We all want a quick fix and while I can’t make miracles happen, I can give some tips to make you look a bit more trim. Of course the best way it to workout and eat healthy, which if you are at this blog you are probably into. But we all have areas that we want to make a bit better and appear amazing.

Here are 3 (non-exercising) tricks to make you feel and look amazing:

1. Tan skin defines muscles more.Yes the sun causes cancer, but spray on tans don’t. There is a reason why bodybuilders load up on tanning supplies… tan muscles look more defined than untan. The shadowing really does a nice job of helping you look a bit more sculpted. You don’t have to go 10 shades darker, just a natural tan will do the trick. I love Jergen’s Natural Glow lotion for the slow progression of a tan.

2. Choose clothes that fit. Sure we all want to be a size 2, but if you aren’t then don’t buy a size 2 just for the label. Even if you are tight and fit, wearing clothes that are too snug will make you look like you have love handles, stomach flub and a big caboose. Go with your size and you will knock ‘um dead. For jeans, choose a pair that compliments your frame.

3. Hydrate. Staying hydrated and drinking lots of water actually helps to prevent bloating and flushes out the body. Avoid soft drinks and sugary beverages that have the opposite affect. Especially alcohol. Try avoiding salt too which can promote bloating and make you a bit off from your best. Go for at least 8 glasses of water per day. This of course should be more if you workout regularly. I actually drink 1 gallon of water a day and feel great, but it all depends on lifestyle.

Have a hot date? Follow this pre-date ritual for a great look right before you date arrives.

* 2 sets of 10 pushups
* 2 sets of 20 body weight squats
* 2 sets of 10 dips off a chair
* 2 sets of 15 walking lunges

This posting, Top 3 Tricks to Instantly Look Skinnier and Toner, is posted by Taylor R. at Wellsphere.com