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Target the front of the thigh with the quadriceps stretch. Stand next to a counter, wall or other sturdy object and place your right hand on it for balance. Bend your left knee to lift your heel toward your buttock. Grasp your left foot with your left hand and exhale as you gently pull your heel toward your butt.
Two variations of the movement -- the back squat, which uses a barbell, and the hack squat, which requires a dedicated hack squat machine -- target the quadriceps muscles on the front of your thigh. However, back squats also work many other muscles of the hips and core, making them more of a full body exercise.o perform a hack squat, step into the machine and position your back against the back rest, with your shoulders under the padded shoulder supports. Position your feet on the foot plate about shoulder-width apart.