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Tips to lose 1-1.5 inches around chest/high waist

studentloansforlife, on July 16, 2016 at 10:17 AM Posted in Fitness and Health 1 6

So I ordered my dream dress from Still White and got a great price, plus the bride was a petite in my size so I don't have to hem or bustle. In the dress size guide from the manufacturer, I fit the size of my dress. However, when I tried it on at home the back was really snug and it latches with a hook and eye clasp at the bottom of my ribs. I am attaching a picture for a visual. The bride had cups sewn in, so I am not sure if that is why it was so tight.

I am worried about toning up and making that area too wide, or not being able to find the right exercise to trim it down. I am pretty petite already, but I can still "pinch and inch" or so of fat. Any ideas to avoid bulk but slim this area?


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Latest activity by Mrs.D, on July 17, 2016 at 1:36 PM
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    Expert August 2016
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    That's a toughie... in my experience the only thing that truly slims your body all over is cardio. Try HIIT or Tabata workouts - something of higher intensity than just jogging on the treadmill. These really work well. I agree that if you try to tone up/weight train that specific area you may end up larger (with muscle) instead of getting smaller. Good luck! Smiley smile

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  • BeachDreams
    Master May 2017
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    Cardio like zumba or running, paired with decreased sugar intake and increased water intake.

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  • KDS
    Super July 2016
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    You can't spot train. Take the dress into a seamstress and see what they can do.

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  • Samantha
    Dedicated February 2016
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    I was in the same situation and rode an exercise bike for 20min about 3-4 days a week and that did the trick!

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  • studentloansforlife
    Super September 2017
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    Yes I definitely plan to go to a seamstress anyway for fine tuning, but since I have time, I want to focus on what I can control now. Maybe I will try upping my walking game on an incline, and one of those phone apps that helps you build endurance for jog/running.

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  • Mrs.D
    Master July 2016
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    Agreed with previous suggestions. Also, avoid processed salty foods, soda, and diet soda, and alcohol.

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