A:  Most of the exercises that you describe here are for the lower part of your bottom. If you want to shape your bottom, start from the top of it. That is the part of your bottom that you can feel at the top of your bottom when you squeeze it (usually one of the most neglected muscles in the body).

You should stand facing the wall, squeeze your bottom, shift your weight to one leg and lift the other leg behind you. while lifting your leg behind you, you should resist the movement by squeezing your bottom tighter as you press. If I have not been clear here, I can probably walk you through the exercises over the phone.

Calanetics has some great exercises to target this area. If you can't find the Calanetics book or tape, let me know and I can probably help you find the information. Let me know how things work out. Good Luck!

Trainernyc