INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS
How creepy is this? The anniversary of the bra today is actually quite fitting as I recently had a rather depressing visit to Victoria’s Secret. In my quest to shed the last of my baby weight, I lost 2 freakin’ cup sizes. I had been running around in a bra that I absolutely no longer filled out but refused to give up. Oh well, at least now I have a couple that actually fit. Funny, though, they didn’t offer me any animal heads to try on with my bras…
Okay, maybe getting an ass like this is a bit of a stretch but what I believe sets us ‘hot’ moms apart from others is that we keep trying. We may never be able to completely defy gravity but we can hold it at bay and even repair what those pesky kids did to our rear view. To be nice, I’ll start with the easiest of the butt toning exercises and end with the most dreaded. To regain the perk, please do all four exercises 3 times a week. Do it. Now. You’re welcome.
1. Lying Butt Lift
The lying butt lift, is one of the simplest and easiest butt firming exercises. Lie on your back and place your right heel on a low surface, like a coffee table, side of the bed or use a chair. Rest left ankle on right knee. Keep arms at your side and shoulders flat. Lift hips and squeeze your tush. 3 sets of 10 on each side.
2. Step-ups
Step-ups are another easy to do butt firming exercises. You just have to step on a platform, or any raised area for that matter. You have to step up and down repeatedly on a quick motion with a straight back at all times to be able to work not only your butt, but also your legs, and even your thighs. 3 sets of 20.
3. Lunges
These aren’t quite as bad as squats but they are no picnic either. The good news is that lunges not only firm your butt — they also tone your legs. The successful lunge is done this way: first, you stand with your two feet pointed straight and with a distance of at least a shoulder width. Bend into lunge and make sure your knee doesn’t extend beyond your toes. 3 sets of 12 on each leg. Hold 5-10 pound free weights to add intensity.
4. Squats
The squat is my most hated butt firming exercise but a necessary evil. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. Keep your feet planted firmly on the floor, with your back straight and head facing forward. Slowly lower your body, while bending your legs. Be sure not to lean forward. Don’t allow your knees to extend over your toes. Keep squating until you are in a seated position. After you have performed a full squat, begin to lift you body and come to your starting position again. 2 sets of 20. Again, add free weights to increase intensity.
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