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Thank you for your advice. I just asked about cardio, not diet, or strength training, because those things are already taken care of. What kind of cardio will not bulk up my lower body, but will still help overall to reduce fat? My possibilities are plyometrics, running, walking, skipping rope, or biking.
Well i was mostly responding to Edge's needs, but same goes for anyone. The things you listed are pretty much it. Not much you can do with your legs besides move them . Just avoid the exercises that pump your legs up a lot (such as stair climbing). What we're talking about are exercises that utilize slow twitch muscle fibers, the type of muscle that utilizes oxygen and fat for energy and can continue contracting for very long periods. Everyone is different, but you really shouldn't have to worry about bulking up if you just cut calories and do your cardio as usual. Like i said, you wont gain much mass at all when you're on a deficit, but the inclusion of your strength training will aid in overall fat burning and toning your legs.
IOW, just focus on losing the fat, and the rest will fall into place.