Pop quiz: What lower body exercise works and tones your buns, strengthens your core, helps you run faster and jump higher, and has lots of variations to keep things interesting? If "squats" were the first thing to come to mind, you’re not wrong. All of those benefits can be associated with the stand-up-sit-down style exercise. However, the answer we were actually referring … [Read more...]
Calf Workouts with Dumbbells for Lovely, Lean Legs
Exercises such as squats, deadlifts and glute raises likely come to mind when you think of a legs workout. And for good reason--they target the major muscles groups of your lower half, not to mention your core and more. But one nether region area easy to overlook are your calves. This area consists of two muscles, which can take the appearance of a heart shape when toned and … [Read more...]
The 9 Best Shoulder Exercises for Women
Just because tank top season has come to an end for many doesn’t mean you should pass up these nine best shoulder exercises for women. Sure, a nice pair of rounded shoulders can give the illusion of a smaller waist, thanks to the classic hourglass figure. And of course there’s always the potential to shimmy those shoulders like an excited Hillary when wearing a holiday party … [Read more...]
An Effective At-Home Thigh Workout for Sexier Legs
When you think about toning your thighs, equipment typically found at the gym may seem a necessity. And while, yes, barbells, pulley systems, and cardio machines may be helpful, there are plenty of at-home thigh exercises that deliver similar results--if not better, since working out at home creates a lot less room for excuses not to fit in your fitness! To set … [Read more...]
Better Booty Workout: How to Go from Flat to Curvy
In this day and age when the trends seem to be all about the backside, your rear situation might be falling a bit flat. But thanks to the exercises we’ve outlined below, you can transform your booty from flat to all that. Caution: curves ahead! Pop Squats: While the name of this move might make you think of twerking, it’s actually a plyometrics movement, which involves … [Read more...]