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4 Simple Exercises for Stronger Legs

Dumbbell Squat to Overhead Press

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold dumbbells at your shoulders, palms facing forward. Lower into a squat until your thighs are nearly parallel to the floor. Quickly return to standing and immediately press both dumbbells overhead. Return to start.

Slider Squat

Stand with a slider (or paper plate) underneath your right foot, arms down at your sides. Lift your arms straight out in front of you and lower into a squat while sliding your right foot to the side until your left thigh is parallel to the floor. Straighten your left leg, pull the right leg back to start, and lower your arms. Finish the set, then switch sides.

More: 5 Training Ideas to Increase Bike Power

All That Glistens

Legs look more defined when they shine. Slather on these nonwarming oils and embrocations:

? Joshua Tree No-Heat Embrocation. Thick and smooth with refreshing peppermint and eucalyptus oils $12.

? Hammer Nutrition Pelle Eccellente. Comfrey, jojoba oil, and carnuba wax combine moisturizing properties with shine $20.

Mad Alchemy Non-Warming Preride Oil. High-gloss shimmer and pine-forest scent $24.

Rock the Socks

Which style best accentuates your calves? When in doubt, go with a shorter pair. Your legs will automatically look longer and leaner. Check out our list of Socks That'll Flatter Any Legs.

More: The Science Behind Your Socks

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