Not everyone is a big fan of heading to the gym and smashing out 100 crunches in a bid for rock-hard abs. But what if you’re more of a sports-player than gym-goer, and want to target a particular part of your body? The dynamic moves of a volleyball game mean you have to keep your core tightly on lock, strengthening the muscles. Cycling for strong thighsCycling up hills will particularly work your thighs (Mike Egerton/PA)This one’s a no-brainer, because your thighs are the bit of your body that works the hardest when you step onto a bike. This is just one of the many benefits of skiing, which works your core and legs as well as helping strengthen your joints.

Source: Irish Examiner May 13, 2018 06:45 UTC