Leg stretches with the Theraband

During the Theraband training, start by sitting on a weight bench. Your legs rest firmly on the ground in front of you, and your hands support you on the weight bench. Keep your upper body upright, and direct your gaze forward.

In one variation with the Theraband, both feet are connected. The band wraps around your legs just above the ankles, leaving only a narrow gap between your feet.

In the strapped version, the Theraband is also attached just above your ankle on the lower calf. The other end of the Theraband should be fixed at the same height on the weight bench.

Movement execution

Initiate the leg-stretching with the Theraband by extending one leg forward. Exhale during the stretching movement, extending the leg almost completely. Finally, bring the leg back while inhaling, without fully releasing the tension. Start with one side before moving on to the other leg.

In this variation, the Theraband is securely attached to the weight bench and one foot. At the starting position, the leg is already suspended in the air, pointing vertically downward. As you exhale, extend the leg forward until it is almost fully stretched. Then, bring the leg back while maintaining tension on the Theraband.

Stressed muscles and common mistakes

For more insights into the activated muscles and common mistakes during leg extensions with the Theraband, refer to the Leg Extensions with Cable / Theraband page.

Alternative variants to leg stretches with the Theraband

For added variety in your workout, you can explore similar exercises or additional variations of leg extensions with the Theraband.