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If you're starting to pull out your cool-weather clothes or heading to the mall to pick up few fall fashion pieces, chances are you're going to be debating denim. Before you slip on a pair of jeans, however, you might want to get your behind in just the right shape for filling them out. That's Fit.ca lists 10 exercises for a firmer, rounder, jean-worthy butt.

Squats are named as the go-to exercise for the buns, lunges are tops, and step-ups will score you glutes of steel. Don't forget hip extensions and one-legged dead lifts -- and be sure to incorporate glute extensions and exercises with a stability ball into your routine. Aim for two to three sets of 12 to 15 reps every other day for each of these. Then fold in some fencing, kickboxing, running, walking or hiking, and there's no way your bum won't benefit.

Even if you don't have the butt you've always dreamed of, StyleList says there are jeans to flatter every figure.

That's Fit Club is our feature devoted to you, the reader. We have all learned so much on our paths to becoming more fit, and now it's time to learn from and inspire each other. That's Fit Club members are constantly working to better themselves. Some are perfect; some are not. But all have health on the mind.

Besides showing you off, we want to reward you for all of your hard work! Adidas is giving gorgeous gym bags to each featured member. To join, please send Fitz your answers to these questions, with a photo of yourself. Time for you to be the motivator!

Name: Amy Comesanas

Age: 33

Occupation: Registered Nurse

How often do you exercise? At least three times a week.

What type of exercise do you do? Running, elliptical, swimming, abdominal and upper body workouts. I also occasionally like to take classes like Body Flow, Abs and Glutes and Power Circuit.

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There were tons of great entries in our Fit Beauty Joe's Jeans Giveaway -- I loved hearing all about your favorite jeans, and I wish I could give you all a pair of fabulous designer jeans. Really, I do. But I can't (hey, I'm a blogger -- we don't make that kind of money!), although I can give them to five of you.

And, to the rest of you, I can offer a discount! Until February 23, if you purchase one pair of Joe's Jeans at regular price, you can get 50 percent off a second pair by using this code: JoesLovesBeauty. While you could be nice and give the second pair away, I say buy one pair in your current size and the second in your goal size -- what more motivation do you need?

Anyway, our five randomly selected winners had all kinds of favorites when it came to denim:

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I don't know anyone who doesn't consider jeans an absolute must. For some, comfort is most important, and others are more interested in style. Still other people are concerned about the brand. And the latest Fit Beauty giveaway has you covered on all accounts.

We're giving away five pairs of Joe's Jeans, and, over at our super-stylish sister site, StyleList blog, they're doing the same. You can enter once on both sites, giving you 10 chances to win your choice of style!

There's just one catch -- you only have until 5:00 ET today to enter! If you haven't done so yet, head over to the original post to leave a comment and get yourself entered in the contest, and be sure to do the same at StyleList blog. And hurry!

Earlier this week, Ashlee Simpson wanted everyone to quit talking about sister Jessica's weight.

She got her wish.

Instead of trying to decide whether Jessica's put on too much weight or just needs a new stylist, everyone has turned their attention to her disastrous attempt at a weight-loss video. Jessica recorded the Speedfit DVD in 2005, but instead of straight-to-DVD ... it went straight into the garbage can.

According to sources, both Jessica and her daddy were pretty hard to work with and are now refusing to come back and re-shoot footage. That's probably why Speedfit owner Alex Astilean is suing them for $10 million. One unnamed source goes so far to say that this fitness DVD would sell better than her videos, but not because they'll help anyone get fit ... but because they'll make Jessica look worse than a pair of high-waisted jeans.

So who will win? That remains to be seen, but according to the bonus audio in this video, Papa Joe plays hardball.

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A while back, I had a chance to try out Joe's Jeans -- a brand that would otherwise probably be a little out of my price range. That being said, I do think that, if you're building a solid wardrobe, good jeans are one of those things you shouldn't be afraid to spend money on -- you'll wear them a ton, and if you ask me, it's all about cost-per-wear. And, if you're working hard to get your body looking good, it's important that you have some nice, go-to clothes that make you feel hot!

If you're going to spend a little money on jeans, Joe's Jeans is a brand you definitely need to check out. The denim is so very soft and comfortable, and in my experience they're really flattering. And, they offer lots of different styles (you can view them by fit or scroll through to see all the different styles and washes), so whether you're rail-thin and looking for skinny jeans, or a little curvier and looking for something that will balance out your bootie, they've got you covered. Oh, and guys? They've got plenty for you as well, so don't shy away. They even have cool kids' stuff!

