Exercises for Thinner Thighs

Most men and women have their own trouble spots. Women have a tendency to accumulate fat in the lower parts of the body. Therefore, you will see women complaining about thunder thighs, while men complain about the belly. There are various reasons for the accumulation of fat around the thighs. The main reason is to protect the reproductive organs. Sometimes, the bone structure one is born with also has a role to play. The other reason for fat accumulation around the thighs is 'genes'. If your mother and/or grandmother were 'blessed' with thundering thighs, then it may have been passed onto you as a part of the 'heirloom'. However, it is not difficult to get rid of thundering thighs, if you have the right approach. You will have to ensure you take care of your diet. You will have to reduce your fat intake and have a healthy diet. At the same time the exercises for thinner thighs will go a long way in helping you achieve your goal.

How to Get Thinner Thighs with Exercises

You will be happy to note, when thighs are worked out regularly, they show results faster as compared to other parts of the body. However, you will have to be consistent with your efforts.

Squats: There are different versions of the squats, that you can do. Here is the basic version of the squat. To do the exercise, stand with your feet about a foot away from the wall with your back facing the wall. Maintain shoulder width distance between your feet and touch your back to the wall. Slowly lower yourself, as you slide down on the wall. Lower yourself till your thighs are parallel to the floor. Make sure you do not lean forward or your knees cross over your toes. Hold the position for a couple of seconds and slowly come back up to repeat the exercise.

Lunges: Like squats, there are different versions of the lunges exercise. To do the basic version of the lunges, stand with shoulder width distance between your feet. Now step the right leg in front of you. Slowly lower yourself, such that your right thigh is parallel to the floor and the left knee is locked. Hold this position for a couple of seconds and slowly come back up. Finish the repetitions on the right leg before you switch over to the left leg.

Leg Lifts: To do this exercise, lie on your back with your hands placed next to your buttocks. Bend the right leg and place the feet on the floor, as you keep your left leg extended. Now slowly lift the left leg off the floor keeping the knee locked. The left leg should go beyond the right knee. Slowly lower your left leg, but do not let it touch the floor and lift it up again to repeat the exercise. Finish the repetitions on the left leg, before you switch over to the other side.

Step Ups: One of the most effective thin thigh exercises are the step ups. You will have to use the ledge of the staircase for the same. Step the right leg on the ledge followed by the left leg. Now bring the right leg down followed by the left leg. This time step the left leg up, followed by the right leg. Continue to do the step ups for 5 to 7 minutes to see the results for yourself. A simple trick to remember, when you are doing this exercise is that the leg you use to go up, is the leg which will come down first as well. In other words, right leg up first, then it is the first to come down as well.

Walking: The answer to the question, how to get thin thighs cannot be complete without the mention of the walking exercise. Walking helps in burning fat around the thighs, buttocks and also abdominal fat. It is important that you brisk walk for at least 30 to 40 minutes everyday, so that you can derive the benefits of the exercise. Remember, it has to be brisk walking and not like a casual stroll in the park. If possible, you may also want to try power walking. It is also beneficial in working the thighs.

Cycling: Among the thigh exercises, this is my personal favorite. You can choose to make the bicycle your mode of transport. It will not only help you to get rid of thundering thighs, but also to save the environment. Alternately, you can use the stationary cycle as well. However, you will have to cycle with added resistance, when you are cycling, to see the benefits. Cycle 3 to 4 times a week for 30 to 40 minutes to see the results.

These were some of the exercises for thinner thighs. Along with these exercises, make sure you also include some cardiovascular exercises in your workout. It would be best if you alternate between walking and cycling exercise and do the other bodyweight exercises 3 to 4 times a week. Doing all these exercises will definitely help you reach your goal. However, remember to be patient and consistent. If any one of them is lacking, then it can be a real uphill battle for you.