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Evangeline Lilly's 'Lost' Workout

This no-gym, no-prop workout targets your arms so you can rock every sleeveless item in your closet!

If you're a Lost fan, you know all about Kate's killer arms. Actress Evangeline Lilly, who plays the fierce yet enigmatic bad ass on the hit television show, has the perfectly toned triceps and shoulders most of us crave.

You don't need to master the firearm skills of a fugitive to look as hot in a tank top as Evangeline does. Simply arm yourself with the moves shown here three times a week, and prepare to rock every sleeveless item in your closet.

How the Workout Works

Jessica Matthews, a certified personal trainer, developed a sequence of body-weight exercises that focus on the arms and shoulders but also include core and leg moves for strength and support. But here's the best part: You don't need any props – or even a gym.

"Body-weight exercises allow for limitless possibilities. They use a variety of muscle groups and train the body to become more balanced and stable at the joints," Mathews says. And as island survivalist Kate proves regularly, balance and stability come in handy when you're running for your life through the jungle.

Head outdoors with this workout – it can be done anywhere there's a patch of grass and some shade. Bring along a yoga mat for extra comfort and to keep your clothes from getting dirty.

To see the best results, complete one circuit of all the exercises shown at right two to three times per week for six to eight weeks.

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Downward Facing Dog

From a push-up position with your arms and legs fully extended (wrists directly under shoulders) contract your core and abdominal muscles (A). Slowly exhale and shift your weight backward by pushing your hips up and back. Continue moving until your body forms an inverted V, allowing your head to hang loosely between your shoulders (B). Keep your arms and legs extended, and be sure to maintain a neutral (flat) spine. Hold for 1 to 2 minutes.

Make it harder

From downward-facing dog, move forward into a plank position and pull your right knee toward your chest, engaging your core as you bring your knee in. Press back to downward-facing dog as you place your right foot back on the ground. Repeat with the left side. Eight to 12 reps per side.

Last updated: December 7, 2009 - 11:25

Now YOU can get the same kind of muscles that helps Kate climb trees, punch out U.S. Marshals, tackle Sawyer, and dislocate Juliet's shoulders!

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