Lower Body Exercises: Get a Bigger Butt and Tighter Thighs

Exercises like pelvic thrusts and hip rotations are key to getting a bigger, rounder butt and tighter inner thighs. Learn how to strengthen hip flexors to alleviate back pain and explore movements that can help you eliminate saddlebags.

Jordan Shalhoub Doing a Plyo Box Bulgarian Split Squat

A 10-Minute Plyo Box Leg-Day Workout

Never skip leg day! For this workout with Jordan Shalhoub, all you need is a plyo box or weight bench. (A pair of dumbbells is optional if you want an added challenge.)

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Calf injury

6 Simple Exercises to Prevent Shin Splints

Athletes train to build up strength for optimal performance and resilience, but we aren’t immune to injury. The good news, however, is that there are exercises you can add to your routine to help prevent some of those injuries, especially ones due to repetitive use like shin splints.

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Daisha Graf for LIVESTRONG.COM Squat Challenge

The 30-Day Squat Challenge

Wanna look rockin’ from behind? Drop it like a squat! Squats are arguably the best exercise you can do for your derriere. If you want a better booty, why not join the LIVESTRONG team’s squat challenge?

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Workout Leg Exercises

The Top 15 Moves to Tone Your Glutes

Booty, junk in the trunk, heinie, butt, glutes. The list of names for your backside goes on and on. There are so many names for the gluteus maximus because it's such a wonderful muscle (or muscle group, if you include the gluteus minimus, gluteus medius and other supporting muscles).

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Ab wheel exercise

Exercises to Make a Smaller Waist for Men

Luckily, you can take certain measures to combat excess fat around your waist such as increasing your cardiovascular activity level and watching your diet. Additionally, certain toning and strengthening exercises will help you achieve a smaller, more toned waist.

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How to Tone Your Hips and Thighs One Minute at a Time

No access to bands, bars, bells, balls, benches or boxes? No biggie (and no need to skip leg day). All you need is your body weight, 10 minutes (or 10 one-minute exercise breaks throughout your day) and a willingness to work hard.

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