Ultimate Butt Toning Workout for Greatist - 10 Min - Firming, Toning, Leads to a Bigger Butt

Glancing at this but toning workout, you may not think a lot is happening. Do not be fooled.... 💎7 DAY CHAKRA CHALLENGE www.brettlarkin.com/chakra ♥ SPOTIFY PLAYLIST that goes with this video: open.spotify.com/user/bel216/...
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TEAM - Great to follow-up this butt toning workout with the hip stretches in this video • Stretches for Hip Pain... (sorry audio is not the best as this was filmed pre-my new sound system, but it's good enough to follow along/see the stretches)
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This Lotte Berk barre-inspired seat workout is torture (in a good way) and will make your seat burn, especially if you keep the movements as small and controlled as I show you.
The focus here is tiny, one-inch pulses (isometric movements) to sculpt and the seat. While there are way fancier seat sculpting routines that utilize Jane Fonda-type moves side-lying or standing routines at a ballet bar, THIS routine is my favorite, and the ones clients have told me give them the best burn. Why? Well, in this workout, because we are flat on the floor, and the movement is so small, we're able to isolate the muscles of the seat deeply and specifically. In all the other fancier variations, there's more going - balance, awkward head and neck positions etc.
So if you want to truly tone you seat - isolate all other variables by getting flat on the floor so you can really access the seat muscles.
I'd find that other bar-inspired seat workouts would have the unwanted side-effect of straining my neck or hurt my low back. Not so here - it's just you, your seat, and the floor. Everything else is stable meaning you can work on toning your butt even harder.
Here are some tips to get the most out of this little sculpting session:
1) DO NOT let you back leave the mat. Your shirt should be on the ground the whole time. Just the waistband of your pants lifts off the ground because your cheeks are squeezing together so hard. The movement should feel tiny.
2) EXHALE every time you squeeze your cheeks together and draw your abs down.
3) PRESS your hands or elbows into the mat along side your body to stabilize you and help you squeeze deeper.
4) SQUEEZE your cheeks toward the midline -- a teeth clenching level squeeze the whole time. Never release the squeeze, just squeeze harder and harder each time.
5) STRETCH a lot - doing hip opening poses like pigeon when you're done to counteract the intensity of the workout.
Have fun!
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[@soulrisereiki9943]

Im gonna try to add this in every day with my yoga for the rest of the summer. Im in good shape and 43 but my butt needs that lift back! Thank you!

[@dflatproduction]

Your seat classes and your collabs with Capoeira Brett have become my favorites! The length is accessible enough for me to commit to every day, but if I want to do more I will. Your communication is always very clear and positive!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Thank you so much for you comment!!

[@ellenmaher5451]

Wow I keep coming back this and seems to get more intense every time. I just finished one of your quick workouts which was amazing as well. I am definitely ready for my day. Namaste!

[@ellenmaher5451]

Back again. Love this seat work. Very effective!

[@Hirnsaegen]

This is really really cool! Never done it that way...

[@marcicallahan8039]

youre the best brett larkin!!!!

[@blair1094]

I'll try to do this workout as often as I can ! Great workout as always

[@ellenmaher5451]

I have been doing this every other day for a few weeks now along with more yoga of course and it never gets easy but I can see that my rear end is starting to lift and become a bit rounder. I am 62 years old and it is nice to still stay in shape as well as opening my mind with wonderful yoga every day. Thank you so much Namaste!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

A strong tush is so good for the low back too!! So impressed with you Ellen, you're my hero!!!

[@ellenmaher5451]

Back again. I won't keep posting cause I am doing this 3 times a week but oh my goodness it never gets easy! Awesome workout. Namaste!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Haha, no, it doesn't get easy! You do get stronger though!!

[@ellenmaher5451]

I had to let you know I have been alternating every other day this practice and the thigh practice in addition to some of your more current practices. These never get easy but I know they are definitely working on toning my muscles. Amazing - Namaste!

[@ellenmaher5451]

I am back I am determined to work this into my yoga routine at least 3 times a week. It is so amazing it never gets easy. Awesome I feel the burn and know I am doing something great for my body. Thank you so much - Namaste!

[@laurena.5691]

Hey Brett! Whoa! That was awesome! Thanks so much. I needed that! ☮️🙏😊

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

You're so welcome!!! Practice with me again soon! xoxo

[@lisaverdon5382]

Wow what burn! It was amazing! Thank you

[@HollyLombardi]

❤️ this!! Challenging to not overdo the move and and the hold and squeeze. The moves are so specific and minute movements that it really works your butt

[@ellenmaher5451]

Great workout again as usual I love this one. I never could get into the playlist. Like I mentioned I am technically challenged. Namaste!

[@mjoyce1111]

Great burn. That's good for me today. Thanks as always. xoxo

[@ellenmaher5451]

I am back to this one again and again. It is awesome! What a tough and effective practice. Man feel the burn nothing like anything I have done before! Thanks Brett. Namaste!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

xoxoxo

[@reynoldstaralynn]

Love this! I've been attending Pure Barre but am currently out the country and this is a great, quick barre butt workout to keep up with. Thanks!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Taralynn Reynolds Nice! That was my exact intention with this (as a barre junkie myself) heheh :) HUGS!

[@BGYogaJourney]

Oh ma gerd... I'm burning! Thanks, Brett :)

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

+BGLady hahah yesssssss :)

[@katemoon1594]

I am mostly here because i felt too tired to do normal (or even lazy) yoga today, but wanted to do something for my mind & body. I have a weak low back and want to strengthen my body safely. I found this confusing, like i wasnt sure if i was feeling or performing the movements correctly. I will keep coming back because familiarity will help as i start to find and understand the movements. I do feel some burn, so i hope i did some part of it right !

