General
quads
What does quads mean?
Slang for the quadriceps, the group of four muscles on the front of the thigh that extend the knee.
"His quads are sweeping out from all the leg presses."
Origin
Clipping of 'quadriceps,' standard gym vocabulary.
Frequently asked questions
What are quads?
Quads are the quadriceps, the four muscles on the front of your thigh that straighten the knee.
What exercises build quads?
Squats, leg presses, lunges and leg extensions are the main movements gym-goers use to build quads.
What does a 'quad sweep' mean?
It refers to the outer quad (vastus lateralis) flaring out to give the thigh a rounded, sweeping shape when developed.
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