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Summer is all about showing skin but are you ready to flaunt your figure in a strapless dress?
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If the answer isn’t quite yes, you’re in luck!
“A little definition goes a long way in looking great and getting compliments,” he says.
“It’s a win-win!”
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“Spot reduction doesn’t work,” he says.
“Think of an ice cube.
If placed in the sun, it melts all over, not just in one area.”
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“Do these exercises back-to-back,” says Til.
The more muscles you recruit, the more calories you burn and the more time you save!"
Take a breath in.
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When you’re fully extended like Superman, take a quick breath in.
Bring your arms back and reverse the motion exhaling again as you retract the shoulder blades.
Also, imagine your forearms are sliding forward and back on a track to keep them in alignment.
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Lay down on your back with your arms crossed over your chest, palms facing down.
Squeeze the glutes and thighs.
Hold the contraction for 3 to 5 seconds and release.
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Repeat 10 to 15 times.
Unweighted Goblet SquatStand with your feet hips-width apart, feet parallel or turned out no more than 45 degrees.
Hold your arms straight out in front of you, palms facing down (top).
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Squeeze your armpits, drive the elbows down and keep your chest slightly forward.
Imagine pulling your tailbone into the ground almost in a straight line.
Maintain the tension in your upper body and do not lean forward.
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As you lower your body (middle), pry your knees slightly apart (bottom).
You will find a narrow stance actually allows you to go deeper into the squat.
Repeat 10 to 15 times.
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