Terminal Knee Extension

Body region

• Legs

Muscles

Main

• Rectus Femoris
• Vastus Lateralis
• Vastus Medialis
• Vastus Intermedius

Helps

• Gluteus Maximus

Holds

• Gastrocnemius
• Soleus

Equipment

• Resistance Band

Technique

1. Anchor a band at knee height and step into the loop so it sits behind one knee, facing the anchor with tension.
2. Start with the knee slightly bent and feet hip-width.
3. Straighten the knee against the band by squeezing the quadriceps, hold briefly, then bend slowly; switch legs.

Cues

• Focus on the muscle above the inner knee.
• Keep the foot flat and heel down.

Common mistakes

• Locking the knee aggressively.
• Letting the hip shift back instead of the knee straightening.

Alternatives

• Cable Terminal Knee Extension
• Leg Extension