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Leg Exercises
These exercises are risky for those who have unstable knees. Such exercises are not recommended for those who have problem called "Back-Knee". It's easy to overstretch and be sore with this exercise. Consult your doctor if you've any such problems.
Exercise 1
- Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat.
- Grasp one leg at a time just above the knee and hold the leg at a right angle with the body.
- Holing the leg out at arm's length, slowly straighten the knee.
- Hold the leg as straight as you can as you count to ten.
Exercise 2
- Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat.
- Straighten one leg. Tighten the muscle on the top of that thigh and straighten the knee as much as possible.
- Keeping the knee straight, raise your leg one to two feet (about 50 cm) off the ground. Do not arch your back.
- Hold your leg up and count out loud for ten seconds.
- Relax. Repeat with the other leg.
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