Exercises To Have Slimmer And More Toned Thighs

To achieve the desired effects we must be constant with these exercises. As we get more practice, we can add more series or more repetitions to improve results.

Do you want to have slimmer and firmer thighs? Would you like to minimize cellulite? This part of the body tends to accumulate fat, and when working on it it is usually a bit difficult to lose weight and firm it up.

To get more toned and sagging-free legs it is very important to adopt a good routine of localized exercises that allow strengthening the thighs, eliminating fat and gaining muscle mass.

Of course, results can be delayed and constant efforts are required to achieve effective results and show off your desired legs.

Since one of the most famous excuses for not exercising is not having the time or money to attend a gym frequently, today we are going to share a series of exercises for the thighs, which can be done without leaving home. Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Exercises for slimmer thighs

1. Squats

Squats are a very effective exercise to work the legs and buttocks, in addition to helping to burn localized fat, they also help to tone and reduce cellulite.

• Stand up straight, with your legs shoulder-width apart, your torso straight, and your arms in front of or behind your neck.
• Bend your knees, while lowering your glutes as much as you can, keeping your torso upright.
• Now go up and down until you complete 3 sets of 20 repetitions each.
• It is recommended to rest between 30 and 40 seconds between each series.

If you want to increase the intensity, you can do this same movement but holding a pair of dumbbells that have a weight range of between 3 and 5 kilos each.

Another option with the same position and the same movement but downwards; when climbing, include a jump. In this case, perform only 15 repetitions per set. You can do 3 series, and in the same way, rest between 30 and 40 seconds between them.

2. Lunges

With or without weights, this exercise is ideal for toning thighs and glutes. It takes concentration and effort, but it’s worth the try.

• Stand with your back straight and your shoulders well aligned. The chest should be outward facing forward and the arms at the sides.
• Now step forward with your right leg and bend your knees until your left leg is almost touching the ground.
• Return to the starting position and repeat the movement with the opposite leg, alternating until completing 10 or 15 repetitions with each one.
• It is suggested to do 3 or 4 series and rest between 20 and 30 seconds between them.

3. Leg raises

There are several ways to do a leg lift to target this specific area and achieve slimmer thighs.

This time we share the side version that demands a little more and offers better results.

• Lie on your right side, on an exercise mat or mat, supporting yourself with your elbow while the hand supports your head.
• Raise your leg as high as you can toward the ceiling and try to raise it for 3-4 seconds before returning to the starting position.

• Perform 10 reps, rest, and complete 3 sets on each leg.

4. Ball lifts

To perform this exercise you must stay focused. The idea is to pick up the ball and not drop it during reps.

You will feel slight pressure on your legs as you work. That annoyance will tell you that you are doing very well.

• Lie on your back, on a mat or mat, with your arms crossed or resting your head on your hands.
• Place a ball between your legs, stretch them out as far as you can, and try to raise them toward the ceiling, making sure to use only the strength of your hips and glutes.
• Gently lower your legs and try to do 3 sets of 15 reps.
• Remember to rest for 20-30 seconds between sets.

5. Scissors lying down

The scissors exercise has different variations depending on the posture of the body that you want to adopt and the movement that is repeated.

We recommend lying scissors. These are special for working and toning parts of the body such as the thighs and buttocks.

• Lie on your back with your arms placed at the sides of your body, stretch your legs and raise them 4 to 6 inches above the ground.
• Contracting your abdomen and pressing your inner thighs, cross your legs in a scissor motion, trying to hold the position for 8 to 10 seconds.
• Do 6 to 8 repetitions.

How about these exercises to achieve slimmer and firmer thighs?