Get a Firm, Tight Butt in 3 Moves
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Whether you're at the beginner, intermediate, or advanced level, Chris Santos, personal trainer at The Gym in New York City, has three moves to help you get a toned tush.
Beginner Moves
Deadlift Squat
- Stand with feet wider than hip-width apart, holding a 5-pound dumbbell in each hand at inner thighs.
- Bend both knees 90 degrees, coming into a squat, lowering weights toward the floor.
- Do not let your knees go past your toes.
- Stand and repeat.
- Complete 4 sets of 15 reps.
Couch Bridge
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- Lie on the floor and place your feet hip-width apart on a couch or bench, knees bent between 70 and 90 degrees.
- Press into heels and drive hips toward the ceiling.
- Drop your hips and repeat. Work up to 3 sets of 15 reps.
Lateral Step-Up
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- Standing with your right side facing a step bench, hold a 5-pound weight in each hand in front of your thighs.
- Step up onto the bench sideways with your right foot and squeeze your glutes for a count of 3, then step down. Repeat for a total of 15 times on each side and work up to 3 sets.
Next: Intermediate Moves
