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
A muffin top might be tasty to eat, but if that extra credit around your midsection is making you uncomfortable, you're in the right place. You can whittle those waists with some carefully executed exercises to target those obliques and have you loving your clothes once again. We love those yummy muffins like crazy, but reality hits home the moment
Whatever fitness goal you're hoping to tackle this year to reach your own personal best, it's likely you're also looking to improve your strength, endurance, and burn fat in the process. But 30 minutes and only 12 exercises? That's right! This exclusive circuit routine, which when performed at least three times per week, can be used on its own to
If you’re sick of doing sit ups, you’ve come to the right place. By adding in some weight to your ab training, you’ll be giving your body the stimulus it needs to adapt and grow – so you can start seeing some real results. Abs are like any muscle. If you want them to be more defined, you need to
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
Targeting your shoulders when working out can help with toning, sculpting and shaping your arms and upper body, as well as improving your strength and general fitness. Women come in all shapes and sizes, with different health, fitness and wellbeing goals, so there really is no ‘one size fits all’ approach when it comes to shoulder exercises. Build this stubborn
Variety is important, even doing slight variations of the same movement can help attack a muscle from a different angle to spur new gains in size and strength. We take a look at the lat pulldown—an utterly basic back-building exercise, but one with numerous deviations worth incorporating in your program. The back muscles contract when the shoulders are retracted (pulled
When you're trying to squeeze in a post-work session, taking a few extra minutes to stretch is probably the last thing on your mind. But skipping this step can be a major disservice to your body! Warming up your muscles is crucial for getting the most out of your workout and preventing injuries. The absolute best way to prep for
The upper back and shoulders tend to be the most ‘dead’ part of the body. Sitting for long hours, poor posture and too much stress have a way of rounding the shoulders, collapsing the chest, and making the neck become tight and painful. The average human head weighs 12–15 pounds and the typical workday tapping on a computer or phone
