Muscle Group
Quadriceps Exercises
The quadriceps is a four-headed muscle on the front of your thigh responsible for knee extension. Strong quads are essential for athletic performance and everyday movements like walking and climbing stairs.
Quadriceps Training Tips
Expert advice for maximizing your results
Full range of motion maximizes quad development
Include both compound and isolation movements
Front foot elevated split squats target quads intensely
Don't neglect the vastus medialis (teardrop muscle)
All Quadriceps Exercises
Browse 227 exercises targeting your quadriceps
All Fours Quad Stretch
Quadriceps
Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound
Quadriceps
Atlas Stone Trainer
Lower Back
Atlas Stones
Lower Back
Axle Deadlift
Lower Back
Backward Drag
Quadriceps
Balance Board
Calves
Barbell Deadlift
Lower Back
Barbell Full Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Hack Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Lunge
Quadriceps
Barbell Side Split Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Squat To A Bench
Quadriceps
Barbell Step Ups
Quadriceps
Barbell Walking Lunge
Quadriceps
Bear Crawl Sled Drags
Quadriceps
Bench Jump
Quadriceps
Bench Sprint
Quadriceps
Bent Press
Abdominals
Bicycling
Quadriceps
Bicycling, Stationary
Quadriceps
Bodyweight Squat
Quadriceps
Bodyweight Walking Lunge
Quadriceps
Box Jump (Multiple Response)
Hamstrings
Box Skip
Hamstrings
Box Squat
Quadriceps
Box Squat with Bands
Quadriceps
Box Squat with Chains
Quadriceps
Cable Deadlifts
Quadriceps
Related Muscle Groups
These muscles often work together with your chest
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about quadriceps training
What is the best exercise for quads?
Barbell squats are considered the king of quad exercises, but leg press, lunges, and leg extensions are also highly effective.
How deep should I squat?
Squat as deep as your mobility allows while maintaining a neutral spine. Parallel or below parallel maximizes quad activation.
Why are my quads smaller than my hamstrings?
This could be due to squat depth, stance width, or simply not including enough quad-dominant exercises like front squats and leg extensions.
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