Move your body, day 20: Kick your glutes into gear

Shape and firm up those glutes with this move that's also a great training exercise for running or skiing.

DAY 20 OF 25 Kickbacks Super job yesterday. Today, shape and firm up those glutes with this move that's also a great training exercise for running or skiing. While you should focus on form, if you're ready to take this to a new stage, you can focus on intensity and burn. (Hey, if you're up for the challenge and it's a slow day, try going for 10 minutes.)  Duration: Do 12-20 reps per side. Repeat the set 3 times. Instructions: Get into all fours, with a straight spine, and contract your core muscles. Extend your right leg back and up until your thigh is parallel with the ground. The sole of your right foot should be facing the ceiling. Contract your glute at the top of the move and hold for a beat. Return to your starting position without touching your knee to the ground and repeat. Do 12-20 repetitions, then switch sides. Extra credit: Add weights. Just place them behind your knees and tighten your leg muscles a bit so they stay put — adds some resistance to the lifts! Tomorrow: Time for some flutter kicks. Yours in wellness, The Healthline Team Further Reading 15 Butt Exercises That Don't Require Weights READ ON The Benefits of Butt Kicks and How to Do Them READ ON 13 Body-Burning Moves That Require No Weights READ ON 9 Great Cardio Exercises for People Who Hate Running READ ON

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