If you’re here you’re probably struggling with getting lean legs, especially if you find it easy to gain muscle in your lower body.
You might have done all the ”best workouts for lean and slim legs” that are typically recommended, but you ended up bulkier, or with some stubborn fat on your thighs you just can’t get rid of.
I know what that feels like. Working out and seeing your legs getting bigger rather than smaller can be very frustrating.
In the past, I have struggled with under-eating and overexercising, and then with over-eating and doing the wrong exercises which made me bulky. Neither of these made me happy with my body.
After a lot of testing and research, I designed my own workout and nutrition plan focused on getting lean and toned body in a healthy and balanced way. And I couldn’t be happier!
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HOW TO TONE YOUR LEGS WITHOUT ADDING BULK
If you’re trying to get skinny legs, you need to:
1. Reduce overall body fat by doing more cardio
For cardio workouts, please read my blog post on How To Get Lean Legs With Proper Cardio.
2. Do the proper resistance training
You must do the right kind of resistance training that will tone your legs without adding bulk in the process.
3. Avoid doing workouts that will add bulk to your thighs and hamstrings
All of the exercises below are from my Lean Legs Program 1 and they are specifically designed for slimming down your legs without getting bulky.
They might look easy, but you definitely feel them and they get results! I know this style of exercise is not for everyone, but if a lean and toned look is what you are after, then these are perfect.
Lastly, there are no squats, burpees and other workouts that are known to cause bulky legs, especially for some body types.
Let’s cover the resistance training for getting thin legs in more details.
Bonus Tip: I would also advise you to find out what your body type is. There are 3 main body types and they all lose weight and build muscle differently.
I have created a Body Type Quiz which will help you learn your body type in just 2 minutes. And it’s completely free! :)
HOW TO COMPLETE THE CIRCUIT TRAINING FOR SLIM LEGS
- Complete each exercise in Circuit 1 three times (so you do exercises 1, 2 and 3 straight after each other – not exercise 1 three times).
- Do each workout for 45 secs.
- Once you have completed the 3 exercises, rest for 30 seconds.
- You should do 3 rounds in total.
- Complete circuit 2 in the exact same way.
WATCH THE LEAN LEGS DAY 1 WORKOUT VIDEO
THE EXERCISES
CIRCUIT 1
1. SINGLE LEG SKATERS
For this one, you’ll need a gliding disc. If you don’t have a gliding disc, you can use a small towel or a paper plate. I’ll put a link below to the gliding discs that I use.
This exercise will give you beautiful, lean and toned legs without bulking. Your legs will be stronger but still feminine. And it will help you build stability and coordination.
Do 45 seconds on each leg.
2. YOGA PUSH UP
This exercise combines the benefits of yoga with the amazing upper body and core benefits of push-ups.
You’ll work on your upper body and inner core muscles, and lengthen and stretch through your upper and lower body.
3. LYING LEG RAISES
This exercise will help you slim down your legs without making your thighs bulky. And it’s a great workout for your core and abs.
I used ankle weights to make it a bit more challenging – I’ll also put a link to these below.
CIRCUIT 2
1. STRAIGHT LEG DONKEY RAISES
Dokey kicks are great for building your booty without growing your thighs. Do 4 regular, 4 to the left and 4 to the right.
Do 45 seconds on each leg. Use ankle weights to make it a bit more challenging.
2. PUNCHES
Boxing is great for toning your arms without making them bulky. Victoria Secret models also love boxing.
In this exercise I also recommend using ankle weights for extra resistance.
3. ROLL UPS
This is a fantastic core and abdominal strengthening workout. It will also work your legs without making them too muscular.
Use yoga mat for comfort.
If you are interested in buying ankle weights and gliding discs, I use these ones: ankle weights and gliding discs.
GETTING STARTED WITH MY 3 STEPS TO LEAN LEGS PROGRAM
If you are looking for a workout to help you slim down your legs and tone up your body without getting bulky, my Lean Legs Program 1 will help you do just that!
I know from my own experience how frustrating it is to train hard and end up with results that you didn’t want.
That’s why I created three versions of my program, one for each of the three body types. That way you can be certain you’re going to get the best possible results!
My program includes a complete 8-week workout plan with the style of resistance training that you saw in this blog post.
The videos are full-length and you can follow them from warm-up to cool down.
LEAN LEGS PROGRAM 1 BEFORE & AFTER
Start your journey to lean & toned today!
And as always, if you have any questions, please feel free to ask!
Love Rachael xx
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219 Responses
I’ve just brought the LL1 Program. Is it OK if I swap out one of the runs for a Pilates session?
Hey lovely! Yes, that would be a okay as long as you don’t skip the power walks. :)
thank you for this!
Hi, I have been following your 3 steps to lean legs program, it is very difficult for me to travel to gym everyday to walk 45 mins in the treadmill, do you have any alternative to the 45 mins walk that can be done purely at home to get slim legs ?
Hey lovely! I don’t suggest walking at home or in place because from the experience of our customers it just isn’t as effective as walking on a treadmill or outside. If you want, you can invest in a treadmill. Just make sure that it’s in a zero degree incline. You may also try walking outside. Make sure that it’s on a flat surface :)
Can’t wait!
I can’t do a push – up so what should I do for the second exercise in circuit 1?
Hi lovely,
Feel free to exclude the push-ups and just repeat one of the exercises or increase the repetitions. :)
I hope that helps. xx