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CELEBRITY SHAPE UP WITH NICKI WATERMAN
Poster: H! Society 21/02/2008
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TOP TRAINER TO THE STARS OFFERS USEFUL ADVICE FOR A HEALTHIER AND FITTER LIFESTYLE – AND VALUABLE TIPS TO LOSE THOSE EXTRA KILOS
BUY SHOES, LOSE WEIGHT
“Super” shoes like the FitFlop may have fitness benefits, but these style-conscious stars know their footwear is already keeping them in shape…
STILETTOS − VICTORIA BECKHAM
The Science: The quads, hamstrings and calf muscles have to work harder in heels, so your legs become more toned, even when you’re standing still. Walking in heels can burn 312 calories an hour.
The Exercise… stiletto stretch: For Posh-like pins, stand with feet hip-width apart. Hold the handles of a large, heavy handbag close to your chest with both hands, keeping your knees soft, your spine straight and your stomach muscles tight. Bend forward from the hips to a 45-degree angle, hold for five seconds then return to standing. Repeat 15 to 20 times.
PLATFORMS – JESSICA ALBA
The Science: Platforms or wedges give you extra height and put less stress on the foot than normal heels. Walking in wedges works your core stability muscles, buttocks and thighs, and burns 228 calories per hour.
The Exercise… platform power: For legs like Jessica’s, stand up straight, with your feet hip-width apart, on the edge of a stair – hold onto the banister for support. Now rise up onto the balls of your feet, hold the position for one second, then slowly lower yourself back down so your heels go well below the stair you’re standing on. Repeat 15 to 20 times.
UGG BOOTS – SIENNA MILLER
The Science: Ugg contract and lengthen leg muscles, without overworking them like heels can. They also make your toes curl to grip the sole, which works the front of your thigh and calf muscles, helping you to burn 264 calories an hour when you walk in them.
The Exercise… ugg lift: For toned legs like Sienna’s hold onto the back of a chair and stand with your feet hip-width apart. Lift your right foot several inches off the floor, extending your leg in front of you. Tighten your abs and bend your left knee as much as you can, distributing your weight evenly for balance. Hold for two seconds. Repeat 15 times each leg.
BALLET PUMPS – KATE MOSS
The Science: The lack of support makes the muscles in your inner thighs and buttocks work harder than usual. You burn fewer calories than in some other styles – 240 per hour – but you can wear them for longer, which means you’re likely to burn more calories in total.
The Exercise… pump it in pumps: For legs like Kate’s, stand with your feet slightly more than hip-width apart and your hands on your hips. Squeeze your buttocks, slowly bend your knees and drop your hips down towards the floor (don’t let your knees go beyond your toes). Then slowly return to a standing position. Repeat 15 times.
CREDIT: One 175gr bag of Haribo (362 calories) = DEBIT: 30 minutes circuit training
SNACK LIKE A PRO
If you find that you are constantly peckish and tend to grab for the chocolate bars more than you would like to, check out these fabulous suggestions on how to snack without all the fat.
Freeze grapes
It may sound slightly bizarre to some but frozen grapes taste just like wine gums, so mix up some red and white ones and snack away. At only three calories each you can afford to treat yourself!
Sunny snack
Sunflower seeds are rich in calcium and magnesium, and are fantastic for the skin. Try keeping a small bag of them in your desk drawer so that you have something for those peckish moments. You will increase your daily intake of good fats and oils without even trying.
Perfect posture
If you sit down with a straight back when having a snack the food gets into the part of your stomach that sends those “full” signals to the brain, meaning that you will eat less but feel satisfied.
Joyous juice
If you make a concoction of apple and pear juice in the morning, not only will your bowels feel the benefit but you'll be unlikely to experience an energy lull until lunch time. There is also the added benefit of pears being extremely calming foods.
Diet distractions
When you are engrossed with watching the latest episode of EastEnders it's quite easy to munch your way through a whole box of chocolates. To prevent this from happening keep your hands busy with giving yourself a manicure for example. That way you will be gorgeous and groomed.
An apple a day
It really will keep the doctor away! They boost your digestion, which aids in the removal of toxins. A great snack and if you sniff them first the aroma apparently calms the nerves and brings about the sense of tranquillity.
Pick poultry
If you feel hungry before bedtime try eating a chicken sandwich. The tryptophan in the white meat will make you feel sleepy, encouraging rest and relaxation so you can eat yourself happy.
Chickpea or not chickpea
Try having some hummus later on in the day as the protein and fibre is not only good for you but will put an end to an afternoon slump.
Calorie counting
It may seem boring and time consuming but if you allow yourself a certain amount of calories for snacks per day then you can spread them out and satisfy those morning, afternoon and night time cravings. It is much better to plan ahead than over indulge.
Are you nuts?
Try carrying around a pot of peanut butter and a spoon. It might sound crazy but it serves as a great stop-the-gap snack and also helps to stabilise your blood sugar levels to prevent you feeling low and tired.
WHAT’S NEW?
THE HORSE RIDING TUMMY TRIMMER
Jockeys are the fittest athletes in the world – and now with this horse-riding machine you can tone up and drop a dress size (without having to muck out). Yee-ha! The Joba (or Core Trainer) is on sale for $1,999.95 at www.panasonic.com; or you can get the l-gallop for $399 plus shipping (001 866 576 7337).
DID YOU KNOW?
Eighteen pounds (eight kilograms) is the amount of weight you can expect to lose over a year if you walk briskly for 45 minutes, four times a week.
HOW DO YOU SHAPE UP?
Measure your waist at its narrowest and your hips at their widest; divide the first number by the second. If it’s over 0.85, you need to improve your stats through healthy eating and exercise.
AND FINALLY…
At the supermarket, spend more time in the frozen-food section. Frozen vegetables retain many more nutrients and flavour than their fresh counterparts.
For more information on losing weight and getting active check out my new website www.virtualgym.tv or nicki@nickiwaterman.com
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