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Toned shoulders gives the appearance of a smaller waist.  Try these simple exercises to strengthen, tone, and define your shoulders.  Stand with your feet shoulder width apart.  Slightly bend your knees, tuck your pelvis under, and keep your back straight.  Hold 2-3 lb. weights in front of your upper thighs.  With straight arms bring them both up at the same time lifting them no higher than shoulder height (i.e., your arms should be parallel to the ground).  Do 15-20 reps.  With your stance in the same position as the first exercise, start with your arms at your sides.  At the same time lift both arms out to the side no higher than shoulder height.  Do 15-20 reps.  Work up to 2-3 sets of each exercise.

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