Howdy,

I've been working out for over 1.5 years and have dropped about 20 lbs so far. Because of high cholesterol I focus on mostly cardio (bike, treadmill, elliptical) and do some weight training. I've noticed improvements in my overall physique, but find that I am still lacking muscle definition in my legs. I know I have lost some fat, but don't see the improvements in my legs like I want.

I should mention that the only workout I give them is the cardio training. All of my weight training is upper body. I understand that the key to showing muscle definition is fat loss and that you can't lose fat in specific areas. I have deliberately avoided weight training for my legs because I am concerned of adding muscle and therefore more bulk to them. Will weight training slim them down or make them bigger? How do I keep them trim and show more muscle defintion? Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated?

Thanks,
Darren

Work the legs. Cardio will help reduce the fat, but you still need to train the lower body. I highly recommend squats and lunges.

Yes, also do some leg extensions/leg curls...