How to Lose Weight and Get Fit as a Teenager

Technology can boost your fitness in a number of ways. With online groups and apps to help you, you can be on your journey to a better overall wellbeing in a matter of mouse clicks. However, for 12-year experienced Certified Personal Trainer Yarixa Ferrao, NASM, CPR/AED, technology is actually hampering teenage wellness. She notes, ‘With all this technology, kids and teens are losing connection with their bodies and have become more sedentary because of it. And when they start seeing themselves gain weight they may attempt joining the gym or just continue to gain it because they have no idea what to do. Plus, in the gym, unless they have a personal trainer there’s no one there to instruct them and they end up doing what their friends do. In the end, they spend hours on the treadmill, which will amount to not a whole lot of progress.’

 

Therefore, Ferrao has created a workout routine especially for teenagers. Ferrao explains, ‘I know the importance of building a solid body foundation, especially as a developing teen. This is also a time to build self confidence, be mentally focused, reduce stress (teenage years can be stressful with all the expectations from parents and teachers while finding your own voice) and enjoy these years to the fullest, instead of worrying about appearance and lacking self esteem. I worked with three teens for a show on MTV called I Used to Be Fat in which the kids were desperate to lose weight, feel great, and lead a happier life. The result: They lost a lot of weight, got stronger, and gained self confidence! They also were able to experience a completely different life and a different perspective, from very down and negative, to up, open, and positive.’

 

Ferrao recommends focusing on the core, combining bodyweight movements (styles such as yoga, functional training, Pilates, animalistic movements, Karate), and locomotion (or running, hiking, biking, sprinting and walking). She provides the following workout routine (once you’ve got the OK from your doctor and have done five to 10 minutes warming up, of course):

 

1. Cardio: Ferrao instructs, ‘Instead of just doing hours on end on the treadmill, do short burst of sprints (run as fast as you can). Warm-up first for five minutes or until you feel the body get a bit sweaty. Then increase the speed to go as fast as you are able to for 20 seconds. Take a 20 second break and then repeat your 20 second sprint. Do this for six minutes and up to 12 minutes, allowing your rest periods to be longer if you need extra time to be able to perform the full 20 second sprint. Preferably do it outside. The treadmill is the next best choice.

 

2. Work on that core: ‘To increase your metabolism, gain muscular endurance and a stronger core, don’t just go out and run miles and miles and then do a ton of crunches,’ Ferrao urges. ‘This won’t help much unless cross country is your sport.’ Instead, once you finish your warm-up and sprinting, do the following routine:

 

• 12-15 squats with a pair of dumbbells or just body weight if you are a beginner.


• 15 push-ups or modified push-ups.


• 20 reverse lunges, 10 with the right leg and 10 with the left one.


• Plank – hold for 30 seconds.


• 12-15 jumping pull-ups.


• 12-15 squat to presses using dumbbells about six to eight pounds for girls and 12 to 15 pounds for boys.


• Side plank – hold 30 seconds.


• Five burpees.

 

Repeat for  3 or 4 rounds! Take 1.5 minute-rest between each set. Pause at any point if you feel dizzy or faint.

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Slow and Steady Wins the Race: How to Start Exercising

How much do you need to do to see any benefits from exercise? Do you have to do a 5K run or spend a few hours at the gym before your wellbeing improves? Not at all. Every little bit of movement you perform helps, and it all adds up. Research shows that even broken up exercise routines work to reduce your wellness concerns. Setting a goal of 10 minutes of activity a day is a modest one, but let’s break it down even more. To start off with, why not spread that 10 minutes of activity into three or four sessions throughout the day. Soon, you’ll be ready to do that one chunk of 10, and even surpass that into the 11th minute, the 12th minute and more.

 

It’s very important to start slowly, especially if you haven’t moved in a while. It’s also a good idea to consult your GP, and ask him or her which exercises could be helpful for you. This is particularly important if you suffer from chronic pain or disability. Starting slow or tailoring your routine for your needs doesn’t mean you’re compromising your fitness; it just means you’re utilising the best workout for YOU. For some people, just getting up and moving around is a workout, while for others more vigorous training is needed. When looking for a workout routine, you need to find something you enjoy that addresses your personal fitness level. Don’t just stay there, though; try different activities to keep from getting bored, and keep pushing yourself to that next level. With that in mind, let’s look at some key points to consider when starting a new workout routine.

