So you’re ready to hit the beach, but your body has been in hibernation mode. Don’t worry:The Biggest LosertrainerDolvett Quincegave PEOPLE his time-crunch tips for shedding a few quick pounds. Dedicate 3 to 4 weeks to Quince’s plan and you’ll be rocking that bikini bod!
Start Your Day with a WorkoutThe way you wake up your body is important. I’m a big fan of getting right out of bed and working out. That’s when your body is at its peak metabolism. Walk on a treadmill at an incline, go for a jog or jump rope. Once you’ve warmed up, do this plyometrics routine 4 times: 15 squats, 5 burpees, 5 push-ups. You’ll work your upper body, full body and lower body. If you have a vacation coming up, why not work out twice a day? I look at it this way: You have time to shop or meet friends for a drink, so you have time to take care of yourself. When you get out of work, go to spin class or hiking, for example. And always work out different body parts. The more variation in your day, the leaner you’ll get. The more time you put in, the better you’ll look and feel. Work hard now, celebrate later!
Make Time for RecoveryDon’t think, “I’ve got to beat myself up to look good.” Think, “I’ve got to take care of myself to lookand feelgood.” Recovery is too often neglected. I recommend using a foam roller — like theBodyForm Foam RollerI created with Brookstone — before and after a workout. There’s nothing worse than exercising hard and being too sore to work out anymore. Take care of yourself before and after your routine and get a good night’s sleep (6 to 8 hours) because that’s when your body heals. Stretch when you get out of bed, too. Touch your toes. Put your hand behind your head and stretch your triceps, and do some deep breathing. It’s a great way to start your day. You’re more relaxed and in control and chaos doesn’t get to you — which means you’re more likely to fit in that workout!
—Gabrielle Olya
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