The curtsy lunge targets that 'side butt' area of your glutes, and the side lunge kicks in the adductors (the inner thigh), and all the while you still have your quads firing," Molly said. "Use a kettlebell or dumbbell to keep the reps lower. If the weight feels too easy, you'll need to do a ton of reps and that can become tedious."
- Hold a five- to 10-pound weight in your right hand, and lunge to your left, bringing your right hand to your left foot.
- Lower your butt as much as possible while sinking back into your heels. Keep your toes pointed forward and your left knee bent no more than 90 degrees.
- Push off gently with your left foot, and come into a curtsy position with your left leg crossing behind your right as you press the weight overhead, keeping your hips square and your curtsy tight. That's one rep.
- Repeat by stepping back into the side lunge, and complete three sets of 15 reps on each side.
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