How to Blast the Fat Off Your Inner Thighs

Unlike the front muscles of the thigh (quadriceps) which receive much activity, the inner thighs contain a muscle group (adductor magnus, longus and medialis) that tend to weaken and look a bit flabby unless targeted exercises are performed with regularity. Here is an exercise that is very effective in tightening and toning these muscles--and will improve the shapeliness of your rear end as well!

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Exercise mat

1. Place hands and knees on exercise mat. Hands directly in line with shoulders. Your head should be facing upward.

2. Keep your back straight and your neck in line with your spine. Do not allow your head to fall toward your chest. With stomach muscles contracted to protect the back, lift your left leg out to the side, keeping it bent and as close to a 90 degree angle from the floor as possible.

3. Hold for a count of ten seconds. Lower leg and lift again.

4. Switch to the other leg and perform five repetitions with each leg. If your body posture is correct, you will feel your buttocks fatiguing. This means you are holding the pose properly and working the targeted muscle groups.

Tips & Warnings

• Good posture is essential. Keep your back straight. Don't allow it to sway or arch. Let your legs and buttocks do the work.
• Breathe! It helps you to sustain your body posture and provides much-needed oxygen to the muscles you are working.

[MPEmerson]

on 4/29/2008 You go! If you did this exercise even three times a week, and built the reps up to 15 on each side, I guarantee you'd change the shape of your hips and thighs within just a few weeks. Thank you!

[georgiarealtor]

on 4/29/2008 This is what I need to be doing daily! Thank you.