ARM EXERCISES THAT CAN BE DONE WITH BODY WEIGHT

ARM EXERCISES THAT CAN BE DONE WITH BODY WEIGHT

Triceps push-ups

Triceps push-ups help strengthen and tone the triceps, chest, and shoulders. The steps include;

  • Get on a high plank position with hands below your chest.
  • Let your index and thumb from each hand form a triangle.
  • Lower your chest towards the floor by bending the elbows.
  • Lengthen your elbows as your lift your chest back to starting position, as one rep.
  • Do 10 reps of 3 sets; thrice every week.

Up to down plank

This exercise strengthens the arms, core, and shoulders.

  • Get on a high plank position with wrists below the shoulders.
  • Bend the right elbow and get to a lower plank position, then take it back to starting.
  • Do the same on the left side, as one rep.
  • Count 10-12 reps of 3 sets; thrice every week.

Push-ups

Push-ups are wonderful for toning and building strength in the chest, shoulders, and arms.

  • Start from high plank position.
  • Keep your back straight and core engaged.
  • Lower the elbows and chest towards the surface; few inches off the floor.
  • Return to starting position, as one rep.
  • Count 10-12 reps of 3 sets; 2-3 times every week.
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