Let's focus on your lower half for a minute . . . well, for 10 minutes. This fast workout targets the legs and glutes, but your core will get a little action, too. It's short, so go ahead, push yourself — keeping good form, of course — and only take rests as needed.
Leg Workout
Equipment needed: None
Directions: Warm up with two minutes of light cardio (find inspiration here), then perform as many sets of this four-exercise circuit as you can in eight minutes. Follow the prescribed number of reps and maintain good form throughout; take rests only if needed. Cool down with some stretches for your hamstrings, quads, and glutes.
Exercises:
- Squat thrust: 8 reps
- Air squat: 15 reps
- Alternating side lunge: 20 reps (10 each side)
- Sumo squat jump: 10 reps
Keep reading for detailed descriptions of each exercise.
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