My weight dropped , my shape changed, my health improved, my strength increased, balance improved, posture improved - the list of benefits goes on and on. In terms of the changes in my lower body, the picture above gives a rough idea of my squats before and after.
This is just one anecdotal account - be sure to remember; fitness looks different on everyone, and each of our bodies responds to exercise in a different way. Do squats make your legs bigger or smaller? It largely depends on your starting point. This is because squats are a great way to build muscle, which is a great way to reduce body fat; over time the lower body will lean out, but the change in body composition more muscle, less fat , means that your overall metabolism will be faster and it also leads to a change in shape, as well; the thighs will become more toned and the glutes will be lifted, more firm, and the glutes will appear more shapely.
Muscle also takes up less room than fat, meaning that although you may be building muscle and shape in the area, it technically gets smaller. What muscles do squats work? Squats predominately work your butt glutes and thighs hamstrings and quadriceps but abs, obliques, lower back, calves, and the ankle complex all play supportive roles.
How often should I do squats? Muscles that have been heavily taxed need a chance to heal themselves in between workouts. If you are sore from doing squats, wait until your butt and thighs are no longer sore before you do weighted squats or intensive leg exercises again. How many reps of squats should I do? We believe in quality over quantity and the body responds to the same principle. Rather than doing hundreds and hundreds of repetitions of squats, try doing weighted squats.
A few sets of ten repetitions of squats with a weight that makes reps difficult to complete without sacrificing form is more effective than hundreds or even thousands of squats.
This is especially true when the saved time means you have the extra time and energy to do deadlifts, lunges, bridges - a few of the best butt and thigh exercises - as well. Photo 0 of Previous Next Start Slideshow. You May Also Like. Under Armour. Strength Training. Now You Know. Latest Fitness. The effect of training volume and intensity on improvements in muscular strength and size in resistance-trained men.
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