 

1. Set modest goals: You’re enthusiastic about your fitness, and that’s great, but if you set the bar too high then you’re going to burn yourself out before you even get started. If you’ve barely moved in the past year, walking for an hour every day is not going to be practical. At best, it will turn you off your fitness plan; at worst, you might do yourself a serious injury. It’s better to start off with a 10 minute walk for a week, and then move up in five-minute increments depending on how your fitness level progresses. Make your goals as easy to reach as possible, so you can build on that success and attain an even more challenging goal.

 

2. Tune in: Music can be extremely motivating, especially if you don’t listen to it all the time. Why not ban yourself from listening to your favourite tunes unless you’re working out. That way, you give yourself a little reward for exercising that will encourage you to keep going, if only to hear the next song.

 

3. Get social: Sometimes, the people you meet at the gym make it well worth the trip. If you’re a sociable person, a gym might be a great place to make friends by taking a class or showing up at the same time each day. That said, the gym can be an intimidating place, particularly if you’re just starting out, but this doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the social side of fitness. If you prefer to exercise alone, ask one of your friends to be your accountability buddy. Ring each other once or twice a week to brag about your exercise or good choices. It keeps you motivated to make more good choices.

 

4. Dress for the occasion: Wearing proper workout clothing is another great way to get motivated. There’s something to be said for having clothes specifically designed for this one purpose. If you’re wearing clothes you’d wear lounging around, it puts you into that lounging around mindset. However, workout clothes – as well as being tailored to your body’s exercise needs – get your brain thinking that it’s time to go.

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How to Give Classic Dumbbell Moves a Kettlebell Makeover

Kettlebells look strange when you don’t know what they’re for, although if nothing else they would make for a pretty good doorstop. However, these strange-shaped weights can work wonders for your fitness and overall wellbeing, and there’s evidence to prove it. According to research, people who did 20-minute kettlebell workouts torched almost 300 calories. Lifting kettlebells is also beneficial for your muscle wellness, helping you to increase that energy expenditure by up to 50%! Kettlebells can also make traditional dumbbell moves more challenging. Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist Jen Ator, author of Shape-Up Shortcuts, explains, ‘Their weight isn’t evenly distributed, so your stabiliser muscles have to work harder.’  So let’s check out a few moves that can benefit from the use of a kettlebell.

 

1. Around-the-Body Pass: Ator instructs, ‘Hold the kettlebell with both hands in front of your torso and stand with your feet hip-width apart. Release the kettlebell into your right hand and move both arms behind your back. Grab the bell with your left hand and bring it back to the front (completing a full circle around your body). That’s one rep. Do 10, then switch directions and repeat without stopping to rest.’ Throughout this entire move, make sure you avoid moving your hips and remember to keep your core engaged.

 

2. Bent Row: ‘Take the kettlebell in your right hand, squat slightly, and bend forward from the hips until your torso is almost parallel with the floor,’ says Ator. ‘Let the kettlebell hang at arm’s length . Keep your torso still as you pull the kettlebell to the side of your chest, elbow close to your side . Lower back to start. That’s one rep. Do 10 to 12, then repeat on the other side.’

 

3. Dead Lift: You should do 10 to 12 reps of the dead lift to feel the benefits. Ator details, ‘Stand with your feet hip-width apart, the kettlebell on the floor between your feet. Squat down and grab the handle with both hands, keeping your back flat . Brace your abs, squeeze your glutes, and slowly push down into your heels as you stand up, keeping your arms extended.’

 

4. Figure of Eight: When doing this movement, you should be fluid but also slow and controlled. ‘Stand with your feet wider than hip-width apart, knees bent into a quarter-squat position, back straight, and chest up,’ Ator outlines. ‘Hold the kettlebell behind your left leg with one arm on each side of your leg . Grab the bell with your left hand and swing it in front of your left leg, between your legs, and behind your right leg . Grab it with your right hand and swing it in front of your right leg, between your legs, then behind your left leg. That’s one rep. Continue for 10 reps.’

 

5. Half Get-Up: You should aim to do five reps of this move on one side, and then another five on the other. Ator notes, ‘Lie faceup on the floor, legs straight, holding the kettlebell in your right hand straight above your shoulder . Bend your left knee, place your foot on the floor, and prop yourself up on your left arm. Keep the weight directly in line with your shoulder and sit up until your back is straight . Reverse the movement to return to start. That’s one rep.’

