Cameron Diaz Fitness Tips

When I first started trying to become fit, I struggled a lot with it. I didn't know where to go or where to learn. One day a few years ago I was walking around barnes and noble with my mom and I stumbled upon Cameron Diaz's BODY BOOK. From then on she became one of my fitness idols. I was always looking her up to see what new tips and things she has come up with and for the people that are just now trying to focus on becoming healthy and fit!! here is a great start!



Start Pumping Iron

One of the biggest misconceptions about getting into shape is that you need to use lighter weights and lots of reps to get a toned-looking body, says Bass. The truth is, you need to be doing muscle-building exercises that use heavy weights with fewer reps. Besides helping you get into great shape, lifting weights can also boost your endorphins, lower your blood sugar, relieve stress, and increase your bone density, says Bass. The trainer suggests hitting the weight room every other day (four days a week). 

Switch Up Your Arm Strengtheners

If you want to get seriously strong arms, Bass says it's important to vary the kinds of arm exercises you do and the weight you use—that's what he does with Cameron. "If you normally do 15 to 20 reps, try adding more weight and do 10," he says. 

Incorporate Efficient Workout Moves
The best way to get the most out of your workout without spending tons of time doing it is to sprinkle in some full-body exercises. Bass says his go-tos are plyometric moves like jump squats and burpees because they keep your heart rate up and utilize bigger muscle groups so you burn more calories. Win-win-win.

Do a Confidence-Boosting Workout

Throwing upper back exercises into your routine—such as a bent-over row with dumbbells or sessions on the rowing machine—are a great confidence builder, says Bass. That's because these moves help pull your shoulders back and can even improve your posture. "It changes the way you present yourself," he says. And get this: Bass says that working out is a self-esteem enhancer in itself because it promotes a mind and body connection. "When you have a connection with your body, your inner glow comes out," he says.

Don't Slack on Cardio


Just because you add a large dose of iron to your workout routine doesn't mean you should call it quits with cardio. Bass says heart-pumping workouts are just as important as strength training. If you're trying to lose weight, he recommends incorporating 20 to 45 minutes of cardiofour or five days a week. If you're just trying to stay healthy, shoot for the same amount two or three times a week. Be sure to spice up your cardioregimen by changing up the machines you use and including sprint intervals to keep yourself from getting bored, he says. 

Get In The Zone

Our lives are full of distractions. Whether it's watching TV while making dinner or talking on the phone while commuting home from work, we're constantly sidetracked, says Bass. So during your workouts, he says to get off your phone and even resist the urge to turn on the TV (even if the Real Housewives of Orange County are calling to you). Instead, focus on being in the moment and giving your workout all you've got. Bass says you should consider this distraction-free time a gift to yourself.

If cameron says do it...I DO IT!!!