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4 moves for way flat abs


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Wanna get that tummy toned before Spring Break? We’ve got a do-anywhere ab routine to get your belly ready for bikini season in no time. Try these moves a few times a week, throw in some cardio and you’ll be in enviable shape by the time warm weather hits. 
 
Basic Crunch
Lie on the floor with your knees bent, feet flat and apart about the width of your hips. Put your hands behind your head with fingertips lightly touching behind your neck. Contract your abs, then raise your head, upper back and shoulders off the floor (don’t cheat and pull your head up with your hands!). Keep raising to a slow, steady count of four until your chin is about four inches from your chest. Hold for a moment, then slowly return to the starting position.
 
The Bicycle
Lie on the floor with knees bent and legs lifted, hands behind your head. Lift shoulder blades off the floor, and slowly twist left elbow toward right knee as you extend your left leg; immediately switch sides without lowering your shoulders to the floor.
 
Straight Leg Crunch
Lie on your back with legs raised straight above your hips and arms reaching up. Lifting your shoulders from the floor, simultaneously stretch fingertips towards toes and press feet to the ceiling to lift your butt and tailbone off the floor.
 
Side Plank
Lie on your right side with right elbow under your shoulder. Lift hips so your body is in a straight line from knee to head. Hold for 20 counts. Repeat on left.

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Heyyo! Mod mod! I am 5'2 about 120 lbs. I have very large boobs tho... Anyway I wanna lose bout 5 lbs by spring break( april 9 ) I was wondering If u think this is a good workout plan for 6x week 30-60 mins of zumba this workout.... But how many reps and curcuts? Thank you so much!!!!

 

Hey OCcheerbabe, yep that sounds like a good workout. It's fun and gets you burning calories. Try and see how many minutes feel comfortable and maintain that. Hope this helps! Xoxo

Lynae P.

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by OCcheerbabe on 2/18/2012 6:42:04 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD I am a competitive dancer and for dance it helps if you have a flat stomach/abs and I was wondering what is the best way to work on just that sice I work on everything else in dance?

 

Hey dancingcorinne, you could trying getting onto all fours, inhaling while pulling your stomach in and exhaling while pushing it out. You could lie on your back, put your hands on the sides of your head and pretend you're riding a bike. A third exercise you can do is lie on your back, use your hands to support your head, extend your legs and raise them up and down. Hope this helps! Xoxo

Lynae P.

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by dancingcorinne on 2/17/2012 1:06:09 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD
Ok so are theyre anymore ways to lose weight fast??? And doesnt take everydsy of da week?? Because I also hike.....alot [:




Hey girl,

Losing weight is something that takes lots of dedication and lots of time! There are no "lose weight fast" tricks that don't require a little work each day. Hiking is a great workout but, on the days you don't hike, you should find a way to get moving for at least 30-60 minutes. Exercise is only a half of it though - you also need to make healthier food choices! Cut out most junk food and replace those with healthier snacks, like granola bars, yogurt, veggies, fruits, froyo, etc. The combo of exercise and eating right will definitely make you feel better! Smile
Lauren C.

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by Girluv[: on 2/16/2012 9:11:18 PM

 
 

I love to do crunches and situps... But how long will it take to get " abs "

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by Pinkersz on 1/17/2012 7:49:51 PM

 
 



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I'm going to this party. Where can I find a cute dress that is "cocktail" attire? I'm petite so what will fit me?




Hey girl, definitely try Forever 21. They have the best stuff!  
lauren r.

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