We all want to look good. We may not all care about being a perfect 10, but many of us aspire to getting as close as we can. The reality is though, if you look good and are a healthy weight, then you will grow in confidence and find there are so many more things you can do in life, not being inhibited by those extra kilos, however many they might be...

Ever seen 'The Biggest Loser'? You will notice how much their lives change after getting in shape, so make some small changes in your life and see the positive impact it has.

Here are five tips to start...

Get back to basics for strong, sculpted arms

No matter what kind of swimsuit you choose, your arms are going to be out there for the whole world to see. And since you're wearing so little, an extra roll or a bit of jiggle is even more noticeable.

If you want strong, sexy arms this summer, it's time to try an old standard: the push-up.

Push-ups strengthen your chest muscles, but they also work your deltoids (or shoulder muscles) and triceps. This makes them one of the most effective exercises around!

Don't ignore your core

The 'core' muscles include those in your abs and back. They (along with a few others) keep your trunk stable and your posture upright. But many people ignore their core muscles when they start a workout program.

When toning up for summer, don't just focus on 'problem zones' like your arms, glutes, and thighs. Weak core muscles can cause all sorts of injuries, like a bad back, a pulled shoulder, or a twisted knee — and the time you take recovering from these injuries can seriously delay you in reaching your summer fitness goals.

Eat smart for muscle tone

Many fat-loss programs require drastic caloric restrictions and extreme amounts of cardiovascular exercise. The problem is that most also do a pretty good job of wasting away your muscle mass at the same time.

Regardless of what your weight loss goals might be, losing muscle tissue is never a good idea — it slows your metabolism to a crawl.

Instead of following a low-calorie diet, follow a dietary plan that will enhance your ability to build muscle and rev up your metabolism in the process.

Stretching is essential, but don't go ballistic

Have you heard of ballistic stretching? It's a kind of stretch in which you move into a position and then bounce to stretch the muscle.

An example would be bending to touch your toes and then bouncing to reach them.

Ballistic stretching can do a lot more harm than good, tightening the muscle and leading to injury.

Plan to look great... and feel even better

The desire to look great in your swimsuit may be what's inspiring you to get in shape, but remember that the results will be more than just cosmetic.

As you build muscle and stamina, you'll be able to excel at classic summer sports like beach volleyball, swimming, and surfing.

This article is supplied by My Personal Trainer. For more information call 0861 00 6978


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