Wave Goodbye to Arm Jiggle


Updated 01/27/11 1:05 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Get Rid of Arm Jiggle

Arm jiggle is one of the biggest complaints that we hear about from other women. Even the long and lean Gwyneth Paltrow complained about having a "bat wing problem." Yes, there's snow on the ground, but now is the perfect time to work on this problem area. By the time the sun is shining again, you'll have the kind of arms that you can't help but show off! Here are a few moves that will have you Read more

Guess the Celebrity Guns


Updated 01/10/12 2:52 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Quiz on Celebrities With the Best Toned Arms

Celebrities work hard to look that good, and they aren't shy about showing it. At every awards gala, stars show up in off-the-shoulder or strapless looks to play up those perfectly cut biceps, and we love guessing who they belong to. Do you know who has the best toned arms in town? Take this quiz and find out! Question 1 of 5Which celebrity showed off her toned arms with an emerald dress? Read more

No Equipment Necessary: Shaving Your Head Works Your Triceps


Updated 12/17/10 12:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Shaving the Head Tricep Exercise to Tone Arms

Don't worry your pretty little head full of hair, this exercise really doesn't require any equipment — not even a razor. The shaving I'm talking about comes in the form of your hands and it's in reference to the motion. It will, however, shave your triceps down into sculpted muscles. Simply take your hands behind your head with your thumbs touching each other and your index fingers also joined Read more

Pop Pilates: Upper Body Workout


Updated 07/14/11 12:23 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Pop Pilates: Upper Body Workout

Here's a video workout from OnSugar blog Blogilates. This Pilates video concentrates on the upper body and was specially created by request! You'll be sore tomorrow in your arms, chest, and shoulders and you're gonna love it. Songs in this workout: "She Wolf" by Shakira"Tic Tok" by Kesha"Starstruck" by Lady Gaga featuring Space Cowboy and Flo Rida Want to see more? Start following Blogilates or Read more

How Well Do You Know Your Arms?


Updated 11/05/09 6:25 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

How Well Do You Know Your Arms?

You use them to drive your car, carry your groceries, and do your favorite exercise, the push-up. OK, maybe push-ups don't top your list of how to have a fun workout, but we can agree that the upper body appendages known as arms are important. Take this quiz to see how well you know yours. Take the Quiz Read more

Back to Basics: Triceps Dips


Updated 08/17/10 7:36 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

How to Do Triceps Dips

Toning your triceps — the muscles that run on the backside of your upper arm from your shoulder to your elbow — is one way to really help prep your arms for tank tops. Triceps Dips are a great, basic exercise for working your triceps. What's more? They're pretty easy to do and don't require much equipment. Here's how you do them: Position your hands shoulder width apart on a secured bench Read more

Fire Fighter Workout: Part IV


Updated 01/21/08 4:30 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Fire Fighter Workout: Part IV

If you tried the fire fighter workouts I've been posting on earlier then you're feeling for those folks in uniform, since the workouts are literally no walk in the park. Here is the arms/abs portion of the circuit workout. Be prepared to sweat as these circuits are loaded with some tough exercises. Check out these highlights: ARMS (Note: Repeat arms and core/abs (part 2) circuits Read more

Running Tip: Mind Your Arms


Updated 12/06/07 11:02 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

The Most Ideal Way to Hold Your Arms While Running

I have noticed that a lot of people hold their arms — known as arm carriage — differently when running. While some hold their arms low and to the side, others cross them in front of their body, so it occurred to me that it might be a good idea to share a technique that I have learned (and found) to be the most beneficial to my runs. Here's the deal: Many runners hold their arms too high, Read more

Stretches for Your Desk


Updated 10/19/07 10:45 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

Stretches for Your Desk

Nothing feels better than stretching it out when you’re done for the day, especially if you've been sitting at your desk all day long. Try these four exercises to ease tension in the back, neck, shoulders, arms and wrists. Back stretch: With your arms crossed over your chest and feet on the floor, lean against the chair back and allow the mid back to curl back over it, lifting elbows up to Read more