leg exercise

/lɛg ˌɛksərˈsaɪz/
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Other forms: leg exercises

Definitions of leg exercise
  1. noun
    exercise designed to strengthen the leg muscles
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    types:
    knee bend, squat, squatting
    exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles
    leg curl, leg curling
    an exercise designed to strengthen the flexor muscles of the leg
    leg extensor
    an exercise designed to strengthen the extensor muscles of the leg
    type of:
    exercise, exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout
    the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
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