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Looking at these pictures of Lady Gaga, it's clear that she puts in some major work to get such drool-worthy abs. Well, the nice thing is, you don't have to be an award-winning singer to achieve Gaga's ab-tastic look. Here are insider tips from Gaga's trainer, Harley Pasternak, on exactly which exercises he gives the star to keep her looking toned, tight, and trim. Source Read more
If you only have a short window of time to spare but want a solid workout, a DVD concentrated on strong and sculpted abs is a smart pick. You don't need a lot of space, you won't get terribly sweaty, and if you do it just right, ab work can be an incredibly effective workout. Here are four DVD workouts FitSugar staffers have tested and reviewed and will deliver moves to strengthen your Read more
Hate crunches and planks? Work your abs, and then some, off the mat with this 10-minute standing abs workout from FitSugar reader JessicaSmithTV. She posted it in the 10 Pounds Down community group. Join fitness expert Jessica Smith for this full-length, 10-minute standing abs video workout that will keep your heart rate up as you target your abdominals (and more!) for even faster Read more
Looking to tighten up your core before Summer? FitSugar reader and certified trainer JessicaSmithTV created the following workout for just that! She shared it in our 10 Pounds DOWN! community group. Don't just lie flat on the floor and do crunches to prep your abs for Summer! Target your abs and keep the rest of your body working too with these 5 non-traditional abs moves from fitness expert Read more
Celeb trainer Teddy Bass knows you need to work the entire torso and all four layers of abdominal muscles to create a sleek midsection. In this 10-minute workout, Cameron Diaz's longtime trainer mixes plank variations and roll-ups with standing ab exercise for a complete core workout. Press play and get ready to feel your belly burn — in a good way, of course! Read more
The exercise ball may occupy a lot of room in your home gym, but it's one versatile piece of equipment. Find out how to get the most out of your exercise ball below. A healthier seat: Ditch your normal seat on the couch and sit on an exercise ball instead. Using a ball to sit helps correct your posture, tones your abs, and encourages you to stretch, all of which sounds a lot better than the Read more
With the Summer travel season fast approaching, remember you can pack your workout gear and still travel light with a resistance band. Be sure to throw one into your suitcase since you can give yourself a full-body workout with this lightweight fitness tool. Here are three of our favorite moves to work your arms, legs, and abs that you can do just about anywhere you go. Be sure to check out our Read more
The rowing machine can be intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it's an effective way to spice up your cardio routine. But while the rowing machine, also called an ergometer, is a calorie buster (about 280 calories in 30 minutes for an 130-pound woman) and a good leg and core workout, improper form can lead to back injuries if you're not careful. Read on for our tips on proper rowing Read more
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Looking to tighten up your core? FitSugar reader (and certified trainer) Livingthin created the following ab workout for just that! She shared it in our 10 Pounds DOWN! community group. Five minutes is all you'll need to feel the burn with fitness expert Jessica Smith's quick, efficient circuit of moves designed to work your abs from every angle. And be sure to join us for our free 6-week Read more
Memorial Day is approaching, and we've got warm weather on the brain, but it's not just about getting in shape for the beach. Hiking is a great cardio and muscle-building workout — and you can burn 180 calories in just 30 minutes. Hiking trails vary in difficulty, yet no matter where you go it's a common sight: once-enthusiastic hikers having to stop halfway through, too exhausted and out of Read more
