Exercise library
Banded Terminal Knee Extension
Quads · Squat
Generic squat demo. Follow the steps below for this exact exercise.
SquatIsolationOne side at a time
A short-range knee extension against a band that strengthens the quad around a straight knee.
- Difficulty
- Very easy
- Tracking
- Measured in reps
Muscles worked
Quads
Equipment
Resistance band
How to do it
- Anchor a band at knee height and step into it so it pulls the back of one knee forward.
- Step back until the band is taut and stand with that foot flat on the floor.
- Let the band bend your knee slightly, then straighten it fully by squeezing your quad.
- Hold for a second at full extension, then let the knee bend again under control.
Coaching cues
- The range is small, only the last part of straightening the knee.
- Keep your hips level and your torso upright rather than leaning back.