Leg Day Video #2!

This is what I usually do on my second leg day of the week (out of three). It mainly works the glutes and quads - personally, these muscles are usually very sore the day after!

1. 1 1/2 barbell squats - 4 sets 8-10 reps.

This movement really gets my glutes and quads fired up. Go all the way down, half way up, all the way down then all the way up. Repeat.

2. Hip thrusts - 4 sets 8-12 reps.

This is one of the best movements for the glutes. Always make sure to place the barbell directly above the hips (a pad is very useful here, such as this one by Risefit), and to bend your knees to 90 degrees at the top of the movement.

3. Bulgarian split squats - 3 sets 8-10 reps each side.

Another great move for the glutes and quads. It takes a while to get stability in this exercise - so use low weight at first!

4. Walking barbell lunges - 4 sets 20 reps

Awesome for the quads, the lunge is a move I do at least twice a week. I like them better than stationary lunges, as they require balance and coordination. They do, however, work the same muscles as the stationary lunge, so feel free to pick either one!

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