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If you're a complete beginner, or have not exercised for a while, then it would be wise to have a medical check up to make sure that you're fit enough to carry out these or any other exercises.

The great thing about these home exercises, is that you can now workout at anytime in the comfort of your own home.

Try and wear clothing that is non restrictive, that will enable your body to both move freely and let your skin breathe, as its likely that your going to sweat a little.

Aim to begin your session with a simple warm-up and suitable stretches, the STRETCHING SECTION will help.

Once you have finished your exercises, spend further time cooling down and stretching out your muscles, as this will help reduce muscle stiffness.

Make a note of the exercises you performed and look forward to repeating them again when your body is ready.

Never train sore muscles - if your legs are tired and sore even after a few days, then let them rest, or go for a swim to help loosen them up.

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  Single leg calf raise

  A very simple exercise to help work the muscles of the calf, can be worked with either a single or two footed format.

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  Wall hamstring curls

  A good exercise if your new to exercise or recovering from injury within the hamstring muscles.

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  Side Can-Can leg exercises

  The can can exercise is a good exercise for developing the outer thigh muscles which you can perform at home or the gym.

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  Lying Hamstring Curl

  A simple exercise to perform at home, the Lying Hamstring Curl will work the muscles at the back of your upper leg.

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  Simple home hip flexor exercise, the knee raise.

  Knee raises are a simple exercise to help work the muscles of the thigh and hip flexor.

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