Need to squeeze into a sexy LBD? Get toned arms, tight abs and a sculpted lower body - fast!
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Strong core muscles can improve your posture, helping you carry yourself more confidently, says Peterson. Get in push-up position, resting on your hands or forearms and balancing on your toes. Tighten your abs and hold for 15 to 60 seconds, depending on your ability. Repeat two to four times.
LEGWORK
Target your calves, thighs and quads with walking lunges, says Cohen. Step forward with your left leg, bending both knees at a 90-degree angle and making sure that your left knee stays above your left ankle. Pause, then bring your right foot forward to return to the starting position. Take the next step with your right leg. Do two sets of 15 lunges, alternating legs while ensuring your knee doesn't go past your toes.
SHORT CIRCUIT
Get your heart rate pumping by doing your strength-training moves in a circuit, says Peterson. Complete one set of each exercise before moving on to the next and repeat. For extra fat-burning potential, add 30 minutes of cardio three times a week.
FARE GAME
“Dieting has a way of making us feel that if we fail to be perfect, we should just binge,” says Julie Daniluk, a nutritionist in Toronto. Prevent cravings by avoiding high-glycemic-index carbs, such as cereal and toast, and choosing lighter breakfast fare, such as fruit salad, muesli and yogourt. Daniluk also says that treats can be part of your diet - even if you're trying to shed pounds. “When you want dessert, eat it with something high in fibre - like an apple - which will make you feel satisfied and reduce hunger. The result? Reduced food intake that will translate into a smaller waistline.”
Image courtesy of Marcio Madeira from the Lanvin collection
