I have short, stout legs and my quads tend to bulk up very easily when I exercise. What toning exercises can I do to make my legs appear long & lean? What about cardio?
Should I not use the elliptical for cardio or is there a wrong way to work out on the elliptical?
Thanks.
2007-03-27 08:17:39 · 4 answers · asked by Misou 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Ok, how about which exercise/movements should I avoid doing? For example, I know I shouldn't do any lunges or squats.
2007-03-27 08:46:35 · update #1
I have the same problem... I'm pretty thin but my thighs are thicker than the rest of me from running a lot. I recently started taking a dance class and I've noticed my thighs look a lot leaner than they did from all the stretching.
After you exercise stretch your legs for at least 10 minutes. Your muscles are already loose and warm so you can become more flexible. This will make your muscles look longer.
2007-03-27 12:10:34 · answer #1 · answered by Saritah 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Cardio is great for toning the entire body. It tones the muscles while burning the fat surrounding those muscles.
Weight training is also good for muscle toning. To tone - use lighter weights for more reps (at least 15). The last rep should be difficult but not impossible.
2007-03-27 15:37:59 · answer #2 · answered by Kristina N 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try swimming and see if that helps. If you have short, stout legs, you'll probably always have them. It's just the way you were made. Try swimming, though. That may help you out.....good luck!
2007-03-27 15:26:45 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
JUST GO JOGGING IT WILL MAKE THEM LOOK LEAN AND TONED YOU DONT NEED TO STOP THE ELLIPTICAL MACHINE
2007-03-27 15:24:39 · answer #4 · answered by ♥I_rock_you♥ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