While some stars are airbrushed on the covers of magazines, other celebrities work hard for their sculpted bodies. CafeMom shares a few secrets of celebrity trainers so that you, too, can rock a hot red-carpet bod.

Check out the featured CafeMom video (via Self.com) to zero in on your abs, arms, thighs and butts in the privacy of your own home -- and with no high-tech special equipment. Hand weights and/or resistance tubing is all you should need. Add to your regular workout routine 10 reps of each exercise, and do two sets. Who knows, you might end up resembling the likes of Jennifer Garner, Jessica Biel and Jennifer Lopez.

And then there's Michelle Obama -- now, she could teach you a thing or two about getting fit.

First Lady Michelle Obama has killer arms, is in the best shape of her life and loves living a healthy lifestyle. She is certainly leading by example as she encourages America's children to get fit, too. The First Lady recently held a Healthy Kids Fair on the South Lawn of the White House, where she gave some healthy advice to some very lucky kids. And she drew from her own experiences, not only as a mom, but as a child to her own mother. "When I was growing up, fast food was a treat," she said. "We had pizza ... once every semester when we got good grades." In very motherly fashion, she then told the kids to eat their veggies: "We don't want to hear the whining. We want you to eat it. Just eat it, right?"

Mrs. Obama isn't just taking on unhealthy eating habits though. She issued a challenge to kids to be more active every day. "Turn off the TV on your own. Get up and throw a ball. Run around the house. Don't break anything, but move," she says. It's pretty obvious advice, but advice that needs saying these days nonetheless. And, of course, she practiced what she preached by having a go with a hula hoop and jumping rope.

She's taken on a tough cause -- changing the diet and exercise habits that are the foundation of our country's obesity epidemic -- but the First Lady seems up for the job. What do you think? Can Mrs. Obama inspire America to change its unhealthy ways?

Click on the gallery below to learn about Michelle Obama's workout routine.

Michelle Obama might be known for her incredibly toned arms, but she isn't the only lady rocking gorgeous guns. Check out who has the best arms in Hollywood.

We at That's Fit and AOL Health know you've got a lot going on in your lives besides staying in great shape, and we realize that more than just diet and exercise goes into feeling your best every day. That's why we're sharing some of the exciting reporting going on at AOL Health.

The first lady isn't the only leading woman with lean arms. Check out this photo gallery of our favorite famous guns -- and learn how to get the look.

Just what does it take to attain timeless beauty? From Marilyn to Twiggy, AOL Health reveals the diet and exercise routines that helped them achieve their famous shapes.

If your aches and pains make you feel decades older than your peers, you may not be exaggerating. Recent research reveals that a 50-year-old living with chronic pain may have a body that looks similar to a pain-free 75-year-old. AOL Health offers exercises and nutrition advice to help treat your problem.

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Madonna's incredibly toned biceps have been a topic of debate for years. She follows a strict diet and a grueling workout schedule, and as a result, has very low body fat and plenty of muscle. Her dedication to fitness has always been impressive.

However, a photo taken of Madge earlier this week leaving London showed her arms looking, well, a little scary -- they were uber-ripped and veiny, and her skin looked like it was suctioned to the bones. As you can see in the picture, they looked totally unreal.

Some speculate that the singer exercises too much and eats too little. Others speculate that the photographer had a bit of Photoshop fun with the image before releasing it. After all, just the week before, she looked buff, but far from frightening.

Get into your skinny jeans by lowering your stress levels. Laura will show you how.

Dominos tried to deceive us, but Kristen got to the bottom of their Pasta Breadbowls in the end. There's a moral here: Eating out is tricky, and you can't believe everything you read on a food label.

Hugh Jackman was fit to begin with, but for his latest turn as Wolverine, he describes himself as "ridiculously fit." What do you think about Jackman's look?

Get a Michelle Obama-worthy set of guns, just in time for sleeveless season. Fitz will show you how.

Most of you aren't using Twitter as a diet aid just yet. It can be a valuable tool, but as Maggie warns, watch out for scams.

Marie Osmond and Valerie Bertinelli face off on whose diet is better. Come on, ladies. You both are looking and feeling great -- do we need to go there?

Hydroxycut has been pulled from the shelves, and Jonny's glad. There's no magic pill for fitness.

Americans may have a sedentary lifestyle, but obesity can be blamed more on diet than exercise.

Cheerios are not a drug, says the FDA, so they can't advertise cholesterol-lowering claims anymore. Does this mean they're going to start cracking down on other food manufacturer's claims?

Welcome to the Good, the Fat and the Hungry. I'm Karla and I have been -- or am -- all those things. Here, I will share with you my lifelong struggle with my weight, and I hope you'll follow along on with my determined attempt to lose nearly 40 pounds. I promise to tell you every win and setback along the way every Tuesday and Friday.

Do you have the right to bare arms if yours are the size OF a bear's? Well, my arms were bear sized but by the time you read this Friday night, they will no longer be. Operation brachioplasty (arm lift) is underway. After losing 200+ pounds, my arms have been a constant source of misery. The excess skin on my arms that hung down several inches has gone bye-bye!

Ever been to New York city in the summertime? Let me tell you that heat in the concrete jungle is HOT. I have suffered through two summers in the heat with long sleeves. The unsightly excess skin on my arms has imposed great limitations. In addition to year-round long sleeves, I've fought with rashes and a host of other skin-related issues. That's not to mention the fabulous clothes I can't wear.

Oh, will the stupidity never end? First it was the butt bra, now there is tape designed to reduce that annoying under-arm jiggle.

