Toned Legs for Summer

The Sumo Squat

• Stand with your feet as wide apart as possible while pointing your toes outward.
• Lower your body until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
• Hold for a beat, exhale, then press back up to starting position. Repeat.
• To make it more challenging. Hold a 10 lbs medicine ball (or dumbbell) between your legs.

Keep your shoulders directly over your hips at all times. For best results, don't lean forward or let your knees extend beyond your toes. Keep your abs drawn in and don't arch your back.

Doing this sumo-inspired exercise will strengthen your inner and outer thighs. Best of all, there's no loincloth required!