I’ve loved watching gymnastics ever since I can remember. I’ve always admired the athletes’ strength and dedication to their sport. Now my daughter is in gymnastics and I love watching her!

During one of her nights of “camp” they had a conditioning class in the gym alongside her class. I started paying attention because those girls were in awesome shape. Their session was TWO HOURS long and they were moving constantly. I felt tired just watching them!

It didn’t take long before I decided to note a few of the moves to form my own workouts and the one I’m sharing today is for booty and legs. Because who doesn’t wanna shape those??

I did this workout on a Monday and was still sore on Thursday. And I’ve been working out pretty regularly so my body seemed to “appreciate” the change in movements. I definitely needed a warm bath soak!

Gymnastics Conditioning – Inspired Booty + Leg Workout

*I did not use any weights the first time I did this workout and I’m glad I didn’t, actually. I’m super sore! Feel free to add them if you like!

Fire Hydrant Kicks (aka Butt BURNER)

To perform a fire hydrant kick, get down on all fours and lift your leg out one side at a time (think dog peeing on a fire hydrant — yeah I know, but that’s the easiest way to explain) and then extend your leg out in a kicking motion before bringing it back underneath you. These will burn. Like fire.

• 10 reps each leg, 9 reps each leg, 8 reps each leg…. all the way down to 1 rep for each leg. I promise this burns. (55 reps per leg in all)

Lunges

Lunges are probably my least favorite exercise for legs but they really do amazing things for the booty! And the legs too.

• 3 sets of 10 reps (slow pace; 10 each side)

Sumo Squats

This workout couldn’t be complete without sumo squats. This is another exercise that will make your booty WORK.

• 3 sets of 10 reps (slow pace)

Alternate Single Leg Deadlifts

Deadlifts are probably my favorite exercise. These will work your hamstrings pretty nicely.

• 3 sets of 10 reps each leg (slow pace)

Calf Raises

When doing a leg workout we can’t skip the calves!

• 3 sets of 20

*If you want to add weight to any exercise, definitely do so! I would just suggest trying without weights first if you aren’t used to these moves.

Make sure you fuel your body properly after you’re done because your muscles will need it!

My current favorite post-workout drinks are the Premier Protein Ready to Drink Shakes in Caramel. All my kids love them too so you know they’re good! (if you like caramel flavor)

xo Mindi

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Make sure you fuel your body properly after you’re done because your muscles will need it!

My current favorite post-workout drinks are the Premier Protein Ready to Drink Shakes in Caramel. All my kids love them too so you know they’re good! (if you like caramel flavor)

xo Mindi