 

6. Swing: This one needs more reps than all the others – 15 at a minimum but you should build up to doing 20. Ator instructs, ‘Grab a kettlebell with both hands and stand with your feet wider than hip-width apart. Squat down until your thighs are nearly parallel to the floor. Immediately stand and swing the kettlebell up to shoulder height . As the kettlebell begins to arc back down, bend your knees and squat, swinging the kettlebell between your legs . That’s one rep.’ You can do this move without using a weight if you suffer from back problems.

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Get Ahead of Your Resolutions with Our Winter Workout

Losing weight and getting your wellbeing in shape is one of the major New Year’s resolutions people make every year, but why wait until January to get started? After all, are you going to head out to the gym on January 1^st with a splitting hangover? Of course not! It’s far better to get a head start on your wellness goals and, thanks to fitness trainer and qualified exercise scientist Damien Kelly, we’ve got an amazing winter workout that will work your core, legs and butt so you’re looking fit and fabulous when the clock strikes 12. Now all you have to worry about is who you’re going to kiss at midnight!

 

1. Tummy: According to Kelly, the reverse crunch ‘is the best equipment-free abs exercise since the sit-up. Get the technique right and your abs will be lifting and controlling your whole lower body.’ He recommends that you do three sets of as many reps as you can, but how do you do it? Kelly instructs, ‘Lie on your back with your thighs vertical but knees slightly bent. Place your palms on the floor beside you. Squeezing through your abs, raise your tailbone off the ground and move your feet up. Be careful not to use momentum. Lightly touch your butt to the ground with control and repeat.’

 

As well as the reverse crunch, Swiss ball crossovers provide a three-pronged attack to your troubling tummy area. Kelly explains, ‘You’re sitting up so it targets your six-pack, you’re twisting so it’s targeting your obliques and you’re stabilising while on the ball so your core is working.’ Again, you should do three sets of as many reps as you can on each side. Kelly advises, ‘Position yourself so your lower back is on a Swiss ball and your feet are shoulder-width apart. Curl up, taking your right elbow towards your left knee. You will be twisting and crunching at the same time. Stop just short of upright and slowly lower until your mid-back lightly touches the ball. Do a set on this side and then repeat on the other side.’

 

2. Legs: With a good technique and pace, doing enough step-ups will give you the ultimate quadriceps burn. ‘Place your right foot on a knee-high bench or chair,’ says Kelly. ‘Push down through your right heel and stand up on the bench. Without stopping, move the left thigh forward until that knee is hip height and at a right angle (in a running style). Balance for a moment, then slowly lower your left foot to the ground, touching lightly with your toes, then push up for your next rep. Focus on maintaining your posture throughout. Keep your gaze fixed on the horizon in front of you and keep your right foot planted the whole time. Do all the reps on one leg, then switch sides.’ Do three sets of as many reps as you can.

 

3. Butt: Decline lunges don’t only work your bum, they get a great burn in your legs too. To go about decline lunges which, again, you should do for three sets of as many reps possible, Kelly details, ‘With a bench about a metre behind you, stand on your right leg and reach back with your left leg. Place the toes of your left foot on the bench and position your foot so it’s vertical. Jump your right foot forward a bit if you feel cramped. Bend your front knee and lower your back knee directly down towards the ground. Aim to get your front thigh horizontal. Don’t let your front knee pass in front of your toe. Do all reps on one leg, then switch.’

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How to Tone Up and Trim Down for the Holiday Season

With Christmas coming up, you might as well say goodbye to your weight loss plan. However, a twofer tone-up routine that intersperses high-octane cardio bursts with muscle-burning strength moves can give you the edge you need to outlast the temptations of the holiday season. Thanks to Bombshell Bootcamp co-creator Cari Shoemate, a Houston-based trainer who’s whipped hundreds of women into shape with her calorie-scorching circuit workouts, you can sculpt the areas that need the most attention, ready for the season’s festivities.

 

Shoemate’s workout contains butt-boosting exercises, as well as core-strengtheners that focus on working your deep abdominals, obliques, and six-pack muscles, so you can relax when the turkey hits the table. Shoemate even shows you how adjusting a few areas you’ve never even thought of can help you to look slimmer all over. She explains, ‘Sculpted shoulders balance out your lower body, creating an illusion of a slimmer waist and hips.’ To do her trim-and-tone circuit, which includes cardio bursts and strength moves, all you need is a set of three- to five-pound dumbbells and time on three non-consecutive days a week. Add in your favourite form of cardio for 30 minutes twice a week – with bonus points if you make one of these sweat sessions a booty-shaping hill workout – and you’ll be able to say Bah humbug to holiday weight gain.

