How To Do Leg Extensions With Perfect Technique (Grow Every Quad Head)

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  • @JeffNippard
    @JeffNippard  5 років тому +125

    Make sure you guys check out my Quad Science Explained video for more insight and detail on other exercises for the quads! ua-cam.com/video/KMnp7y6_sMA/v-deo.html Peace!

    • @Eli-el7mr
      @Eli-el7mr 5 років тому

      oh, cool. new video. Thanks!

    • @Adr1_n
      @Adr1_n 5 років тому

      You are the best Jeff!

    • @comichacker
      @comichacker 5 років тому

      I have one flat feet(right) and one high arched feet. The difference is highly visible and my right foot is UK Size 10 and left is UK size 8.
      This has created alot of problem as I dont have the same amount of dorsi flexion resulting in me falling on my right leg, and thus working right leg have more stimulus and therefore more growth(from quads to glutes,hamstrings and calves). Unless I keep my left foot more forward than the other one and keep place it as straight as possible(as opposed to a slight outward rotation when you have a flat foot). I am only now doing body weight squats for around 15 reps. And I have no idea if continuing this would be safe. Does anyone deal or know how to deal with this problem? Will surgery actually help? And if yes. What are chances of using my legs for hardcore weightlifting(around 3-3.5 times my bodyweight at max genetic potential).

    • @uddesh.m.sahadeo311
      @uddesh.m.sahadeo311 5 років тому

      Does pointing toes inwards/outwards lead to increase shearing of joints?

    • @youreinthematrix87
      @youreinthematrix87 5 років тому

      I usually do squats and the only muscle that grew for me was the Vastus lateralis so I was always wondering where’s my intermedius and medialis so now I understand why.

  • @НикитаПаук-д2в
    @НикитаПаук-д2в 2 роки тому +109

    Cue:
    1) Lower the back
    2) pull Butt down into the seat
    3) toes in or forward
    Mistakes:
    1) not full ROM due to going too heavy or bad set up
    2) not exerting yourself enough (1-2 reps should stay in the tank, no more)!

  • @brenthodges7202
    @brenthodges7202 5 років тому +1898

    I lost it when bro jeff started using straps for the extensions lol

  • @sulezraz
    @sulezraz 2 роки тому +34

    1:01 Best Exercises are Back Squat and especially Front Squat.
    1:45 Load Leg Extension with lighter weight, ~12-20 reps. Add more reps each week until 20 reps reached rather than increasing weight.
    2:29 Why use Leg Extensions? Good for adding volume rather than doing only compound exercises.
    3:28 Hips should be at an angle greater than 90°. Plant butt into seat.
    4:22 Point toes straight ahead or slightly in (Outer Sweep).

    • @SevastianYT
      @SevastianYT 2 роки тому +3

      3 years later finally someone did it tysm 🙏

    • @harambe8372
      @harambe8372 Рік тому

      No listen carefully. Front squat might be better.

  • @ClouduSan
    @ClouduSan 5 років тому +1394

    2:19 I was like "Is he REALLY using straps for leg extensions ?!" and then it all became clear a few seconds later 😂😂

    • @hamadalhamad2089
      @hamadalhamad2089 5 років тому +17

      qpgtyui1 bro Jeff hell yeah

    • @mayvafitness3174
      @mayvafitness3174 5 років тому +6

      I thought the same😂

    • @isaiahc2994
      @isaiahc2994 5 років тому +16

      For real, I thought jeff had gone crazy 😂

    • @satinderjit4
      @satinderjit4 5 років тому +6

      Gotta use them for my gap sessions for my massive dong too.

    • @Ubeogesh
      @Ubeogesh 5 років тому +13

      i do use them there with all seriousness. when you do 3/4 of the rack with 1 leg you need that help to stay in the seat and not cheat

  • @vogias0
    @vogias0 5 років тому +201

    Jeff, could you make a video or a small series about training for teenage years ? Like what safety measures should be taken and some advice that you could give on that, nutrition etc. Informative as always. Keep it up!!!

