Glossary

Quadriceps

The quadriceps are the four muscles on the front of your thigh.

Main movers in squats, leg presses, and lunges. Trained directly with leg extensions.

Also known as

quads, quad

Hamstrings
The hamstrings are the three muscles running down the back of your thigh.
Glutes
The glutes are the muscles of your backside — gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus.
Adductors
The adductors are the muscles on the inside of your thigh that pull your legs back together.

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