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Standing Single Leg Quadriceps Stretch

Standing Single Leg Quadriceps Stretch

Strengthen your quadriceps with a one-legged standing stretch. Lift one foot behind you and hold onto it with your hand. This exercise targets the quadriceps while enhancing balance.

Video details

  • Duration
    • 0-10 Mins
  • Intensity
    • Low
  • Male/Female
    • Female
  • Skills
    • Easy
  • Body Part
    • Lower Body
  • Genre
    • Stretch & Mobilise
    • Preventative Health
    • Healthy Ageing
    • Msk
    • Everyday Wellbeing
  • Equipment
    • No Equipment
    • Bodyweight

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