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Back to Basics: Overhead Press
Putting all the fancy machines and accessories aside, sometimes you just want to get in a good workout without having to decipher how to use the gadgets. The overhead press is a great way to work your deltoids, biceps and triceps using a set of dumbbells. Pick a dumbbell weight that tires your muscles by about 12 lifts, a good weight to start with is five pounds.
Multitasking Move: Boxing
Ever since I read about couples getting into the ring together I have been a bit obsessed with boxing. Well here's a great Pilates move using hand weights to help you add power to your punch. Yep, this exercise is called Boxing.
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Stretch It: Deltoids
You want to work your muscles and then you want to stretch 'em. If you have been doing dumbbell front raises, or front rowing, you have been working your deltoids -- The muscle on the top of the arms that is so fun to show off by wearing tank tops. You want to keep the muscle flexible by doing this stretch for your deltoids.
Stretch It: Pulling Elbow Deltoid Stretch
If hours of raking leaves or strength training have given you sore outer shoulders, here's a simple stretch you should try. It's a variation of this basic deltoid stretch.
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Weekend Workout: Biceps, Triceps, and Deltoids
If you're looking for a quick workout to target your upper arms, give this strength-training routine a try. You'll need a resistance band, a set of dumbbells, and a mat. Repeat all three exercises for a total of three rounds.
Get Lifted: Bent Over Lateral Raises
It is tank top time! Lateral raises are great for toning your shoulders, but if you also want to target your upper back and the posterior deltoid, try this variation. It's really challenging so you may have to start off with a lighter set of dumbbells.
Get Lifted: Lateral Raises
Lateral Raises, also called side-arm raises or shoulder raises, work your (you guessed it) shoulders and more specifically your deltoids. It also strengthens your upper back. For this exercise, you'll need a set of 4 to 8 lb.
Get Lifted: Water Pump
Just because Summer is over, doesn't mean you can neglect sculpting your shoulders. Here's a strength training move that will tone your deltoid, triceps, and biceps.
So grab a pair of dumbbells and read more
Guess Who?
Guess who's got these toned and muscular arms?
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Gym Jargon
Modern slang has made its way into the fitness world, and if your vocabulary needs some pumping up, try adding these terms into your workout.
Hammies = Short for hamstrings — the muscles on the back of the thigh, as in "I'm going to go stretch my hammies."
Gun show = Muscular arms
Mirror Muscles = Muscles you see when you look in the mirror, namely pecs (chest muscles), deltoids, and biceps
Newbie = Someone new to the sport, or to the gym
Powerhouse = Core and sometimes core plus a booty squeeze
Resolutionaries = Folks that join the gym on New Year's Day and stick around for about a month
Spin head = Folks that wear full biking gear to spin class
Yogatude = Yogis with a competitive attitude about their spiritual practice
What is your favorite (or least favorite!) piece of gym or fitness slang?
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