Sexy Summer Arms!

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Sexy Summer Arms!
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Mon, 03-07-2005 - 5:02pm

Alright, Miranda has challenged us to work out with weights this week, and with summer appoaching how about getting those arms in shape for those cute little tees and tanks? This was on 'My Yahoo' page today- how appropriate!
http://diet.ivillage.com/tone/tarms/0,,9b50,00.html?dst=rss&arrivalSA=1&cobrandRef=0&arrival_freqCap=1&pba=adid=14520234



Sexy Arms Workout
by Liz Neporent, MA

Is it right to bare your arms? Yes, if they're buffed and tank top-ready. A well-toned upper body is the perfect warm-weather accessory, something no well-dressed woman should be without. Fortunately, with a little extra effort, a sculpted upper body is within your reach.


Upper-body muscles usually respond quickly to resistance training because they don't get used much in everyday life. Putting them through their paces two to three times a week results in a tighter, firmer appearance. And because more firmness equals more strength, you'll have an easier time pushing that lawn mower, lugging your patio furniture out of storage and playing beach ball with your kids.


I've designed three complete upper-body routines for you. The No Frills version requires only an exercise band or tube (which you can buy in any sporting goods store for under $10). The Basic Bells program calls for the use of free weights or dumbbells and can be done at home or at the gym. The Machine Moves routine is an easy upper-body weight-machine circuit that can be done at virtually any gym. Of course, you can try all the moves if you want to create your own mix-and-match routine.


To ensure you get the results you're looking for in the shortest time, I've included some calorie-burning cardio recommendations. Burning body fat and eating sensibly will ensure that all of your hard work isn't lost under an extra layer of body fat.


Whatever routine you do, you should see noticeable changes in just a month if you complete two of these workouts each week.


Start getting Sexy Arms now:







~IslandGirl


:~:~: Moderation is Key :~:~:

Getting Fit In Your 30's
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Registered: 06-20-2004
Tue, 03-08-2005 - 8:53am
I'm a huge fan of hammer curls, they give that bicep a nice sleek look. Instead of holding the dumbbell down while doing the bicep curl turn it so that the your hands are fists and facing up....tones up the forearms as well.
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Registered: 01-21-2005
Tue, 03-08-2005 - 11:08am

This is great especially since I've been trying to get rid of that attractive flapping fat section on my arm that is still shaking 10 minutes after I've waved goodbye.

Does anyone know any good sites with pictures of these though? I am never sure I'm doing weight stuff right.

~Patrice

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Registered: 10-26-2004
Tue, 03-08-2005 - 1:38pm

Thanks for the info. I'm so into concentrating on my new running routine that I need to remember not to neglect my arms, especially since we may actually be able to wear short sleeves sometime soon. Oh, and my Easter Sunday outfit has those little cap sleeve things.

I think I'll use the band in place of weights sometimes since my left shoulder is still a bit iffy when I do weights.

Lorie

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