Jogging/squats for Pear Shapes

Question
Hi John,

I've been jogging/exercising on and off since I was around 17 and I am now 22.  I find that it is easy for me (probably because of genetics) to build leg muscle.  Because of this, I'm finding it difficult to slim my legs.  I started to jog seriously and perform 3-4 sets of 15 squats 4 days a week in the beginning of last June, and my thighs have definitely toned nicely, but unfortunately have increased in size.  My general build tends to be heavier on the bottom and I read several articles that said, if one is trying to slim the legs for "pear" or "spoon" shapes, then one should throw out the squats, lunges, etc. and stick to jogging/walking.

Do you think that this is good advice? And if so, will jogging continue to tone my buttocks? The reason I ask is because the squats were only for that area.  My fear is that if I throw out the squats, I won't receive the same benefits from just jogging.

Thanks so much,
Amanda

Answer
Hi Amanda
Yes,get rid of the squats and lunges  get into hill repeats.Will shape the quads and the butttocks in no time. Find a hill about 150 to 200 meters with about a 8 to 10 degree elevation and work up  to 15 repeats twice a week.If you have other questions just get in touch.

All the best

John