THREE LAST-MINUTE TUMMY TONERS

You may be relieved there’s no time left for a full gym plan, but a week of the following exercises will still help tighten your beach belly. You should also aim to walk for 45 minutes each day at a brisk pace.

The plank

Lie face down then lift yourself up on your toes and forearms, with your elbows bent at 90 degrees. Hold for 10 seconds, building up to 40 seconds as the week progresses. Repeat three times a day.

Bicycle crunch

Lie down with your back pressed into the floor. Bring your hands behind your head. Starting with your legs bent at a 45-degree angle, bring the right knee into the chest while straightening out your left leg. At the sam time, rotate your top half so your left elbow goes to your right knee, then switch to the other side. Repeat 15-20 times a day.

The boat

Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat and tiilt back, extending your legs as they lift up so your body forms a right angle. Pull your abs in to help balance. Extend your arm shoulder at height past your knees. Hold for five slow breaths and return to your starting position. Repeat five times a day.