by Laura Tobin
The key to slimming anything is cardio, great eating habits, and moderate strength training. The following are my tips for slimming the legs.
1.) Do a variety of cardio. For men, I have found the best tip for slimming legs is jogging, however most men aren't worried about slimming legs due to not holding much body fat there. Women, use the stairmaster! This machine is awesome for your rear and legs!
2.) If you suffer from cellulite increase your water and cranberry juice consumption- this is a natural and easy way to detox! Try the trampoline or jump rope- this can really help with consolidated body fat and cellulite being held in the legs
3.) When strength training make sure to use lighter weights in the area you are trying to slim. Cardio brings down the body fat and strength training brings forward your muscular strength. In order to bring them both together for a slimming effect focus on the cardio and exercise the major muscles of the legs with lower weights moderate repetitions. You want to focus on the Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Inner and Outer Thigh, and Calves! If you lift too heavy you may bulk up.
4.) Watch your nutrition! Women in particular store body fat in the hips and thighs. To encourage proper distribution of your weight always drink your weight divided by two in ounces of water every day and watch your simple carbohydrate intake. Too many carbs make women retain water and can increase the storage of cellulite!
5.) Get off your bum as much as you can! If you have a desk job try to stretch or take a short walk at least every hour!
Be active! There is no better solution to slimming your legs then using them!
