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It?s no secret that where Hollywood goes, the rest of the world loves to follow, which is probably why there’s a sudden interest in (and desire to get) round, perky, curvy butts. You can thank Kim Kardashian and her round derrière, as well as the rise of big booty anthems by Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Lopez, and Iggy Azalea, for that.
Butt workouts are trending particularly hard on YouTube, and no one knows that better than celebrity trainer and AKT InMotion founder Anna Kaiser. Kaiser has trained women like Kelly Ripa, Sarah Jessica Parker, Shakira, and Emmy Possum, and today shares a butt-sculpting workout that will give your booty major lift. Another perk (had to, sorry), is that her fitness videos are equipment-free, so you can try these out at home any time. Lunge variations: Complete a regular lunge by stepping forward, then step to the side for a lateral lunge, and finish the sequence with a curtsy lunge. Repeat the sequence eight times on each leg, pausing briefly between each repetition.
After your lunge and side lunge, step back on the diagonal for a curtsy lunge.
Curtsy lunge pulses: Pulse eight times on each leg in the curtsy lunge position.
Plank leg extension: On all fours, keep your shoulders over your wrists and abs engaged. Lift your left leg directly behind your body, slightly turning your leg out and pointing your toe. Lift the leg up and down while engaging the glute. Be careful not to arch your lower back....