You’re definitely not alone in battling those stubborn love handles that have taken up residence on your hips and are stopping you from zipping up your favourite jeans! To help you get rid of them, we’ve put together 7 targeted fitness exercises to help you achieve a dream waistline — slimmer and more toned. By stimulating fat breakdown, these exercises will also help you reduce cellulite around the stomach area. Good news, right?
For a dream waistline, perform these exercises several times a week, on their own or as part of your regular workout routine. Over time, you’ll flush out excess fat and toxins for a flatter stomach and a more defined waist!
The active plank
Get into a plank position with your arms fully extended. Bring one knee towards the opposite elbow, crossing as far as you can. Return to the starting position and alternate with the other leg. Keep your core engaged and avoid arching your back.
The plank + curl
Start in a plank position holding a weight (a water bottle or dumbbell) in your right hand. Once in position, lift your right hand off the floor and pass it behind your left arm. Rotate your torso until your right arm is extended towards the ceiling and you’re almost in a side plank position. Return to the starting position, then repeat the movement. Work one side, then switch.
Twisted squats
Time for squats on the way to that dream waistline! Start standing with your feet slightly wider than hip-width apart, toes turned outward. Hold a water bottle or small dumbbell in both hands, palms facing each other, just in front of your chest.
Lower into a squat, keeping your weight in your heels. Then push through your heels to stand back up, and at the same time, raise the weight above your head with arms extended while rotating your torso. So in one fluid movement, you stand up, lift your arms, and twist your torso. Keep your feet still, your back straight, and your core tight. Alternate the direction of the rotation with each rep.
Side bends — an easy exercise for a dream waistline
This exercise is ideal for slimming the waist and working the obliques. Stand with a very slight bend in your knees and your hands on your hips. Simply bend your torso to the side — right then left — making sure to return fully upright between each movement. Keep your core and glutes engaged to support your back.
Side crunches
This exercise is highly effective for a dream waistline! Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet slightly apart. Lift your shoulders off the floor, then reach your left hand towards your left heel. Repeat on the right side. Remember to breathe steadily, and don’t strain your neck!
Leg circles
For this exercise, lie on your side with one leg resting on top of the other. Lift the top leg to form a wide V shape. Keep your leg raised and draw small circles in one direction, then the other. Keep your core firmly engaged. Then switch sides.
Leg extensions
For this exercise — which targets your abs and helps you work towards a dream waistline — start by sitting with your weight on your elbows and your knees bent. Simply extend your legs without letting your feet touch the floor! Return to the starting position while drawing your core in, then exhale. Perform the movement slowly. Focus on your breathing and avoid arching your lower back.
These targeted exercises will help you reclaim a dream waistline. But to encourage your body to break down stubborn fat deposits responsible for cellulite, it’s essential to complement your fitness sessions with cupping massage! To make sure you’re doing it right, use your Cellublue cup, which is perfectly suited for use on the waist. It will help you perform cupping massage easily, quickly and effectively — with visible results in just a few weeks.
