subject: Exercises For Toned Thighs [print this page] Exercises For Toned Thighs Exercises For Toned Thighs
It`s strange how we all want exercises to tone, firm and hopefully lift various parts of our anatomy and yet at the first sniff of a labor saving device we whip out our wallet and hand over the cash.
The point is, if we were more active in our every day life, we wouldn`t need to visit the gym or spend time on specialized gadgets (I have a pair of vibrating pants still in the back of my wardrobe almost unused if anyone`s interested!). So the first thing I advise my clients is GET MOVING. Sitting for hours slumped in front of the television or a computer screen, means that you`re compressing your derriere and blood vessels, therefore restricting your circulation. This alone will contribute to a lumpy, doughy bum and bulging thighs.
So, get up show it some love. Remember though, you need a two pronged attack to whip this area into shape.
A pert and toned rear and tight thighs will not be visible if you`re overweight, on the other hand even if you`re slim a saggy bottom will not look it`s best no matter how little fat coverage it has. So make sure that you`re at the correct weight and then concentrate on exercises that target this stubborn area.
There are many great exercises such as trampoling, aerobics, racquet sports that will work those muscles and burn the fat. If you`re at your correct weight and just want to tone up--squats, lunges and leg raises are great to do anytime you have a few spare minutes.
For the inner thigh, put one leg in front and turn the toe out so that the inner thigh is facing up. Then simply lift and release - slowly. To make it harder, either use an ankle weight, or your hand to add resistance. This can be done sitting or standing.
You'll know when you`ve hit the spot because you will feel the muscles in the thigh and bottom working, in fact if you put your hand over the muscle as you`re carrying out the exercises, you should feel it contract.
Any exercise that targets the right muscles will reduce thighs and tone bums providing they are done regularly. Don't give up after a few days, because this area can be difficult as the muscles are large, but keep after it and you'll see the results you want.