    • @us3r2u4gefff
      @us3r2u4gefff 2 роки тому +21

      I know I’m 2 years late but Fck it ppl will see it, don’t lift too heavy (weight that you aren’t used to yet) like ego lifting pretty much, depends on nutrition idk abt that I have a shitty diet lol

    • @isaaccrimmins968
      @isaaccrimmins968 2 роки тому +15

      @@us3r2u4gefff I’d say almost every teenager should be on a bulk, unless they have a high body fat %. Mainly because they are still in puberty and still growing regardless of the gym

    • @paneerparanthafan6292
      @paneerparanthafan6292 2 роки тому +1

      @@isaaccrimmins968 great tip for every teenager

    • @seand.5535
      @seand.5535 Рік тому +1

      learn proper form and never skip warm-ups. also wait until your mid-late 20s before you consider doing and steroids unless you're a pro athlete.

  • @the_tangy_squeeze
    @the_tangy_squeeze 2 роки тому +26

    Top-quality content. As a beginner, I work on my quads but neglect my hamstring. It's important to maintain the quads and hamstring ratio to prevent ACL injury. Thank you for pointing this out. I also get knee pain in the right knee.

    • @mitchellw7118
      @mitchellw7118 2 роки тому +2

      Not sure how old you are but if you're around my age group (mid 30s) your body will thank you honestly. I am genetically very blessed with my legs and always have been but developed a habit of doing super heavy everything leg wise but neglecting my hamstrings...a few injuries later I have learned my lesson!!

    • @tyknight6147
      @tyknight6147 2 роки тому +1

      As someone who has torn his ACL three times, I wish I took this into account years ago

  • @jasonvelez7317
    @jasonvelez7317 5 років тому +32

    Jeff, I've been wanting to thank you for some time for the quality of the content you produce (but I never sit still long enough to do it). So now, THANK YOU! I'm new to the UA-cam fitness community but have been training in some capacity for 30 years now (GEEZUS that stings when I think about it!) In all my endeavors you are simply one of, if not The BEST presenters, as well as the most researched and credible, active professionals I have ever had the pleasure to learn from. I absolutely devour your lessons and then use your research and references to build on my foundation of knowledge and experience. Though maybe considered irrelevant to most I absolutely appreciate your ability to articulate your points without trashing established misconceptions or trashing others within the industry. The manner in which you address fallacies and then correct and validate your points is masterful! I absolutely respect what you represent and the manner in which carry your channel. And I am truly grateful for you and your content. It has helped me greatly in repairing years (ok, decades) of damage, and been an integral part of my rehabilitation and evolution. So again, Thank you so much!!!

  • @grimgamer24
    @grimgamer24 5 років тому +224

    2:19 Lol bro Jeff using the straps for leg extensions is the funniest thing I've seen in awhile. 😂

  • @shihabahmed4676
    @shihabahmed4676 5 років тому +220

    One Jeff loves the leg extension and the other Jeff hates it!

  • @RedgraveStrength
    @RedgraveStrength 5 років тому +8

    Anybody else stop what they're doing when Jeff drops a new video? I always learn a ton and appreciate all of the work he does. Keep it up!

  • @connormendez2581
    @connormendez2581 5 років тому +303

    2:55 Jeff Cavaliere wants to know your location

    • @Huffman_Tree
      @Huffman_Tree 5 років тому +34

      Theory and empirical research don't always align. Sometimes you may theorize something in great detail and it will make logical sense (Jeff Cavaliere), but you don't observe the predicted effects in practice (evidence).

    • @Ayayron_e3
      @Ayayron_e3 5 років тому +9

      Jeff unfortunately doesn't know much.

    • @enzofudo7872
      @enzofudo7872 5 років тому +20

      the JEFF is strong in the fitness community
      Cavaliere & Nippard

    • @he6agonzxdv467
      @he6agonzxdv467 5 років тому +96

      @@Ayayron_e3 Jeff is a physical therapist who trains athletes so that's why he errs on the side of caution for lifts. A leg extension isn't "necessary" and lots of people have knee problems, so that's why he doesn't recommend them from an injury-prevention standpoint.

    • @GeneralSouL99
      @GeneralSouL99 5 років тому

      @@he6agonzxdv467 3:10

  • @grapplebutter5666
    @grapplebutter5666 5 років тому +139

    Jeff continues his war against backward ballcaps and thick-framed eyeglasses

  • @AngelVivaldi
    @AngelVivaldi 5 років тому +213

    Nerd Jeff.... 😍

  • @clamum
    @clamum 4 роки тому +9

    I like leg extensions. When I do the regular leg exercises like squats, Bulgarian split squats, lunges, leg press, my hamstrings and glutes are sore as poop but my quads not at all. My trainer said many ppl aren't like that and tend to lift using their quads. So I like leg extensions to actually hit the quads.

