- Personal trainer Nadya Fairweather advises the best exercises for your core
- Shona Wilkinson advises pairing the workout with a diet high in protein
- Stylist Liz Hemmings shared the best fitness wear for the routine
WHAT TO DO
Celebrity personal trainer Nadya Fairweather, recommends this core exercise for sculpting an hourglass figure
Always hankered after that elusive hourglass figure? Try medicine ball wood chops, says celebrity personal trainer Nadya Fairweather (u-shape.co.uk). These help to keep your core strong, pulling in your muscles to create a lovely ‘s’-shape profile from the rib cage to the hips.
Stand with feet wide and knees soft. Start with the ball down at your left side, held in both hands at arms length, then gently bring it above your head and over to the right side, with arms stretched out.
Try to do 15-20 reps. Then switch. Go for three sets before taking a rest. This exercise could also be done using a dumbbell weight.
WHAT TO EAT
To sculpt your waist diet is key, says Shona Wilkinson (shonawilkinson.com). Eat plenty of poached eggs: these are packed with protein, which helps stave off cravings and keeps us feeling fuller for longer. Try eating them with spinach for extra health benefits.
Almonds also make a great snack. They are high in essential fatty acids, calcium and magnesium. This combination helps to prevent water retention, while also balancing your hormones.
The importance of water, too, cannot be stressed enough. Drink a glass before each meal to help you eat less.
WHAT TO WEAR