Best exercises for toned arms
GLORIOUS glutes, gorgeous legs and well-toned arms are at the top of the list of the woman on a fitness journey. And Gisel Harrow, personal trainer and fitness expert at Express Fitness, Liguanea, says there are great exercises to take care of number three.
“Perfectly toned arms on a woman are quite attractive, and the best part of it is that they aren’t difficult to achieve. So if you really like the look of nicely toned arms, getting to that place simply requires patience and a greater focus on upper body movements,” Harrow said.
Below she shares a list of exercises that you should definitely try if you want your arms to look great.
1. Tricep push-ups
With this routine, first you get into the push-up position with elbows close to your sides and pointing backwards, then lower your chest to the ground and back to the start position. Do three sets of these (10-12 repetitions).
2. Dumbbell bicep curls
For this you will need a pair of dumbbells. Hold these palms facing forward, bend your elbows and pull the weight up towards your shoulders. Following this, lower to the starting position and complete three sets of 12 repetitions.
3. Dumbbell side raises
Stand tall with your knees slightly bent. Hold a dumbbell in each hand and keep your arms hanging by your sides with your palms facing in. Also, keep a slight bend in your elbows as you raise your arms out to the sides until the dumbbells are on the same level or in line with your shoulders and your palms are facing the floor. Now, lower your arms and repeat. Complete three of 12 repetitions.
4. Arm circles
Using light weights for resistance, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms extended straight out to sides at shoulder height. Keeping your shoulders down, do 20 small backward circles. Switch directions and do 20 forward circles. Complete three sets.
5. Tricep kickback
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent. Then holding a dumbbell in each hand, keep your arms straight down at the sides and your palms facing back. Then extend your arms straight back and squeeze behind you and then return to sides. Do three sets of 12 repetitions.
