To build my core strength, I do push-ups, sit-ups, crunches, on-the-spot running with bands, and individual runs.

Akshay's idea of a romantic date is a six-kilometre jog, followed by 500 crunches... together! Eeeeks!

Crunches are much more effective than regular sit-ups because they specifically target your upper abdominal muscles rather than your hip muscles. If you're not used to them, they can cause soreness a day or two later, but it's a 'cool' soreness. A badge of honor.

"Mrs. Spence picks up a roll of toilet paper from the counter and scrunches her nose.