tried the squats but they really aggravate my knee...Thanks for your suggestions!

skinnymama157 · May 2011

I would also love to know some ideas! I am limping around for days after squats or lunges... thanks for posting this!

JMCade · May 2011

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baisleac · May 2011

Extensions and presses. I use resistance bands for both.

Immediately post-injury or for extremely weak knees - http://www.physioadvisor.com.au/8119350/knee-strengthening-exercises-knee-rehabilitation.htm

Others. Form is crucial:

http://www.sportsinjuryclinic.net/strengthening/knee.php

http://www.weight-lifting-complete.com/knee-strengthening-exercises.html

bizco · May 2011

Lie down on the floor, on your side, with legs straight and stacked. Put a heavy dumbbell on the top leg's thigh and do leg raises for the number of desired repetitions. Switch legs.

Lie down on the floor, on your side, with legs straight and stacked. Raise the top leg up about a foot. Put a dumbbell on the lower leg's thigh and raise it up to meet the other leg. Switch legs.

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