Struggling with your weight, or perhaps just looking to shed a few extra pounds? Working with your body’s natural planetary rhythms can help you find a routine that best fits your personality. Try the following suggestions, customised by astrological sign.

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Aries

Aries are the natural athletes of the zodiac. Competitive sports offer an excellent outlet for you to tap into your inner warrior.

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Taurus

It's vital that you reward yourself for exercising and sticking to your diet. For every five pounds you drop, buy yourself a new outfit.

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Gemini

As a Gemini, you need lots of variety - so mix up your workouts. Play tennis on Sunday, try Pilates on Monday and pump iron on Tuesday.

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Cancer

You do well with workout videos you can use at home.

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Leo

Leos need to express themselves and have fun with their exercise routine.

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Virgo

Virgos are highly disciplined and thrive with a tight regimen. Write down your goals, your exercise plan and everything you eat.

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Libra

The best way to stay true to your weight-loss goals is to enlist the help of a friend. After all, a workout partner will make the experience so much more fun.

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Scorpio

Scorpios need to push themselves to their limits. They only see progress by taking it to the extreme.

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Sagittarius

You need to bring fun to your athleticism, and you like to take classes like spin or kickboxing.

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Capricorn

Capricorns like to feel competent and strong at any task they choose to master. It's important to you that you gain the respect of your peers.

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Aquarius

Aquarius likes being an early adopter of fitness gadgets and technology.

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Pisces

You like more mellow forms of exercise. Yoga, tai-chi and swimming are all perfect for meditative Pisces.