Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Avoiding Chicken Legs

Leg day :  The most neglected day to some, the most dreaded by others. 

Follow this routine, go in head strong, and be a beast!

Squats : 3  x 8-12 
The Best Compound Movement for Core/Leg Development and Strength

Calf Raises : 4 x 25
Avoid Chicken Legs 


  • Don a weighted vest, grab some dumbbells, or find a barbell and go heavy on Calf Raises. 
  • Alternate between having feet together, in a militant stance, and having them at shoulder width apart. This will hit different angles.


Lunges : 3 x 15 (per leg)
Build up Your Hamstrings and Quads


  • Grab some Kettle Bells to add resistance
  • Lunges are a movement that require a good deal of balance, so initially you may need to use body weight and hold onto a 


Leg Extensions : 4 x 10-15
Get Big Quads with Heavy Leg Extensions


  • Isolate each leg by doing single leg extensions. 
  • Concentrate on your quad as you perform each rep, going to the best of your ability on every rep. 

Slow and steady - this isn't a race. As always is the case - remember to stretch properly both before and after you lift to aid in preventing injury, growing in range of motion, and assist in recovery time.

For additional Work Out routines and tips on Gaining Muscle.

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