How to tone the lower half of your body without doing a single squat

If you're like us, practically every year your New Year's resolution is to tone us that tush! And not simply that -- many of us want to tone our entire lower halves in general. But we get it, it's hard work! Staying in shape is one thing, but getting there? That's the hard part. Truth be told however, it's not as complicated as you may think to tone up your legs and backside.

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There are a few core moves you can certainly do to look lean and mean! Now, we know what you're thinking -- you HATE squats, right? It's okay, because most of us do! The dreaded squat is usually never fun despite it's always excellent results. But today, we're showing you how to get the lower half you desire without having to do one single squat (YES, you heard right, no squats).

So, take a look at 4 key moves in the videos below below and rejoice, because your lower body workout just got a whole lot more interesting.

1) Back lunge

2) Step-ups

3) Lying leg lifts



4) Sliding side lunge



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