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Best 5 No Equipment Exercises for Toned Strong Legs at Home


Mon 14 Sep 2020 | 09:16 PM
Sara Goda

There is no doubt that we all want those toned model-like legs but with the coronavirus pandemic and being stuck at home for months; it was a little bit too hard to workout and stay motivated. However, it is not too late to start exercising and working towards those toned and strong legs. So, here are the best best 5 no equipment exercises for toned and strong legs at home:

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  • Squats
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    A squat is one of the best exercises out there especially because it helps in promoting muscle building by creating an anabolic state in the body. It also works a wide range of body muscles like the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, abs, butt and lower back causing the body to burn more calories. Squats are also known to help in improving the flexibility, balance, heart strength, digestion, circulation, joints and posture.

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  • Lunges
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    Lunges are a unilateral exercise that work each side of your body independently causing your body to be less stable and thus, forcing the spine and core muscles to work extra hard which improves the balance, stability and coordination of the body. They also build muscles and reduce the body fat by working some large muscle groups in the lower body like the calves, hamstrings and glutes. Lunges are also known to improve the body’s posture and symmetry.

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  • Deadlifts
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    Deadlifts help burn fat and build muscles like no other exercise seeing as they work a really large number of muscles like the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, inner thighs, calves, lower back and mid back. They also help improve the posture by increasing your core strength and stability. Deadlifts are also known to keep your shoulders, spine and hips aligned.

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  • Sumo Squats
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    Sumo squats are a great squat variation that focus on working your inner thighs and glutes while also working your hamstrings, quadriceps, hips and calves. They also focus on improving the balance and mobility of the body by strengthening the spine and core muscles.

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  • Bridges
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    Bridges are an amazing lower body exercise that focus on working your glutes and hamstrings while also working your lower back and abs. They help in improving the flexibility, balance, posture and core strength. Bridges are also known to reduce knee and back pain as well as stimulating the lungs and thyroid.

     

    Make sure to consult your physician before trying these 5 no equipment exercises for toned & strong legs at home. Finally, Stay Safe!