Use these two routines to sculpt toned and sexy thighs.
JULIA LADEWSKI,
C.S.C.S.
STRENGTH COACH AND FITNESS EXPERT
“Many women love to get stronger, so heavy strength moves like barbell deadlifts and squats aid in that. But higher-rep hypertrophy work also helps build muscle while increasing your caloric expenditure.”
JUMP SQUAT: With feet shoulder width apart, squat down until thighs are parallel to the floor and then explode up until feet leave the ground. (3 x 10 reps)
BARBELL BACK SQUAT: Keeping your core tight and chest up, squat down with a loaded barbell on your traps. (4 x 5–10 reps)
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