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| WORKOUT ROUTINE |
| Just the thought of putting in those long hours on the treadmill every night for six months is enough to make your thighs ache. Luck- ily, we have a few subtle tricks up our sleeves which should help tone those muscles in time for any big day which doesn’t involve the dreaded gym! Get Your Own Fitness Instructor |
Active for the Nintendo Wii, will organise a strict exercise regime for you and keep tabs on your progress and allowing you to partake in a challenging but varied exercise programme. And all in the comfort of your own living room! Share the Weight |
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Laugh Yes, really. Laughing has been scientifically proven to be good for your mind and body. It boosts your immune system, lowers blood pressure and even increases muscle flexion, and researchers have found that laughing can burn up to 2.31 calories per minute. So, whenever your tough exer- cise regime is getting you down, stick a couple of your favourite comedies into the DVD player to cheer yourself up and burn those calories from the comfort of your own sofa. |
| Workout at work You don’t have to visit the gym in order to get your exercise fix. In fact, you don’t even have to leave your chair at work! There are numerous exercises that you can be doing while sat at your desk, which help tone your legs, arms and buttocks. One key exercise that should keep those strange looks from your co-workers to a minimum is to tighten and squeeze your buttocks in and hold for ten seconds, then release. |
Remember the big day If you find yourself slowing down and neglecting an exercise or two during your various workouts, take a moment to remind yourself what it is that you’re getting in shape for. Put together a timetable with goals. Once you reach your specified goals along the way, reward yourself with various treats, like a new pair of exercise trainers or a new work-out kit. Then, just keep reminding yourself of how fabulous you will look. That should be all the motivation you need! |
Make small changes You don’t have to drastically change your lifestyle in order to lose weight and tone up. Look at your daily routines and take a look at your diet and identify those mo- ments of inactivity. Instead of that mid-morning coffee and biscuit, take a walk to the cafeteria and buy an apple. Making adjustments to your journey, like exiting the bus one stop before your regular drop-off point and walking the rest of the way home, could make a huge difference to your daily routine. |