Special K Celebrity Training Tips

Note: As a rule of thumb, do two sets of 10 to 12 reps for each exercise (or 10 on each side, if appropriate). Rest for 30 seconds in between sets. Do these two to three times per week, on nonconsecutive days. For best results, combine toning exercises with a brisk daily walk or other form of cardiovascular exercise.

You want: A-list arms

Looking for slender, defined arms? No matter your age, they are possible! These moves work the chest, shoulders and arm muscles to combat the dreaded underarm jiggle. The best part: This routine takes just 10 minutes per session.

You need: 3- to 5-pound dumbbells, 8- to 10-pound dumbbells, and a mat or carpeted surface.

What to do: First, warm up by marching in place for five minutes while scissoring arms overhead (like jumping jacks). Then, lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat, arms extended above your head with a light dumbbell in each hand. Use your abs to slowly curl up, bringing your arms forward in an arc toward the knees. Hold, then slowly reverse. For the next move, stand with feet shoulder-width apart, arms at your sides, with a heavy dumbbell in each hand (palms should be facing in). Bend left arm to 90 degrees (from the side, it should look like an L) and hold as you bend the right arm up so the dumbbell is at your shoulder. Complete all reps, then lower and switch sides.

You want: Leading-lady legs

Defined legs makes wearing a short skirt or dress all the more fun. These moves target thighs and calves for an all-over shape-up.

You need: 3- to 5-pound dumbbells and a stretch resistance band.

What to do: Sit on a bench or chair with ankles directly below your knees, feet on the floor. Use the stretch band to connect the chair leg and your foot, and lift your left leg up so it’s nearly straight — just be sure not to lock your knee. Slowly lower. Repeat on the other side. Then, stand with your feet hip-width apart, arms at your sides with dumbbells in your hands. Raise your heels until you’re standing on the balls of your feet, then slowly lower.

You want: A head-turning rear end

Let’s face it, a shapely rear makes clothes fit better and boosts confidence. Obtain what’s rightfully yours!

You need: 8- to 10-pound dumbbells and a mat or carpeted surface.

What to do: Stand with feet hip-width apart and a dumbbell in each hand. Arms should be bent up so dumbbell is at shoulder height. With a straight back and tight abs, bend at the knees so you’re almost sitting on air. Keep lowering until thighs are nearly parallel with the floor, then rise to standing and repeat. For the next move, kneel with hands on the floor directly beneath shoulders. Keeping the knee bent, use your glutes to lift your right leg directly up so the thigh is parallel to the floor. Press your heel toward the ceiling and hold. Lower to the floor, then repeat. Repeat exercise with left leg.