by RealAge
Banish belly flab with a daily walk and this gym-free exercise routine.
Ready to lose inches and gain better health? Pick a 20-minute workout that's right for you with these exercises adapted from YOU: On a Diet, YOU: The Owner's Manual, and YOU: Being Beautiful. They focus on your foundation muscles -- the ones that tighten your belly, shrink your waist, improve your posture, and help you fit into your clothes better.
Start by doing this: Walk 30 minutes a day. No excuses. "It's as important as daily sleep," says Dr. Roizen. (Try this free online video walking program.)
Once you're walking every day, do this: No Equipment Workout.
For this workout, you really need only two things, and both are free: your body and the know-how to use it. Trainer Joel Harper will guide you through it in this 20-minute workout video.
As you get stronger, try these: resistance bands or weights.
Do it every other day: Aim to do 20 minutes, three times a week, ideally every other day.
As with any workout, use caution: At first, you may be able to do each move only a few times; later on, you'll easily manage to do many more. Don't overdo it. Never increase activity by more than 10% a week, take precautions to avoid injury, drink plenty of water, and be aware of your environment. Above all, check with your doctor before you begin any fitness program.
Hey, thanks for these links. There are some really handy sites out there. I think a lot of people start something but then just jack it in. I think it's the problem caused by an all-or-nothing mentality. Flexibility is needed (and I'm not just talking about the body). Kim, My site: Does P90X Work?