40 workout songs to help keep you motivated

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I try to update my gym playlist every 2 weeks or so, which means I have collected A LOT of fabulous workout songs over the past year or so, and since I know I’m not the only one trying to step up my workout routine in an effort to lose weight and get toned in time for bikini season, I decided to share 40 of my favorites with you.

I’m really digging 5, 7, 10, and 21 right now, but all of these workout songs will keep you pumped and (hopefully) give you the motivation you need to get back in shape (and stay in shape)!

Top 15 Women’s Exercises For Abs

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Most of us believe that crunches are the best option. But, that’s not true. Crunching isn’t the best abs workout. They tone only the front and sides muscle of the stomach. It doesn’t tone all the muscles for perfect abs with hips, lower back, and upper thighs.

Some core stabilization exercises such as plank help to lose belly fat make toned abs, train muscles, balance spine and pelvis. This is also effective to reduce back pain and improve posture. It is useful to burn calories even more than crunches, as they include more muscles work.

These exercises stimulate your metabolism and thus, help to burn the hiding fat in the abs. start slowly in an easy pace without maximum-intensity effort. Always start with an easy 5- to 10 minute warm-up exercise and cool down yourself.  For this, you can try running, cycling or cardio as per the preference.