20 Minute Butt & Legs Workout

Do these workouts to look great in jeans. You can firm up the butt and get great-looking legs by doing a Better Butt workout at least once a week. This app emphasizes functional strength, including balance and power. Workouts are set in gorgeous cities like Shanghai, Kathmandu, and Santiago.

Benefits of the Better Butt app:

Complete lower-body workout in just 20 minutes
Strengthen the butt, back, calves and thighs
Focuses on the butt and legs but works entire body
Exercises designed to strengthen knees as well
Improves power for daily activities like lifting, standing, and climbing stairs

Good to know:

You’ll need a chair and a wall to do these exercises
No other equipment is necessary
You can play your own music while doing the workouts
Choose from four different difficulty levels

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