This exercise is inner range quads and its aim is to improve the strength of the muscles on the front of your thighs.

You can perform this exercise in lying or in long sitting, either on the floor, your sofa or on your bed.

Start by placing a rolled up towel or foam roller underneath the knee of the leg you will be working. Then tighten up your quad muscles by contracting them, causing your knee to straighten, and then slowly return back to the start position. When returning to the start position make sure you are in control during the movement and the leg doesn’t drop back down, as you will not be working the quad muscles as much. The back of your knee should remain in contact with the towel or foam roller throughout.

Follow your rehab programme for the suggested reps and sets to perform.
This exercise is really important in working the quadricep muscles at the end of range, and to make sure you have full extension of the knee.

If you find this exercise too tough to perform you may find it more suitable completing the ‘Static Quads’ exercise, or if you found it too easy you may find the ‘Resisted Knee Extension’ exercise a little more challenging. We have videos for both of these exercises.