Harley Pasternak on Posture Principle For Brides


Updated 04/27/11 5:23 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Get a Boob Lift With These Exercises From Harley Pasternak — Great Bridal Workout

Strapless and backless gowns give a bride an opportunity to show off her shapely shoulders. But a blushing bride doesn't want to look muscle-bound as she walks down the aisle, so one must be strategic when it comes to upper body toning. The trainer behind some of the hottest bodies in Hollywood, Harley Pasternak — he helped Hilary Duff and Katy Perry get wedding-ready — has some tips to help Read more

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

Skip It: Triceps Kickback


Updated 06/26/09 6:33 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 17 comments

How To Effectively Work Your Triceps

Sometimes referred to as "bingo arms," the back of the upper arm can be toned and tightened by working the triceps. Unfortunately, most of us chose to do kickbacks to work the muscle group, and this might not be the most effective way to work your triceps. The body position required for the exercise — leaned over with elbow pinned to your side — not only makes it hard to overload the muscle Read more

Multitasking Move: Balancing Tricep Kickback


Updated 05/19/09 3:30 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Balancing Tricep Kickback Exercise

Many women complain about their bums and the backs of their arms being a little jiggly, so here's an exercise that will tone both of those areas. Since you're working hard to stay balanced, you'll also be targeting your core. To learn how to do this challenging move, grab a mat and a dumbbell and read more Read more

Michelle Obama Arm Envy Reaching New Heights


Updated 04/29/09 1:44 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 40 comments

How to Get Michelle Obama's Toned Arms

Michelle Obama made a fashionable entrance into the White House, and the first lady has been receiving attention on her style choices and toned arms since President Obama was sworn into office. While Michelle has been showing her commitment to promoting healthful eating across the country, Americans have been exhibiting their dedication to her toned arms on the Internet and in the gym. There's a Read more

Four Ways to Work Your Triceps


Updated 11/04/08 12:45 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Four Ways to Work Your Triceps

Often neglected in workouts, the triceps actually make up more of your arm than the biceps. If tricep kickbacks bore you to tears, there are many other ways to strengthen the backs of your arms. Women's Health has created an upper-arm workout to pump you up. To see the highlights, just start the slideshow. Source 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

How-To: Bent Over Row


Updated 05/07/11 8:30 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

How-To: Bent Over Row

Bikini season is approaching so many of us are focusing on getting our upper bodies toned. One exercise that is great for working your upper back, mid-back and triceps is the Bent Over Row. For this exercise, you'll need a workout bench (or chair) and a dumbbell. Here's how to do it: Grab a dumbbell — weight depends on your level but it should exhaust your muscles by the 12th rep. Position Read more

Back to Basics: Overhead Press


Updated 10/12/11 4:38 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Step By Step Guide to Doing an 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. Here's how: Stand with your legs Read more

Multitasking Move: Boxing


Updated 09/03/09 9:51 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

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. This move works your triceps, lats and deltoids while challenging your core. A.) Starting Position Stand with your feet hip distance apart. Bend your elbows back, Read more