 

1. Plank Macarena: This move targets your shoulders and abs. Start in a full plank position with your arms straight and your wrists on the floor under your shoulders. Lift your left hand and tap your right shoulder, returning the left hand to floor and repeating with your right hand. After this, tap each hand to the opposite hip. Then, bend your and lower into a forearm plank, and repeat same sequence of shoulder taps and hip taps. Straighten your arms and repeat from the start, continuing for one minute.

 

2. Single-Leg Squat Kick: If you want to get your bum and outer thighs in shape, this is the exercise for you. Hold a dumbbell horizontally with both of your hands at chest height. Your feet should be slightly wider than hip-width apart, parallel, with your left foot on top of a bench or step and your right foot on floor. Keeping the weight in front of your chest, lower into a squat and hold for two to three seconds. Then, lift your right leg about 45 degrees from floor, keeping your weight centred over your left leg. Squat a little deeper by lowering your right foot back to the floor. Repeat for 12 to 15 reps; switch sides and repeat.

 

3. Running V-Sit: Do this move to target your arms, abs and hips. Start by sitting on the floor with your knees bent and your arms at your sides. Leaning back slightly and engaging your abs, slowly lift your feet and extend your legs to form a V. Reach your arms towards your feet, hold your calves for a moment to get your balance, then release. Keeping your legs extended and about 45 degrees from floor, bend your elbows 90 degrees and move your arms back and forth (as if running). Continue for one minute.

 

4. Scissors Lunge: This move covers the most body parts in total; targeting your shoulders, triceps, butt, quads, and calves. Standing feet hip-width apart and arms at your sides with a dumbbell in each hand, lunge back with your right foot, bending both knees 90 degrees. At the same time, lift your left arm forward to shoulder height and your right arm behind you you’re your thumbs facing the sky. Then, stand up and lower your arms back to your sides without swinging them. Repeat with opposite legs and arms and do 10 to 12 reps on each leg.

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Slim Down, Tone Up and Improve Your Balance with TRX

If you’ve ever heard your trainer talking about TRX and wondered what it meant, you’re in the right place! TRX stands for Total Body Resistance Exercise (why it’s not TBRE I don’t know – probably because TRX sounds cooler). Still, confusing acronyms aside, there’s a reason why your every fitness enthusiast swears by it; it’s dynamite for your wellness. Yes, the suspension training fitness craze is now in full swing, offering you hundreds of exercise options, and the freedom of portable gear – meaning that you can do it anywhere. The question remains, however, how exactly do you put your TRX to use in a way that actually enhances your wellbeing?

 

Luckily, we’ve got some amazing exercises for you to do using your TRX that will work your upper and lower body from multiple angles, target every muscle and replicate how you move in real life. Combined, these effects will help you to perform better and be less prone to injury, as well as helping you to become slimmer and stronger all over. Plus, the TRX helps you to improve your balance, work your core and even give your smaller stabilising muscles a good going over – is it any wonder why everyone’s obsessed? Try doing the following workout three times a week. If you’re a beginner to the TRX, you should move at a slow, controlled pace, doing two sets of each move for 30 seconds in order. However, if you’re familiar with the device you’ve got no excuses; perform three sets.

 

1. The TRX Push-Up: With your feet shoulder-width apart, stand facing away from the TRX, holding the handles at chest height in front of you – your arms should be extended and your palms facing the floor. With your body aligned from your head to your heels, shift your weight to the balls of your feet and bend your elbows. After this, push up to return to starting position.

 

2. The TRX High Curl: Again, stand facing away from the TRX, but this time with your feet hip-width apart. Leaning forward, grasp the handles in front of your face with your elbows bent at a 90-degree angle and your palms facing away from you. Extend your arms, and then you’re your elbows to return to starting position.

 

3. The TRX Lunge: With your left foot on both foot cradles (legs extended) and hands on your hips, you should be stood facing away from the TRX. Bend your knees until your right thigh is parallel to the floor, rise up to the starting position and switch legs to complete the set.

