A system for exercising muscles that move the thigh according to various aspects of the present invention provides a source of resistance, suitably positioned, for the user to use when forcing the thigh to return to its original standing position, for instance, returning the foot to the floor. Such a system may include a base and an exerciser. The exerciser may include a positioner and a compliant surface. The compliant surface may include an elastic support and a foot receiver. The positioner establishes an initial position of the foot receiver.
