thick legs...what can I do?

prettykitty1963
prettykitty1963 Posts: 42 Member
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my thighs and calves are so big. What are the best exercises for losing fat on your legs? I look in the mirror and realize my legs are all dimply and cottage cheesy. DISGUSTING! I am too young for that!
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  • roanokejoe49
    roanokejoe49 Posts: 820 Member
    become a runner....do squats and calf raises.
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    You can't spot reduce. You still have 52 lbs to lose. Eat at a moderate deficit, do strength training, and be patient.
  • Siansonea
    Siansonea Posts: 917 Member
    Lose weight. Eat fewer calories. Closing the refrigerator door is the most effective exercise there is. :drinker:
  • bugaha1
    bugaha1 Posts: 602 Member
    You would be awesome at Indian wrestling. =)
  • BrainyBurro
    BrainyBurro Posts: 6,129 Member
    take up prancersize. that'll solve your problem.


















































    j/k :tongue:
  • ActiveGuy81
    ActiveGuy81 Posts: 705 Member
    http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/fitness/exercises/the-pros-and-cons-of-spot-training.html
  • silver_arrow3
    silver_arrow3 Posts: 1,373 Member
    You can't spot reduce. You still have 52 lbs to lose. Eat at a moderate deficit, do strength training, and be patient.

    Do this.

    And if they still aren't to your liking, learn to love them anyway.
  • likitisplit
    likitisplit Posts: 9,420 Member
    And if they still aren't to your liking, learn to love them anyway.

    ^^^ This

    Also...
    http://asklaurenfleshman.com/2013/11/keeping-it-real/
  • prettykitty1963
    prettykitty1963 Posts: 42 Member
    I just finished C25K training..no change in weight or inches....won't calf raises make my legs bigger?
  • Markrob39
    Markrob39 Posts: 13
    Running or jogging helps so much
  • PikaKnight
    PikaKnight Posts: 34,971 Member
    You can't spot reduce. You still have 52 lbs to lose. Eat at a moderate deficit, do strength training, and be patient.

    ^This
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    I just finished C25K training..no change in weight or inches....won't calf raises make my legs bigger?


    Not unless you have a testosterone problem or are eating at a surplus.
  • Hauntinglyfit
    Hauntinglyfit Posts: 5,537 Member
    You can lose weight and strength train.
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    I just finished C25K training..no change in weight or inches....won't calf raises make my legs bigger?

    Are you eating at a deficit?
  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    Learn to love yourself the way you are.

    <---My thigh and calf measurements are huge. It's also where I store the last of my fat. They look better now that I lift heavy.
  • asp415
    asp415 Posts: 1,492 Member
    You can’t spot reduce. I have lost 40lbs & it’s all over my body. Running is my preferred method of exercise w/spinning & lifting on non-run days & beneath the fat layer on my legs I can feel some good leg muscle, but I know I won’t see the muscle definition until more of the fat is gone. I am not sure when it will be as the body loses in places it deems fit to lose it in. Just be patient, workout & eat @ a deficit & the legs will slim down as well as other parts of your body.
  • choeli
    choeli Posts: 10
    OK, I will try to reply politely, unlike some. Good job on the weight loss. It's a slow process. I have the same problem you do. I've always had runners calves but I've noticed that with my weight loss, my thighs still have that serious flab and excess skin. That will only tighten up with time. Just keep working on the full body and in time, it will tighten up. As far, as dimply. Welcome to the real world. Just be proud of the person you are and the person you are becoming.
  • DymonNdaRgh40
    DymonNdaRgh40 Posts: 661 Member
    my thighs and calves are so big. What are the best exercises for losing fat on your legs? I look in the mirror and realize my legs are all dimply and cottage cheesy. DISGUSTING! I am too young for that!

    LOL...I can totally relate. I have big legs too and I used to hate them. My mom would always say one day you will thank me for your legs. I run, squat, lunge, deadlift, walk and everything else you can think of and they are still big. However, there are very muscular and shapely now. I get compliments whenever I unleash them. They are starting to grow on me. I don't love them but then I don't hate them anymore so I say stick with your diet and exercise. You'll see some changes eventually.

