(music) guys before we get started i have a secretto share! i am currently wearing my pajama bottoms with of course this cute top becauselogic! hey guys, it's clarissa and today i have avideo that is so incredibly highly requested around this time of year every year! and idid a video like this last year but i figured
easy diet for 3 weeks, i would make an updated version because youguys loved it so much, and i just wanted to help you guys out again! also before i getstarted, i just wanted to say that any body can be a bikini body - i know that a lot ofyou guys might have insecurities about your body but really, the thing is that havinga bikini body is just all about having confidence
and knowing that you are amazing and you aregorgeous no matter what body type you have and you can rock a bikini! also i am currentlyhaving a giveaway where i am giving away an iphone 6s in rose gold which is so awesomeand then i'm also giving away this adorable unicorn phone case and also this adorablepair of headphones right here and also a unicorn floaty and a swan floaty for one extra winnerwho is following me on instagram! so all you have to do to enter these giveaways is makesure that you're subscribed to me here on youtube and then also follow me on instagramand twitter and then comment down below what your favorite thing is about summer! i'm goingto be sharing with you guys a bunch of motivational inspirational and fitness tips to help youguys get the best most toned body you can
for summer or the spring, or whenever youmight be watching this video these tips will definitely help you guys out! i hope you arehaving a wonderful week, and yeah, let's get started! so something that always really helps getme motivated to workout is having some cute workout gear. obviously this isn't a necessity,but it's a fun way to help motivate yourself to have a healthier lifestyle! also, someworkout essentials that i always like to keep with me are hair-ties, energy bars, lip balm,water, headphones, and makeup wipes. i've found that keeping a workout planner can reallyhelp stay motivated and inspired, so i would definetly recommend trying this out as well!if you prefer using your phone to organize
everything, there are also a ton of apps tohelp schedule and track workouts, and it's also an awesome idea to follow some inspiringinstagram accounts to get motivated! swimming is a perfect workout for summer,and you can try out different strokes to tone different areas of your body! 30 minutes ofswimming burns around 300 calories, and you'll be getting a tan at the same time which willactually help make your muscles appear more toned! swimming is both cardio and strengthtraining, and since water is much denser than air, your muscles are under constant resistancewhich makes for a really great workout! it's also great for your lungs, and according toindiana university, regular swimmers are biologically 20 years younger than their driver's licensessay they are, so in otherwords, if you want
your body to be healthier and younger, swimmingis for you! running is one of my favorite workouts, andit's actually proven to be one of the best forms of exercise for losing or maintaininga consistent weight! try running in a cool location to get motivated, and you can alsoadd in squats and other exercises mid way through your run to help build muscle! ifyou're ever having a bad day, or if you struggle with stress or depression, running is an awesomeway to start feeling better. when you run, your brain releases hormones that naturallyimprove your mood, so although icecream and netflix might be calling your name, once youstart running, you'll feel way less stressed out and more confident as well!
if you're looking for fast and easy cardioexercises, jumping rope, hula hooping, and using a skip-it are three super easy and funways to get in cardio while having fun! i don't know about you guys, but i used to dothese things all the time when i was little and just having fun outside, so it's awesometo add in some fun exercises to your daily workout! biking is another awesome way to get outside,get active, and have fun! try going for a bike ride with your friends, and you'll burnaround 300 calories every 30 minutes! if you try riding your bike instead of driving whenyou have to travel short distances, you can fit some cardio into your busy schedule, whilealso being kind to the environment!
yoga is an awesome way to center your bodyand meditate while building long lean muscles at the same time. usually yoga studios offera trial class for free, so why not try it out and see if you like it! yoga improvesflexibility, balance, and mental well-being, and it's also an awesome way to meet coolpeople! as part of my workout routine, i always incorporatesome planks, lunges, squats, and stretches, so these are a few of my favorite exercises!mountain climbers, kicks, and planks are great to tone your abs, and back lifts, back kicks,bridges, and squats are awesome to tone your legs and butt! part of revamping your lifestyle is maintaininga healthy diet, so try cooking your meals
at home whenever you can! when you cook athome, you always know exactly what goes into your food, and it's easy to cut down on thingslike sodium, preservatives, and unhealthy fats. i'm going to be posting a video witha bunch of healthy easy recipe ideas very soon, so make sure you're subscribed to mychannel so you don't miss out! also, if you like drinking soda everyday, try replacingit with sparkling water, flavored water, or another healthier option. the sugar and chemicalsin soda won't help you achieve the body you want, and it's amazing how much more energyyou'll have when you fuel your body with healthier drinks! a super quick diy snack is these totally instagramworthy fruit rolls. all you need is rice paper
rolls, water, fruit, and any sauce you wantto go with them! just cut up the fruit, then soak the paper rolls in water for 10 secondseach until they're bendable and sticky. fill the rolls with fruit, wrap them up, and that'sit! this is a delilcious snack, and you can also replace the fruit with veggies and whateverother savory filling you want to make a super easy meal! when it comes to feeling confident and fabulousin your bikini, it's really important to make sure you have a bathing suit that flattersyour figure! if you've got a pear shaped body, try going for an eye catching top, and ifyou're a fabulous busty girl, try going for something with a higher back and avoid ruffles.if you've got a smaller bust, a triangle,
halter, or ruffled top would be perfect foryou, and if you've got an awesome curvy body, you could try out a retro suit which i absolutelylove! the most important thing is to rock your body with confidence, and keep workingtowards your goals! so that's it, i hope you guys enjoyed thisvideo, and make sure to subscribe to my channel right over here or you can click down belowif you're on a mobile device! always remember that you're beautiful and unique in your ownway! and that's it so i will talk to you guys next time. bye!
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