Leg circles, also known as single or one-legged circles, are a great Pilates mat exercise for strengthening the core, glutes, and hip muscles, and improving...
Unlike the highly celebrated gluteus maximus that forms most of your butt’s shape and size, the gluteus medius rarely gets the spotlight. This muscle appears...
When you practice proper form, squats fire up nearly every muscle in your lower body, from your quads and hamstrings, to your lower back and core. But...
You don’t need a loaded barbell and a weightlifting rig to get strong hamstrings. When done properly, bodyweight hamstring exercises can provide that sought-after sculpted...
What makes the squat thrust so effective? Using only your bodyweight, it repeatedly hits many of the major muscle groups in both your upper and lower...
If you want to move more powerfully and prevent injury, it’s time to incorporate hip extensions into your exercise routine. So, what’s a hip extension?...
Whether done by stepping forward or backward, the lunge is popular among trainers for good reason: It not only hits your legs and glutes, but also works your core and...
