How to Lose Leg Fat in One Month.
Losing fat in the legs will improve your
appearance and your health. Carrying too much fat slows you down and
increases your risk of heart disease and diabetes. A weight-loss goal of
1 to 2 pounds a week is reasonable, which means in 30 days you can lose
4 to 8 pounds. Losing leg fat in 30 days requires a plan of healthy
eating, cardiovascular workouts and leg toning exercises.
Step 1
Eat a healthy, low-calorie diet. Eating more
calories than your body need leads to fat gain. Cut your calories by
eliminating sugary and fatty foods from your diet. Measure your portion
sizes to avoid overeating. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
suggest eating fresh, healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables, whole
grains and lean proteins such as poultry.
Step 2
Perform 30 to 60 minutes of cardiovascular
exercise five days a week during the course of 30 days. Cardiovascular
exercise burns fat speeding up the weight loss process over dieting
alone. Consider doing exercises that also target the legs such as
rollerblading, running, hiking and bicycling.
Step 3
Do squats two to three days a week over the
month. The American Council on Exercise reports that squats along with
lunges are the best exercises for thighs. Start by standing with your
legs a little wider than hip-width. Bend your knees, shifting your
weight back as if you're going to sit down. Don't allow your knees to
extend over the toes. Straighten your legs to return to the start
position. Add resistance by holding dumbbells or a barbell.
Step 4
Perform lunges two to three days a week for
30 days. Stand with your legs hip-width apart. Step forward with your
right leg, bending the knee as shift your weight forward. Keep your
right knee over the ankle. Push back with the right foot to return to
the start position. If you have bad knees, step backward instead of
forward into the lunge. Add resistance by holding a dumbbell in each
hand. Perform the lunge to the side to target the adductors and
abductors -- inner and outer thighs.
Step 5
Take the stairs instead of the elevator or
escalator during the next 30 days. Using the stairs burns fat and tones
the legs. It can also cut your risk of premature death by 15 percent,
according to WorldHealth.net.
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