  • @Parker_Miller_M.S.
    @Parker_Miller_M.S. 5 років тому +14

    Bro Jeff's technique is 11/10 perfection

  • @markambrose66
    @markambrose66 Рік тому

    Im 3 years late to this vid but this is really the most comprehensive video I've seen on leg extensions explaining then with real context its amazing!

  • @olafdrake
    @olafdrake 5 років тому +49

    5:44 Bro Jeff hyping himself up for the leg extension cracked me up!!

    • @matthewread9001
      @matthewread9001 5 років тому +1

      olaf 5:49 with him just sitting there looking around was funny too

  • @sudhafed
    @sudhafed Рік тому

    I love that you have plenty of life experience (clearly) but also cite real evidence from research to back up your claims! Keep up the great work!

  • @jeongless33
    @jeongless33 5 років тому +56

    So important to push through the limit when it comes to leg extension, the "electric chair".

    • @lionheart93
      @lionheart93 5 років тому +5

      that does little growth. all about the squats like real men

    • @jeongless33
      @jeongless33 5 років тому +2

      @@lionheart93 Of coarse squat and leg press these compound movements should be prioritized

    • @lionheart93
      @lionheart93 5 років тому

      @@jeongless33 whats the best creatine?

    • @Repsforjesus67
      @Repsforjesus67 5 років тому +1

      @@lionheart93 Simple creatine monohydrate mate. Watch Nippard's video on creatine.

  • @StewartFletcher
    @StewartFletcher 5 років тому +7

    Dude's wearin' an argyle sweater at the gym. I love it. Keep it up, Nerd Jeff

  • @googleuser25
    @googleuser25 4 роки тому +11

    This video is perfect, thank you so much! I really struggle with our theoretical textbooks at school, I can't even understanding basic principles. This makes it so much easier for me to fathom. Subbed, liked, new fan ❤️

  • @hockeysurfer84
    @hockeysurfer84 5 років тому +2

    I'm a Doctor of Physical Therapy -- and I am sending this to many physical therapy students. Great Video.

    • @josephprivate1802
      @josephprivate1802 3 роки тому

      If your a physical therapist why do physio hate leg extension but trained sport exsercise science say there good for rebilitation

  • @sarayoussef4900
    @sarayoussef4900 Рік тому

    I'm studying CFT and i Loved the calm way of explaination and muscles anatomy clarification in aside picture. Keep going with more clarifting on anatomical pictures, to know the exact targeteduscles

  • @88foldpath
    @88foldpath 4 місяці тому

    Great for my knee pain. Bad knee feeling a lot better after a few weeks using light weights. Gonna do this for at least 6 months before jumping back into squats after 2 year hiatus.

  • @SonoWave
    @SonoWave 5 років тому +3

    Jeff, I'm literally sitting in my car outside of the gym digesting a larger than normal lunch (plenty of myths on that) while reading about leg day exersise and your technique Tuesday video just alerted me. Thank you for the tips, been following your advice for awhile in my training and I've made significant gains backed by your consice analisys of studies. Very much appreciate the production value you put into your work, keep it up and thanks again.

  • @BlacksterVFX
    @BlacksterVFX 5 років тому +32

    I lost it when Bro Jeff took out the straps 🤣

  • @BobaStang
    @BobaStang 5 років тому +2

    Me and my girl was just about to hit legs today and this popped out! Guess we gonna watch this first!

  • @scorpleeon
    @scorpleeon 5 років тому

    The debut of Nerd Jeff plus Bro Jeff in one vid? Mind blown! Yes I did legs today and am watching on Thursday!

  • @vavisdickers1230
    @vavisdickers1230 2 роки тому +1

    This exercise is a supplement to heavy lifting of squats, brilliant take. I was putting too much weight on these, thanks a lot.

