Actress Parminder Nagra's Fat-Burning Pilates Workout

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Going Up Side

Stand with the legs parallel, hips-width apart.

If you have a bad lower back or knees, limit the range of motion.

see to it the knees are over the toes.

For added calorie-burning, you’ve got the option to hold onto two-pound weights.

Return back to the squat and repeat for four sets of ten.

Sit on the edge of a sturdy chair.

check that you are pulling your navel to your spine and your shoulders are relaxed and pulling down.

Swivel your hips to the right and bring the outside edges of your feet onto the chair.

The right foot will be in front of the left, but the thighs remain parallel.

Lower onto your right elbow, forearm facing in the direction of your toes.

Bring your left hand lightly to the back of your head, elbow pointing straight up (top).

Lower (bottom) and lift the chest towards the floor without arching the back.

The elbow moves as a result, it doesn’t lead the movement.

ensure the inner thighs are squeezing, as well as the buttocks for maximum support to the lower back.

Repeat for four sets of ten.Leg Lifts

Stand with your legs together and your arms behind your head.

Alternate legs and repeat for two minutes.