Curves on a woman don't have to be bad. If they develop as the result of working out, they can help her achieve a positive self-image. She can wear her clothes with confidence, knowing she looks attractive in whatever she decides to wear, whether it's weekend casual or business professional. She doesn't even need a personal trainer as long as she develops a consistent workout schedule and performs each exercise safely.
Standing Oblique Flexion
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and your knees slightly bent. Hold one medium dumbbell in each hand with your hands down at your sides and your elbows bent slightly. Hold your palms facing your thighs and tighten your abdominal muscles.
Step 2
Bend your torso toward your right and slide your right hand dumbbell down the side of your right leg as far as you can go while keeping your hips facing toward your front.
Step 3
Hold this position for two seconds, and then slowly return to your upright position. Repeat five times, then switch sides. This exercise will tone your abdominal muscles and obliques--the muscles on your sides--helping you become curvier.
Bench Step-Up
Step 1
Pick up a light or medium dumbbell and stand next to the workout bench's long side.
Step 2
Step up with your right foot on the middle of the bench. Lift your left leg out to your side at approximately 45 degrees as you shift your weight onto your right foot and hold for three seconds. Don't raise your leg too quickly or you'll fall off the bench.
Step 3
Step back down onto your left foot and tap your right foot on the ground. Immediately step back up onto the bench with your right foot. Repeat this exercise five times on your right leg, then switch to your left leg. This exercise works your thighs, hips, shoulders and glutes--your rear--giving you more curves in these areas.
Woodchopper
Step 1
Hold a medicine ball over your head and bring it down in a quick, controlled motion in front of you. Bend your knees as you lower the ball so it ends up between your feet. A medicine ball is a large and heavy stuffed ball that is used in conditioning workouts.
Step 2
Push yourself up from the crouched position, gradually straightening your knees. Keep your back straight and bend your arms just slightly as you bring the ball back up over your head.
Step 3
Repeat this exercise 10 times. It helps you lengthen and tone your abdominal muscles.
Around the World
Step 1
Place your feet hip-width apart and raise the medicine ball over your head.
Step 2
Lower the ball to your left as you bend your knees.
Step 3
Follow the movement of the ball with your body as you move it down to your feet. Continue moving the ball in a circle, bringing it up to your right side. Straighten your legs as you bring the ball up and to your right. End this repetition with the ball positioned back over your head.
Step 4
Repeat this exercise five times starting toward your left side and five times starting toward your right side. This exercise helps you tighten your waist, which enhances the look of your curves.
Tips and Warnings
- Do these exercises three times per week and alternate with cardio workouts. You should start to see results in about six weeks if you do these exercises consistently, according to Fitness.com.
- If an exercise hurts, stop doing it. Start slowly and progress as your body becomes accustomed to each exercise.
Things You'll Need
- Light, medium and heavy dumbbells
- Medicine ball
- Workout bench
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