K2 | Knee Extension (Eccentric) - Loop Band

K2 | Knee Extension (Eccentric) - Loop Band

K2 | Knee Extension (Eccentric) - Loop Band

EXERCISE USE

Quadricep, patella tendon and patello-femoral extensor mechanism strengthening using a loop band when you cannot use a normal theraband or power band band to affix to a chair. This targets the eccentric movement, important for tendinopathy and tendon tear rehab.

Recommended Equipment

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Loop Band - Red (Medium)

Loop Band - Red (Medium)

INSTRUCTIONS Attach a loop band around lower leg of the back foot and the toes of the front foot. Sitting up straight in the chair, straighten both knees, then pull back the back foot and hold the font leg in extension against the resistance of the band. Hold the the leg fully straight and squeeze your quads then SLOWLY lower the front foot back to the start position for a count of 3s.

Alternative Exercise

Session 1:

K2 | Knee Extension (Eccentric) - Band

K2 | Knee Extension (Eccentric) - Band

Progression Levels

Session 1:

1

K1 | Knee Extension (Isometric) - Band

K1 | Knee Extension (Isometric) - Band

2

K2 | Knee Extension (Eccentric) - Loop Band

K2 | Knee Extension (Eccentric) - Loop Band

3

K3 | Knee Extension (Band)

K3 | Knee Extension (Band)

4

K4 | Knee Extension (1 Leg) - Machine

K4 | Knee Extension (1 Leg) - Machine

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