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A better looking butt
‘Getting your rear view into shape is pretty easy,’ encourages Sarah, ‘it’s just a question of not becoming a sofa slug. The most effective way to burn fat around the bum is to work the body aerobically and master exercises that will increase muscle use but reduce fat. For a firm looking butt, most trainers would recommend squats which not only target the buttocks but work the front and backs of the thighs too.’
Intermediate squats
Stand with your back straight, chest lifted and abdominals in. Tilt your pelvis forward. Breathe in as you bend from your knees and hips and slowly squat down. Keep your weight over your ankles. Look forward. As you squat extend your arms straight in front of you at or below shoulder height. Keep your back flat, chest lifted and knees in line with your feet. Don’t allow the squat to go beyond seat height. Keep your thighs parallel to the floor. Breathe out as you slowly stand up. Lead with your shoulders and keep your back flat and heels on the floor.
Warming up and cooling down
Warming up and cooling down are integral parts of any workout. Ideally a warm up should last for around 15 minutes including jogging on the spot, arm swings, shoulder rolls and general stretches – the same applies after exercise where stretching will slow your blood flow to normal.
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