    I suggest all the above mentioned exercises:wink:
  • prettykitty1963
    prettykitty1963 Posts: 42 Member
    Cardio does very little for me. I really want to start strength training...not sure where to start. I have weights at home but no barbell. What can I do?
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    OK, I will try to reply politely, unlike some. Good job on the weight loss. It's a slow process. I have the same problem you do. I've always had runners calves but I've noticed that with my weight loss, my thighs still have that serious flab and excess skin. That will only tighten up with time. Just keep working on the full body and in time, it will tighten up. As far, as dimply. Welcome to the real world. Just be proud of the person you are and the person you are becoming.

    ... What.
  • HardcoreP0rk
    HardcoreP0rk Posts: 936 Member
    As far as dimply, cellulite is a fact of life for women. All women get it, and some are genetically predisposed to have more than others. If you still have 40+ pounds to lose, keep at it and don't get discouraged. Your hard work will help reduce the appearance of cellulite, and you will eventually see slimmer legs.

    If dieting and exercising via C25K isn't giving you the results you want, try to increase the frequency and intensity of your exercise regime while taking a better accounting of your diet. You might want to invest in a HRM for improved accuracy.

    However, even now, you need to love yourself. You aren't disgusting by any stretch, and you're working hard to be the best version of you. Enjoy it!
  • cmeiron
    cmeiron Posts: 1,599 Member
    Cardio does very little for me. I really want to start strength training...not sure where to start. I have weights at home but no barbell. What can I do?

    A barbell is awesome but not necessary. You can modify almost any barbell-based lifting program to suit dumbbells. I've done all my training with dumbbells, at home (so far).
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    Cardio does very little for me. I really want to start strength training...not sure where to start. I have weights at home but no barbell. What can I do?

    What sort of weights? A program is a good guide: it'll essentially tell you everything to do, from warm-ups to progression. Try looking up Stronglifts 5x5 or New Rules of Lifting for Women (NROLW).

    In general, these programs can be cobbled together with barbells, dumbbells, or kettle. If you don't feel you have a good handle on weights, try looking into a gym, getting them second-hand from Craig's List, etc. Otherwise, making your own (filling up bags with heavy things, filling up milk jugs, etc.) or using body weight are good starts.

    In general, you want to make sure you do full body workouts (so not just working your legs) to help reduce overall body fat % the most efficiently, as well as making sure your body is "balanced" (people who tend to work only one part of themselves are more prone to injury). Overall, though: squats and deadlifts are going to be great for you.
  • DianneP6772
    DianneP6772 Posts: 272 Member
    My legs and hips used to be the largest part of me. But since i have lost this weight - everything is Much smaller, slimmer actually.
    Shocking actually. I did a Lot of cycling to get to this point and i think that was a big factor. Now i have started lifting to try to tone everything better. But the cycling really did help tone the quads. But there is, of course, room for much improvement.
    Keep with it - i really am surprised with the size reduction of my hips and thighs though.
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    squats and deadlifts and eat at a slight deficit to lose overall fat.

    you cant spot reduce but you can firm up the muscle underneath
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    You have ~50 lbs to lose until you reach your goal. You won't start to see a balanced physique until you get within 10 or so lbs of that goal. Until then all you can do is deal with the fact that different body parts lose at different rates. Nothing you can do will change that.
  • wilmnoca
    wilmnoca Posts: 416 Member
    Run, strength train
  • Bankman1989
    Bankman1989 Posts: 1,116 Member
    Just keep losing weight and exercising! No need to panic or be discouraged.
  • QuietBloom
    QuietBloom Posts: 5,413 Member
    I just finished C25K training..no change in weight or inches....won't calf raises make my legs bigger?

    But are you still eating at a calorie deficit? Congrats on the training btw. :drinker: I LOVE running. :smile:
  • QuietBloom
    QuietBloom Posts: 5,413 Member
    Learn to love yourself the way you are.

    <---My thigh and calf measurements are huge. It's also where I store the last of my fat. They look better now that I lift heavy.

    :heart:

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