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Fast way to shape upper arms?

BuckwheatsMomma
BuckwheatsMomma Posts: 32 Member
edited March 2 in Fitness and Exercise
I am not an exercise person except for walking. I would like to know how to shape up my upper arms (the quick way) using weights. I have 5 lb. weights and want to use them correctly.

Any help/advice/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thx !

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  • maroonmango211
    maroonmango211 Posts: 908 Member
    Fitnessblender.com has a ton of beginner workouts for free a lot use dumbbells or even body weight.
  • ukaryote
    ukaryote Posts: 850 Member
    you will tone as quickly as your body permits, no faster. OK, the upper arm basically has triceps in the back n biceps in the front.

    Pushups are great for triceps and lots of other things. If a pushup from the floor is too difficult, try a modified, inclined pushup from a desk or counter. if that is too hard, start on the wall. Try one. Then 3. Work up to 3 sets of 8

    Standing curls are great for biceps. Try to do 3 set of 8 repetitions with the 5 lb weights. If too much, try with a can of food, about 1 lb. If it feels feather light, try curls with a gallon of water,about 8 lbs.
  • Cherimoose
    Cherimoose Posts: 5,208 Member
    Fast way to shape upper arms?

    Surgery.
  • asheichou
    asheichou Posts: 10
    Lift heavy, basically the heavier you lift the faster the results.

    And don't worry it's practically impossible for women to bulk up. Just make sure the weight isn't painfully heavy.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,145 Member
    There is no fast way unless you're optioning surgery. Especially if you're untrained in resistance training, expect at least 3 months to see any significant results.

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  • whitemoon2
    whitemoon2 Posts: 1
    WOW! That is some really good info!! I'm going to try some of it!! I really need a lot of toning more than losing weight.
  • BuckwheatsMomma
    BuckwheatsMomma Posts: 32 Member
    Thanks! I will go there! :)
  • BuckwheatsMomma
    BuckwheatsMomma Posts: 32 Member
    Thanks!!! :)
  • BuckwheatsMomma
    BuckwheatsMomma Posts: 32 Member
    LOL! That's funny.Not expecting to do it in a flash as I am a very realistic person, just looking for some good ones that will get it done.
  • BuckwheatsMomma
    BuckwheatsMomma Posts: 32 Member
    That's what I though at least a few months. Thanks for your post :)
  • nomorebingesgirl2014
    nomorebingesgirl2014 Posts: 378 Member
    Bump
  • BuckwheatsMomma
    BuckwheatsMomma Posts: 32 Member
    Yes, I have started to carry my heavy bags :) Thx!
  • BuckwheatsMomma
    BuckwheatsMomma Posts: 32 Member
    Thank you for all the great advice! I will let you know when I see results. Some great folks on this sight :)
  • conure2
    conure2 Posts: 126 Member
    Bumping...
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