Body Beautiful

You often look at svelte models and wonder what their secret is .

Experts advise, you need to know what your body shape is like and then plan the kind of exercises required for toning the body.

Decide : Upon the exercises/activities you really enjoy. Set a time for these activities and do them diligently.

Stamina: Increase your stamina steadily over a period of time. Exercise for 30 minutes. Swimming, tennis, badminton, walking , choose any of these to improve your stamina and strength.

Upper Body : You want to shape up those flabby arms and paunch. So begin  with weight training. Remember not to exert yourself, for it might leave you with sore muscles. If lifting weights make you uncomfortable, simple pushups too will help the arms and stomach.

Lower Body: Cycling, step climbing, kicks squats, etc. all the activities that involve leg muscles are great.

Diet factor:  Reduce intake of fats, oils and greasy foods. Instead eat more salad and fruits.

Take your picks

Swimming- Mainly an upper body exercise. Develops arms, shoulders and back muscles.

Cycling - Strengthens thighs, claves and cardiovascular system.

Long distance running – Good for heart, lungs and legs.

Aerobics – Overall workout.

Step Aerobics – Mainly a leg activity.

Remember, before beginning with exercises; do check with your doctor.