Thigh Exercises, How to Get Leaner Thighs
Thigh Reduction Exercise Techniques to reduce thy thighs.
The following exercises will not only empty those unwanted saddlebags, they'll add strength and shape to the thighs. Remember to get your doctor's approval before starting on any exercise program.
Inner Thigh Exercise: Using an exercise mat on the floor to cushion your body, position your body sideways on the mat. You can choose to lay on either side because you'll want to switch sides after each set so that you'll be working both of the thighs. Let's pretend that you have chosen to lay sideways on your right side.
Let's begin by properly positioning the areas of the body that won't be part of the workout so you'll be more comfortable while performing the thigh exercises.
- Make sure that your hip, shoulder and head are in line - or as close to a line as you can get.
- Next, bring your left leg over so that the foot is flat on the floor and the knee is bent.
- Lift your head up and support it with one hand. Place your other hand comfortably in front of your body.
Now, concentrate your energy on the right leg. Keep your toes flexed and your leg straight and lift your leg up off the floor about 6-10 inches SLOWLY. When you reach the top of the lift, hold for a slow count of three, then lower back slowly onto the floor.
When starting out, take care not to go overboard with your thigh exercises. Try completing a set of eight on each leg. As time goes by and your thigh area strengthens, you can up the amount of repetitions to meet your personal stamina.
Inner Thigh Press Exercise: The great thing about this exercise is that it can be performed most anywhere - even at work. Position your body to one side of a sturdy object - such as a chair, or a counter. Extend your arm closest to the object and grasp onto the top of the object for support.
Extend the leg on the opposite side of your body to the front of your body in a straight-forward motion, and keep holding it straight as you slowly move it away from your body while simultaneously squeezing your inner thigh. Keep your back straight, your abdominal's tight, and the leg that you are moving, flexed.
The key to strength is to move the leg out SLOWLY. Next, bring the flexed leg over your other leg, then back to a standing stance.
When starting out, take care not to go overboard with your thigh exercises. Try completing a set of eight on each leg. As time goes by and your thigh area strengthens, you can up the amount of repetitions to meet your personal stamina.
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Outer Thigh Exercise: The great thing about this exercise is that it can be performed while you are just hanging about relaxing. It's good for rendering quick, noticeable results in the thigh area and also helps for those who get bored while relaxing.
Using an exercise mat on the floor to cushion your body, position your body sideways on the mat. You can choose to lay on either side because you'll want to switch sides after each set so that you'll be working both of the thighs. Let's pretend that you have chosen to lay sideways on your right side.
Let's begin by properly positioning the areas of the body that won't be part of the workout so you'll be more comfortable while performing the thigh exercises.
- Make sure that your hip, shoulder and head are in line - or as close to a line as you can get.
- Next, bend the knee of your left leg so that your leg is resting comfortably beneath you.
- Lift your head up and support it with one hand. Place your other hand comfortably in front of your body.
Now, concentrate your energy on the left leg. Keep your toes flexed and your leg straight and lift your leg up off the floor about 6-10 inches SLOWLY. When you reach the top of the lift, hold for a slow count of three, then lower back slowly onto the floor.
When starting out, take care not to go overboard with your thigh exercises. Try completing a set of eight on each leg. As time goes by and your thigh area strengthens, you can up the amount of repetitions to meet your personal stamina.
Saddlebag Unloading Zone: This great thigh exercise is so easy you could do it blindfolded. Standing straight as possible, place both hands on your hips. Bring your left leg to the outside of your body - straight out - and only as far as feels comfortable in the beginning. Be sure to flex your foot while performing this thigh exercise.
Work the legs slowly for best results. After working out one leg, switch to the other and duplicate the workout. Benefits can be multiplied when ankle weights are incorporated into the thigh exercise routine.
When starting out, take care not to go overboard with your thigh exercises. Try completing a set of eight on each leg. As time goes by and your thigh area strengthens, you can up the amount of repetitions to meet your personal stamina.
Outer Thigh Press Exercise: The great thing about this exercise is that it can be performed most anywhere - even at work. Position your body to one side of a sturdy object - such as a chair, or a counter. Extend your arm closest to the object and grasp onto the top of the object for support.
Extend the leg on the opposite side of your body to the outside of your body, holding it straight as you slowly move it away from your body. The key to strength is to move the leg out SLOWLY. You should feel the area tightening as you do the thigh exercise.
When starting out, take care not to go overboard with your thigh exercises. Try completing a set of eight on each leg. As time goes by and your thigh area strengthens, you can up the amount of repetitions to meet your personal stamina.
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