Leg Exercises for Cyclists

4 Simple Moves for Even Stronger Legs

Your made-by-cycling quads and calves are a big reason you ride. Here's how to make them look—and perform—even better

Single-Leg Step Down

Hold a dumbbell in each hand and stand with your right foot on a 6- to 12-inch-high step, allowing your left leg to dangle. Keeping your chest lifted and back straight, slowly lower your left foot as though dipping your toe into water, without touching the floor. Then straighten your right leg and rise onto the ball of your foot. Return to start and repeat for a full set, then switch legs.

  • 2 to 3
  • 18 to 20

This Move Works:

Calves, Quadriceps


  • Step 1

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