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Get Rid of Saddlebags with this Workout

Transform your body! Follow this 12-week program for the home or gym, designed by Skinny Ms. Fitness, to define, tone and create the body of your dreams.

No more saddlebags workout! Perform the following exercises one after the other without resting.  Rest 45 seconds after a complete circuit (all exercises).  Repeat circuit 2 times for a total of 3 circuits. You will need an exercise ball, yoga mat and water.

Watch the videos below for a demonstration of correct form. For optimal results, perform this workout two times weekly.  

Mountain Climbers – 20 reps (10 each leg)
Side lunge – 10 reps (5 each leg)
Stiff legged deadlifts – 12 reps
Run in place – 30 seconds
Outer Thigh Lifts – 20 reps (each leg)

Mountain Climbers

Side lunge

Stiff Legged deadlifts

Run in Place

Outer Thigh Lifts

This workout was designed by Gale Compton who is a nationally certified fitness instructor. Gale received her training from the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association.

Exercise and health are matters that vary from person to person. Participants of this workout should speak with their doctors about their individual needs before starting any exercise program. This Web site is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice and supervision of your personal physician. Any application of the recommendations set forth in the following pages is at the viewer’s discretion and sole risk. See your physician before beginning any exercise program. This is especially important if your family has a history of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, arthritis, obesity, cigarette smoking, or other health conditions. If you have any doubts whatsoever, consult your physician.





36 Fat Blasters
  • Julia Bernal

    Thank you Gale (Skinny Ms. Fitness) for putting this workout together. This is fantastic and I cannot wait! 

    • http://skinnyms.com Skinny Ms.

      You're welcome, Julie. Let us know how you like the workout.

  • Amber

    Can you do the last workout without the exercise ball? Maybe use a chair?

    • http://skinnyms.com Skinny Ms.

      Amber, Definitely…whatever works for you!

  • 34601

    I go to the gym 5 times a week 60 mins cardio treadmill 3.5 miles and 30 mins of weight training what machine is best to use for saddle bags?

    • http://skinnyms.com Skinny Ms.

      Standing cable machine. Attach the strap to your ankle and perform side leg raises.


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