We all generally spend a disproportionate amount of time in the gym targeting our bums, thighs and quads in an effort to get slim and slender legs. However, the major muscles of the lower legs, our calf muscles, are the ones that tend to get the most exposure, especially during summer when we wear skirts, shorts or three quarter pants
Step away from the weights room (for a bit at least). There are plenty of benefits to be had from switching things up every once in a while and sandbags are an easy way to do just that. Sometimes a visit to the gym can be the last thing you want to do after a long day at work. That’s besides the
There are many benefits to stretching before your workout: it prepares your body for the workout to come and increases joint flexibility. Regular stretching alone cannot prevent injuries, make you run faster, or correct poor posture. But it prepares your body for your workout and helps relax tired muscles afterwards! Are you not really sure what stretching exercises to include in
You plan every training session; what areas of the body you want to focus on, the exercises you’re going to do and your reps and sets. But do you put the same effort into the one thing that could make or break your workout? Stretches are essential pre-workout, and dynamic stretches are key to priming your body for the work that's
If you are naturally blessed with a big booty, your focus should be on shape and definition. Include more body-weight training that focuses on [sculpting] the smaller muscles of the hips and pelvis to tighten and lift around the major muscles. Bridges and stability work are great. Sitting all day while working and driving turns off the muscles of your
Holidays, the time for poolside margaritas, not treadmill slogs in the gyms. But sneaking in exercise while you're away is crucial to staying on your game. Skip it and it'll be that much harder to get back on track. Umbrella drinks don't exactly burn themselves off. A routine that puts every muscle through its paces, no equipment required. This workout
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If you think leg workouts for women that include strength moves will bulk you up, you don't know squat. Not only have EMG studies shown that basics like squats, lunges, and calf raises work the leg muscles best, but women don't tend to build big muscles thanks to a lack of testosterone. If you’re looking to build leg and booty
Fit in a full-body workout at home or in the gym when you're strapped for time. Some days, even fitting in a 30-minute workout can be next to impossible. Even when you're short on time, you can still fit in a complete workout at home. If you only have 15 minutes, you're going to want to make every second count. The
Whether you spend each day at a desk or on your feet, your commute is a quick walk or a long drive, you did a 20-minute HIIT workout or an hour of Pilates, your body gets put through its paces on a daily basis. So, it's important to give it a little TLC and, let's not forget, ample hours of zzz's. Good