And with this week's Fit Beauty Giveaway, you just might have a chance to have a pair of your own. In fact, you have a pretty good shot -- we'll be selecting five winners, each of whom will have his or her choice of Joe's Jeans styles! And there's more -- our stylish sister site, StyleList blog, is also giving away five pairs. So, you have 10 chances to win.

Entering is simple, and with all these chances to win, what are you waiting for?

• To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us about your favorite pants (because, if you win, these jeans will become your new favorite).
  
• The comment must be left before 5pm ET on Monday, February 2, 2009.
  
• You may enter only once at That's Fit and once at StyleList blog.
• Five winners will be selected in a random drawing.
  
• Five winners will receive one pair of Joe's Jeans of his or her choice (valued at up to approximately $178).
• Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.

Click here for complete Official Rules.

Winners are notified by email, so make sure to check next week to find out if you're a winner!

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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You don't have to be a size 2 to look hot. Regardless of body shape, jeans and tees that fit snuggly -- just not tightly -- can flatter anyone, says Makeover Momma, who cautions that these items should be in perfect condition for just the right fashion statement -- ratty or sloppy is just not in vogue, says this wise Momma.

Want to rock the jean and tee style, like Calista Flockhart to the right? Momma says do these two things: Find jeans that fit your body flawlessly -- they should hit mid-stomach, not too snug over the hips and thighs, with the right amount of stretch or flare -- and no matter your size, track down a crisp, higher-end tee that hits at the hip. You don't want it skin tight, though, and not too short either. Forgo the logos too. You want a clean, no frills appeal.

Need to dress things up? Ditch the athletic shoes and ball cap and pair with feminine and casual heels and accessories like colorful earrings and a clutch.

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Have fitness questions? Fitz has your answer. 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 two per week to publish on That's Fit! Learn more about Fitz here.

Q. Hey Fitz. Yesterday I did two classes in a row - Cardio sculpt and Extreme training, which are both really tough. Two days before that I ran three miles to the gym, did a class and ran three miles home. For the first time in a long time I did not enjoy the exercise one bit. I have been exercising regularly for a long time now - usually I love it. I have been practicing good nutrition habits with the occasional sweet tooth fix, drinking lots of water and STILL the number on the scale is staying the same. I feel like I am on the verge of burning out. I can't seem to lose the flab around my tummy - particularly under my belly button and backs of my thighs, no matter what I do. Plus, short of starving myself and getting very cranky, I don't know how to actually lose the weight. Funny how a number on a machine, the scale, can be so vital to my state of mind. It's ridiculous, really. PLEASE - do you have any advice? Cindy

A. Whoa there Cindy! You need a break! Sounds odd for me to say this, but put your sneakers away and sit the heck down! Fitness is not supposed to make us insane, fitness is supposed to help us maintain our sanity. You are burnt out to the max, and need to just let it go for a while. I'm not suggesting forever, but take at least a week off. I know what you're going through. You already have an elite fitness level, but particular parts of your body are just not responding the way you want them to. You have incredibly high standards for your body. That often leads to frustration. Especially when you're 'starving' and running a million miles a week!

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An easy way to lose weight is to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet. Produce is famous for jamming massive amounts of vitamins, nutrients and fiber into very few calories. With most produce, you can consume lots of food for a very low caloric price. More bang for your buck that is!

I ask my personal training clients to try to include at least five meals per week consisting of pure produce. No meat. No grains. Most folks eat at least 21 meals per week, so this five meal plan doesn't deter anyone from getting enough protein. What it does do though, is get them to try new fruits and learn new ways to turn veggies into a meal.

Another benefit to this effort is that by keeping a few meals to just produce, you will more than likely be cutting quite a bit of calories out of the day. Over time, the more you rely on fruits and vegetables for snacks and meals, the more likely you'll be to achieve and maintain your ideal weight.

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Even with the best of intentions, as well as an admirable amount of effort, the weight sometimes doesn't come off!! Try as you might to get the needle on that scale to budge even the slightest bit, sometimes it's just not having it. This is especially true for people who have already lost quite a bit of weight and are now trying to take off those last ten pounds or so.

