Hey lovely, we’re thrilled to hear you’ve been enjoying Rachael’s content! <3 Skipping is an excellent form of cardio that generally doesn't contribute significantly to leg bulkiness. It's dynamic and targets overall toning without major muscle gain, although we highly recommend power walking instead as this is the most effective type of cardio to slim down your legs. To avoid excessive bulkiness, consider a balanced routine with cardio, strength training, and flexibility exercises. Incorporating activities like Pilates and walking, which you're already doing, is also fantastic!

Remember to enjoy the process and find what works best for you. You're on the right track, and we're here to support your health and wellness journey. Best of luck in achieving your fitness goals in the new year! xx

I’ve been reading through all your blog posts and following your Instagram and as someone who studied nutrition in school and science at university, I can already tell you know what you are talking about and I really like your advice. I was travelling for a couple of months and I’m between jobs at the minute so I’ve been trying to do Pilates and walking as much as I can but I haven’t been able to keep a consistent routine but I am looking forward to starting a diet and exercise plan in the new year. I enjoy cardio and soemthing I have done a lot of in the past is skipping. I was wondering what your thoughts are on this as a form of cardio and in relation to bulking legs? My legs are quite short and although I have a lean figure, I have always found my legs to be quite bulky. After reading through your advice, I know that things like cycling, squats, lunges etc which I had done a lot of in the past have partly contributed to this so I was wondering if this is the same for skipping and running 5km/10km frequently?

Thank you so much for all your help already!