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As you age, it can be difficult for your joints to maintain balance and stability if you don't exercise your legs. Over time, you start to lose muscle mass, strength, and some leg function. Furthermore, after age 30, you lose 3% to 5% of your muscle mass every 10 years if you are chronically inactive.

Fortunately, some simple leg-shaping exercises can help keep your legs looking strong. And strong legs can better support your body and make you more attractive. Also, it's less likely to get you hurt like before.

Even better, you don't need fancy, expensive exercise equipment or a trip to a gym. You can simply do it at home.

Are you ready? Here are the best leg exercises for women at home.

1. Squat

The squat is often called the "king" of the sport. This is one of the best ways to exercise your legs. Not only will it help you build muscle, but it will also work your abs, crotch, and butt. Also, if you're suffering from back pain, this is a great option because it won't strain your back.

• Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, keeping your toes slightly out.
• Bend your knees until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
• Pause for a moment, then return to the original position.
• Repeat.
• Do this exercise near a wall if you need a little support. Do it two or three times a week, 15 times in each group.

2. Lunge squat

When it comes to strengthening your legs, lunges are definitely one of the most popular options. It strengthens your legs while improving your flexibility and stability. Lunges also shape your glutes and abs. What's more, it can help you improve your posture.

• Hold dumbbells in both hands with feet hip-width apart.
• Take a big step forward with your right leg, then lunge until both knees are bent 90 degrees.
• If possible, touch the ground lightly with your left knee.
• Then push your feet forward, returning to the starting position.
• Repeat on the other side.
• Do 3 sets of 12-15 reps on each leg. You can also do this without dumbbells if you're just starting out.

3. Single leg deadlift

The single-leg deadlift targets all the muscles in our body, such as the hamstrings, glutes, and even the core. It increases your strength, balance and stability. Another benefit of the single-leg deadlift is that it also improves leg and hip mobility.

• Stand with feet hip-width apart.
• Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing the front of the thighs.

• Lean forward, shift your weight to your left leg, and stretch your right leg back slightly.
• Then lift the stretched right leg until the body is parallel to the ground and the arms hang down.

• Slowly return to the starting position.
• After all the movements are done, repeat and switch legs.
• Do 3 sets of 15-20 reps, resting for 60 seconds in between. If you are a beginner, you can also do the exercises without weights.

4. Jackpot

Jumping jacks are a great leg-building exercise. It works your quads, glutes, and glutes. They can also increase bone density, according to one study. Additionally, this exercise increases your strength and agility.

• Stand up straight with your legs together and your arms at your sides.
• Jump into the air with legs slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and arms stretched overhead.
• Jump back quickly.
• Repeat.
• Start by doing 3 sets of 10 or more repetitions of jumping jacks.

5. Single leg heel raise

Single-leg heel raises (simply understood as tiptoe) strengthen your calves and help you improve your balance while standing on one foot. This is important because it improves athletic performance and prevents injuries. In addition, it prevents the occurrence of knee pain. Of course, it also has the potential to increase your calf size.

• Stand with feet hip-width apart and arms at hips.
• Bend your left knee so it's level with your hip.
• Lift your right heel, balancing on the ball of your foot.
• Pause for a moment and lower your heels.
• Repeat the above steps, then switch sides.
• Do 3 sets of 15-20 reps on each leg. You can also consider adding weights to increase the difficulty.