How to Widen Hips for Crossdressers: 6 Effective Tips and Exercises

An hourglass shape is necessary to nail many crossdressing styles. But not everyone was blessed with wide hips. Every crossdresser knows how frustrating it is to look so boxy! Here’s the great news, though: Having wide hips is totally achievable!

You can widen your hips by mixing exercises, diet changes, and wardrobe tricks. Do squats, pair with protein and other dietary needs for muscle growth, and buy quality hip pads!

There’s also the option for surgery, but you don’t need to do it (unless you want to). You just need patience and the right techniques to use. You’ll get a curvier shape, and you’ll be more confident in your crossdressing, promise!

Are you excited yet? Continue reading!

Understanding the Anatomy: Why Hips Matter

Hips play a huge role in creating a woman-like figure. For MTF crossdressers, wider hips balance out the upper body. This creates that very desirable hourglass silhouette.

A wide hip shape can instantly make your figure look more traditionally feminine.

The Role of Hips in Feminine Shape

The hourglass figure is the gold standard of femininity. A small waist and wide hips give off soft, curvy vibes that many crossdressers aim for.

Wider hips create that visually appealing contrast between the waist and lower body. You’ll have a balanced overall shape and look naturally graceful!

About Hips and Proportion

Just think about it. If your hips are wider, then your waist will look slimmer in contrast, yes? That’s the “Coca-Cola Body” illusion! It’s a sleek, very attractive shape that instantly boosts your MTF crossdresser cred.

In this regard, be wary of unnatural proportions!

Wide hips are beautiful. That’s a universal fact! But don’t slide down the slippery slope of going overboard with it. I’m telling you right now not to do it!

It messes with your natural proportions. It’s a pitfall where you might end up like a Disney mom, and not in a good way!

Sure, the cartoonish look might work if you’re doing drag or cosplay. But it’s not the best choice for everyday crossdressing, is it?

Imagine this: You’re on the sidewalk where restos offer alfresco dining. Some shops have customers eating and talking. You pass by them, and suddenly, BAM! Your obnoxiously wide hips bump the tables’ edge, and the diners’ drinks spill all over. What do you do now?

You don’t want to be in this situation, do you? That’s why it’s always best to aim for subtle but realistic enhancements.

Genetic Factors

Here’s a scientific fact: Your physical self is the result of your every ancestor’s genetic contributions. Unfortunately, bone structure plays a substantial role in how wide the hips become.

Ciswomen are blessed with naturally wide hips, but MTF crossdressers aren’t so lucky.

Here’s why men naturally have narrower hips:

Pelvic Bone Structure

Assigned men at birth (AMAB) pelvises are narrower and more upright.

Hip Joint Placement

AFAB’s thigh bones (femurs) are more angled outward versus AMAB’s straighter leg alignment.

Fat Distribution

Both AMABs and AFABs have estrogen, but the latter produces more of it.

Plus, AMAB’s testosterone promotes fat storage in the abdomen. This leads to a straighter waist-to-hip ratio.

Muscle Composition

AMABs typically have more muscle mass and less fat around the hips. This contributes to a leaner, more angular, lower body shape.

While you can’t change what you’re born with, you can work with what you have!

6 Workouts to Strengthen and Shape Your Hips

All you need to have is patience and commitment to shaping your body through exercise. No need to insert padding or go under the knife!

How? It’s by doing exercises that target your glutes, thighs, and hip muscles. Consistent training means you can build volume in the right places.

No one said it would be easy to get those wide hips, but putting in the effort will definitely be worth it! Here are some of the most effective moves you can start doing today:

1. Squats

Though squats don’t directly lead to wider hips, they can surely help you get there! You don’t only get shapely hips but also nicer butt and thighs. You need those for a curvaceous body!

Regular squats are good, but goblet, sumo, or Bulgarian (dumbbell) split squats are best.

I like doing sumo squats. It’s like a variation of trad squats.

How to Do Sumo Squats

1. First, stand with your feet apart; they should be the same width as your shoulders. Your toes should be pointing in front. You can ball your hands and place them on your chest. If you’re comfortable, add weights while squatting, like a kettlebell or even a heavy water bottle.
2. Slowly inch your feet outwards so it’s wider than your hips. Be sure that you’re comfortable.
3. Next, angle your toes away from your body.
4. Adjust your hips slightly backward.
5. Bend your knees and slowly do a squat. Your spine must be neutral, eyes forward, and core engaged. How do you know if you’re engaging your core? Imagine you’re preparing to receive a punch.
6. Lower yourself until your thighs are directly in line with the ground. Go lower or not as long as your legs are still aligned.
7. Hold your squat for a few seconds. Engage your butt muscles and lift yourself until you’re back to a standing position. Use your heels for support.

2. Side Lunges

If squats work your inner thighs, side lunges are for your outer thighs, along with the side areas of your butt. Side lunges are also great if you’re not so fond of any deep hip dips.

Bonus points, as side lunges are awesome for your flexibility and balance. Do you know what this means? Walking in killer high heels will become easier!

