Fitness Tip: Unless you’re training for a marathon, skip long-distance running – sprinting builds more muscle. Add some 10 to 60 second sprints to your run.

Fitness Tip: Go kayaking to get a taut stomach – it’s ideal because much of your rowing power comes from your core.

Fitness Tip: Squat-thrust push-ups get you in shape, working your upper body, core and lower body, and improve agility, strength and endurance all at once.

Fitness Tip: Don’t avoid carbs. Your body needs them to fuel a workout, so reach for fruit or high-fibre crackers an hour beforehand and include some protein.

Fitness Tip: Add box jumps to your workout to improve your cardiovascular stamina and leg strength – you’ll really sculpt your hamstrings, quads and glutes.

Fitness Tip: One of the best cardio workouts is skipping. Try to get the rope under your feet twice before landing. You’ll burn about 26 calories per minute!

Fitness Tip: Use a report card with these subjects: Cardio, Muscle Conditioning, Flexibility and Attitude. Set goals and check your progress every three months.

Fitness Tip: Don’t compare yourself to others, as this only puts you in a negative mindset. Compete against yourself instead.