The Cornerstone Leg Workout – 5 Exercises for Killer Home Workouts

Training Legs can Often be a Bit Boring & Unpleasant

Why do you think that ‘skipping leg day’ is such a big problem?

There’s no need for this to be the case though: a legs workout doesn’t have to be squatting for hours and there’s no reason you can’t mix things up.

The following workout is definitely something a little different and so it’s perfect for shocking your legs into growth. That said though, it’s still unpleasant.

Definitely unpleasant…

Introducing ‘The Cornerstone Circuit’ Leg Exercise

This workout is a ‘conerstone circuit’. This essentially means you’re doing a circuit that has one ‘main move’ that will act as your ‘cornerstone’.

The circuit will involve moving around from one exercise to another and each time you do a ‘lap’ you will add to it.

Here our cornerstone is the dead-lift which is just one of the most incredible exercises for building leg strength as well as overall size and power.

It’s highly functional, involves a ton of muscle and should pretty much be the cornerstone of all your leg workouts.

Bodybuilders or fitness trainers emphasize that fitness enthusiasts shouldn’t skip a leg day. Why do even leg workouts matter?

Leg workouts offer numerous benefits, including

• muscle hypertrophy
• strong core muscles
• enhanced cognitive abilities
• erect posture
• stress management
• weight loss
• rapid calorie burning
• increased hormone production

If you don’t work on the leg muscles, you are paving the way for low mobility, motion, stability, and coordination. In addition, your leg muscle might transform into fat without leg training.

Thus, don’t overlook the significance of leg exercise. Let’s dive deep into the best leg exercises at home.

Top 5 Leg Workout Exercises at Home

Who said one could build strong legs within the gym walls only?

You can develop leg muscles in the comfort of your bedroom or lawn.

In addition, you won’t even need fancy gym equipment, expensive gym membership, or heavy weights.

Here are the best leg exercises for mass development!

#1. Squat Without Weights

Squats help burn calories, correct posture, enhance flexibility, relieve pain, increase bone mineral density, and strengthen lower body muscles.

In addition, squats also define the shape of the legs to beautify one’s overall personality.

How to perform this exercise at home? 

a) Stand straight with legs open wider than shoulder-width. The inner sides of the hands should rest near the sides of the thighs. It is the body’s original position.

b) Shift the body weight on the heels while bending the knees and lowering the hips. (This position should seem like you are trying to sit on the footrest.)

c) At the same time, bend the elbows to bring the palms on the same level as the chest. The distance between palms and chest should be three head spans.

d) Bring the body back to its original position. Meanwhile, squeeze the glutes.

Expert Tip: Perform this exercise 15-20 times if you are a beginner. Experts can increase the repetitions.

#2. Glute Bridge March 

Do you know personal trainers are fond of glute bridge march?

It is one of the best leg exercise with no equipment that offers incredible benefits such as glutes, abs, and lower back muscle development.

In addition, this leg workout exercise is perfect for those who can’t perform squats owing to back/knee/hip aches.

How to perform this exercise at home? 

a) Lie straight on the back with knees bent plus legs open up to hip-width. Press the lower back against the floor while engaging the core.

b) From this position, raise the hips while squeezing the glutes. The back, hips, and the back side of the thighs should form a straight line.

c) Lift the right foot from the floor such that the right thigh is 90 degrees to the pelvic region. Put the right foot back in its original state.

d) Perform the same step with the left foot. It is one repetition. Continue doing this exercise without touching the hips with the floor.

Expert Tip: Perform these best leg exercises at home 15-18 times for the best results.

#3. Good Morning Exercise

The best way to develop gluteus maximus, hamstrings, erector spinae, and lower back muscles is through good morning exercise.

Its name sounds funny, though. One should perform the exercise correctly to reap the maximum benefits.

How to perform this exercise at home? 

a) Stand straight with legs open up to hip-width. The hands should meet behind the head.

b) Bend the upper body while keeping it straight, as if you are watching an object lying on the floor.

c) At the same time, keep the legs straight while bending the knees as little as possible. The upper body should be 80 degrees to the thighs in this position.

d) Bring the body back to its original position.

Expert Tip: Perform this exercise 10-15 times for greater lower back strength. Increase the repetitions with time.

 #4. Inverted Inner Thigh Openers

Working on thigh muscles is equally significant for boosting hip mechanics and reducing the probability of injuries.

Those who want to work on their inner plus outer thighs should add this exercise in their leg workout. This exercise helps develop mobility as well as stability.

How to perform this exercise at home? 

a) Lay straight on the back with knees bent and legs a little open. The feet should lay flat on the ground. Raise the right leg towards the roof while letting the thighs touch.

b) Take the right leg towards the extreme right as if the leg is trying to touch the floor on the right side. Keep the hips and the back on the floor.

c) Bring the leg back to its original position. It is one repetition. Perform 7-8 repetitions on the right leg.

d) Perform the same step with the left leg as well.

Expert Tip: Perform these best leg exercises at home 15-20 times for the most satisfactory results.

#5. Step-Ups

This basic resistance workout works on the legs as well as the glute muscles. Interestingly, it strengthens the lower body more than squats and lunges. Plus, it is easier to perform.

One only needs either stairs or a leg-length tall box for this workout.

How to perform this exercise at home? 

a) Stand straight near the box; lift the right foot to place it on the box. Shift the body weight on the right foot to place the left foot on the box. While you do this, keep the chest plus right shin upright.

b) Bring the right foot and then the left foot back on the floor.

c) Perform this exercise 20 times for developing glutes along with hamstrings.

Expert Tip: If you don’t have a box, use stairs instead to perform the leg exercise.

In the end, train the legs thrice a week for strength and muscle mass hypertrophy.

You can also utilize weights, such as barbells or dumbbells, to enhance the leg workout output. Plus, using weights can accelerate muscle development.

Conclusion 

Underestimating the power of leg training would be foolishness!

It develops muscles, shapes the legs, engages significant muscle groups, strengthens the bones and joints as well as contributes to fat loss.

Though there are plenty of leg workouts, we have penned the most important home-based leg exercises that can be performed without weights.

Do these exercises sincerely but don’t forget to inculcate patience in your mind. As it might take a few months to witness positive results.

Last but not least, it is also equally important to consume a protein-rich diet to support muscle growth.

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