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10 ways to firm your bum

10 ways to firm your bum | Exercises for bums

It's the Christmas party season and nearly time to squeeze into your party dress but gravity, hormones, age and gaining weight are all reasons why our shape changes. This is also why bums start to head south and lose their firmness. If you'd like a firmer bum, and let's face it, who wouldn't, then follow our easy countdown to a better bum.

Firm your bum: Take the stairs
We know the lift is the fastest and easiest route but if you take the stairs you'll firm up your bottom, get toned calves too and it's a free workout. Build up to doing two steps at a time, and don't forget to stretch your legs out when you get to the top to keep your muscles long and lean.

Firm your bum: Get a new pair of trainers
There's no point exercising in bad trainers, you could do more harm than good. You don't have to spend loads of money though, as long as they fit properly and have a firm, springy sole. You could go one step further and buy a pair of trainers that have a raised toe and lower heel. These work your legs and bum harder, so even if you just go for a walk around the block or walk to pick your kids up from school, you'll be giving your bum an extra workout. Ask your local sports shop for MBT trainers.

Firm your bum: Warm up with squats
There's nothing that works the bum as well as squats. They'll be tough at first but stick with them, you'll find you can do more and go lower, the more you do. Here's how...
1. Stand with feet as wide apart as possible, feet pointing out to the side, rather than in front.
2. Put your hands on your hips to balance, keep your back straight.
3. Bend at the knees and lower yourself down, so that your thighs are parallel with the floor, keep your bum tucked in and your tummy firm.
4. Repeat 10-12 times.

By Louise O'Connell

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