Leg Extension (TRX / Suspension Trainer)

A suspension-based isolation exercise for the quadriceps using a seated leg extension motion. Targets the front thigh with minimal joint stress.

Instructions

1. Sit on the ground facing the TRX anchor point with legs extended
2. Place your feet in the foot cradle of the straps
3. Support yourself with your hands behind you on the ground
4. Extend one or both legs forward, straightening your knees
5. Contract your quadriceps fully at the top of the movement
6. Bend your knees to return to the starting position
7. Maintain core tension and avoid excessive lower back extension
8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Tips

• Keep your shoulders engaged and chest upright
• The movement is isolated to the knee joint
• You can perform this unilaterally (one leg at a time) or bilaterally (both legs)
• Increase difficulty by reducing hand support
• Breathe out during the extension, breathe in during the return
• Control the return; avoid letting gravity lower your legs quickly
• Feel the quadricep contraction, not strain in the knee joint