What exercises target the Vastus Medialis?

The best exercises that primarily target the Vastus Medialis include Bodyweight Squat, Bulgarian Split Squat, Front Squat, Goblet Squat, Hack Squat. In total, 24 exercises involve the Vastus Medialis.

What muscle group does the Vastus Medialis belong to?

The Vastus Medialis is part of the Quadriceps muscle group, which is involved in knee extension, squatting, and leg pressing movements.

How do I target my Vastus Medialis?

To target the Vastus Medialis, focus on knee extension, squatting, and leg pressing movements. Top exercises include Bodyweight Squat, Bulgarian Split Squat, Front Squat, Goblet Squat, Hack Squat.

Vastus Medialis

Muscle group: Quadriceps

Inner thigh muscle that extends the knee and stabilizes the patella, emphasized with narrow stances.

Exercises Targeting Vastus Medialis

Other Muscles in Quadriceps

Rectus Femoris, Vastus Intermedius, Vastus Lateralis

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Vastus Medialis

Exercises Targeting Vastus Medialis

Primary Mover (17)

Bodyweight Squat

Bulgarian Split Squat

Front Squat

Goblet Squat

Hack Squat

Hack Squat Machine

Jefferson Squat

Kettlebell Goblet Squat

Leg Extension

Leg Extension Machine

Leg Press

Leg Press Machine

Pistol Squat

Sissy Squat

Smith Machine Squat

Wall Sit

Zercher Squat

Secondary / Assisting (7)

Barbell Back Squat

Pendulum Squat

Reverse Lunge

Step-Up

Sumo Deadlift

Terminal Knee Extension

Walking Lunge

Other Muscles in Quadriceps