Simple exercises for well-toned arms

After thick thighs and a chubby tummy, flabby upper arms are the next most hated body part on the list for most women. Since your body stores less fat in your arms than in other spots, it is relatively easy to change their shape for the better. If you eat well, perform fat burning cardio exercise coupled with toning exercises, you still have time to feel great in tank tops and strapless dresses.

Note that these exercises are some of the best examples of how fitness can be achieved no matter your schedule or how limited your access to equipment is. To make such exercise work effectively for you, perform three to four sets of each, two to three times a week.

Triangle pushups:

This type of exercise requires you to do it with your knees bent until you build up strength especially in your arms and chest to do it freely. Place your hands on the floor below your chest with your index finger and thumbs touching to form a triangle, keep your arms straight.

With your torso straight and your back flat, lower your body down as closer to the ground, bending your elbows back along your torso. Push back up until your arms come back straight. Perform about 10 to 15 push-ups and repeat the sequences for three to four sets. Make sure you rest in between sets.

Tricep dips:

Here you are required to sit either on a strong chair or weight bench with your hands, palms facing down on either side of your hips. As you do this you this, you will also be required to support your own body weight using your hands.

Now move forward until your body is off the bench. Keeping your shoulders down and relaxed, lower your body slowly down. Using the strength of your arms only, now press your body back to your starting position. Remember to keep your knees bent and feet close to your body. To challenge yourself more, straighten your legs out in front of you. Perform 8-12 reps and repeat the sequence for three more sets.

Tricep Kickbacks:

With a weight that is two kilos or more depending with your strength level, stand with your right leg in front of your left, with knees slightly bent. Keeping your back straight, bend at the waist at an angle of 45 degrees and rest your right hand on your thigh for support.

Now with weight in your left hand, bend it at an angle of 90 degrees. Press the weight backward until your left arm is straight. Now perform about 10 to 15 reps for three to four sets without moving your shoulders or upper arm then switch sides to do the same for the other arm.