Contrary to what you may think, you don't need heavy weights to build leg strength. While a set of dumbbells can be a helpful tool while training, it's also possible to strengthen your quads, calves, ...

Dumbbells are the perfect tool for serious at-home leg training. They allow you to safely load foundational movements such as ...

In most workout splits, one to two dedicated leg days per week is common, but it really all depends on your fitness level and ...

Traditional squats aren't the only way to forge resilient lower-body power; these joint-friendly alternatives offer faster results with significantly less strain.

The basic squat is one of the foundational exercises of your fitness journey. However, don't jut stop there, but learn the ...

This funny-looking move is more than social media fluff. The leg day staple can save your spine.

Level up leg day with the Jefferson split squat, also known as the 'barbell-between-legs split squat' (it doesn't quite have the same ring to it, does it?). A slight variation on the Jefferson squat – ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?