Exercise for Reducing Weight

If you are one of the many people who feel as if every calorie you eat migrates to your hips and thighs then don’t worry. Although it is difficult to lose fat on your thighs and hips as compared to your abdomen, it is not impossible. By following a balanced diet and appropriate exercises you can successfully reduce weight. The exercises mentioned below will not only help you to lose weight especially in the thigh and hip region but also make your leg muscles stronger.

• Pillow squeeze – This exercise helps to reduce fat on your inner thighs. Sit on a chair without wheels, preferably a study chair. Bend your knees at a 90 degree angle and rest your feet on the ground. Exhale, place pillow between your thigh and try to squeeze it as if you are trying to squeeze the inner stuffing of the pillow. Hold for around a minute, whilst breathing normally. Exhale and release the pillow.
• Hand push – This exercise works on the hips and outer thighs. Sit on a study chair or a chair without wheels resting your foot on the floor and bending your knees at 90 degree angle. Place your right palm on the outside of your right knee and left palm on the outside of your left knee. Keep your shoulders straight, chest out and elbow out. Now try to push your knees against your palms outside and at the same time press your palms inwards as if you are trying to get both your knees together. Maintain this position for a minute while breathing normally. Exhale and release.
• Leg raise – Sit on the same chair in the same position that is knees bend at 90 degree angle and feet resting on ground. Your hands should be placed on the sides of the chair. Exhale and extend your right leg straight. Hold it in this position for half a minute and breathe normally. Inhale while lowering your right leg. Repeat this routine, using your left leg instead.
• Seated bridge – This exercise works for the rear end and the back of your thighs. Sit on the edge of the study chair resting your feet on ground and bending your legs on knees to form 90 degree angle. Place your palms on the sides of the chair. Exhale and lift your hips, and allow your palms and feet to support your body weight. Try to lift your hips to such an extent that you body resembles the shape of a bridge. Breathe normally and hold for 30 seconds to a minute.

These exercises when practiced regularly along with a balanced diet for weight loss can successfully help you to lose weight.