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Tone up in 2 weeks

A-list trainer Ramona Braganza's super-simple workout guarantees serious results in just 20 minutes a day

Posted: 10 February 2011
by Elin Tough and Ramona Braganza

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Killer arm move 1: jab-cross

'This one targets your biceps and triceps,' says Ramona. 'The rapid movements will not only lengthen out your muscles, but also strengthen your shoulders and back to improve your posture in the process.'

Stand in a boxing stance - knees slightly bent, feet shoulder-width apart, one slightly behind the other (your left leg in front if you're right handed, right leg in front if you're left handed).

Hold a dumbbell in each hand (3lb to 5lb) and keep your hands up near to your face, elbows bent, as if you were protecting your head, then with a twisting motion punch your dominant arm forward followed by a quick punch with your other hand - this is one rep.

Repeat the one two punching in quick succession until you reach 20 reps on each side.

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Vicii

Wow this really makes you feel like you've worked out. All helping towards looking good on the beach in a months time...

Posted: 27/04/2011 at 14:48

Angelpie

The picture of the plank doesn't seem to follow the instructions on how to do it. In the picture the girl is resting on her hands rather than her elbows and forearms. Bit confusing for rookies

Posted: 10/05/2011 at 12:12

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