 

4. The TRX Knee Drive: Facing the TRX, hold the handles high in front of you with your palms facing each other. Bending your left knee 90 degrees, shift your weight to the right leg, and then bend your right knee. As you lift left knee to hip height in front of you and bend your elbows, rise up onto ball of your right foot, pulling the handles towards your chest. Return to the starting position and switch sides to complete the set.

 

5. The TRX Hamstring Pull-In: For this one, you need to lie face up with your heels in the TRX’s foot cradles, your legs extended and your arms straight out to sides – palms down –  in a “T.” Lift your hips to align your body from shoulders to heels, then bend your knees while pulling the handles toward you. Extend your legs to return to the starting position.

 

6. The TRX Inverted Row: Lying face up under the TRX with your knees bent and your feet on the floor, hold the handles over your chest and extend your arms with your palms facing each other. Bend your elbows and pull your torso up until your body is aligned from shoulders to knees. Extend your arms to return to the starting position.

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Which Cardio Fitness Class Should You Try Next?

A fitness class is great for adding some much-needed variety to your workout routine and these days there’s no shortage of classes to try. While the offerings may somewhat depend on your local gym, most fitness facilities will cater to universal wellbeing by offering what is, essentially, the same kind of classes as everyone else. This is especially the case with fitness class-trends, such as Zumba, as well as your classics like spinning and Pilates. Let’s take a look at some of the cardiovascular classes on offer that can help you to keep your wellness on track:

 

1. Zumba: There’s no denying the power of Zumba, at least in terms of popularity. Zumba is currently one of the hottest and most popular group fitness classes out there, combining fun Latin music and dance-inspired movements to bring you cardiovascular activity that you can enjoy. In fact, this class feels more like a dance party – albeit a high energy one – than it does a hardcore workout. Still, if you’re just starting out, don’t let the high energy demands of Zumba put you off. Zumba is appropriate for any fitness level, whether you’re a seasoned fitness enthusiast or you’ve never set foot in a gym. Anyone can obtain a challenging workout from the class and, because it’s so popular, I almost guarantee you’ll find Zumba classes are available at your local gym. If not, check out Zumba’s official website to find a class near you.

 

2. Kick Boxing: Not for the light-hearted, Kick Boxing is a great option for people looking for something high impact. As you might expect, a good portion of each class is spent focusing on various punches and also different kinds of kicks – which is great self-defence training as well as a way to get your cardio needs fulfilled. Not only this, but Kick Boxing is also good for toning your muscles, providing arm-sculpting techniques through the punches you do throughout the class, and leg-and-bum definition from all that kicking.

 

3. Boot Camp: This is really an aptly-named class – Boot Camp classes are an intense session of Boot Camp-style activity. Again, if you’re easily put off by high-intensity workouts or you’re brand new to the concept of fitness routine, Boot Camp classes may not be the ones for you. However, if you’re up for the challenge, Boot Camp can target every muscle in your body thanks to an intense set of drills, such as sprints, push ups, jumping jacks and squats. Even the sections in which you’re toning your body will elevate your heart rate, meaning you’re getting top-notch cardio, G.I. Jane-style. Basically, Boot Camp is an interval class in which you switch from toning exercises to cardio drills in order to enable the maximum level of calorie burning possible. Adding this class to your workout routine once or twice a week can help you kick your workout up to a higher level.

 

4. Spinning: This class is great if you’re looking to build your endurance. Spinning is a group fitness class where you spend the entire length of the class on a specially designed stationary bike, varying your speed and resistance as and when the spinning instructor cues you to. This class can seem a bit intimidating, but don’t let that put you off what can be a great cardio workout. The bike might take a bit of getting used to if you’re new to spinning, but the great thing about this class is that – more than any other group fitness activity – the intensity of spinning is really up to you. You manually change the settings on your bike, so you can make it as difficult or easy as you’d like.

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Post Workout Routine:Must-Knows for Recovering after Exercise

An important aspect of getting the most out of your workout routine is taking the necessary post-workout steps for recovery. Otherwise, not only will your workout fail to have the maximum positive impact on your body, but you could end up with some serious injuries. Here are five must-follow tips for allowing your body to adequately recover after any workout.

 

Stretch

Many people operate under the misconception that it is only necessary to stretch before a workout. However, stretching after exercising can be just as vital in keeping muscles from stiffening and becoming sore. A few minutes of stretching can go a long way.

