Summer has come to an end and for many people, that means it’s time to get back into our routines of going to the gym and focusing on getting fit!
In this blog post, we’re going to talk about how to get your arms in shape and will give you some inspiration for great exercises to try, both with and without equipment. We’ll also provide a guide on how to stay fit and motivated post-summer so that you can keep your body in great shape during the fall season. So let’s get started on those strong arms!
Here are some effective and easy arm exercises to help you achieve your fitness goals:
Tricep Dips: This exercise is great for toning the back of your arms. Start by sitting on the edge of a chair or bench with your hands gripping the edge behind you. Straighten your legs out in front of you and slowly lower your body down by bending your elbows. Once your elbows are at a 90-degree angle, press back up to the starting position.
Bicep Curls: This is a classic exercise for toning your biceps. You start standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms by your sides, holding a dumbbell in each hand. From here, slowly lift the weights up to your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your sides. Once the weights are at shoulder level, pause for a moment and then lower them back down to the starting position.
Push-Ups: Push-ups are a great exercise for working your arms, chest, and shoulders all at once. Start in a plank position with your hands placed slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Lower your body down towards the ground, keeping your core engaged the entire time. Once your chest grazes the ground, press back up to the starting position. If regular push-ups are too difficult, you can modify them by placing your knees on the ground.
Tricep Extensions: This exercise is great for targeting the tricep muscles. Start standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and holding a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing down. Raise one arm up so that it’s parallel to the ground and keeping your elbow close to your side, slowly lower the weight down towards your back. Once your hand is at shoulder level, press the dumbbell back up to the starting position. Be sure to repeat on the other side.
Shoulder Press: This exercise works both your arms and shoulders. Start standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level, palms facing forward. From here, press the weights up overhead until your arms are fully extended. Lower the weights back down to shoulder level and repeat.
Pull-ups: This exercise is great for working your arms, back, and shoulders. Start by gripping a pull-up bar with your hands shoulder-width apart and palms facing away from you. Hang from the bar with your feet off the ground and engage your core. From here, pull yourself up until your chin clears the bar. Lower yourself back down to the starting position and repeat. If you can’t do a full pull-up, try doing assisted pull-ups or negatives (where you jump up to the top position and then slowly lower yourself down).
These are some of the easiest and best arm exercises we can give you and there are no excuses since you can basically do them whenever and wherever. Doing these exercises regularly will help you see results quickly!
How to stay fit and motivated post-summer
It’s super easy to let your fitness levels drop after a fun summer of vacations and outdoor activities. But now that fall is officially here, it’s time to get back on track! Here are some tips to help you stay fit and motivated during this season, cause here’s no reason why you can’t keep your body in shape all year long:
Find a workout buddy: To have someone to hold you accountable will make it more likely that you’ll stick to your workout routine.
Set realistic goals: If you’re just getting back into working out, don’t try to do too much too soon. Set small, achievable goals so that you don’t get overwhelmed and end up quitting altogether. Small changes every day will show better results.
Find an activity you enjoy: If you hate running, don’t force yourself to do it just because you think it’s the best workout. Find an activity that you enjoy and look forward to doing. That way, working out won’t feel like a pain in the ass.
Set aside time for yourself: In our busy lives, it can be hard to find time to fit in a workout. But if you make it a priority and set aside time for yourself, you’re more likely to stick to it.
Find a workout routine that fits your lifestyle: There are so many different types of workouts out there, so find one that fits your schedule. If you can’t make it to the gym, try working out at home or going for a run outside.
We hope these tips and exercises will be helpful for your arm workouts and training motivation – they have for sure helped me on times when I needed to get back on track! Remember that with a little effort, you’ll be able to achieve great results! Autumn is the perfect time for a new beginning, so stay strong and never give up on your goals!
Thank you for reading!