Your stability (a.k.a. swiss) ball is way more versatile than you may realise. Rather than only using it to sculpt your core, this ball can help tone your butt, thighs, and hamstrings, too. Here is a complete workout, that challenges each and every part of your lower body, in addition to your core. Why does it works? It spikes cal
If transforming your body into a calorie-burning furnace is your goal, then you need to be sure your workouts invite as many muscle fibers to the party as possible. That’s why an advanced high-intensity technique known as compensatory acceleration training, or “CAT” for short is great! Because of its greater intensity, you’ll burn more calories during – and long after
The glutes, your body's largest and most powerful muscle group, deserve more of your attention. Why? Because desk life does them a major disservice. Sitting at a computer, on a couch, and in a car or subway seat all day leads to weak glutes and tight hip flexor, and that has a cascading effect on the body. It's past time
At the height of lockdown, when gyms were shut, many of us discovered the power of the resistance band. These humble strips of rubber don't get much play when you've got a full set of weights and machines to get stuck into, but it turns out they can actually provide a beneficial workout, from the comfort of your own home.
When you think of Pilates workouts, it’s all about the core — from your lower abs to the transverse abdominis to your obliques. But what you may not realize is that your core also includes your hips and glutes. Even better, the different ranges of motion and subtle postural changes in Pilates workouts help engage all muscle groups without adding
The ideal inner-thigh workout, one that blasts fat while building muscle is hard to come by. Luckily for you, we have the ideal workout that can be done at home or the gym right here for you! You’ll start seeing toned thighs in no time. Show your inner thighs some love, and some serious burn with these exercises that will
This brazilian butt lift workout is designed target your glutes, developing a larger, rounder butt! It hits all of your glutes and upper thighs, giving you a toned, sexy booty. This challenge is a set of exercises that focus on your gluteal muscles. Incorporating them into your regular workout routine will help whip your derriere back into shape in next
For those who feel you have to go to the gym to get a great leg workout in, this at-home leg sculpting workout will prove that a home workout can leave you feeling just as strong (and sore!) as your typical lower-body workout in the gym. This at-home thigh workout is high intensity. It’s designed to elevate your heart rate into what’s
Barbells are one of the most effective training tools on the gym floor. Most barbell movements engage a greater amount of muscle throughout the body in order to maintain balance and stability, which means you’ll burn more calories during your workout. Plus, most of the exercises mimic movement patterns we do elsewhere in life. And unlike the guys, women tend to be
The calves make up the entire space of the posterior lower leg and are used for important everyday activities like walking, running and jumping. Effectively working the calves involves raising the heels against resistance, whether that’s your own body weight or an added load, such as dumbbells or elastic resistance. Also, allowing your ankle increased range of motion by lowering
