The butt and outer thigh area are considered problem areas due to their proclivity towards fat deposits. The outer thighs are made up of the abductor muscles, known as the gluteus medius and gluteus minimus muscles. The butt is known as the gluteus maximus muscle. Only dieting will actually remove the fat deposited there, but shaping and toning the muscles can be achieved through a daily commitment to exercise.
Leg Lifts
This exercise works the outer thigh. Lie on your left side on the floor with a small pillow between your shoulder and head. With your right hand on your right hip, lift the right leg six inches from the left leg and hold for ten seconds. Release the leg down without letting it fall completely, leaving an inch between each foot. Repeat this process with the right leg ten times. Swap sides and repeat with the left leg. Do three sets of ten repetitions.
Leg Circles
This exercise utilizes a resistance band to work the muscles of the outer thighs and hips more efficiently, but an old pair of panty hose can be used if you don't have a resistance band. Lie flat on your back with a small pillow behind your head and the legs extended. With one end of the resistance band in each hand, bend your left knee and place your foot in the middle of the band. Extend your foot out and up, so your body makes and upside down T shape. Holding tightly on to the resistance band, begin moving the leg from the hip in a small circle. Count to fifty, and then widen the circle as large as you can do comfortably. Count to fifty again, and return the foot to the center position. Release your foot from the resistance band and straighten your leg. Repeat this process with the other foot. Do three sets.
Squats
This exercise works the butt and the thighs. Stand straight with your legs shoulder length apart and your hands on your hips. Squat down such as sitting in a chair, keeping your back straight. Hold this position for three seconds, and then stand up straight. Repeat this ten times. Do three sets of ten repetitions.
Lunges
This exercise works the outer thighs and the butt. Stand straight with your legs together, back straight, and hands on your hips. Step forward with your left leg while bending your right knee. Place your weight on your left leg, while keeping your back straight and your abdominals tight. Step back with your left leg, returning to the standing position. Repeat with the right leg. Repeat this with each leg five times. Do three sets of ten lunges.
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