{"id":8752,"date":"2021-06-25T18:54:59","date_gmt":"2021-06-25T23:54:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/?p=8752"},"modified":"2021-06-25T18:54:59","modified_gmt":"2021-06-25T23:54:59","slug":"vinces-massive-quad-leg-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/vinces-massive-quad-leg-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"Vince\u2019s Massive Quad Leg Workout\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8757\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/get-massive-quads-thumb-yt.jpg?resize=1170%2C658&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/get-massive-quads-thumb-yt.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/get-massive-quads-thumb-yt.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/get-massive-quads-thumb-yt.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/get-massive-quads-thumb-yt.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We noticed that we seem to do a lot more articles and videos for the upper body, so we are switching gears today and giving you a <\/span><b><i>FULL LEG WORKOUT.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is made up of six different exercises and puts a lot of <\/span><b><i>emphasis on QUADS.<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also hit the glutes and hamstrings and give you some form tips if you want to place more emphasis on other parts of your legs instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before giving you the workout, we\u2019ve found that <\/span><b><i>most people need a little more strength, energy, and focus on leg day.\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this is you, you may want to try taking a scoop of a quality <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pre-workout<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the way to the gym! <\/span><b><i>Just make sure that caffeine isn\u2019t the ONLY ingredient!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This seems to be the case with most pre-workouts on the market, but <\/span><b>a quality <a href=\"https:\/\/sculptnation.com\/products\/pre-workout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pre-workout <\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will have more important ingredients than just those that help keep you awake!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vince\u2019s favorite pre-workout is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sculptnation.com\/products\/pre-workout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>THIS ONE <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">by Sculpt Nation. It has ingredients that give you a natural energy boost without any jitters or post-workout crash, tons of focus, better recovery between sets, and an insane pump!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sculptnation.com\/products\/pre-workout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8506\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/preworkout-sp-infographic-01-unisex.jpg?resize=1080%2C1350&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/preworkout-sp-infographic-01-unisex.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/preworkout-sp-infographic-01-unisex.jpg?resize=240%2C300&amp;ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/preworkout-sp-infographic-01-unisex.jpg?resize=819%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 819w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/preworkout-sp-infographic-01-unisex.jpg?resize=768%2C960&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sculptnation.com\/products\/pre-workout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-Workout<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is always optional before a lift. But one thing you should <\/span><b><i>never skip out on before a workout<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (especially for a large muscle group like legs) is a quick warm-up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to spend at least 5-10 minutes doing an ACTIVE warm-up that mimics the movements you are about to perform (not static stretching) to<\/span><b><i> get the blood flowing and your muscles warm!\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, it\u2019s always a good idea to <\/span><b><i>do one or two warm-up sets <\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for each exercise below before you actually get into your \u201cworking\u201d sets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need further assistance on how to do any of these exercises, don\u2019t forget to check out<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this video <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">before you get started!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"position: relative; overflow: hidden; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"><iframe style=\"position: absolute;\" title=\"Full Leg Workout For Massive Quads (6 Exercises) Final\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/players\/lMBLhAg6-5L2UHiXt.html\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"auto\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>FULL LEG WORKOUT FOR MASSIVE QUADS<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Exercise 1 &#8211; NARROW STANCE LEG PRESS<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Sets\/Reps: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4x 12, 10, 8, 6<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Rest: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90 seconds rest between sets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Form Tips: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid leaning forward &#8211; Don\u2019t let your butt come up off the seat &#8211; Keep your back pressed into padding &#8211; Do not lock your knees &#8211; Do not rush the movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How To: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0With leg press, where you place your feet will determine which lower body muscle you are biasing. For quads, keep your feet around shoulder-width apart (maybe slightly wider) and feet slightly lower on the platform.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlock the safety pins and press up until your legs are fully extended. Squeeze your quads but DO NOT lock out your knees (for a visual of this,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> click here.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lower the weight until your legs are at about a 90-degree angle. Repeat for the prescribed number of repetitions. Rest and repeat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With each set, your goal is to increase weight as you lower the reps. The 4th set, you should be at a weight where you reach complete failure by that 6th rep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Exercise 2 &#8211; HEEL ELEVATED SQUATS<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Sets\/Reps: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4x 12, 10, 8, 6<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Rest: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90 seconds rest between sets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Form Tips: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t have incline blocks you can put weight plates under your heels &#8211; You will likely need to go with lower weight than you are used to with a traditional squat &#8211; Make sure you have a slightly more narrow stance &#8211; Keep your feet firmly planted throughout the entire movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How To: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a barbell on your shoulders, walk back and place your heels on the blocks (or plates) to elevate your heels. Feet will be slightly more narrow, around shoulder-width apart. Drive your knees forward while keeping your body upright and your core tight!