What are the best exercises for quads?

Top exercises for the quads include Leg Extension, Barbell Bench Front Squat, Barbell Bench Squat.

How do I build bigger quads?

Focus on progressive overload with compound and isolation exercises. Aim for 10-15 sets per week.

How many quads exercises are available?

We have 38 exercises that target the quads.

Quads Exercises

Build stronger quads with these 38 targeted exercises. Complete instructions and form tips included.

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Quads Exercises

Leg Extension

Barbell Bench Front Squat

Barbell Bench Squat

Barbell Overhead Squat

Barbell Side Split Squat

Barbell Wide Squat

Bodyweight Squat

Dumbbell Goblet Squat

Dumbbell Stepup Lunge

Dumbbell Supported Squat

Farmers Walk (Distance)

Farmers Walk (Time)

Sissy Squat

Smith Chair Squat

Split Squats

Squat Jerk

Squat to Overhead Reach

Suspended Split Squat

Weighted Sissy Squat

Alternate Leg Press

Backward Jump

Balance Board

Barbell Clean and Press

Barbell Single Leg Split Squat

Barbell Single Leg Squat

Chair Leg Extended Stretch

Dumbbell Single Leg Split Squat

Forward Jump

Quadriceps Stretch

Side Lying Quads Stretch

Smith Single Leg Split Squat

Snatch Pull

Band Single Arm Single Leg Split Squat

Band Single Leg Split Squat

Intermediate Hip Flexor and Quad Stretch

Prone Lying Quads Stretch

Resistance Band Leg Extension

Squat to Overhead Reach with Twist

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