How to Do Side Lunges

1. Stand tall; your feet must be together. Clasp your hands
2. on top of your chest or rest your palms on your hips.
3. Step to the side. Keep your leg straight. Bend the other. Don’t let your chest drop!
4. Lower yourself into a lunge. You should feel a stretch in your inner thigh and a nice burn in your outer thigh and butt.
5. Push off your bent leg and go back to your starting position.
6. Repeat on the other side. Newbies can do at least two sets of 10 repetitions for each side.

3. Donkey Kicks

Donkey kicks are great for lifting and making your butt look rounder. It’s perfect if you want a perkier, more defined butt too.

How to Do Donkey Kicks

1. Get down on all fours, hands directly under your shoulders, knees aligned with your hips. Note: Add ankle weights for more resistance and faster results.
2. Keep your knee bent (90° angle).
3. Raise one leg toward the ceiling. Squeeze your butt muscles when you hit the top. Don’t arch your back!
4. Lower your leg slowly without touching the ground. You should be able to control this movement. Then, repeat.
5. Do the same number of reps on your other leg. Aim for at least two sets of 10 repetitions for each leg. Do Donkey Kicks at least twice a week.

4. Hip Thrusts

Now this exercise is a powerhouse move for serious butt muscle growth and hip upgrade. Plus, like Donkey Kicks, you can expect a bubble butt at the end of your exercise.

How to Do Hip Thrusts

1. Sit on the floor with your upper back resting against a sturdy bench. The feet must be flat on the ground. Your call if you want to add any weight across your hips (barbell, dumbbell, or weighted plate).
2. Press with your heels and lift the hips. Your body should form a straight line from shoulders to knees. It’s like an upside-down, sideways “L.”  Tuck your chin nice and keep it tucked to keep a good form
3. Slowly lower your hips back down. Do not fully touch the ground! Do at least two sets of at least eight repeats. When you come back up, squeeze your butt muscles.

5. Russian Twists

Russian Twists are one of the hardest exercises out there. But they’re superb for strengthening the obliques and the smaller waist.

How to Do Russian Twists

1. Sit comfortably on the floor. Knees should be bent with your feet flat or slightly lifted off the ground (if you want a more challenging version). If you’re a beginner, keep your feet on the floor for stability.
2. Slightly lean back, back straight, core engaged. Be sure not to round your back. Maintain an upright posture.
3. Rotate your torso to the left, then to the right. Do at least two sets of at least eight repeats on each side. You can do the twists with or without holding a weight or medicine ball.

6. Banded Hip Abductions

BHA targets the side glutes (gluteus medius) to widen your hips and improve their stability.

How to Do BHA

1. Wiggle up a resistance band around your thighs and place it above your knees.
2. What’s great about this activity is that you choose your position. Stand, sit, or lie down.
3. Gradually move your legs outward. Do this by pushing your knees or legs apart. Then, stretch the band as much as you can.
4. Take a breather, about a second or two. Then, slowly bring your legs back together. Try to do 12 repetitions of at least two sets.

Wardrobe Hacks: Create the Illusion of Wider Hips

Exercising for wider hips can take a long time. But there’s no rule against instant results while waiting for the permanent changes! So here are some easy fashion tricks you can try.

Peplum Tops and Dresses

Peplum styles add volume around the hip area, making them popular with crossdressers as their hips instantly appear wider.

High-Waisted Pants and Skirts

High-waisted bottoms elongate your legs and make your hips look fuller. Pair them with cinched waistlines and you get extra definition.

Shapewear and Hip Pads

Shapewear, like padded undies and silicone hip, is nothing short of miraculous if you’re yearning for swift, risk-free, wider hip results.

To avoid feeling stuffed caused by lumpy, bulky texture, pick manufacturers that offer premium materials, like those from Roanyer.

Diet and Nutrition for Wider Hips

Oh, if only exercise alone is enough, right? But sadly, it isn’t. Your body needs the right nutrition to grow and build muscle!

You already went all in when you chose to exercise; what’s sacrificing a few chows?

Protein Intake

Muscle growth calls for protein. Best protein sources include lean meats (like veal and beef). Fish meat is good too, along with eggs and tofu.

Healthy Fats

Good fats help maintain a healthy weight and give you that ample appearance. Replace your cooking oil with healthy olive oil and add some nuts and avocados in your pantry.

Caloric Surplus

Eating slightly more calories than you burn helps build hip muscles. Notice I said “slightly,” so eat in a controlled manner without excessive fat gain!

Surgery: A More Permanent Option

Does the sound of “side lunges” or “squats” already make you want to give up? Don’t! There’s always another option: Surgery.

It isn’t cheap or risk-free, but you’ll get a permanent solution with half the effort!

Hip Implants

I can describe hip implants as permanent hip padding inserts. No need for special glues or tight undies to keep the inserts in place, so they don’t move around.

Liposuction with Fat Transfer

This operation moves fat from other areas of your body to your hips, advertising a more natural post-surgery effects!

Conclusion

Crossdressers live at a time when wider hips are easily achievable. Choose between doing workouts, learning some fashion tricks, or controlling your diet. Or why not do all?

Whatever you end up doing, keep in mind that confidence is still the sexiest thing you can share with the world!