Get Sleeker Thighs in 4 Moves

By Cara Kagan

Shorts season might be over, but that doesn't mean you're open to a little more thigh jiggle for the winter. Try these exercises that sculpt your front, back, and inner thighs from R. Marcus Minier of the Sports Club/LA in New York City.

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1. Bent-Knee Extension
Targets: hamstrings (back of thigh)

Lie faceup on floor with arms at sides, knees bent 90 degrees and heels shoulder-width apart on a stability ball. Lift hips toward the ceiling, being careful not to overarch back. Hold for 3 counts and lower. Repeat for 8 to 10 reps.


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2. Seated Leg Raise
Targets: quads (front of thigh)

Sit on floor with your back pressed into a wall, legs extended in front of you with feet flexed. Raise right leg off floor as high as you comfortably can, keeping foot flexed. Lower to floor without touching; do 20 continuous reps. Repeat with left leg.

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3. Scissor Kick
Targets: adductors (inner thighs)

Lie faceup on floor with arms at sides, palms down and legs extended. Lift legs about 45 degrees, pointing toes. Quickly open and close your legs, crossing the right thigh over the left and then reversing the movement. Continue scissoring legs; do 12 to 15 reps per side.

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4. Single-Leg Wall Extension
Targets: quads (front of thigh)

Stand with your back pressed into a wall, feet shoulder-width apart. Bend knees 90 degrees. From this position, straighten right leg, pointing toes. Hold for 3 counts and lower. Repeat for 8 to 10 reps; switch legs.


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