Wax On and Wax Off to a Better Bod

The dog days of Summer are quickly coming to a close. Before the lingering warm days are gone, I dare you to take advantage of them by washing your car and giving your body a good workout. Last weekend, I busted out a bucket, sponges, a hose, and my waterproof shoes. An hour later, I had a sparkling set of wheels and my guns were ablazin’. If you’re up for it, engage in these steps and add any other tips to the comments! Put some elbow grease into your washing movements with circular motions. Think like Mr. Miyagi . . . wax on, wax off. If you are covering a large side of the car, you can lunge from side to side as you clean and dry the car. When you’re washing the back of the car, add some leg lifts while you swipe with the sponges. When it’s time to clean the wheels, practice your squats - remember they’re not just for the gym anymore. Time for the grill! After drying off the car, prop yourself up on the bumper for a few push-ups.

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Katy Perry Jumps Onstage and Off

Katy Perry looks amazing in her various bikinis . What’s her secret? According to a recent interview with Cosmo , her favorite way to exercise is jumping rope . Not only does it burn calories - 295 per 30 minutes - but jumping rope also helps build bone-mineral density and makes your body stronger. It’s a simple and inexpensive way to get your heart rate up; use it as your main form of cardio or to warm up before strength training. Katy even jumps rope as a warmup before shows. Since this little gadget is so portable, you can pack it in your gym bag, suitcase, car, and even your purse and always have a way to get in a good workout.

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How Many Times Do You Work Out on the Weekend?

I try to get in at least one good workout every weekend, and if that isn’t possible, I take a long walk or get active some other way. How about you: do you commit to working out on the weekends? Source How Many Times Do You Work Out on the Weekend? Once Twice Not at all

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Weigh In: My Fiancé Won’t Quit Smoking

A fellow FitSugar reader is in need of your sensible, yet sensitive advice. She told me about her sticky situation, so let her know what you’d do. Dear Fit, I’ve been with the same guy for over five years, and we have a wedding planned for late this Summer. When we first met we were both smokers, but I’m pleased to say I finally quit a couple years ago. He has definitely cut back tremendously, from two packs a day to one cigarette a day, but hasn’t quit entirely. I’m proud of him for having the amazing willpower to smoke fewer cigarettes, but I really just want him to quit altogether. He keeps saying that one a day won’t kill him, but he doesn’t know that. I obviously love him and still want to marry him, but how can I get him to ditch the nicotine habit? I want us to live a long, healthy life together. -Tired of Tobacco Can you help a fellow FitSugar reader out? Share your advice below.

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