A slim and slender waistline is a coveted aspect of the classichourglass figure.

The compound exercises themselves burn calories, which [also] helps with the deficit.

Finally,core-specific exercisesadd more definition to the area by targeting core-specific muscles."

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Keep reading to learn about Read’s six strength exercises to cinch your waist.

Lower down to your forearms so that your elbows are directly below your shoulders.

Activate your core, squeeze your glutes, and maintain a straight body as you hold this position.

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verify your back doesn’t dip!

Lean back slightly so your upper body forms a 45-degree angle with the floor.

Keep your arms out in front of you or your hands clasped together.

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(you’re able to also incorporate added weight like a medicine ball or weight plate.)

ensure your palm faces down.

Activate your core to push your hips off the floor.

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Your body should make a straight line from your head all the way down to your feet.

Remain in this position before repeating the same motion on the opposite side.

To begin, plant your feet shoulder-width distance apart, and take a big stride forward with one leg.

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Bend your knees as you descend into a lunge, all while maintaining a straight upper body.

check that your front knee doesn’t travel beyond your toes.

Then, press through your front heel for rise back up.

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Bring your back leg forward so that repeat the same movement on your other side.

(you could also opt for a narrow stance by placing your feet hip-width distance apart.)

Extend your arms in front of you, or keep them at your sides.

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Descend into a squat until your thighs reach a parallel position to the ground or lower.

Then, press through both feet to make it stand up.

Press through both feet to get to return to the start position.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e