Quadricep Stretches

From Laura Inverarity, D.O., former About.com Guide

Updated March 02, 2008

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The quadriceps are four muscles located in the anterior thigh. This muscle group acts to extend the leg while straightening the knee. Running and biking,as well as daily activities, can result in tight quadricep muscles. Learn these three easy exercises to stretch tight quadricep muscles. Click on the links below.

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• Standing Quadricep Stretch
• Sidelying Quadricep Stretch
• Prone Quadricep Stretch

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