Arm workouts for lean muscle?
Options
![HurricaneJulia](https://dakd0cjsv8wfa.cloudfront.net/images/photos/user/27e6/e5a4/1981/dd4b/4abe/0e4a/d90d/cff81a561262a34b058710eff7aab6015749.jpg)
HurricaneJulia
Posts: 39
The backs of my arms have always been a problem area. Just as I am lucky that my face doesn't puff up when I put on a few pounds, I am also cursed to be stuck with these suckers no matter how much weight I lose. I have been doing quite a bit of yoga and a few machine exercises, but I was wondering if anyone had any tips for building LEAN muscle in the upper arms? All the work outs I know of tend to bulk me up (I'm a bit of a mesomorph.) I'd die to have a slender, long dancer's body. Help!!!
0
Replies
-
bumping so I can check out the answers later and find the post easier since I want to know too.0
-
bump. also a problem area for me0
-
bump0
-
Good to see other people have the same problem as I do haha0
-
I do push up and (12 minutes) arm bike ( go backwards and forwards each 3 minute interval....
Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter0 -
Problem areas = genetics. You can't spot reduce, only reduce your overall % body fat and HOPE the areas you want to reduce actually get smaller. For me, it's my upper thighs (pretty common for women). You CAN work our specific muscle groups (or areas) to improve muscle strength, but no workout will give you perfect thighs or thin arms except general weight loss. You can thank your genes for that!0
-
*punches genes in the crotch*0
-
I had a big problem with batwings for awhile - those suckers would flap in the breeze, I swear. When I googled for a solution I came across a site somewhere that suggested doing arm rolls, pumps and draws to tighten them up. If I could find it again I'd post the link but I'm not seeing it. Anyway, I started doing the arm exercises while walking, and they've worked pretty well for me, even at my age. They also help tone your abs.0
-
*punches genes in the crotch*
Hahahahaha.0 -
Lower weight + more reps equals lean muscle. Change up speed. Do not just do up/down. Go quick down/slow
up, etc. Add some tricep dips in there too.0 -
*punches genes in the crotch*
Hahaha, love this!0 -
I had a big problem with batwings for awhile - those suckers would flap in the breeze, I swear. When I googled for a solution I came across a site somewhere that suggested doing arm rolls, pumps and draws to tighten them up. If I could find it again I'd post the link but I'm not seeing it. Anyway, I started doing the arm exercises while walking, and they've worked pretty well for me, even at my age. They also help tone your abs.
what do u mean by arm rolls, pumps and draws?0 -
*punches genes in the crotch*
:laugh: Thank you!
I like triceps kickbacks and skull crushers.0 -
Bump0
-
*punches genes in the crotch*
My sentiments exactly.
Maybe I should just start dancing if I want that dancer's body! Haha0 -
bump0
-
*punches genes in the crotch*
LOL hilarious!!!
1) Pushups and dips are great for building tricep (behind the arm) strength and tone. Are you training at home or in a gym?
2) If you keep losing weight they will eventually go away, keep your protien level high to avoid that weight loss being muscle. More muscle will make your arm look firm.
3) Keep in mind that it is impossible to target fat loss on your arm or anywhere on your body. The most you can do is eat right,
work hard and your body will reward you in its own way.
4) LOL unfortunately genetics do play an evil role sometimes but hey, don't let that stop you from trying, if you put up a good fight
you can transform your body almost anyway you want it.0 -
Thanks, everyone ^__^
I work out at home and at the gym. Mostly the gym, though.0 -
Someone up there has it backwards... it should be higher weights, fewer reps. Check out the book "The new rules of lifting for women" if you are interested in Muscles. love this resource.
I also second chair dips and pushups.0 -
Here ya go
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vecvAoyvWhQ
0
Categories
- All Categories
- 1.4M Health, Wellness and Goals
- 392K Introduce Yourself
- 43.5K Getting Started
- 259.8K Health and Weight Loss
- 175.7K Food and Nutrition
- 47.4K Recipes
- 232.3K Fitness and Exercise
- 401 Sleep, Mindfulness and Overall Wellness
- 6.4K Goal: Maintaining Weight
- 8.5K Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
- 152.8K Motivation and Support
- 7.9K Challenges
- 1.3K Debate Club
- 96.3K Chit-Chat
- 2.5K Fun and Games
- 3.4K MyFitnessPal Information
- 23 News and Announcements
- 990 Feature Suggestions and Ideas
- 2.4K MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions