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Q: What are some of the best workouts?

A: Some of the best workouts that can help you lose weight fast include step aerobics, hill sprints, cycling, strength training, boxing, swimming, rowing, racquetball, dancing, and martial arts.

Q: Will exercise help me reduce stress or cure my insomnia?

A: Virtually any form of exercise, from aerobics to yoga, can act as a stress reliever. Exercise pumps up your endorphins, which are your brain's feel-good neurotransmitters. Regular exercise can increase self-confidence and lower the symptoms associated with mild depression and anxiety. Exercise also can improve your sleep, which is often disrupted by stress, depression and anxiety.

Q: How can I get a flat stomach for summer?

A: If you want to burn one pound per week then find out how many calories you burn daily then subtract 500, which is a realistic goal. When it comes to getting a flat stomach its not the quantity of food you eat but the quality. Always try to pick whole grains instead of refined grains like white bread, corn flakes and spaghetti. Eating more protein also helps burn fat. The type of protein is lean like beans, tofu, grilled meat, and seafood not fried foods and cheeses.