Good Glutes

Now that we're all rocking summer skirts, shorts, and (eek!) bathing suits, our glutes are certainly a focus during a workout. 

Try positioning your feet slightly wider than shoulder width apart and point toes out about 45 degrees.  This targets your inner thighs.

To hit those outer thighs harder, stand with feet almost touching, toes forward.

Don't forget to make the most of your strength training by activating the glute muscles by stretching and squeezing them; focus on the move, repeat conscientiously, and picture the muscles working!

Great Idea!

Freeze a bottle of water and take it as an "extra" on your next gym session.
While resting in between strength training sets, hold the frozen bottle in each hand for several seconds.  According to Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise,  cooling your palms makes you feel more energized and prepares you to bust out more reps.  AND, you'll have a super cold drink awaiting you upon completion of training!

Fit Tip

This week, add a Burpee to your regular workout routine.  Lower into a squat then put your hands down in front of you; kick both feet back to get into push-up position, then jump feet back in and return to squat.  Jump up as high as you can from that squat position.

Shoot for three sets of 15 reps daily!