Group: General Fitness & Exercise

General Fitness & Exercise
Created: 2011/12/31, Members: 379, Messages: 54577

Various general exercise related discussions. Find out what it takes to reach your fitness goals through daily effective exercise. With so many options we try to find out what works best.

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theaznguy1187
theaznguy1187
Posts: 51
Joined: 2001/06/24
United States
2001/08/05, 10:31 PM
ive been doin some leg extensions instead of leg press for growth reasons, ever since leg extensions ive experienced bruises and pain in my knees. whats wrong?
the_w8lifter
the_w8lifter
Posts: 138
Joined: 2001/08/03
United States
2001/08/06, 02:32 PM
From a guy that had knee surgery twice, I understand. A common mistake is to let the legs bend too far back. This can over extend the ligaments in the knee. Also, a good warmup is good. You mention leg extensions and leg presses, but what about the squat?? Nothing is better for your legs. Also do some lunges. I prefer Smith Machine lunges for stability and comfort.
BillK
BillK
Posts: 361
Joined: 2000/12/26
United States
2001/08/07, 05:42 PM
Be sure you using weight that you can control. Leg extension is the bread and butter for the front thigh. However you shouldn't quit doing leg presses.


~billk~