Exercises for Thighs
March 3, 2009
There are many exercises used to reduce and tone heavy thighs and their muscles. Some exercises should only be performed with the assistance of a personal fitness trainer while others are basic enough to do in your home without supervision. With any form of leg exercise, it is important to exercise caution when performing them. If you do the exercise without warming up first or warming up incorrectly, you risk pulling or straining your leg muscles. Below are selections of thigh exercises that pose little risk and can be done at home on a continuous basis.
One form of exercise that works your thighs in addition to conditioning your entire body is running. Running can be done at home on a treadmill or out around the neighborhood. Running burns overall body calories while toning your thighs. This cardiovascular activity works the entire body and can speed up the metabolism to burn more fat. Decide on a pace that you are comfortable with and increase the pace and distance of your run as your body becomes more acclimated to the routine.
Squats are a great exercise to tone your thighs and buttocks. You can either use weights or not use them to perform a squat. Stand straight up with your feet shoulder width apart. Place a barbell comfortably on your shoulders behind your head. Performing a squat is like sitting down. Slowly lower your body into a sitting position while keeping your back flat and pushing your rear end out. When in a squat, use the power of your thighs to push back up into a standing position.
The wall slide is performed with the help of a wall. Stand with your back flat against a wall. Bring your legs out in front of you and bend at the waist and knees. It will look like you are half standing and half sitting. Stay in this position for about ten seconds and do ten repetitions.
Legs lifts are a comfortable way to reduce your thighs without putting strain on your back. Lie on your back on the floor. Raise your legs in the air to form a ninety degree angle with your waist. Wrap your arms around the back of your legs for support. Hold the position for several seconds and then lower your legs to the floor. Do ten repetitions. This exercise forces your legs to work throughout the complete workout.
Incorporate an elastic band and dumbbell into your leg workout routine. This exercise will target your outer thighs. Stand up straight with a dumbbell positioned near your left leg. Attach one end of the elastic band to the dumbbell and the other end of the elastic band to your opposite leg. Take your right leg and move it inward towards the dumbbell on your left side and away from it. Do ten repetitions.
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