Having over developed arms and back muscles, which are bigger than thighs and gluts, is a common problem for weightlifters. Below you can find a few exercises to build your leg muscles whether you’re a bodybuilder or just want to look better.
Building leg muscles
If you have skinny legs, do these exercises to increase their muscular growth. Remember the diet is a key factor to get the best results possible. It’s recommended to eat more calories in order to compensate for the ones you burn. A leg muscle-building routine should include the following exercises:
1. Weighted squats
You’re probably already familiar with squats. It’s one of the best exercises for bulking up thigh muscles due to using all muscle fibers in that area. Start out with light dumbbells and do at least 12 reps.
Stand with feet hip-width apart, back straight, with a dumbbell in each hand.
Keep arms hanging on the side of your body.
Slowly bend your knees and push your gluts back.
Hold for 10 seconds and return to starting position.
This squat is similar to the goblet squat. You can use a dumbbell or a kettlebell.
Spread your legs wide apart and keep your back straight.
Bring the weight up with both hands in front of your pelvis.
Bend the knees and push your gluts back. Bring the weight as close to the floor as possible.
9. Bulgarian squat
This leg-building exercise can be done at home or at the gym, since you only need a bench or chair to support yourself.
Put the arch of your right foot on the chair.
Bend the left knee and lower your body while lowering your right knee as far as possible (until almost touching the floor).
Do 5 reps and repeat on the other leg.
10. Cardio exercises with weights
To finish the routine or before starting your workout, we recommend that you use the cardio machines at the gym. On top of improving your cardio-respiratory health, they help tone muscles. Choose a machine with enough weight (as much as you can handle). For some people, it’s useful for building lower body muscle.
Try doing 10 minutes on an exercise bike, 10 minutes on the elliptical, and 10 minutes on the stair stepper on the hardest setting.
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