  • @brettbaker1229
    @brettbaker1229 5 років тому +3

    I'll say it now, I'll say it always. This is the only true fitness science channel you need. Great job, Jeff! 👍🇨🇦

  • @ProNinjaBoy88
    @ProNinjaBoy88 5 років тому +45

    i died when gym jeff had airpods in when he had the beats headphones around his neck

  • @jamesbrincefield9879
    @jamesbrincefield9879 3 роки тому +1

    I just tried doing extensions from a similar angle to the one you recommended by putting a weight plate under my thighs and it helped tremendously.

  • @vildanasekavic209
    @vildanasekavic209 4 роки тому +1

    I love the effort put in this video. A little movie with three characters. Very good, thank you

  • @gothops2632
    @gothops2632 5 років тому +2

    Regarding knee extensions, over time they definitely do thin the patellofemoral joint cartilage, which can lead to chronic patellofemoral joint syndrome, which is very painful and very hard to alleviate.

  • @holo6883
    @holo6883 5 років тому +27

    Progressive overload: check
    Enough food: nope
    My kneecaps: **have left the chat**

  • @alexmelchior3737
    @alexmelchior3737 5 років тому +1

    you're really the goat for these technique tuesday. i know you mainly cover workouts on these tuesdays but could you even go over techniques for taking supplements and possibly cover what supplements you recommend?

  • @byronherrera8604
    @byronherrera8604 5 років тому +34

    😂 I love the new nerd parity character please use him more

  • @shauryabisht4157
    @shauryabisht4157 5 років тому +11

    Technique Tuesday's back with a bang....

  • @PepeSi1via
    @PepeSi1via 2 роки тому

    I like what your form breakdown looks like.

  • @AurelienCarnoy
    @AurelienCarnoy 5 років тому

    Your videos keep on getting better.

  • @saketgokhale5951
    @saketgokhale5951 5 років тому +31

    2:21 BRO JEFF HAS ME DEAD

  • @DVRU96
    @DVRU96 5 років тому +3

    Nice sweater Jeff

  • @bastiannicholls7692
    @bastiannicholls7692 3 роки тому

    I loved the video because those are the lil details we expect from a personal trainer, and portraying the wrong ways was super cool, it deffinitely make us do it just right way!!

  • @PalaciosWorldwide
    @PalaciosWorldwide 11 місяців тому

    I'm a 50 yrs old female salsa dancer and want leg definition. This was extremely helpful😊

  • @shin-jo2801
    @shin-jo2801 5 років тому +8

    *Leg extention* exist
    Jeff Nippard : _make a video about it_
    Jeff Cavaliere : *wants to know your Location*

  • @tkdguy93
    @tkdguy93 5 років тому +5

    Fluff exercise? I love leg extensions! Probably my favorite exercise on leg days

  • @kcopara1
    @kcopara1 5 років тому

    There's actually 5 muscles for the quads not 4. The fifth is called the Tensor Vastus intermedius lies over the vastus intermedius. lts
    job is to stabilize the patella during upward and downward
    patella movement (Grob, Ackland et. al.) . I talk about it in my book among many other topics.

  • @ScorpFin
    @ScorpFin 4 місяці тому

    Here for Bro Jeff's routines to incorporate into my workouts, thanks!

  • @miguelangelsotofuentes6537
    @miguelangelsotofuentes6537 2 роки тому +2

    Godamn quads sure burn a lot even when are not close to failure

  • @pablosilva7130
    @pablosilva7130 4 роки тому +3

    I actually do leg extensions but use single leg at a time helps a lot for knee pain and isolates each leg

  • @joeshmoe7967
    @joeshmoe7967 10 місяців тому

    Your 'Gym Bro' vs 'Poindexter' examples are hilarious! Entertaining, while informing at the same time.

  • @dawg4769
    @dawg4769 5 років тому +5

    Perfect Jeff it’s leg day

  • @ArielLynnFitness
    @ArielLynnFitness 5 років тому

    Bro Jeff is my SPIRIT ANIMAL

  • @hopperhelp1
    @hopperhelp1 5 років тому +1

    Good. I can try this for my Squatober challenge. Already have lost a few days so this may help.

  • @NicoIsntHere
    @NicoIsntHere 5 років тому +1

    It is astounding how Jeff puts up all this information together and you can almost tackle every muscle group and we still have people doing 360 no scope ladder stalls in the gym smh 🙄

  • @GeorgeAVGFTW
    @GeorgeAVGFTW 5 років тому +1

    Nice video but you forgot to mention the importance of having a strong vastus medialis which contributes to having healthy knees. In the leg extension you can point your feet outwords to target the VMO.

