Body/surf: Three quick workouts get you beach-ready
By Lauren Beckham Falcone, Boston Herald
May 23, 2007

 

Excuse us . . . yes, you, the one with that cinnamon scone and double latte. It’s getting warmer outside -- and you know what that means. Hiding five months of high-calorie comfort food under Spanx and light sweaters is over. Those thighs and upper arms will have to come out of hibernation soon. And the scone? Not helping. . . all due respect.

Relax -- it’s not too late. Whether you want to run along the beach like a "Baywatch" babe, chase after your kids or simply dip your toe in the surf while looking fabulous, here are three quick workouts to help tone that tummy in time for the bikini season.


THE BAYWATCH BABE WORKOUT
Peter A. Lavelle, co-founder and fitness specialist, Ultimate Bootcamp, Brighton; www.ultimatebootcamp.com

"We’re going for flatter tummies, firm tushies and fit arms," Lavelle said. "And a little cardio."

Lavelle recommends doing these moves three times a week. And don’t overdo it, Pam Anderson. Muscles need time to heal between workouts.

1. DIPS. Tones triceps.

Where: Any sturdy bench, chair, coffee table

How: Align back close to the bench. Rest your weight on the heels of palms, elbows straight back at 90 degrees, legs out with a slight bend in the knee. Dip as low as you can go.

How many: Three sets of 12-15, two to three times a week

2. BENCH STEPS. Tones butt and thighs; builds cardio endurance.

Where: Any sturdy bench or stair

How: Step up on bench with right foot, bring left knee up to chest, repeat other side. Add arm pumps to increase cardio benefits.

How many: 25 on each side, three times a week

3. SIDE BENDS. Firms abdominals; reduces love handles.

Where: Anywhere flat (well, probably not the office conference room).

How: Lay on your side with a slight bend and separation in the knees with your lower arm on the ground and upper arm bent at the shoulder. Bring your knees slowly to your elbows for a crunch.

How many: 20 on each side, three times a week

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