Bust

[tia]

I am not quite sure how to ask this. But I was wondering what exercises were good for toning the tummy with out losing the bust? Can this be done or is it simply what happens happens. I don't want to look like a lady body builder with pecks instead of what I was given naturally.

[lyzer]

You can't really spot reduce if I understand what you are asking. I think in the end your body is going to take what ever shape it is meant to take. You would have to do serious work outs to look like a lady body builder so don't worry about that.

[TiM]

I think I know what you're getting at here, tia. Unfortunately, one of the first places that a lady can lose weight is in her chest. Every woman I've ever known who has lost weight has lost it in her bust first. Other than being extremely handy for feeding infants, they're really not that good for anything but storing fat. (Yes, guys, that's what they're used for...)

What you could try to do is to lose weight however you plan and do core exercises to strengthen and "tone" your midsection. Work the abs, build the muscles stronger and bigger, and when the bodyfat level is low enough to show 'em well, they'll show. Your boobs might be sacrificed, but that's the way it goes, unfortunately.

As for looking like a lady bodybuilder... you've got 2 options if you go that "extreme" - be comfortable not wearing a bra and nobody noticing it (the 2x4 look), or drop a few grand for some saline funbags.

[autoguy]

This is actually pretty informative. I think it is good to understand the sacrifices one makes when they decide to work towards total body fitness. And also to remember what the rewards are. Only then can you really make your choice.

[tia]

Ah, well I suppose those are all things that I should be thinking about as I decide how far I want to take my fitness. How much muscle on a woman do you gentleman thing is "TOO MUCH"?

[kimswollwilliams]

IMO, there is nothing more sexy on a woman than a sculpted physique. be it a fitness physique, a bodybuilder, or anywhere in between. i think it goes overboard when femininty, (especially in the face) becomes an issue. being a bodybuilder, i know the sacrifice and hardwork that is behind a sexy build and have a deep appreciation for it. Tia, do your thing. if others don't like it, too f'in bad. : )