14 Moves for the Perfect Bubble Butt

Great butts are NOT just for swimsuit season, ladies! Don’t get lazy just because you haven’t had to strut around in a bathing suit in a while. These exercises are easy to incorporate into any workout. Whether you’re are at the gym, the park, or your house, the following moves will work your glutes so you can crack out those yoga pants, leggings and shorts with no regrets or shame.

1. Tip Toe Plié Squat: Squats are a must-do exercise to earn your bubble butt, and this move puts a new twist on the traditional squat. The most important part of this exercise is posture! Learn how to do this move by clicking here.

Only got one minute to spare? Do Tiptoe Plié Squats for 60 straight seconds alongside Real Mom Model Melissa! Click here to see step-by-step instructions.

2. Scissor Jumps: This exercise is a bouncier modification of the traditional lunge and it is sure to get you on your way to the perfect bubble butt. See the steps by clicking here.

Pro tip: If the jump is just too hard on your knees, take a small step in between each lunge to take the weight off!

3. Lunges: Here’s another must-do move to tighten your glutes! Correct posture is always important; learn how to correctly lunge here.

Pro tip: Want to really feel the burn? Add some dumbbells or try the Leaning Lunge Combo or Reverse Lunge Twist with Weighted Ball.

4. Straight Leg Pulse: While on your hands and knees, stretch out one arm and the opposite leg. Quickly pulse the arm and leg for 15-20 reps. Remember to keep your spine straight and your stomach tight. Complete three sets on each side. Find more info here!

5. Wall Sit: Don’t let the word “sit” throw you off, this move will have you feeling the burn!Click here to learn more about the wall sit.

Pro tip: If you need an extra challenge, lift one leg and hold it straight out in front of you as you sit. Switch legs every 15 seconds.

6. Glute Bridge: Be sure to add this move to your routine if you’re looking to tone your tush! If you want an added challenge, try lifting one leg as you lift your hips. See how to do a glute bridge by clicking here.

7. Dumbbell Deadlifts: Not only does this exercise tone your butt, but the dumbbells also work your arms. Two benefits in one move! Learn more about dumbbell deadlifts here.

8. Frog Jumps: Get moving and feel the burn with these frog jumps! See how to get hopping by clicking here.

9. Plié Squat with Body Bar: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, with your toes facing outward. Perform a squat with your knees pointing outward, holding your chest up and back straight. Click here for more details.

10. Superman: This Superman move will give you a Superwoman bubble butt! Learn more about this move by clicking here.

11. Donkey Kick Planks: Here’s another compound exercise. The donkey kicks work your glutes, while the plank puts your arms and core to work! Click here to see how to do this move.

Pro tip: If you aren’t feeling it, tuck a dumbbell behind the knee of the leg you’re lifting for some added tension!

12. Flutter Kicks: This exercise will tone your tush and keep your core engaged! Learn how to do this move here.

13. Single Leg Lifts: As you lie on your back, focus on one leg at a time through controlled, smooth movements. Get more tips on this exercise here!

14. Weighted Plié Squats: Ever wonder how ballerinas get so slim and strong? Here’s one ballet move with a dumbbell added for an extra kick! Learn how to perfect this move by clicking here.