How do i lose fat and inches without losing so much weight?

Right now i am 5'4 and i weigh around 120 and i am a size three which i am perfectly happy with since i never wanted to be super thin but i still have a"jelly belly"and very wiggly thighs, and i want flat stomach but very toned abs same goes for my thighs(toned) but latley every time i diet i could lose up to 10 pounds but lose no inches and it really frustrates me..help!

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1. resistance training or weights. As you excersice the fat will get used and be replaced by muscle. Muscle weighs more so don't be surprised if your weight goes up as you tone up.
2. the right exercise
3. Palettes. Will only firm and tighten your body. You can get a video and do at home.. or join a gym for the classes.
4. eat and run
5. You could try toning up with weights, cardio, and aerobics. But everyone reacts to fitness differently depending on how fast their metabolisim is. I would suggest talking to your doctor or getting a referral to a nutrionist who can better determine what foods foods have the most positive/negative effect on your body.
6. You need to lift weights. Strength training develops muscle, more muscle mass leads to an increased metabolism, and on the scale muscle weighs more than fat. So you can look 110, but wiegh 120.
7. I know how you feel. I lose weight easily, and get underweight too fast if I'm not careful. The only way to do it is to eat well and do toning exercises like crunches and lunges. Get a good tape if you need to, just not a high impact aerobic one! You can still exercise, as long as you keep eating well. Good luck!
8. Try lifting. You can focus on certain spots and burn fat while building muscle there (don't worry, you won't bulk up). You'll also add tone, which looks great. However, I do recommend doing cardio because it's so good for you, but that's the area that will cause you to lose the most weight. To prevent this, stock up on protein and healthy carbs. If you don't feel like looking into the fitness stuff, you can also drink shakes by ensure (yes, the ones for old people). They helped prevent me from losing weight and stay healthy for years when it was most important during track season. I promise you'll love the results!
9. i would say that you should try pilates!... like Widsor pilates, killer on the muscles and you can feel it work! also cut back on foods that slow down your natural metabolism... it doesnt sound like dieting is the answer, just excersize and toning up!
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