In most workout splits, one to two dedicated leg days per week is common, but it really all depends on your fitness level and ...

Contrary to what you may think, you don't need heavy weights to build leg strength. While a set of dumbbells can be a helpful tool while training, it's also possible to strengthen your quads, calves, ...

Think barbell back squats are the only way to grow a mammoth lower body? Guess again. While powerlifters swear by this powerful compound move, it's not exactly the be-all, end-all for growing leg ...

I love a tough leg day workout. I'm all about deadlifts and the many types of squats to challenge all the lower body muscles. Still, I often find myself doing the same moves on repeat and could use an ...

Your legs are, quite literally, your body’s foundation. They have the difficult job of carrying the weight of the rest of your body, and everything from standing up to jumping requires a coordinated ...

Bed exercises for seniors, trainer Michael Betts shares 5 moves to rebuild lower-body strength after 60, no gym needed.

This gentle yet powerful seated movement is becoming a favorite among fitness experts for improving leg stamina, mobility, ...

Hold a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs. Hinge at the hips—keeping a slight bend in the knee—as you lower the ...

Chair exercises for leg strength after 65, 6 no-strain moves from certified trainer Michael Betts, with form cues and sets.

Incorporating lunges into your leg day routine has numerous benefits, setting the stage for increased performance in military training and overall durability. Lunges should be a staple of leg workouts ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?

Run faster and more efficiently with these moves.