leg strength w/o squats and deadlifts

[andy20]

i have torn ligaments in my lower back which is preventing me from doing squats and deadlifts for a while. what are the best leg excercises that dont put stress on the lower back?

 

[davidjr74]

I have had trouble doing squats and deadlifts also. You could try the front squat, which puts less stress on your back. And I believe your going to have to stop deadlifting all togeather for now.

 

[tonymcclellan]

Have you checked with a doctor to ensure that you are capable of working out?

 

[andy20]

yes, i have been in physical therapy for over a month. when i asked about weight training they told me that it is fine to do as long as i dont do any excercises that involve lifting weight over shoulders(squats, push press, power clean, etc.) and anything else that puts alot of stress on the lower back.

 

[tonymcclellan]

Well you could try squats without weight. Even go so far as leaning against a stability ball against a wall.

 

[Cryptik]

leg presses.

 

[malkore]

lunges too. hack squats maybe.

 

[swans05]

pistols (1 legged squats)..step ups...walking lunges...sl squats with back leg elevated...might be a good time to catch hams up i think