How is it already the first Friday of the month?! I still can’t believe it’s March… I feel like just yesterday we were taking down Christmas decorations, and now here I am a week away from Spring Break. The past few months have been a complete whirlwind, between the busy season at work (I’m lookin’ at you, STAAR), training for a half marathon, becoming a LipSense distributor and working on my photography business. I have never been so busy, but I am loving every minute of it!
However, something I’ve come to realize in the midst of this chaos, is that working out and taking care of myself can get pushed to the back burner. Yes, I am training for a half marathon, but it can get hard to make time to go on runs or put things on hold because I need to get some rest. That’s why workouts like the one I am sharing today have become my best friends. Not only are they quick to complete, but you can definitely feel it the next day! It’s packed with muscle burning moves that will get your metabolism revving, and won’t take up hours of your day. That’s my kind of workout!
My outfit is my newest purchase from Fabletics and I loooove it. The leggings are so fun, and I’m digging the mesh detail. Super cute, amiright? The top is the Aventura Tank, and my bottoms are the Zoey Capri.
The mini band I used is from Tone it Up, but you can find some other ones here! And if you’re looking for some dumbbells to add to your home workout equipment, check out these, or head over to this post where I talk all about my favorite at-home workout equipment. And yes, they are all from Amazon. It’s a sickness, y’all! ; )
Quick Legs and Booty Workout
Repeat each move 15 times (on each side). Go through the circuit 2-3 times!
Deep Squat
Standing with legs shoulder width apart, squat straight down until your legs make a right angle. Make sure your knees do not go over your knees!
Side Lunge and Knee Cross
Starting with your legs together, step out with your right leg and lunge down. Push up with your right leg and cross across your body to the left elbow. Repeat on the other side.
Deadlift with Weights
Holding dumbbells (I like to use heavier weights for this move), and feet shoulder width apart, bend straight down at the waist keeping your knees in athletic position. The weights should “slide” down your legs. Stand straight up, squeezing the backs of your legs and booty as you do so!
Leg Abduction with Mini Bands
Wrap a mini band (like this one) around your calves. Standing on your right leg, move your left leg away from your stationary leg. Repeat on the opposite leg.
Lying Side Leg Lift
Lie down on your right side and bend your right leg. Straighten your left leg and raise it straight up. Lower and repeat. Flip on to your other side and repeat the move.
Donkey Kicks
Get on your hands and knees, with your hands underneath your shoulders. Flex your right foot and kick it straight out. Repeat on the left side.
Side Leg Extensions
Position yourself on your hands and knees, with your hands underneath your shoulders. With your right leg bent at a right degree angle, rotate it out and back in. Repeat on the left side.
Bridge March
Laying on your back, get into a bridge position with your feet underneath your knees and booty lifted to the sky. March eat foot off the mat, one at a time.
Now it’s your turn to talk! Answer one of these questions in the comments below:
Do you workout regularly?
What are your favorite types of workouts?
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March 3rd, 2017 at 7:26 am
I just did some of these leg and booty moves yesterday. I’m battling a pretty nasty cold but trying to keep working out. Love these moves! Your outfit is also adorable.
March 8th, 2017 at 9:54 am
Way to go Jessica! My motivation has been sorely lacking, but little by little things are getting better. Booty workouts are so much fun, aren’t they?
March 3rd, 2017 at 8:41 am
Honestly somedays quick is all I have time for. If I could do some of these in the morning and at night that would work great.
March 8th, 2017 at 9:51 am
I agree!! I’m all about quick, yet effective, workouts!
March 3rd, 2017 at 8:46 am
This is awesome! I love the instructions, so easy to follow. I know what I’m doing tonight!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:51 am
Thanks Sam! Hope you enjoyed sweating it out!
March 3rd, 2017 at 9:22 am
I already do some of the moves… but learnt some new. Thanks for sharing xx
March 8th, 2017 at 9:50 am
Awesome! Which ones were new to you?
March 3rd, 2017 at 9:33 am
thank you for the instructions! very handy…. now if I can just master enough motivation to do these ;)
March 8th, 2017 at 9:50 am
You’ve got this Victoria!! Make time for that workout… You won’t regret it!
March 3rd, 2017 at 10:00 am
I love this Becca! Genius way to use gifs!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:50 am
Thanks Kara! I just know from experience that it’s WAY easier to understand a move when I can see it in action haha.
March 3rd, 2017 at 10:52 am
Love this workout for the lower body! Also love the gifs!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:49 am
Thank you Emily! They are a lot of fun to make!
March 3rd, 2017 at 2:39 pm
Great suggestions and great instruction! Thank you!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:49 am
Thanks girl! I hope the videos helped as well. :)
March 3rd, 2017 at 6:05 pm
Great workout! also super love your leggings! So cute!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:49 am
Thanks Neely!! They are SO fun, and I am a huge fan of Fabletics now. :D
March 3rd, 2017 at 7:24 pm
Wonderful workout!! I’m always looking for fun booty and leg exercises!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:49 am
Me too!! I think it’s my favorite part of the body to workout because the moves are more fun ;)
March 3rd, 2017 at 9:45 pm
This is such a great workout! Pinned for later!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:48 am
Awesome! Glad you liked it! :)
March 3rd, 2017 at 10:03 pm
Yesss! Exactly what I needed. I’ve been away with a death in the family and haven’t been to the gym in about 6 days and it’s absolutely killing me. I need to sweat it out and I followed along as I read your post. :)
March 8th, 2017 at 9:48 am
Yay!! Thanks for following along. I’m glad you liked it! My booty was sore after doing the videos haha. And I’m sorry about the death… I feel for you!
March 8th, 2017 at 11:21 am
Thanks for the kind words, hun. <3
March 3rd, 2017 at 11:14 pm
A great workout and love the brief video for form! I needed this – trying to workout at home on my own. Not always the easiest! Thanks!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:47 am
Thanks girl! The videos are a lot of fun, and I’ve found that they really help when trying to do moves with proper form. I know at-home workouts aren’t the easiest for everyone, but I have -10 motivation to go to a gym haha
March 5th, 2017 at 10:33 pm
Those side sicks and donkey kicks are brutal!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:46 am
I KNOW! I remember the first time I did them and was like “how can these even wo—“. <- That's when the burn started and never sent away haha
March 6th, 2017 at 12:15 pm
Love all of these workouts!!! We do several of these in barre class and they are killer! Me and resistant bands have a love hate relationship. It helps tone so much but gosh is hurts!!!
March 8th, 2017 at 9:46 am
Yes! I LOVE barre classes, and the little movements that are KILLER. And girl, I getchu! Those resistance bands are insane… I’m doing an entire workout post using them soon. :)