5 Exercises for Stronger Thighs – Get Rid of Saddlebags

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The legs can be really stubborn when it comes to growing muscle, especially in the thigh area. The outer part of your upper thigh especially is hard to target.

These simple and effective go-to exercises will shine a spotlight on this stubborn area. It’s important to note these exercises, along with a proper nutrition plan, will really do the trick. The key to these exercises is to focus on holding and squeezing the thigh at the top.

Perform the following exercises in a circuit to feel the burn and achieve a challenging workout!

Exercise Sets Duration
Rainbow 5 10 (each side)
Standing Side Bent Leg Raise 5 10-12 (each side)
Grasshopper Beat 5 20
Fire Hydrant 5 10-12 (each side)
Curtsy  5 12-15 (each side)

Standing Side Bent Leg Raise

Photo by Heather Wilson Philips

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