  • @serenahussain2072
    @serenahussain2072 5 місяців тому

    the wrist straps - In all seriousness I have used them for leg extensions once or twice. Pulling myself into the seat very firmly, I find, helps me get the most out of my sets and reps. Where my fingers/wrist start to weaken eventually from pulling into the seat, straps have given me that little extra help. The only reason I don't do it so much now is cos I know people will think I'm dumb for doing it and yes I do care about that. Secondly I don't go so heavy now on extension, lighter and higher reps like Jeff suggested here, as well as isometric holds and very slow negatives.

  • @nayanchhabhaiya6721
    @nayanchhabhaiya6721 5 років тому +1

    Love you jeff

  • @marcus3696
    @marcus3696 5 років тому +1

    An additional possible benefit that the leg extension provides is reducing potential muscle imbalances, by doing single leg reps.

  • @antonisz.9769
    @antonisz.9769 11 місяців тому +1

    Can only leg extensions grow your quads as much as the other squat movements?(I am asking because due to injury i cant perform squat movements or leg presses )

  • @ayo_k32
    @ayo_k32 5 років тому +3

    I was just thinking too that I need to start focusing on my quads. Perfect timing.

  • @americasariessun5536
    @americasariessun5536 5 років тому +1

    Extensions are good when done correctly- targets great!

  • @okee63
    @okee63 Місяць тому

    I’ve seen two different ortho docs for torn meniscus in my knees and both were adamant not to do leg extensions. Their argument was that having your leg dangling and not planted puts too much pressure on the knee and specifically the acl. I would consult your orthopedic surgeon before doing these.

  • @morecharacterswithamix9067
    @morecharacterswithamix9067 2 роки тому

    I use leg extensions at the end of quad dominant workout. I have plate loaded machine where I use the bottom position. This makes it heavy at the top. Also I do one leg at a time and lower to shy of 90 degrees. That is best way to do this to avoid knee injury.

  • @dextfittv8360
    @dextfittv8360 5 років тому

    Just because of the effort you put into those small example clips I liked the video

  • @jaxonr5209
    @jaxonr5209 5 років тому +10

    That’s Julian Smith’s legs in the thumbnail, I know those legs when I see them

  • @danif1359
    @danif1359 2 роки тому

    This exercice is actually good for the ACL if loaded properly. Focus on many reps and low weight. progress the weight slowly if you have problems. Of course, if you have excruciating knee pain you should consult a PT.

  • @siegfriedschmitz5260
    @siegfriedschmitz5260 Рік тому

    Thanks for the tip with the toes pointing, i will try it.
    I always do 100 Reps with the leg extension. I choose a weight that i can move controlled max 20 times. After the 20 reps, i lower the weight 1 down and make 20 again (no rest, only the few seconds that you need to change the weight). Then lowering again 1, do 20 again. And so on, till you had 5x20 reps. Burns like hell.

  • @roadstar499
    @roadstar499 3 роки тому +1

    i used to get great leg workouts super setting extensions and leg curls then doing squats... seemed to be much better for me then doing them after squats...

  •  5 років тому

    just in time! i'm getting to much knee stress from leg presses, gonnaa switch it up today for better recovery of the joints

  • @EchoErik
    @EchoErik 5 років тому +23

    So what are we calling this new Jeff?

  • @skulled1000
    @skulled1000 5 років тому +4

    Have been hammering this for 5 days and already see the gains! Thanks big Jeff! That leg extension tech👌

  • @hitrapperandartistdababy
    @hitrapperandartistdababy Рік тому +1

    So soldier through the burning sensation? Got it 👍🏻

  • @prathapprathap2383
    @prathapprathap2383 4 роки тому

    U actually deserve the name Jeff nippard

  • @stephensattler6662
    @stephensattler6662 5 років тому +13

    Nerd Jeff's GYM CROCS >

  • @Superzaldor
    @Superzaldor 4 роки тому

    Bro Jeff really was on fire in this video.

  • @MrDesertmike
    @MrDesertmike 5 років тому

    Best series on the net💥💥💥🏆🏆

  • @j9717j
    @j9717j 2 роки тому +1

    Could you theoretically build your quads by only using leg extensions??

