Does this sound like a good plan?

[fsugirl13]

I really want to get in shape! Right now I'm 5'7 and 120 lbs (idk if that's over weight or what?) but I don't like my body

The main things I want to do is:

- firm up my arms, they seem kind of big and the bottom is a little saggy

-tone my stomach, I don't have abs at all

-tone my thighs, like my arms they seem kind of big and bulky and the inside of them is kind of flabby

-and then work on my chest area and try to get a curvier butt if possible.

I haven't been working out much lately, but do you think 15 to 20 minutes of cardio on an elliptical and some squats, sit ups, and push ups would help?

Please help :)

[Southern_Belle]

First 120 for your height is not overweight, but there is nothing wrong with wanting to improve your body.

Evangelina gave some good basics, you might could add pilates to your workout. Pilates is great for sculpting long lean muscles. I have a naturally muscular build, but pilates has really helped me lose some of the bulkiness(don't think that's an actual word lol). 30 minutes minimum is a good rule for cardio.

Eat healthy and drink plenty of water. Good Luck!

[fsugirl13]

Thanks girl! I don't really know what my build is, but it's deffinitly on the bulkier side rather than the slim side haha

I'll deffinitly have to try the pilates!

And I know I already asked evangelina, but how long do you think it would take to notice results?

:)

[Southern_Belle]

Results vary from person to person depending on how hard you work. I saw visible results in my muscle tone in about 3 to 4 weeks, but I started losing weight after the first week doing cardio and pilates 4- 5 days a week. Check out Crunch workout videos. I love them! The one I have mixes cardio with standing pilates and a mat workout. But beware, your legs and butt will be burning from all the squats and lunges LOL!

[peace-love-couture]

-30-60 minutes of cardio a day,although if you're a beginner start out with 20, then add 5-10 minutes per week

-Butt:Squats,Lunges...they can be your best friends

-Midsection:Curl-ups,sit-ups,keep good posture when working out

-Arms:Push-ups,weight lifting(light)

[fsugirl13]

thank you! :)

jw but how long do you think it'll take to notice results?

[peace-love-couture]

Depends.It won't happen overnight.Could take anywhere from 1 month to 3.You have to put in the effort thought:)

[peace-love-couture]

*though

[Anonymous]

Yes, that's definitely a start. But eventually you'll want to work up to 45 minutes of cardio a day in addition to some weights, squats, lunges, etc.

Also make sure you're drinking plenty of water and eating healthier.