Leg Extension, Standing

Starting Position

• stand up straight on both legs
• lift one leg and angle it to 90 degrees
• the thigh is parallel to the ground then
• hold the head in extension to the spine
• hold the hands in the hips

Correct Execution

• stretch out the upper leg as far as possible without moving the thigh
• try to bring it into the horizontal until you feel a stretch in the back side of your thigh
• hold the body as stable as possible, only the calf is moving
• come back into the starting position slowly
• repeat the thighs exercise several times