1. Hard to Reach Places
The inner thigh is one of the hardest areas to spot-reduce. There are certain activities, such as running, walking and aerobic dance routines, that can tone the inner thigh, but sometimes it is tough to really make a difference. Diet is an important element to an overall leg-toning regimen. Incorporating routines like leg crosses can help spot-reduce the thighs, and provide some resistance and toning to other body parts.
2. Lift First
Lie on the floor with your feet extended upwards toward the ceiling. Lift your head and shoulders off the ground about three inches, keeping your abs and buttocks firm on the floor. Hold the position for a count of one, lower your head, and repeat as many times as you can. Relax for a moment, then raise your legs toward the ceiling, lifting your hips off the ground. Hold this move for a count of 10 and return. Do this three times before you continue with the crossover.
3. Cross and Lift
Cross your feet at the ankles, right foot over left. Raise your hips off the ground while holding your arms loosely at your sides. Try to use only your abdominal muscles and your inner thighs to get the lift. Squeeze your legs together as you lift to bring them into the movement. Lift and return three times, slowly. Relax a moment, and then cross your left ankle over the right foot and repeat the routine.
4. Core Training
While leg crosses offer the thighs and calves some measure of motion, toning and stretching, they are a routine that primarily works the core. The abs, obliques, hip muscles and lower back are the central part of the body from which everything moves. Leg crosses always incorporate tightening these core muscle groups to work them to the fullest. It is the isometric stability of the core that allows you to perform legs crosses properly.
5. Relax and Stretch
After working the inner thighs and applying rigorous pressure to your hips and lower back, take some time to sit and rest after doing the express leg circles. Let the muscle stop twitching, and then sit up straight. Open your legs to form a wide "V," and slowly bend forward to stretch your back and pull the leg muscles. With your arms outstretched, try to touch your elbows to the floor. Do not bounce. Sit back up straight, then slowly bend and grab your right ankle; bend your head to touch your knee while you tug slightly. Sit back up and repeat on the other leg.
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