Exercises to get the hourglas figure
ThaRealNicki
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Hi Im new Ill introduce myself now, Im Nicki I have tons of weight to lose and would love an hour glass figure so Im super happu I found this group!
I wanted to talk about some ways to get this hourglass figure. When I was younger I read somewhere that certain foods help. I dont rmemeber these foods because I didnt really believe food could do it but now Im going to do some research to make sure
As far as exercising goes I would like to know opinions of the group members...I believe exercises where your crossing your body back and forth helps....does anyone else believe this? and what other exercises and tips do you guys believe in or have for this thread?
I wanted to talk about some ways to get this hourglass figure. When I was younger I read somewhere that certain foods help. I dont rmemeber these foods because I didnt really believe food could do it but now Im going to do some research to make sure
As far as exercising goes I would like to know opinions of the group members...I believe exercises where your crossing your body back and forth helps....does anyone else believe this? and what other exercises and tips do you guys believe in or have for this thread?
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http://www.livestrong.com/article/90790-flatten-stomach-hourglass-figure/
I found this not sure how accurate is im still doing some reaserch. so far Ive found out heavy ab workouts and pilaties is a no go....0 -
I've recently been using Camilla Dallerup's Dance Off the Inches DVD and she has a lot of moves that twist the body at the waist which is great for bringing in that waistline.
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I recommend bike riding! Amazing for your butt and hips! Also push ups and bench presses are great for firming up your pecks.1
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Squats n lunges to keep a nice firm bubbley donkey booty! Can't have a flat booty! Lol1
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LOTS of cardio of any sort will help shed the extra weight. Also toning your arms, shoulders and back.
Also I'm finding that http://blogilates.com/ has some good work outs - there are sheets you can print off and do at home - one sheet (I think it's called the corset workout) is AMAZING! Works on the SIDES of your stomach, pulling you IN for that hourglass figure...rather than the front like crunches (which flattens it out).0 -
Also I'm finding that http://blogilates.com/ has some good work outs - there are sheets you can print off and do at home - one sheet (I think it's called the corset workout) is AMAZING! Works on the SIDES of your stomach, pulling you IN for that hourglass figure...rather than the front like crunches (which flattens it out).
Wow- thanks for the great resource...definitely going to try some of those workouts 1 -
I was wondering about belly exercises to trim the waistline and keep the curve to it versus the square effect you get from all of the crunches. I'm going to checkout that site too, thanks for sharing!0
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Thank you for all the help ladies and I just favorited that site after taking my own little tour its great!!0
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I was wondering about belly exercises to trim the waistline and keep the curve to it versus the square effect you get from all of the crunches. I'm going to checkout that site too, thanks for sharing!
Belly dancing! Loads of the moves are to do with shimmying, shaking and undulating, and the most desireable figure for a belly dancer is to have curves - including a slighly rounded belly - you have to have something to shake!
I used to go to a weekly belly dance class and it was THE MOST FUN EVER! Unfortunately, I had to quit when I got pregnant and it's no longer running, or I'd be back there in the blink of an eye! You can get DVDs though, so I'm thinking of getting one and shimmying awa in the comfort of my own home. 0 -
I was wondering about belly exercises to trim the waistline and keep the curve to it versus the square effect you get from all of the crunches. I'm going to checkout that site too, thanks for sharing!
Belly dancing! Loads of the moves are to do with shimmying, shaking and undulating, and the most desireable figure for a belly dancer is to have curves - including a slighly rounded belly - you have to have something to shake!
I used to go to a weekly belly dance class and it was THE MOST FUN EVER! Unfortunately, I had to quit when I got pregnant and it's no longer running, or I'd be back there in the blink of an eye! You can get DVDs though, so I'm thinking of getting one and shimmying awa in the comfort of my own home.
Bellydancing is absolutley a great option... its an awesome full body workout that emphasizes keeping your curves :-)0 -
Another exercise that is good for the same reason is working out with a weighted hula hoop. Mine is 4 pounds and ripple-shaped as opposed to just smooth. (You can find several different varieties on Amazon.)I've recently been using Camilla Dallerup's Dance Off the Inches DVD and she has a lot of moves that twist the body at the waist which is great for bringing in that waistline.
By the way, I wasn't good at hula hooping as a kid, but I find the weighted hula hoop to be easy to keep up, so don't be discouraged if you've never been a hooper!0 -
LOTS of cardio of any sort will help shed the extra weight. Also toning your arms, shoulders and back.
Also I'm finding that http://blogilates.com/ has some good work outs - there are sheets you can print off and do at home - one sheet (I think it's called the corset workout) is AMAZING! Works on the SIDES of your stomach, pulling you IN for that hourglass figure...rather than the front like crunches (which flattens it out).
I did one set of the corset workout yesterday. It kicked my butt. I have a new ab workout for the next few weeks. 0 -
I just watched the corset workout... That looks completely do-able!! And less than 10 mins? What-what?? Lol Im doing that TONIGHT!!0
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I just watched the corset workout... That looks completely do-able!! And less than 10 mins? What-what?? Lol Im doing that TONIGHT!!
Feeling it in my lower abs, obliques and lower back. Just where I need it. 0 -
I have a mini progress update. I have always looked like a pear shape. Until today. I am actually looking like my shoulders are in proportion with my hips. I blame upper body weight training. They have totally caught up. I think there are 2 things that did the most: the lat pulldown machine and the compound seated row. I look just a little wider in the shoulders than I used to, and it made all the difference. (For the record, I actually haven't changed increased in the band size of my bra. I am smaller than I was when started and still shrinking. But I think the above bust measurement has changed slightly.. I think.0
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Very simple torso-twists (I hold a small hand weight in both hands to make the movement more controlled) seem to be doing a very good job of nipping in my waist a bit more - I do 70-100 twists first thing in the morning (also loosens my back muscles up when I get out of bed) - takes about 2-4 minutes!0
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In regards to the Blogilates. My one issue is that the sheets say that 4 sheets should be about an hour of working out...I am managing to finish them in half an hour...when going slowly. I was worried that I wasn't doing them right - but I am on week 3 and I am DEFINATELY seeing a difference, even in my back - which was something I never really thought of, but DAMN I have a nice back now!0
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I actually want a bigger booty; I got nothing there. Are squats and lunges a good way to add back there?0
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I actually want a bigger booty; I got nothing there. Are squats and lunges a good way to add back there?
Yup, and add dead lifts.0 -
Apparently Marilyn used 5lb weights and ate a high protein diet (oh, and she didn't like ot tan - she didn't think it was particularly healthy!).
http://glamournet.com/legends/Marilyn/monthly/shape1.html0 -
Apparently Marilyn used 5lb weights and ate a high protein diet (oh, and she didn't like ot tan - she didn't think it was particularly healthy!).
http://glamournet.com/legends/Marilyn/monthly/shape1.html
My the gym where I see my trainer has this awesome print of Marilyn lifting a dumbbell in her short shorts and bare midriff top.
Here it is:
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im trying to achieve the hourglass ttooooooo xx0
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For some people hourglass shape can be impossible because of your natural body type. You either have to lose weight or add it. I'm naturally skinny and cannot get fat if I try, so getting this shape is going to be very hard for me. I have to focus on adding muscle which is all I really can do to get more of a figure. Squats really help the bum, as do lunges. Donkey kicks rock too.0
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Does anyone have specific belly dance workout videos they recommend?
I love to dance and I try to focus my exercise on things I actually enjoy doing. Sadly with my weight loss I have completely lost my bootie as well, so am trying to hone-in on appropriate exercises to help lift, firm and enhance that area!
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I thought I might give hooping a go0
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