Leg Warmup Exercises
- On the same day, always train the legs BEFORE training any other muscle group
- On the same day, never train your legs before any other serious activity involving a lot of heavy leg work, such as a football match or a running race
- Be sure to warm up entirely with gentle jogging or cycling (or similar) before attempting to do the leg warm-up exercises shown above
- So there is a preliminary warm-up before the above leg warm-up exercises. You should begin to do some pilates, muscle stretching, and dynamic stretching as soon as you feel warmed up
- You can do some more stretches immediately following the leg warm-ups
- Squats are included in the above warm-up section because they engage big muscles, burn lots of energy, and generate lots of heat
- Next, you can start working on more leg muscle isolation exercises – Quads, Hams, Calves, Glutes, etc
- Then, it is time (if you still have enough time and energy) to start on the other areas, such as Back, Shoulders, Biceps, and Triceps
- Don’t hit your Abdominals until right at the end! This is so important! The order of exercise execution is just as important as correct form
Why is training the Legs in the gym so important? (and why is ‘Leg Day’ so unpopular?)
Leg day is often considered the most challenging workout, but it’s crucial for overall fitness. Strong legs provide a foundation for almost all physical activities, improving balance, stability, and power. Neglecting leg day can lead to muscle imbalances, decreased performance in other exercises, and a higher risk of injury. While squats, lunges, and deadlifts might be tough, they’re essential for building lower-body strength and reaping the full benefits of your fitness routine.
