Want Great Legs? These Exercises Can Help

May 17, 2018 by apost team

Every person is different, which means every person reacts to exercise differently. That’s why you may find yourself struggling with reaching particular health goals. Fortunately, if you need extra help shaping your lower body, there are ten exercises you can use to get the results you want. 

Start on your hands and knees. Lift one leg up with your knee bent so the bottom of your foot is facing the ceiling. Lower your leg and switch to the other leg. 
 

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Lie on your side. You may want to prop your head up with your hand. Lift the top leg up and lower it. Repeat a minimum of ten times. Roll to your other side and repeat the process with the other leg. 
 

Lie on your back with your knees bent and the souls of your feet flat beneath you. Stretch your arms toward your feet on either side of your body. Lift your hips off the floor as high as you can, keeping your feet, arms and shoulders in place. Hold this position for fifteen seconds, then lower yourself back down. 
 

Stand straight with your feet about shoulder-width apart. Step one leg behind you as far as you can. Lower your body by bending your knees. Keep your front knee over your ankle. Try to lower your back knee as close to the ground as possible. Repeat this lunge a minimum of ten times. Switch legs and repeat. 
 

Stand straight with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Step to the right and bend your right knee, lowering your upper body to the floor. Keep your left leg straight. Raise up and repeat the process on your left side. 

Stand straight, with your feet about shoulder-width apart. Bend your knees as if you are preparing to sit down in a chair, keeping your arms outstretched in front of you. Keep your back straight as you lower yourself. Hold this position for a minimum of fifteen seconds. 

Stand in front of a chair with the seat closest to you. Make sure your feet are about shoulder width apart. Lift one leg to the seat of the chair. Step up onto the chair, bringing your other foot to the seat, as well. Step back down, one foot at a time. 

Move into a squat and hold this position. Walk sideways, keeping your knees bent , five steps. Move back five steps. 
 

Select a chair that is aligned with your needs. Bend your knees into a half squat. Jump with both feet up to the seat of the chair. Straighten your legs to a standing position. 

Start by laying on your back on the floor, your feet on the ground and your hips lifted in bridger. Lift one leg straight up into the air, then lift your hips as high as you can, keeping your shoulders on the floor. lower your leg and repeat the process with your other leg. complete a minimum of ten reps on each leg.

If you know someone who wants more shapely legs, let them know about these great exercises!