Butt Toning Exercises to Do at Home

If your behind is a little more wobbly than you like, there's plenty to do about it. Eating right and exercising are the keys to getting a better butt fast. There are lots of easy-to-do butt toning exercises so your butt looks great in no time flat.

Squats

These are the granddaddy of butt toners; the humble squat works your glutes, quads and strengthens core muscles so that your butt looks great all the time. Lower yourself into a firm chair, but stop short of actually sitting in it. Hold the 'hovering' position for a count of five, then raise back up. Repeat 10 times, then work up to two or three sets of 10.

Bridge

Lying flat on your back with your feet planted firmly on the floor, raise your hips off the floor. Your body must be in a straight line from knees to shoulders, and you must contract your abdominal muscles and squeeze in your glutes. Lower yourself back slowly to the floor after a count of five, then repeat 10 times.

Kickback

This is a good beginner butt toner that most people are able to do. Start on your hands and knees, with your head up and your back straight. Lift one leg up into the air, keeping it bent at the knee and making sure to keep your back straight. Hold it for as long as possible, then lower it and repeat with the other leg. Work up to five times per leg or more if it is tolerable.

Step-ups

A set of stairs or low, sturdy bench is all you need to do step-ups. These are easy to do; simply step up and down on them as though you are walking up and down steps. Take care not to slip or fall and injure yourself, but don't hold on to anything for support. Work up to as many step-ups as possible comfortably.

There's no fancy equipment needed to do these butt toning exercises; simply use what you have at home. Work in a few sets of each of these three to five times a week for best results.

Top 10 Reasons To Exercise

I would think everyone would be in agreement that working out is good for you. I also think everyone would agree that not everyone sticks to their new years resolutions of joining a gym and staying with it. Why is this?

I think it has a lot to do with not knowing all of the benefits you are actually getting from working out 2 - 3 times a week. Let's delve into the top 10 ways in which working out actually improves our health, amongst other things.

1).Sleep: Did you know that by working out you get better sleep at night? It makes sense right? I mean, using your extra energy during the day and expending it at the gym should make you more tired right? Well, you'd be half right. Studies have shown that those who workout regularly spend more time in the deepest state of sleep. Careful, do not workout too close to bed as post-workout energy levels are typically high due to endorphins being released.

2).Fight aging: Workout out improves skin and muscle tone, thus helping you look younger. Exercising regularly helps to decrease wrinkles and tone you up, thus keep you looking how you should and slowing the aging process.

3).Memory: Remember the last time you worked out? No? Perhaps this is because you're not working out regularly! Exercise helps improve mental faculties including memory and sharpness.

4).Confidence: Those who workout have proven to have higher confidence levels over those who don't. This doesn't just apply to appearance, rather it transcends into all walks of life.

5).Immune system: Exercise stimulates the immune system. Science has proven that those who workout more, get sick less than those who do not workout.

6).Energy: You often hear; "If I just had more energy I would work out." Well, the truth is, the more you work out, the more energy you will have.

7).Sexual performance: Those who workout regularly find themselves to have a stronger libido as well as more stamina in the bedroom.

8).Anxiety: Studies have shown that working out is a great stress reliever. Those treating for depression are often prescribed exercise regiments.

9).Healthy muscles and joints: Working out improves the strength and elasticity of your ligaments, joints, and muscles.

10).Health: A fit body not only improves their immune system, but also decreases their chances at getting many diseases. This includes osteoporosis, heart disease, and diabetes to name a few