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On the lookout for a new exercise routine? Did you know that doing exercises that target your glutes for just five to 10 minutes can help you burn up to 50 to 100 calories? Check out these four moves from AOL Health, designed to target and tone your butt. But first, read these tips to help you enhance any exercise to give your backside more of a workout.

A stadium is a great place to sit on your bum to watch a game and get off your bum and train it. Whether you live near a small or large stadium, I recommend utilizing it as a unique component of your training regimen to intensely target your lower body muscles and respiratory systems. There are so many activities you can do with the varying heights of steps, and the benefits are unreal.

For more innovative training videos, visit SportsHealthExercise.org.

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The secret to thin legs. How to plump up the appearance of a flat fanny. How to stay trim. What exercise does and doesn't count. Carol Burnett shared superb advice on all these topics.

I just saw the legendary funny woman last night and was fortunate enough to ask her a couple of questions. At 73 years young, she really does have a body most women would dream of at that age (including me). In fact, she's always had an amazing physique; just check out her old pics from The Carol Burnett Show!

Burnett is starring in Laughter and Reflection with Carol Burnett: A Conversation with Carol Where the Audience Asks the Questions and besides answering my questions, she answered some from the audience as well.

On the topic of how she keeps her legs so thin: "I shave off loads of excess hair each day."

-The ape woman population will benefit greatly from doing this.

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The treadmill is a great tool for walking and jogging, but have you ever tried to use it for anything else? (Besides drying clothes on it.) You might be surprised to learn about all of the things you can do on a treadmill to get a tremendous upper body and abdominal workout. Check out this video of my wicked workout partner Anthony Field of The Wiggles and me as we take your training to the next level.

This type of innovative training is so fun and effective, it may just get you past working out because you "have to" and take you to working out because you "want to." Those are two completely different things. For more cool videos, recipes and other fun fit tips ...

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Do you have an extra 20 minutes? I know, I know ... this is a crazy, busy time of year. But if you really look at your schedule, I'm sure you can find 20 spare minutes a couple days each week. Put that time to good use and try this great butt-sculpting workout.

You'll need a stability ball and three to five-pound dumbbells for some of the moves. Each exercise is designed to whip your glutes into perfect shape, but the moves have added bonuses of working other muscle groups such as shoulders and core muscles.

AOL Health has more butt-firming exercises to try. And this gallery features cardio butt tips.

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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. Hi Fitz, I'm a woman in my early 40s and have really let myself go over the past decade. I used to have a nice figure, but now I'm stuck with a 'lumpy bumpy butt' that is far too big. The rest of my body needs work too. I joined Weight Watchers two weeks ago, cause I saw that you wrote it was a great program. I'm down three pounds already. So, what do you advise I do to improve my backside. It's awful! Marlene

A. Hello Miss Marlene. I'm glad you sent me your question, and I'm confident I can help. There are a lot of things you can do to tighten up that tush. You've already taken the first step with Weight Watchers -- losing weight will be most important for getting rid of bulging pockets of fat.

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Everybody has a problem area (or two, or three). A common complaint for women is the butt. I know I remember those high school days when everything that was supposed to be lifted was lifted and everything that was supposed to be firm was firm. Sigh. Nowadays, having a backside that kicks butt takes a little more effort.

If you're trying to get your rear into shape, AOL Health has a series of butt-firming exercises that is sure to do the trick. Whether you're proud of your backside or you're in the process of shaping it up, be sure to flatter your figure with the right pair of jeans. Kristen gave us the tip about Redbook's great article with jeans that flatter every body type.

• Flat butt. Wish you had a little more oomph in your rear? Redbook suggests finding jeans with some lycra or spandex and wide-set back pockets. Your best exercises are lunges, squats, and other moves that will build up your glutes.
• Bubble butt. Look for jeans with a high or contoured waist so they won't gap at your waistline. As for exercise, it all depends on your goals. The bubble butt look can be pretty smokin' -- but if you want a little less junk in the trunk, check out this video from Prevention.

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It's that time of year ... Monday night football, parties for cheering on your favorite teams, tailgating, and Friday night football games at the local high school. Instead of letting football inspire you to eat more nachos and drink more beer, let it inspire you to get a tight end.

Katrina and Sarah from Diet.com share some football-inspired exercise tips to help you get your own tight end just in time for Halloween. After all, you want to look good in your Halloween costume, don't you?

The exercises can all be done in the convenience of your own living room. So clear some space and get moving. (The cute football costumes and black smudges under the eyes are optional.) Want some more tight end tips? Check out AOL Health.

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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

See more training videos at SportsHealthExercise.org on the Active Health Network!

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Want to make your gluteus a little less maximus? Four simple exercises are the key to toning and firming your backside.

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Let's set the stage ... you've been training for quite some time, you managed to shed a good amount of fat and have even put on some lean muscle, and you're seeing glimpses of what may actually be the start of a six-pack. But, for whatever reason, your butt is still looking more George Lopez than Jennifer Lopez. What do you do?

While it is almost impossible to spot reduce fat from your body, it is very possible to target specific muscle groups. And though I usually suggest treating the body as a whole rather than a collection of individual parts, the fact remains that sometimes certain muscle groups lag behind a bit. With specific regard to your butt -- also known as your glutes -- there are certain exercises you can perform to help shape your booty. Here are just a few of them:

Stiff-Legged Deadlifts. Maintain only a slight bend in your knees and keep your back straight. Slowly lower the weight (barbell or dumbbells) in front of you. Once at the bottom, slowly return to the upright position, squeezing your glutes as you do.

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Today my son and I visited the driving range and there was a woman about my age wearing some pretty short shorts. I'm in my mid-30s, so I don't deem those very age appropriate anymore. But, on second glance, the woman looked darn good in those shorts. So, I quickly erased my judgment and decided that if she's got it, she might as well flaunt it.

Fitness Magazine has some tips from personal trainer, Jackie Warner -- star of Bravo's Work Out -- on how you can get your body in perfect shape for shorts. The beginner moves include the plie squat, the donkey kick, and the curtsy lunge. The combination of these three moves will work all the muscle groups that will keep you looking sexy in shorts -- the abs, glutes, hamstrings, and quads. The workout also includes intermediate and advanced twists on the beginner moves.

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I always get a kick out of watching people at the gym, especially in the free weight and stretching areas. Everyone has their own way of doing crunches, or lunges, or squats, probably because they're trying to target their trouble spot.

However, the cardio machine you choose can have a lot to do with the area you target. Women's Health magazine listed the best cardio machines for your bum, and you can check them out in our gallery. After all, if you're putting in the time at the gym, you want to make sure you're getting the most out of it you can, right?

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