Does training the rectus femoris in a lengthened position cause more muscle growth in the upper part of the muscle?

Rectus Femoris Training1 min readUpdated June 5, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence on whether training the rectus femoris in a lengthened position leads to more muscle growth in the upper part of the muscle, and what we’ve found so far does not support this idea. There are no studies that show doing leg extensions while leaning back builds more...

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June 5, 2026·Last updated June 5, 2026
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