Things You'll Need:
- Chair
- Swiss ball
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Step 1
Go for a walk. Something as simple as walking can help increase circulation and also strengthen the legs. Walk on inclines to increase the intensity.
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Step 2
Go for a ride. Hop on a bicycle and go for a long ride. You can also use a spin bike or stationary bike at the gym.
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Step 3
Calf raises on a stepLift your heels. Stand with your feet about shoulder width apart. Now lift your heels off the floor as high as you can. Slowly lower and repeat. You can also do this by placing the balls of your feet on a step or block of wood.
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Step 4
Leg raisesLift your legs up. Lie on your back and have your legs straight out ahead of you. Grab on to a stationary object behind you and lift your legs up until your feet are parallel with the ceiling. Slowly lower them and repeat.
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Step 5
Step-ups on a chair.Do step ups. Stand in front of a chair, bench or plyo box. Step up with the right foot and bring the knee of the left foot up as high as you can. Step back down with the left foot and repeat. Do a series of reps then change legs.
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Step 6
Lying hamstring curls.Roll with it. Lie on your back with your heels up on a Swiss ball. Come into a bridge by lifting your hips up and getting your body in a straight line. Now roll the ball back towards your glutes while keeping your hips high. Roll it back out and repeat.
