Reverse Nordic

A bodyweight exercise for the quadriceps.

  • Legs
  • Bodyweight

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Muscles worked

MainQuadriceps
AlsoHip flexors

Setup

A mat under the knees; hold a band in front for help at first.

How to do it well

  • Kneel tall, squeeze the glutes
  • Lean back from the knees with a straight line from knee to head
  • Pull back up with the quads

Common mistakes

  • Bending at the hips
  • Going further than the knees are ready for

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.