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The sumo squat is one of the best exercises to shape the glutes and inner thighs. This move is a type of wide-legged squat. The sumo squat puts the toes at an angle. The key is to make sure your knees are parallel with the toes. How far you squat will depend entirely on your flexibility. I recommend going as far as you are comfortable with. How to Do a Sumo Squat Stand in a wide stance. Your toes should be at a 45-degree angle. Grip a heavy dumbbell or a kettlebell in both hands. Keep the upper body pin straight. Now, bend the knees into a squat slowly. Lower yourself as far as you are comfortable but make sure the knees are parallel with the toes. Push into your heels as you bring yourself up to the starting position. Now do one or two sets of 15 reps.

The lunge with twist exercise is a great core exercise that also builds lower body strength and balance. Performing a lunge while holding and rotating a medicine ball from right to left engages the quads, glutes, and core, while improving balance and proprioception. The lunge with twist is also a great way to challenge your balance and engage muscles that are used while performing any exercise your perform one leg at a time, such as running, cross country skiing, and even cycling.