Flabby arms are one of the biggest complaints we see in people wanting to lose weight. As with any toning work, it is a case of shedding a little bit of the overlying insulation and building some muscle underneath to show off. Push-ups provide a wonderful way to do build muscle definition and lose weight.
As a bonus... they help to give as much "lift" to your neckline as chest muscles can offer, so start doing your push-ups today.
How To Do A Push-Up
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Start with your hands slightly wider than shoulder width apart on the floor. Have your knees on a soft mat comfortably behind them.
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Keep your spine neutral (including your head). If you find that your back or head 'sags' from neutral, your core may need a little more training, before you get to this level. If this is you, practice this exercise by standing and pressing off a wall until you are strong enough to carry out this exercise correctly.
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Breathe in as you lower yourself down. Keep your shoulders squeezed toward your feet. throughout the movement. At the lowest point your elbows should be no lower than your shoulders. Your upper arms should be about 45 degrees away from your body
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Then exhale as you press your elbows back to the straight position.
- Repeat the desired number of times (only do as many as good form will permit)
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