Calf Raises (Knees Bent)

Seated Calf Raises

There are several different exercises in order to strengthen the knees. Some examples include "Wall slide", "Bent-Leg Raises", "Straight-Leg Raises", "Abductor Raise" or "Hamstring Curls".

Some beneficial exercises for any knee problems are leg curls, straight-leg raises, bent-leg raises, and step ups. Also stretching helps with any stiffness or achy joints.

Some popular leg exercises are squats, lunges, calf raises, leg extensions. All of the exercises listed can be done with out without weights. Also stretching is essential to all exercises to reduce the risk of injury.

Stretching exercises increase flexibility of the quadriceps, hip flexors, and hamstrings. Strengthening exercises such as short arc leg extensions, straight leg raises, quadriceps isometric exercises, and stationary bicycling are also recommended.