Toning legs

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Looking for the best/fastest way to tone legs.
I run and have been doing 30 day shred but still no difference.
Thanks

Weights maybe. Squats, lunges, etc.

Try Jillian Michaels Killer Buns and Thighs - obviously, it targets that area and has definitely worked well for me. It includes lots of weighted squats, lunges etc.

Fab thankyou.

I've been doing pilates for the last 5 years, legs never looked better.

there is no such thing as toning really. What you mean is building muscle. And weights are of course the most efficient for that.

I have been doing JM lift and shred and in a few weeks my legs are so much more toned. I have large leg bones and muscles -plus quite a bit of fat and for the first time ever my legs look something resembling slim/ toned and I am happy wearing shorts. I honestly didn't expect such quick results.

Exactly what KatharinaRosalie says, to build muscle you need to start lifting weights and heavy weights at that; lunges armed with 3kg, a la Jillian Michaels, really won't cut it.

Mine firmed up using the plate machine at the gym. You do squats and heel raises on it.

I'm surprised running hasn't done the work for you.

Squats and lunges, even with just your bodyweight, will make a difference. Obviously if you don't have access to weights, you need to increase the number of reps you do. Make sure you are using the correct form (have a look at YouTube for help if you need it - and use a mirror to check your form). Keep the intensity high if you want results. Step-ups (or running up flights of stairs) are also good. Cycling especially uphill.

Yes to squats and lunges with heavy weights. A squat rack or Smith’s machine in a gym can enable you to go heavy as you don’t have to lift the bar up on to your back. Leg press machine is also awesome.

Running will not build much muscle if it is long distance, steady pace running. To build muscle you would need to be doing explosive activity, ie sprinting.

Squats and lunges.

Maybe do a weekly Pump class. Then move to proper weighted squats & lunges when you're confident with the light weights of a Pump class (you can't really work heavier than 10-15 kilos in Pump because there are so many reps).

TRX
For me it’s toned the parts other exercises doesn’t touch!