Denise's Daily Dozen (59 page)

7. Lunge

Imagine yourself looking fabulous in your jeans—from every angle.

  Stand with your feet together, arms straight out to the sides at shoulder level, and one weight in your left hand.

  Step forward with your left leg and bend your legs so that you’re in a lunge. Make sure your front knee is in a ninety-degree angle and that your knee does not go over your toes. As you lunge down, pass the weight under your knee from one hand to the other. Return to standing. Now lunge forward with the right leg. Alternate your legs as you lunge and continue to pass the weight through your legs from hand to hand. Time: 1 minute.

8. Rows and Triceps

Look gorgeous in those sleeveless blouses.

  Stand with your feet together and hold a dumbbell in each hand.

  Bend your knees slightly and lean your upper body forward, keeping your back straight. Step out to the left side with your left foot. As you do so, turn your hands so your palms are facing each other and bend your elbows, bringing your arms along the sides of your body. Pull your arms back as if you’re trying to make your shoulder blades kiss behind you. Return to standing. Time: 15 seconds. Repeat stepping out with the right leg.

  Stand with your feet together and hold a dumbbell in each hand. Bend your knees slightly and, with your thighs and knees touching, lean your upper body forward, keeping your back straight. Bend your arms so that they’re by your sides with your elbows lifted. Squat down even more with your legs. As you do so, extend your arms straight behind you, squeezing your triceps. Return to the start position. Time: 30 seconds.

9. Lateral Leaps

You’ll get an energy boost and whittle your middle and legs.

  Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and your upper body nice and upright. Keep your stomach in and your back flat. Holding a weight in each hand, bend your arms and place your hands in front of your chest.

  Step-touch your feet as you squat down low. Really use your legs. As you step-touch, twist your upper body and arms from left to right. Time: 1 minute.