Day 2: Twice as Toned

Today's workout is modified from the January issue of Fitness Magazine...And if you like to multi-task, this workout is for you!

All you really need is a pair of 3-5 pound dumbbells and a low bench or step.

Be sure to check out the video or Twice as toned in (less than) half the time, by Michele Olson, Ph.D., in the January issue of Fitness Magazine for detailed instructions.

Warm up for five minutes on the cardio machine of your choice or march in place.

• Squat hop and press (shoulders, abs, hips, butt and legs): Do eight reps. Switch legs and repeat
• Runner's Lunge (shoulders, arms, chest, abs, butt and legs):Do 16 reps total, alternating sides
• Speed Skater (shoulders, back, arms, abs, butt and legs): Do 16 reps total, alternating sides
• Plie squat row (back, arms, butt, legs):Do eight reps
• Cheerleader raise (shoulders, arms, abs, legs): Do eight reps quickly then switch sides and repeat
• Kick and punch combo (shoulders, arms, abs, butt, legs): Do 16 reps total alternating sides
• Plank twist and push-up (shoulders, back, arms, chest, abs): Complete series 8 times
• Step-up and row (chest, abs, butt, legs):Do 16 reps total alternating sides

Cool down for five minutes on the treadmill or marching in place.

Fitness tip of the day: The American College of Sports Medicine says if you increase the pace of your workout, you can take off more inches in less time.

Weight tracker: 35 pounds to go.