Booty Boost #5 – Leg Curls with Dumbbells
Everyone can use a little booty boost just before summer! That’s why I created an 8-week Booty Boost Challenge!
Each week I’ll be posting a new glutes/leg exercise that I do with my clients and as part of my own bodybuilding/bikini competition fitness routine.
General notes:
Do 3 sets with 10-12 reps of each exercise, with a 45 second rest between each set. The goal is to find the right weigh for your body. If it feels like you can do another 5 reps, then the weight is too light. If you can barely lift more than 6 reps, the weight is too heavy. If you feel exhausted by the last rep but are able to complete all 10-12 reps, then you have the right weight!
You may note that in some of these videos I’m scowling; that’s because these exercises are tough!!! Fitness is not always pretty 😉
Leg Curls with Dumbbells
Not every gym has a leg curl machine, so this is one exercise you can do with a bench and a dumbbell. Lie on your stomach, put a dumbbell between your feet and flex your feet to keep the weight in place. Slowly raise your legs, trying to get as close to your butt as possible. This is a killer hamstring exercise!
And remember, not all exercises are right for everyone. You should always talk to your doctor first before doing any exercise program. The exercises here are meant for information only 🙂
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Lisa 🙂
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