There are a number of new exercise trends that have become popular of late and Elle magazine has compiled a list of the top six that will help women to meet their fitness goals in their gym clothing.

Some of these – like barefoot running – are self-explanatory, but others - like TRX suspension training and kranking – require further explanation.

Those seeking to tone their bodies and build their lean muscle should give TRX suspension training a go, the magazine advises.

This workout involves a nylon strap attached to a metal frame and this can be used to do exercises such as pull-ups, bicep curls and deltoid raises.

Celebrity fitness trainer Matt Roberts told the magazine: "The TRX and other suspension trainers are brilliant. They're suitable for anyone. You can use them to get a really full body workout and they're a brilliant fallback if you are pushed for space/time/kit."

One person who is sticking to a more traditional form of exercise is Samantha Cameron, who was spotted recently out jogging in green and black ladies running clothing with her personal trainer.

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