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Wishing for some rock-hard abs for bikini season? These exercises will help you and your BFF get toned in no time.

What You’ll Need:

- a partner

- 2 medicine balls (start with 10 or 15 pounds)

- 2 exercise mats

Sit-up Toss

Lay on your mat with you knees bent and your back flat on the ground. Have you partner sit opposite you, toes touching. Using one medicine ball, lean back and extend your arms (keep them nice ‘n’ straight!) and perform a sit-up. Once you reach an upright position, toss the ball to your bud (who should also be sitting). Have her do the same thing and repeat 20 times.

Medicine Ball Twist

Sit opposite your partner with your toes touching and knees bent. Lift your feet 6 inches off the ground, making sure to keep your core tight. With one medicine ball twist your torso to touch the right side, and then the left. When you get back to center, quickly toss the ball to your partner and have her do the same. Do 10 reps to feel the burn.

Partner Twists

Stand back-to-back with your partner. Start with the medicine ball in both of your hands. Twist from your core and pass the ball to your partner. She should twist around the to the other side and pass it back to you. Continue for one minute.

Crunch Up

If you can’t find a partner, this is an exercise you can do by yourself. Grab a medicine ball and with your knees bent lift your arms above your head. Lay back and perform a crunch, reaching the medicine ball straight up as high into the air as possible. Do 25 reps and you’ll be on your way to amazing abs.

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BY KATIE BAKER AND ERIN GOLDSTROM ON 6/9/2011 12:00:00 PM

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Hi! Ok so i was trying to click on the link to "We tried it: Cardion Kickboxing" but whenever I do, it re-routes me back to the main home page. Why is it doing that?

hey girl,

are you talking about this article here?

http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/10/17/we-tried-it-kickboxing.aspx

I'm not sure what link you are talking about, but try Googling what you are looking for (whether it's videos or classes!)

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by sassygirl93 on 6/11/2011 12:43:50 PM

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I signed up for two newsletters yesterday, and i haven't gotten one yet. the thingy said that it came every friday. why haven't i gotten one yet?

Hey! maybe there was a problem with the mail

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by xxxShadowMagexxx on 6/10/2011 6:42:12 PM

Thanks mod for answering my question so fast and exactly how I needed it answered

Course babe! That's what we're here for

Jess W.

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by scooby239 on 6/10/2011 12:54:14 PM

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I am going to start running and doing step aerobics. Does that tone anything other than legs?

Hey babe! Running is great exercise for your entire body and step aerobics will help your entire lower half. These forms of cardio are such healthy options for your body and mind. If your goal is to shed some pounds, those exercises will definitely help. If you just want to be more toned or muscular, they're great for that too. Running and step aerobics won't do much or your upper body, so you can always add some free weight exercises to the mix if you want a toned upper body as well. Good luck!

Jess W.

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by scooby239 on 6/10/2011 10:41:38 AM

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Does running and step aerobics only tone legs? Or does it tone other things too? I am going to start running almost everyday to train for cross country next school year. I also need to get in shape. So what are the perks of running?

Hey babe! Running, and cardio in general, helps your entire body. It's good for your muscles and your heart. It's proven to slow aging and lower your blood pressure. Not that you have to worry about that right now, but it's great to start at a young age! Step aerobics will tone your entire bottom half. You can add other cardio exercises too, like yoga. All of these will help you get in shape. They can also make you happy! Exercising releases a hormone called endorphins, and endorphins make you happy! Not only will your body be in better shape, but your mind will be too. Good luck with your new regiment!

Jess W.

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by scooby239 on 6/10/2011 10:23:44 AM

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