  • @jedinxf7
    @jedinxf7 5 місяців тому

    so true about the deceptive RPE of knee extensions. if you're doing a set of 15 to near failure it already hurts at 10 lol, but the reps don't get a lot harder, just a constant feeling of ouch

  • @aniou8126
    @aniou8126 3 роки тому +1

    I thought leg extensions were a bad exercise as they put lots of shearing force on the knee? Is there an alternative that would be a safer way to build quads?

  • @9999rockey
    @9999rockey 5 років тому

    Getting pain in lower groin while coming up in squats . So please make one video on legs without squats.

  • @kevinm7523
    @kevinm7523 5 місяців тому

    When I do extensions I've found that doing 100 slow reps low weight with drop set if necessary, to really warm up my quads. Then I'll start around 150 to 200 lbs and do however many reps is possible, and drop set the weight 10-15 pounds until I get all the way down the stack, with this method I grew my legs strong and large within a year

  • @lucyberg4811
    @lucyberg4811 4 роки тому +1

    Nerdy, overly strict Jeff and Bro Jeff were killinggg it in this video 😂

  • @KickingwithKara
    @KickingwithKara 3 роки тому

    The different outfits for the bad form shots are hilarious :). Great vid as always

  • @potapotapotapotapotapota
    @potapotapotapotapotapota 2 роки тому

    And if you want to isolate the rectus femoris I would highly recommend doing these lying down. You might feel an intense stretch that will be painful, but that's because that muscle isn't used to exercising its full range of motion, especially if you do seated knee extensions all the time. So if you feel pain, just drop the weight as you retrain your body to stretch out the muscle rather than the tendons.

  • @Firmly_grasp_it
    @Firmly_grasp_it 5 років тому +7

    Just in Time for tomorrow’s leg day!!! Hope you had a great birthday bro!!
    Only bro Jeff could pull off using straps on a leg extension

  • @kevinm7523
    @kevinm7523 2 місяці тому

    I almost always start every day with extensions, I usually start on the lower weight area doing between 50-100 reps, take a few min to recover then go up slowly and then de-load slowly from max getting another 100 reps from my max down to my warm up weight totalling 200 reps, this usually takes about 15 min and my energy is high, my growth hormone and my motivation are all high to do whatever the days lifting entails

  • @freshestemo
    @freshestemo 5 років тому +1

    Nerd Jeff and ‘Bro’ Jeff.. 😂😂. Classic. Love it

  • @vishalpandey7775
    @vishalpandey7775 5 років тому +1

    Hy jeff !hope you answer mu query this time. Is carb cycling good for gaining muscles rather than bulking phase . As during bulking we also gain fat and while we shred our fat during cutting the actual muscle gain is 2 -3 pounds and in carb cyling we can gain muscle with less fat. Hope you answer my query🙏

  • @GinoBrouwers
    @GinoBrouwers 5 років тому +4

    Jeff, thanks for stimulating both my brain AND my humor with this one 😂 #LongLiveBroJeff

  • @Ripcraze
    @Ripcraze 4 роки тому

    Leg extensions gives me the best burns ever, love doing them.

  • @filipzivkovic4866
    @filipzivkovic4866 5 років тому +1

    What's your opinion on sissy squats? Do you think they are worth including in a program?

  • @raphaelcosta4362
    @raphaelcosta4362 5 років тому

    Jeff please talk about the best sneakers avaliable to use at the gym and prevent injuries.
    Greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷

  • @isaiahc2994
    @isaiahc2994 5 років тому

    Nerd Jeff the best new addition

  • @domo2685
    @domo2685 5 років тому

    Thank you! I have this machine at home and i was scared to do it but now im gonna do it

  • @paulhayes7972
    @paulhayes7972 5 років тому +1

    Loving the sheer amount of great content recently!

  • @slackerm1
    @slackerm1 5 років тому

    Brohamster Jeff busting out those Cain Velasquez style extensions

  • @ChadFeldheimer
    @ChadFeldheimer 5 років тому +1

    I'm pretty sure "1." in the thumbnail is sartorious not one of the 4 quadriceps?

  • @lobbb1497
    @lobbb1497 2 роки тому

    thanks man been trying to hit them more optimally