[@klaruca]

This workout is crazy. I was literaly dying and m butt has never been on fire before like this. Thank you for this great workout!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Awesome!! If you like this one, you should join us in Uplifted next month for our sculpt challenge!! Brettlarkin.com/uplifted

[@maryrico9141]

Love it!! My cheeks definitely felt the "burn"!! Thank you, Brett. I'm so thankful that I found you and your videos!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

+Mary Rico You are so so welcome! Hope to see you again soon on the mat :)

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

+Mary Rico You are so so welcome! Hope to see you again soon on the mat :)

[@mariamarquez1361]

well this one was an underestimated burn. oh la la. thank u for this one

[@michellefernandes9309]

I have sciatica, which causes a shock of nerve pain to go down my left leg. I really want to get my butt back up where it used to be without hurting myself lol. I'm going to give this a try, and maybe you can suggest some other videos from your channel for me... :)

[@echidnadididmedusa5200]

I really enjoyed your class. At first I needed yoga for my back pain and it works a lot for me as beginner. I don’t feel pain. Also i’m doing this now. Next, i’m gonna need kegel yoga😅 Do you have the link for this class? Thk you so much for you easy and amazing yoga. 🙏🏼

[@bfs0812]

Awesome! I'm burning my Brazilian butt chicks with this incredibly short and effective workout sequence!! Thank you!

[@ellenmaher5451]

Omg I love this one. It is so painful and absolutely effective. I am almost 62 and my rear end was becoming very flat and man after doing this and your sculpt and all yoga classes at least 6 days a week since February my buns are round again. Unbelievable! I have worked out since my mid 30s and nothing has changed my body as much as yoga has and of course my mind as well. I LOVE YOGA!!! Thank you Brett for your awesome instructional practices. Namaste!!!!!!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

I can not put into words how much I love this comment and you Ellen!!! I am so happy that you are here

[@ellenmaher5451]

Thank you!!!!

[@Mrgazza55555]

Love the outfit!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Mrgazza55555 Thanks!!! Pants are Alo (link in description), top is Athleta (I think) xoxo :)

[@ellenmaher5451]

I just have to say I have been doing this and the quick tricep class you provide every other day along with other morning practices of yours. I am amazed at how much stronger I am feeling but it never gets easy so I know it is working. Love Love Love your instruction- Namaste

[@mjoyce1111]

5 Feb. burning. abs and buns today! Namaste!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

+michael joyce hehe AWESOME!

[@angelpricer]

That was fun! Wait...did I just say that about toning my buns? Seriously though, so much more doable than the dreaded SQUAT, so I'll be back for another class soon :).

[@melissamoreau2236]

YOWCH! I loved this...I mean, my cheeks are on FIRE but it was excellent.

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Melissa Baumann Hahah - awesome - best comment ever. Be sure stretch and open your hips with something like this to balance everything out kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PRf6uHYsuhl6c xoxo

[@d011p4rtz]

I added a heavy resistance loop, and OH MY does it burn XD you have TOTALLY changed my butt and my LIFE! I used to hear "SQUAT SQUAT SQUAT!" and honestly, after my eating disorder and my IBS, I can't be going up and down anymore without making myself puke :C oh shit myself U_U and people do this with 100 lbs?!?! DX but THIS is my new go to. thank you SO much. you've TRULY changed my workout and instead of going with the Squat-brigade, I am a firm believe that THIS is what I need, plus yoga, belly dance and hoopdance. thank you SO much!!!

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

+KandiViXenKHAOS so so glad this video is working for you!!

[@lsmith9490]

Fire

[@iona6790]

this was so much harder than I expected haha, destroyed my buns.

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Iona Brannon ooo yeah -- that means you did it RIGHT :) LOL

[@fawnfindslove]

🔥🔥🔥

[@ellenmaher5451]

I am technically challenged and I want to go to the spotify playlist and am having issues. Any assistance will be appreciated.

[@d011p4rtz]

I have more questions about this XD when I do this, my WHOLE leg hurts=/ is that normal? Also when I flex my heals, it hurts my shin more than anything. Am I doing everything wrong?

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

+KandiViXenKHAOS No, you're not wrong. Use off that variation if it hurts your shin. It can be normal for your whole leg and thigh to be burning as well as your seat.

[@d011p4rtz]

how often should I do this? I REALLY want a bigger butt, but everyone says squat and lift heavy and I can't exactly afford the equipment or a gym membership to have the drool worthy booty :C..

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Do this a lot! Everyday or every other day as long as you also stretch your hips every day or every other day (try my hip emergency class for stretching or any other hip ones). I can post more seat sculpting exercises too if you're interested :)

[@d011p4rtz]

BrettLarkinYoga YES PLEASE!!! :DDD I'll be your new subbie :33 I REALLY want a bigger butt, hips and thighs because I'm an inverted triangle :C so I look kinda manly

[@kaitlyncrawford9464]

How often do you recommend doing this?

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

Kaitlyn Crawford Totally depends on how much you're looking to tone this area. I wouldn't do it more than 3X a week personally since it's so intense and you don't want to strain muscles. Be sure to always follow it up with hip stretches like this class kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PRf6uHYsuhl6c (or just use some of the stretches from this vid). Hope this helps!

[@anstasia82]

So I did this last night for the first time and my calves are sore instead of my buns! What did the do wrong?

[@BrettLarkinYoga]

+naz rez sore calves are good too!!! LOL. My guess is you need to keep your back lower to the ground and clench your seat more. Remember, you're barely lifting your back off the ground, just squeezing and resueezing (like clenching and reclenching) your butt :)

[@anstasia82]

haha Thank you hmm keep my back glued to the floor! I love your videos! as a med student with such little time to work out and meditate your videos are keeping me sane!!