- One area to target when scultpting your new butt is the hips. This area most also be toned to give shape around the butt. Hip lifts with a progression are one way to work the glutes and hips. Start by lying on your back, then bring one leg back so the knee is bent and pointed up. Leverage your back off the floor by pressing down with this leg and holding, then straighten and raise the other leg. Repeat and hold, extending each leg with every repetition.
- Leg and hip extensions are a classic way to shape that butt. The leg extension can be performed forward, backwards and to the side. Each direction tones a different part of the hips and butt. A front leg extension is performed by lifting the leg forward and then extending it completely until straight. Rear leg extensions are performed by lifting the leg back as high as you can with the leg straight. Hip extensions are performed by raising the leg to the side while it is straight. To make these harder you can hold the leg in the raised position or add ankle weights. It is recommended to do sets of 10 to 20 of each.
- A squat is a great way to tone up the butt. It also helps tone your thighs. Squats begin in the standing position. Keep your back straight but not arched then lower your torso by bending your knees until you nearly touch the floor. Then straighten your legs and raise yourself back into the standing position. For a toned butt, hold yourself in the mid-squat position longer and hold two five pound weights to help build muscle and increase fatigue.
- Another exercise can really work your butt into shape. The toe tap is simple but effective. It starts by lying on your back with your knees drawn up and bent. Simply tap your toes on the floor, one after another, raising and lowering them each time. To enhance this move you can also raise and lower your legs and then perform the tap.