 

Re-Hydrate

When you exercise, your body loses a great amount of its hydration through sweat. For this reason, it is important to re-hydrate yourself following any workout. Drinking water is the best way to do this, though sports drinks are always an option as well. Just be sure to stay away from dehydrating beverages such as alcohol, soda, and coffee.

 

Rest

After an intense workout and stretching, your body and muscles need some time to recover. If you have performed a muscle workout such as weight lifting, be sure that you give those muscles at least 24 hours to rebuild. Otherwise, you will defeat the purpose of lifting in the first place and cause unnecessary pain.

 

Get Plenty of Protein

Protein is important in rebuilding muscle after a tough workout. Furthermore, it also provides the body with needed energy. Make sure that you are getting enough protein and other nutrients in your body by drinking a protein shake, eating a protein-packed energy bar, or preparing yourself a dinner that is high in lean protein after a workout. To find out more about protein and other types of shakes that can help you get more out of your workout, visit http://www.idealshape.com/meal-replacement-shakes/.

 

Get Plenty of Sleep

While it is true that people are busier than ever these days, it is still important that you get enough sleep. Otherwise, a lack of sleep combined with the stresses of exercising can wreak serious havoc on your body. It is recommended that most people get at least eight hours of sleep per night, so do your best to make this happen, especially on days when you work out.

 

As you can see, there are many steps you should follow after a workout to ensure the best results. Keep these tips in mind to get the most out of your workout and to keep yourself healthy.

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5 Best Tips to Have a Proper Toning Workout for Women

Some parts of the body are difficult to tone, but if you know the proper workout for such a body part, you can see significant results. The truth is that you don’t need to spend many hours in doing these toning workouts. In as little as ten minutes, you can finish this task and enjoy a healthy and fit body.

 

Here are the 5 best tips to have a proper toning workout:

 

1.    Do warm ups before starting out on any toning workout. You can march in one place for half a minute and spend the other half light jogging. This warm up exercise can prepare you for the workout by rushing blood to the muscles.

 

2.    Determine the body area that you want to target. Oftentimes, the trouble zones for women include the following – unwanted bulges at the waistband, and the armpits. Some have troubles with big thighs and other ‘spillover’ spots. You have to aim at these trouble spots and do toning workouts three times a week.

 

3.    Be sure to include cardio workouts in your overall toning regimen. This is a great way to get rid of excess fats. The toning workout should be performed at least 3 times a week, but be sure to do cardio around 5 times a week.

 

4.    Depending on the workout routine that you pick, you will usually need things like dumbbells, mat, and resistance bands. These exercise accessories are necessary to achieve your fitness goals.

 

5.    Have the right attitude. Even if you are able to find the most effective and detailed workout guide, it won’t work unless you are determined, patient, and hard working. It will take time before you see results, so having the right attitude can keep you motivated until you’ve achieved a sexy and great looking body.

 

All you have to do is follow these tips, along with the best workout routines for women. After a couple of weeks, you will begin to see results. You can wear form-fitting clothes without worrying about bulges. You can look and feel confident once more! Whether you are skinny, or you are the large-body type kind of women, you can have deadly curves that will be the envy of others.

 

There many toning workouts in the market. Some exercises are aimed at the belly area, the back, thighs and legs, and upper body. As stated earlier, you must identify the trouble spots and it will serve as the basis when picking the toning exercises.

 

A good example is the pulse row. You can do this exercise for about ten reps for the right and left arm. There is also an exercise called ‘read the paper’. The name was derived from the movement that is similar to reading a newspaper. You can do this for 12 -15 repetitions.

 

Every women dreams of having a toned body in little as two weeks through various toning workouts, and such exercises can give you tighter calves, arms, lower abs, and thighs. If you are currently overweight, you need to shed off those extra pounds before you can begin with the toning workout plan.

 

Why don’t you try squat with shoulder press? You will need a dumbbell, and this targets the arms, thighs, and butt. You can also do other exercises like side plank, standing lift, inchworm, crossover lunge, biceps curl, and kickback. These workouts area aimed at different areas like oblique, triceps and biceps, butt, back, and abs.

 

A great advantage is that many toning exercise videos can be found online. If you have no idea on how to perform the workouts, all you have to do is surf the web and start watching.

 

Author Bio:

Kasey Pecha is a health and fitness enthusiast as well as an author for AllWorkoutRoutines.com. His research and writing focus mainly on full body workout routine and fat burning workouts.

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