W hether you realize it or not, your quads are doing the most—every time you sit, stand, step, or sprint. These powerhouse ...

(Amp up the effort by holding dumbbells.) Take one large step ... Why it rocks: Not only does this intermediate plyometric exercise strengthen your quads and glutes, but it also hones your ability ...

All of these pieces of equipment are staples for lower body training, giving you a wide range of resistance to build your quads ... for a pair of dumbbells for your leg day workout.

Add difficulty to the walking lunge by grabbing a pair of dumbbells. Our last lunge variation and final exercise, the Curtsey lunge is an optimal choice to develop not only glute and quad strength ...

It doesn’t matter how busy you are, skipping leg day is a big no, no, especially if you’re trying to build a stronger, functional body. The good news is you don’t need to spend hours ...

Why: Although predominantly an exercise that works your hamstrings, the dumbbell deadlift is still an effective moves that places great emphasis on your quads. How: With your dumbbells on the floor ...

Torch calories and build lean muscle with these fat-burning dumbbell exercises that trump even your hardest spin class.

It’s a simple way to up the ante, particularly if you don’t have access to dumbbells or barbells. Another unilateral exercise that’ll leave your quads burning is the single-leg squat.

upper body dumbbell workout—don't worry, it still includes arms. Also, don't forget, you can't skip leg day! Here's a quick four-move workout that'll give your glutes, calves, quads and hammies ...