Strong glutes look great in jeans and make stair climbing a snap. Here are some ways you can become proud of your derriere.
Stand with your feet together, and raise your left leg behind you, several inches off the floor. Stand next to the wall or hold onto something so that you do not lose your balance. Tighten your butt muscles and press the left leg farther. Pause, and return to start. Complete a set of 10 counts and then switch leg.
Advanced
Give your glutes an extra lift with this Kick Back move. Do one set of 10 repetitions, counting 1-2-3 as you lift and 1-2-3 as you lower. Start on your hands and knees with your head in line with your spine. Contract your glutes, and lift your leg back until your thigh is parallel to the floor. Pause, then lower. Complete a set and then switch legs.
Stretch it out
Tight glutes can contribute to lower back discomfort. The lie back stretch will prevent tightening. Lie on your back and cross your right foot over your left knee so that your knee points out to the right. Contract your glutes, hold for 15 to 60 seconds and then switch legs