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With each set, your goal is to increase weight as you lower the reps. The 4th set, you should be at a weight where you reach complete failure by that 6th rep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">** These are great if you are trying to target your quads a little more or if you have any lower back tightness. A regular squat can put pressure on your lower back. With this squat variation, you stay a little more upright, allowing you to go full range of motion a little easier!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Exercise 3 &amp; 4 &#8211; WALKING DB LUNGES (superset) LYING LEG CURLS<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Sets\/Reps: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4x 12, 10, 8, 6 (per leg on lunges)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Rest: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90 seconds rest between sets &#8211; NO REST between exercises!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">** The goal is usually to increase weight as you lower the reps with each set. However, because this is a superset, you may find that more difficult to do. It is okay if you need to keep the weight the same to get all of the prescribed reps and use proper form!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>WALKING DB LUNGES<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Form Tips: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep time under tension by using a nice fluid motion &#8211; Control your tempo on the way down and up &#8211; Do not lean forward too much &#8211; Keep torso upright &#8211; Avoid fully touching your knee to the ground (resting.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How To:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> With a DB in each hand, take a big step forward and bend both knees until they form 90 degree angles. Press back up and continue stepping forward (\u201cwalking\u201d) with each lunge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>LYING LEG CURLS<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Form Tips: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep time under tension by using a nice fluid motion &#8211; Control your tempo on the way down and up &#8211; Do not let your hips come up off the pad if you are doing these lying.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How To:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Head to a lying leg curl machine. Set up the machine so that the pad is resting just under your calves. Slowly curl your feet toward your glutes. Pause at the top and squeeze your hamstrings. Slowly lower back to the starting position.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Exercise 5 &amp; 6 &#8211; LEG EXTENSION (superet) SEATED CALF RAISE<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Sets\/Reps: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4x 12 for leg extensions &#8211;\u00a0 4&#215;15 for seated calf raises\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Rest: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60 seconds rest between sets &#8211; NO REST between exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>LEG EXTENSION<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Form Tips: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go super controlled &#8211; Do not jerk &#8211; Keep back flat against the pad.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How To: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up the leg extension machine so the pad is just above your ankles and you are able to<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">achieve full range of motion without your back coming up off of the pad. Lift the weight without locking your knees. Squeeze your quads hard at the top of the motion and then SLOWLY lower to the starting position. Do not pause and go straight into your next rep.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>SEATED CALF RAISE<br \/>\n<\/b><b>Form Tips:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Do not try to use too much weight &#8211; Focus on a slow and controlled full range of motion &#8211; Big squeeze at the top. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">** Your calves will respond much better to good form over using heavy weight! If you want your calves to grow, lower the weight so that you are not jerking or going too fast and can get a full range of motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How To:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sit on the calf raise machine with the balls of your feet on the platform and your knees under the pad. Press down with your toes in an explosive motion to get the weight to the starting position. Slowly lower your heels until your calves are fully stretched. Push (explode) the weight up. Pause to squeeze at the top. Repeat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b><i>THIS WORKOUT WILL TAKE YOU LESS THAN AN HOUR!<br \/>\n<\/i><\/b><b>YOU DO NOT NEED TO SPEND HOURS IN THE GYM TO GET A SOLID LIFT!!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You never need to spend hours in the gym on leg day &#8212; or for any muscle group!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you know how to properly utilize rest periods, super-sets, and the correct exercise sequence &#8212;\u00a0 <\/span><b><i>your lifts should never exceed 60-75 minutes!<\/i><\/b><b><i><br \/>\n<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you like short but really effective workouts, we have tons to choose from FOR FREE on our<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/vshred\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> YouTube Channe<\/a>l!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check them out and subscribe for new videos weekly <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/vshred\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a>!\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We noticed that we seem to do a lot more articles and videos for the upper body, so we are switching gears&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":129,"featured_media":8757,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[32,25,26,51,30],"tags":[7348,7374,7376,7375,6175,6425,6161,6159,6647],"yst_prominent_words":[2180,2181],"class_list":["post-8752","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-body-toning","category-build-muscle","category-get-toned","category-leg-workouts","category-strength-building","tag-build-muscle","tag-leg-day","tag-lower-body-workout","tag-quad-workout","tag-v-shred","tag-v-shred-workouts","tag-vshred","tag-workout","tag-workouts"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/get-massive-quads-thumb-yt.jpg?fit=1280%2C720&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p9NWy7-2ha","jetpack-related-posts":[],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8752","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/129"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8752"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8752\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8760,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8752\/revisions\/8760"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8757"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8752"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8752"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8752"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vshred.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=8752"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}