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What are some exercising Machines that are for the quads (which helps with the knees) other than the leg press and leg extension?
I haven't been to a gym in many years, but other than leg press and leg extension machines, the only other machine for the quads that I can think of is the smith machine where you do squats with a barbell that is fixed on a track, which may not be a good idea. There is of course the stationary bike with adjustable resistance. Oh, there's also the hack machine.
With knees being an issue, you may have to look to exercises that work the entire leg.
You might start with using a 20" rocker board like this https://www.protherapysupplies.com/J...ource=googleps it works your entire leg. It is great for improving balance and helps improve the strength and flexibility of your ankles. It really works your entire leg including the quads.
Along the same lines you might want to try standing and balancing on a bosu ball - as that also improves balance and works your entire leg.
I don't have knee issues, but, balance exercises really helped with my leg strength. Whenever a particular exercise is an issue ( I am not allowed to do any exercises such as sit ups or crunches because I must maintain a neutral spine) , I ask my trainer for alternative exercises that will work the same muscles. He has a background in physical therapy and can always recommend a safe alternative exercise.
Eighteen months ago I could barely do a seated leg press set of 10 with 25 lbs. Today, I did 3 sets of 10 at 175 pounds. I only weigh 108 pounds. My 1rm is over 2 times my body weight. All exercises done with the guidance of an experienced trainer.
When you are not sure you should be doing a particular exercise - always check with your trainer to be sure a new exercise is safe for YOU to do. I know a person at my gym with double knee replacements. She wanted to try indoor rock climbing for her 74th birthday. Her trainer gave the OK as long as she wrapped her knees before she climbed. Having an experienced trainer with a background in physical therapy will know if a particular exercise is OK for a specific individual.
EXERCISE MACHINES is what I asked for, those other exercises I tried in physical therapy and it was a joke, didn't do anything, it actually caused pain and I know I was doing it right since I was doing it right in front of the physical therapist.
Just so you know, there are incompetent PTs. I had one.
What are some exercising Machines that are for the quads (which helps with the knees) other than the leg press and leg extension?
Bike riding, especially when climbing hills, is good for the quads. Look at the development of those muscles on world-class bike racers. Also, jumping and hopping are effective. Hopping up rows of steps at a stadium is one way to do this. Real exercises, that use natural actions, are better and safer than using machines.
EXERCISE MACHINES is what I asked for, those other exercises I tried in physical therapy and it was a joke, didn't do anything, it actually caused pain and I know I was doing it right since I was doing it right in front of the physical therapist.
Good luck with that then. There aren't many machines that exist, and the limited range of motion means your stabilizing muscles don't get worked - leading you to more pain!
That being said, I have had good success with the mega former classes. It is on a machine, but it is basically a lot of squats and lunges on an moving platform.
What are some exercising Machines that are for the quads (which helps with the knees) other than the leg press and leg extension?
At my YMCA they have machines that work the Abductor & Adductor muscle group. They are used to stabilize when standing, walk or run. Easy to use, start with light weights and high repetitions.They help to strengthen your lower have, including gluteus.
There are only a few machines designed for quads. I am sure the folks at your gym would be happy to show you how they work. If you ever want to venture away from the machines you will find you will get better results.
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