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For many women problem zone number 1:the inner thighs. These exercises bring you closer to a thigh gap.

Sumo squat

Set your legs further apart than in a normal squat (slightly wider than shoulder width) and turn your toes out. If necessary, take a weight in your hands (for example a kettlebell). Then pretend to sit by lowering your buttocks back and bending deep into your knees. Keep your back straight, and make sure your knees stay above your ankles. Do 3 sets of 8 reps.

Read also: 'Tips against chafing thighs'

Deep slide lunge

Stand up straight with your hands on your hips. Exhale and take a big step sideways. Lower the hips and bend your right knee, keeping your back leg straight. Hold on for a second. Then push off with the heel of your left leg, push your hips up and jump back to the starting position. Switch to the other side (this is 1 rep). Do 3 sets of 8 reps.

Side leg raise

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your hands along or on your hips. Tighten your core and now slowly extend your right leg out to the side. Hold for a moment and slowly lower your leg. Switch to the other side (this is 1 rep). If you want to make this exercise harder, you can use an elastic band. Do 3 sets of 8 reps.

Curtsy lunge

Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Take your right leg a big step back and cross it behind your left leg. Bend your knees and lower your hips until your right leg is almost parallel to the floor. Keep your torso straight and your shoulders back. Return to the starting position and switch to the other side (this is 1 rep). Do 3 sets of 8 reps.