Sexy Shape-Up Secrets

Workout tips from Carmen Electra's trainer.
by Kate Dailey for ExerciseTV

You need a body-boosting workout but you don't have time to spend hours in the gym. Celebrity trainer Michael Carson feels your pain. His client Carmen Electra doesn’t have a lot of time to spend doing squats either. Carson’s solution? Spend as little time as possible working out—and avoid exercise moves you hate.

To follow Carson’s advice, you need to maximize your gym time with a series of dynamic movements that tone muscle, increase flexibility, and burn calories. That means giving tried-and-true exercises a mobility makeover and using more muscles at once.

Carson calls his workout system “rotational”--think of it as three-dimensional body movement. You’re not just moving back and forth and side to side, but in all directions. “It gives you a lot of muscular use with very little impact, and it helps prevent injury,” Carson says. “It’s all about fluidly increasing circulation, improving metabolism, burning calories, and doing everything with one movement.” Sounds good to us.

Follow his tips for a body you’ll want to show off:

Twist and shout: Crunches and traditional core exercises shorten your torso and can actually do more harm than good for your posture. “The more you twist and stretch, the more you make your muscles elongated. Traditional abs training shortens them,” he says. Carson emphasizes moves that encourage full range of motion, like the HELICOPTER SQUAT. Not only do they make you look longer and leaner, they can help prevent injury as well.

Don’t ignore your core: Everybody knows the importance of core training to increase stability, posture and strength. But do you know what your “core” is? If you think abs and back, think again. “Your core goes down below your thighs, almost to your knees,” says Carson. It’s made up of many muscles that all work together to keep you stable and strong. That’s why when you work out, you should engage them all in tandem instead of trying to spot train. Try moves like the BENT OVER PRESS to give your core a real-life workout.

Posture makes perfect: How you stand when executing a move can impact how your muscles fire, which in turn can hinder the effect of your workout. When lunging, keep your weight on your heels and squeeze your glutes for maximum impact, says Carson. Throughout your workout, shift your weight from the ball of your foot to the pads of your feet. Pay attention to which muscles are firing as you move, as well as which moves challenge you more. (If it hurts, don’t push it; check with a trainer to ensure you’re not setting yourself up for injury.)

Ugly moves have pretty results. It’s a natural impulse to want to check yourself out in the mirror when you’re working out. But doing so can sometimes hurt, not help, your form. “To do a squat properly, you want to lower your shoulders to the same degree that you’re lowering your hips,” says Carson. The result can be a move that looks awkward, but it’s better for you.

“Otherwise, you’re putting too much pressure on your knees and shins,” says Carson. “It might feel like there’s a lot going on down there, but there’s no benefit.” Watch him in the FIGURE 8 SQUAT for perfect form.

For more workouts with Michael Carson or to check out Carmen Electra’s Aerobic Striptease workouts, go to http://www.exercisetv.tv/.

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Enjoy Yourself In A Sexy String Bikini

By Joel Semmel

If you are lucky enough to have a body type that works well in bikinis, you should look at purchasing string bikinis this summer. With many different prints and solid colors to choose from, this swimwear will definitely turn some heads. The prices on many string bikini swimsuits, won't break the bank, either.

String bikinis have been created with a wide variety of women in mind. Solids in basic black, pastels and bright tropical hues allow any woman to find something they will enjoy. Wild animal prints and patriotic designs give the purchaser the opportunity to find an outlet for how they feel inside. With several string bikinis in your wardrobe, you can find different outward forms of self expression each time you go to the beach or pool.

Including several different types of two-piece swimsuits to your wardrobe can add some variety to your beach attire. There is a wide assortment of tankinis, camkinis and clubkinis for all your beach and casual needs. The sexy string bikini can be your first choice when the day will start and end at the beach, while the other styles can be added on days when you party well into the night.

If you are thinking that this extensive collection of swimwear will cost you a fortune, you can think again. Quality string bikinis start at just $25! With sale items available constantly, it is easy to find a bathing suit that will fit your budget. With a price tag that competes very well with all other designer swimwear companies, string bikinis have a place in every woman's closet this summer.

When you purchase a string bikini this summer, not only will you look good, but you will feel good! When you wear sexy, attractive swimwear, confidence naturally follows. Having that added self-esteem will make others sit up and take notice.

Whether you are looking at the sexy string bikinis or gorgeous one-piece bathing suits, you will always find multiple pieces of swimwear that may fulfill your needs. Go online and look at the wide selection of swimwear today!

Joel Semmel is the President of JABS International Inc. JABS runs an e-commerce store that sells Junior and Missy swimwear, beach wear, and resort wear:
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Hot And Sexy Kournikova

By Regina Bernardo

Former professional tennis player and a model, Russian sensation Anna Kournikova is undeniably one of the hottest and sexiest female athletes that ever graced the world of tennis.
Though she has retired from playing, the public has kept an eye on her as people follow her every move, especially her high-profile romance with another sexy and hot celebrity - pop star Enrique Iglesias.

Rumors about the secret marriage of Kournikova and Iglesias began appearing in 2003 and again in 2005, but the former athlete never confirmed or deny the status of their relationship. In May 2007, Iglesias was mistakenly quoted saying he had no intention to marry Kournikova, which he later denied and clarified.

Kournikova first made headlines at the age of 13, winning several tournaments in international junior tennis. She was 14 years old when she became the Junior European Champion Under 18 and ITF Junior World Champion Under 18. The next year, she debuted at the 1996 US Open and became a member of the Russian delegation to the Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia.

Although the sexy Kournikova never won a singles tournament, she proved to be a successful doubles player, winning 16 tournament doubles titles and reaching the No.1 ranking in doubles in the Women's Tennis Association. Her highest singles ranking was No.8 and a string of injuries (back and spinal problems) caused her early retirement. Since 2003, she has not participated in tournaments but still plays exhibition matches for charitable causes. She stated that if she were 100% fit, she would like to come back and compete again.

Voted as the "hottest female athlete" by ESPN.com, Kournikova was also named one of People magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People (1998, 2000, 2002, and 2003) and placed first in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women in the World (2002) in the US and UK editions. She also appeared in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue (2004-2005), posing in bikinis and swimsuits.

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