To help you shed those stubborn extra pounds, here is a quick tip from an article titled "Scale Stuck?", which appears in this month's edition of Self magazine. I'll be posting one of them a day for the next 10 days.

Hopefully these tips will help you figure out what's causing those pounds to stick around.

Quick Tip #7

Diet Flub: Your wear your comfy clothes - What's wrong with wearing large, baggy clothing? Nothing if you're lounging around the house. Or doing anything else, for that matter. They're your clothes, you can wear whatever you want. BUT, if you're avoiding wearing clothes that fit snugly, you could be missing out on some very obvious clues. Like, oh I don't know, the pants that fit perfectly three months ago are now clinging to you like spandex, or how that favorite polo of yours now looks like a belly shirt. These are obvious signs that you've put on some pounds.

Fix It: Try putting on your jeans once a week. This will help you keep tabs on any sneaky bulge that may be forming around your midsection. The author of the article in Self magazine stridently suggests giving away your larger clothes once you no longer fit in them, helping to ensure that you will not gain the weight back again. You can also avoid wearing clothes that mask what you consider to be your flaws. Granted, nobody wants to flaunt what they may feel somewhat ashamed of, but this can also be used as a motivator to keep you on track. Case in point, I remember reading an article (not in Self, but in a different publication) about a man who felt as though his calf muscles were too small. For years, he would avoid wearing shorts to the gym, even when temperatures reached close to 90 degrees. He hid what he was ashamed of, until one day he decided that he was no longer going to conceal what he considered to be his problem area. From that point forward, he always wore shorts to the gym, knowing full well that people may notice his disproportionately small calves. Instead of allowing his insecurity to hold him back, he instead used it to fuel his workouts. Years later, he finally built his calves up to a point where he was actually proud of the way they looked, so much so that he considered them to be one of the best built parts of his body.

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Have fitness questions? Fitz has your answer. 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 two per week to publish on That's Fit! Learn more about Fitz here.

Q. Dear Fitz, I want to take one of the BOSU classes at my gym, but I've never done it before and I'll feel like a total dork if I bust my butt on one of those things. Plus I'm a guy. Mostly girls take those classes. Should I bother? Eric.

A. Ahhh! Eric, you are too cute. First of all. The BOSU is a balance tool and is designed to make people wobbly. Until that is, they earn the strength and control to not only stand on top of it, but do some tricks too. Second. You can stand in the back of the classroom if you don't want to be a spectacle. Third. Most people in a BOSU class are too concerned with their own balance to have the time and ability to look at what anyone else is doing.

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I just finished reading a feature on Kelly Ripa in Fitness magazine. The focus of the article is on Kelly's new fit body and her favorite workouts. But of course, when it comes to Ripa, we can always expect the unexpected.

Kelly says she wears jeans that are very tight in the butt, because they give her some extra lift. She wants her jeans to smoosh her cheeks together and raise em up. I've never actually thought about jeans that way, but the idea has the capacity to make sense.

Just be careful when you're trying on denim that the jeans squish you up, and don't smoosh you down. Flat fannies are not so hot!

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Jeans: one of the most popular clothing items (if not the most popular) in our society today. So it only makes sense to tailor a workout to help you look your absolute best in them. And of course, what helps you look your best in your jeans will help you look your best in everything else too. Nice how that works!

This workout includes toning moves and stretches, along with some recommended cardio to burn off that jiggle. Plus my favorite things to do, which I need to get back into, are lunges. For me they're a really fast and effective way to tighten up that whole area. Other ideas?

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Imagine this. You're working at a job that's pretty tough but you're working for a cause that you believe in. You have a boss that's pretty tough on you, and you figure that if you work harder, your boss is sure to notice and let you know that she is impressed. But no matter how hard you work, she never offers you any sort of bonus, or even a word of praise. In fact, she berates you more for not working even harder. Eventually, the lack of recognition gets to you and you have to quit for your own sanity.

Now apply this scenario to dieting. Both the employee and the boss are you. When you work hard at anything, you need some kind of reward to keep going. You need motivation, something to make it all worthwhile. Otherwise you're doomed.

When you're trying to lose weight, it's probably best if you don't reward yourself with a giant slice of double chocolate caramel cake. But how about something calorie-free? Like a manicure? Or a massage? Or a great pair of shoes? Or if you've done really well, an expensive pair of designer jeans that make your new butt look great? You deserve it, you know.

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