Tighten up your thighs with these 3 easy exercises. Slim down and tone up in no time by performing these exercises 3 to 4 times a week, by doing 3 sets of 8 to 10 repetitions of each exercise. These personal trainer approved exercises are sure to get rid of that leg giggle and thunder thighs in no time when combined with a good diet and cardio program.
#1. Lunges
Exercise Purpose
To strengthen the muscles of the front of the thigh (Quadriceps) and the buttocks (Gluteus Maximus). 
Details
Body Part: Lower
Level: Beginner
Execution
- With both hands on your waist and feet together, take a big step forward with one leg keeping your head up and back straight.
- After you have taken your step, bend both knees bringing your trailing leg close to the ground (Inhale) and your front leg to a 90 degree angle.
- Make sure not to thrust too far forward, be sure your front knee does not go over your front foot. Instead, ensure your momentum is continued straight down thereby preventing injury to the knee.
- From this lowered position, bring yourself back up (exhale) by extending both legs back to the starting position and then repeat the movement for the desired number of reps and then switch legs and repeat on the other side.
#2. Alternating Lunges
Exercise Purpose
To strengthen the upper thighs (Quadriceps Group) and buttock (Gluteal Muscles) with an increased stability component included, strengthening the core. 
Details
Body Part: Lower
Level: Beginner
Execution
- With both hands on your waist and feet together, take a big step forward with one leg keeping your head up and back straight.
- After you have taken your step, bend both knees bringing your trailing leg close to the ground (Inhale) and your front leg to 90 degrees.
- From this lowered position, bring yourself back up (exhale) by extending both legs back to the starting position with feet together.
- Then repeat immediately on the other leg and continue alternating each leg until the desired number of reps is achieved.
#3. Leg Extensions on the Ball
Exercise Purpose
This exercise strengthens the muscles of the front of the thigh (Quadriceps Group). 
Details
Body Part: Lower
Level: Beginner
Execution
- Lie down on your back on a mat and secure the ball tightly between your ankles.
- Start with your legs and ball pointing straight up in the air with your knees locked, 90 degrees at the hips.
- Slowly lower the ball bending only at the knee until the ball touches your butt (inhale), and then raise the ball back up (exhale) making sure to keep the upper thighs perpendicular to the floor and then repeat.