Not all quad exercises are created equal—and some might be wasting your time. This detailed breakdown ranks 20 popular quad movements from most to least effective using clear criteria: quad tension, safety, and progression potential. Top performers like hack squats, barbell back squats, and pendulum squats dominate the S Tier for their ability to stretch, load, and grow your quads. Meanwhile, flashy moves like Bosu ball squats and jump squats fall flat for serious hypertrophy. If you want...
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