The 15 Minute WORKOUT

ESSENCE.com Log on for more cardio tips, slimming tricks and workout advice! THE WARM-UP Spend five minutes jogging (either on the spot, around the room or around the block) or power walking. Extend your left leg behind you, descending into a lunge as you bring your palms up toward your shoulders in a curt Then press oft your left toot and return to start position. Lateral Side Shuffles Stand with feet shoulder width apart and alternate shuffling to your right and to the left side three times each continuously. Lunges and Lifts A. Place feet shoulder width apart and hold a weight in each hand with your arms at 90-degree angles at your sides.