Lower Body Workout: Explosive Exercises

Get Some Spring in Your Step

Sculpt your legs for shorter hemlines—and get faster and stronger in the process—with these explosive, plyometric moves
By Alyssa Wells and Hollis Templeton fitbie
 

Plyo Inner/Outer Thigh Toners

Set 1: Second Position Plie
Perform one set of high rep plies holding a light to medium dumbbell. See how to perform a plie.

Set 2: Second Position Plie Jumps
Without using a weight, position your body as if you were going to perform a second position plie, but before you do, jump up as high as you can. When you land, bend your knees until your thighs are parallel to the floor. Continue jumping until your feet do not leave the floor. Here’s what a plie jump looks like.

Set 3: Second to First Position Plie Jumps
Plie jump between second position (heels separated by one foot length, feet turned out completely) to first position (heels together, feet turned outward like you’re trying to form a straight line), making sure to roll through the foot (toe-ball-heel) as you land. Keep your ribcage and abs engaged as you perform the exercise.

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