Summer is the time to show off your beautiful legs after cold winter. Even if you have a beautifully tone legs and hips, it is good to add the following routine to your workout to get rid of any winter weight you might have put on. Trust me you will be amazed and happy when you will hear the compliments from your family and friends about your legs.The best thing about these workouts is that you do not need any special equipment or go out to gym.
You have no excuse not to try these short great exercises that will tone your thighs and hips so that you will look great. Don’t forget that you must take care of your diet as well for a toned body. This 7 days diet plan can help you lose some of the body fat.
1. Squats
This is a very simple and effective exercise which is definitely a step towards having toned thighs and hips. You stand with your feet apart, slightly wider than your shoulder width and toes flared apart. Push your hips behind slightly and bend your knees as you go down, as if taking up a squatting position. Remember your torso should be fairly upright with your heels on the ground. When you reach halfway down, rise back up and go back down into a deep squat before going back to your starting point. Repeat this for two minutes.
2. Alternating Iso Glute Bridge
Lie down on your back and bend your knees so that your feet is flat on the floor. Raise your hips off the floor and squeeze your glutes at the same time. When you reach the top, extend your right leg without allowing your hips to sag. Pause for a second before bringing your right leg back to the starting point. Still keeping your feet up, you can do the same with your left leg. Repeat this for about two minutes.
3. Alternating Lateral Lunge
Take a wide stance with your legs straight out and toes pointed forward. Then bend your right knee as you push back through to your right hip and drop into a deep lateral lunge. Remember to all the while keeping your torso straight. Push using your right heel and stand back up. Pause for a short while and do the same on your left side. Repeat these motions for 2 minutes.
Now you have into the fitness mode, you may want to try these additional workouts for sexy and toned legs as well.
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