while sitting in a chair, straighten your leg and hold for 6 seconds. then lower your leg and rest for up to 10 seconds.
repeat 8 to 12 times with each leg. do every day, up to 3 times a day.
when this thigh-strengthening exercise becomes easy, you can add a light weight to your ankle.
current as of: february 26, 2023
author: healthwise staff clinical review board all healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.
clinical review board all healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.