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A Cheery (But Totally Tough) Workout

 

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You don’t have to shake pom-poms to take a cue from the spirit squad.
 
We chatted up author and former pro cheerleader Lindsay Brin about the best moves for toning up all over. Perform each move for a minute and do the whole circuit twice.

PLIÉ to PASSÉ
Start standing with heels together, toes turned out. Tuck your butt under, and keep your abs tight with your shoulders relaxed. Bend your knees and immediately straighten your right leg. Bend your left leg and place your left foot near your right knee. Perform 1 minute on each side.

TRICEP DIP

Sit on the floor. Place palms directly under your shoulders with feet on the floor. Raise your butt off the ground (you’ll be in a table-like position). Bend your elbows to lower down until your butt almost touches the ground. Straighten back up to start.

FOOTBALL PUSH-UP 
Use chalk or a piece of string to make a line 5 feet long on the ground. Start in a push-up position, with your nose, waist and feet over the line and your hands wider than your shoulders. Bend elbows and lower to the ground. Push yourself up. Walk hands to one side of the line. Repeat push-up, then walk hands to starting position. Alternate sides.

KNEE BRIDGE
Start on your back with your knees bent and heels close to your butt. Keep knees hip-width apart and arms by your side, with hands on the floor. Squeeze your knees together and lift your butt off the mat. Slowly return back to start. Lower knees to the sides, keeping the edges of your feet on the ground. Slowly return to start and repeat from the beginning.

HURDLERS 
Start in a push-up position. Bend one knee up to your stomach. Clench your abs and keep the rest of your body tight. Slowly return your foot back to start. Switch.

TACKLE
Start in a push-up position. Quickly bring both knees into your chest. Jump back out to your starting position. Do as many as you can, as fast as you can, keeping your heart rate up.

By: Katie Abbondanza

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i do alot of running and im active but i feel like i have big legs and hips. whenever i go shopping i cant find any clothes that look good on me so i start feeling depressed. i always wear a hoodie cuz it kinda looks ok on me but its always hot(its alomost summer) how can i loose wieght or get comfortable wit myself?




Hey girl! As long as you're running and staying active, I honestly would not worry too much! I'm sure you look great! But here are some healthy ways to lose a few pounds: Eat plenty of your fruits and veggies. Maintain a steady intake of protein (chicken or fish). Eat breakfast every morning and drink lots of water. You can do these things to get in better shape, but just don't overdo it. Hope that helps!  
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by sportygirl#2 on 4/17/2010 2:31:54 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD OK so i am in really good shape--i can run lots of miles before getting tired and i have super strong and muscular arms and legs. the only thing is...on my stomach, a have some fat that shouldn't be there and i want to get rid of it. any advice? thanks in advance!!! Smile

 

Hey girly! Check out these tips. Hope they help Smile

http://www.girlslife.com/post/2009/04/16/Toned-Tummy.aspx

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Becca G.

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by sweetchic1116 on 4/17/2010 12:25:48 AM

 
 

mod I'm 12 yrs old and have a BF. Am I 2 young? If i am, i don't wanna dump him bcuz he's rlly sweet...

 

Hey girly, you are pretty young, however if you like him, then you don't have to break up with him, just make sure to take things slow, and work on being friends with him and having fun Smile
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by DeAndafan11 on 4/17/2010 12:21:56 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD ok so i have this 1 bffs (well call jojo) and i used to be dating this one boy and i broke up with him and BEFORE i broke up with him my bff jojo said she likes this boy carter who we all kinda hang out with and his friend bailey and now that i am not dating i kinda like cater 2 and i dont wanna be mean to jojo but hes cute and nice! help!

 

Hey girly, you should definately talk to your BFF about this. Friends are always more important. Guys will come and go very fast, but your friends will stick by you through thick and thin.
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Becca G.

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by swimmersweetie99 on 4/17/2010 12:01:12 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD I'm in 7th grade and I like a gorgeous 8th grader, only prob is almost all the girls like him. I caught him lookin at me at the bowling alley the other day. Does that mean he likes me? How can I find out if he likes me w/ out actually asking him? Btw very important information he is popular and I'm kinda not, plus he is kind of a flirt, but so am I! HELP

 

Hey chica, guys are hard to read, and it sounds like you might need to get to know him a bit more to tell if he likes you. Try striking up a convo with him. Ask him a question, or comment on something that you know he likes (like a sports team). The more you interact with him, the easier it'll be to tell if he digs you. And flirt away! Smile
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