Supposedly, you just adhere the tape to the unwanted wiggly, jiggly skin, pull tight and adhere the other end of the tape to the top of your arm. It's like a big band-aid for arm fat. Slim Tape allegedly works for thighs as well. Can you imagine trying to explain the reason for that big piece of tape on your arm or thigh? You can forget about tank tops or shorts.

If you really want to reduce under-arm jiggle, you need to eat right and do plenty of cardio to help shed extra pounds. You also need to work out those arms to get them toned and in shape. It may not be as quick of a fix as that silly tape, but you'll be a heck of a lot more proud of the results. Just ask Kelly Ripa -- check out the girl's arms in the gallery below.

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Are you looking to improve your body? Silly question, isn't it? I think almost all of us have an area or two (or three or four) that we'd like to improve. While you can't lose weight in certain spots, you can target and tone your problem areas. Here are eight tips:

• Want to lose that muffin top? Try sprints, interval training or other intense cardio exercises. Also, when doing crunches, aim for constant tension in your abs. Pilates is also great exercise for your core.
• Trying to lose weight all over? Be sure to mix up your exercise routine. Try doing something different twice a week. Adding fast bursts of fitness to your routine can help, too. And don't forget strength training!
  
• Looking for a better bottom? Plyometrics are great for your glutes. Hip extensions and step-ups are also good choices.
• Want to shed back fat? The seated row and wide-grip lat pull are effective for this area. But don't forget the cardio. Also, it's a good idea to work the opposing muscle group so work your pecs as well.

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Have fitness questions? Fitz has your answers. Our ThatsFit.com fitness expert -- and now your own virtual personal trainer -- will help you get fit, increase your overall health and do it in a fun way. Drop your questions here in the Comments section below and we'll choose one per week to publish on That's Fit! Learn more about Fitz here.

Q. Fitz, My entire upper arms wobble when I wave hello or goodbye. I'm only 26 years old, but I feel like my arms look like they belong to an elderly woman. I run so I'm thin, but my arms are too flabby. Help! Jada

A. Hello running woman! Thanks for throwing me the soft ball. In fact, maybe that's something you should try. Throwing softballs is a great workout for the triceps. And, if you hadn't predicted what I was going to say, you should be working your triceps! And biceps and forearms, etc.

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Poor triceps ... they must feel so ignored. Biceps get so much attention. They're used more in daily activities, and people certainly pay more attention to them at the gym. But toned triceps can really make your upper arms look hot -- so they're well worth some extra effort.

Women's Health magazine has four moves, each one focused on all three parts of the tricep muscle (the medial, long, and lateral heads). You will need some special equipment (stability ball, free weights, EZ Curl bar, etc.) for these moves -- if you don't have what you need at home, you're sure to find the equipment at your gym.

• Pull over and press
• Stability ball pushup
• Kneeling cable extension
• Elbows-out extension
  
  

AOL Health has more arm exercises that will target your triceps, as well as some moves for your biceps. And check out this post about Ugly Betty's Becki Newton and her toned triceps.

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Bingo Wings (noun): Loose, flabby upper-arm flesh of (usually) fat women in cap-sleeved rayon blouses who attend bingo halls.

Despite the above definition, don't believe that Bingo Wings only affect women with multi-colored dobbers and a frightening collection of good-luck trolls. Many of us women have them, but we avoid sticking our arms straight out to the side and wiggling them around because we're afraid of the subsequent jiggling we might witness.

But there's help -- as our friends over at FitCeleb recently mentioned, many gyms now offer spinning classes designed solely for your arms. Krank Cycle is just like riding a bike, except your arms do all the peddling -- and get all the glory of the results. Krank cycle can help tone your biceps, shoulders, back and triceps all in one go.

For more info, including locations, check out KrankCycle.com.

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Since becoming a mom, October 31st revolves around my son. But I fondly remember all the Halloweens in my college and post-college years -- times when the celebration was decidedly not for children.

If you've got a rip-roaring party to attend this year, it's time to start thinking about your costume. If you look at the Halloween stores, some of the costumes don't offer much more coverage than a swimsuit. So, while you're thinking about your upcoming disguise, start thinking about exercises to help get you in dare-to-wear costume shape. AOL Health has some great exercises for any problem area.

• Abs
• Arms
• Glutes
• Legs
• Shoulders

As summer begins to come to wind down in many areas, you might be wondering how to keep up that sun-kissed glow you had in July. While you could, of course, use a sunless tanner, many people shy away from it for fear they'll end up orange and splotchy. If you land in that group, you should definitely add a powder bronzer to your make-up arsenal.

Bronzer isn't only for giving your face a little color, though -- it can be used on other parts of your body to add definition. But, regardless of where you use it, there are some important "hows" to address:

• Use a light touch. If you're using a loose powder bronzer, be sure to tap most of the powder off your brush before applying. You can always go back through and add more, but it can be tricky to lighten it once it's on without starting over completely.
• Find the right color for you. You don't want to get a bronzer that's several shades darker than your skin -- at best, it'll look unnatural, and at worst, it will make your face look dirty. Aim for a shade that's near your natural color, maybe a shade darker, for the most natural-looking results.
• Spread it out. Even though bronzer can be used for definition, you don't want to swipe it on in streaks. Use a fluffy brush and keep the lines soft -- the idea behind bronzer is that you don't see the bronzer.
• Beware the shimmer. Most bronzers have a hint of shimmer, and most of the time, that's fine -- it'll give your skin a little added glow. However, some of them have more than others, and unless you want to look like you're going to Prom, you might want to avoid the super-sparkly types.

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