Exercises for Lifting & Firming Breasts With Extra Skin

Exercises for Lifting & Firming Breasts With Extra Skin
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Breasts can easily lose tone and firmness due to many factors, such as age and weight changes. Though many opt for surgical procedures to lift the breasts, there are other ways to do so without the risks of surgery. Strength-training the pectoral muscles lifts the breasts and speeds your metabolism. By targeting the pecs, the muscles firm and build strength. Because the pectoral is located under the breasts, the firmness of the muscle lifts the breast itself. Your metabolic rate also increases due to the training exercise, which can aid in weight loss and overall health.

Chest Press

Chest presses are a great way to target the muscle group and lift the breasts. Lie on a bench with a hand weight in each hand. Depending on your strength training experience, use 4-lb. to 6-lb. weights. Allow your elbows to go past the bench so your arms are bent and the weights are level with your shoulders. Slowly lift the weights over your chest, bring them together, and then lower back to the starting position. Do this exercise for 15 reps, then repeat.

Push-Up

Push-ups also strengthen the chest muscles and build upper body strength. Lie face-down on the ground with your hand next to your shoulders and your lower body supported by your feet. Slowly lift your torso with your arms, then lower it. Don't lower all the way, and focus on the muscles contracting in the chest. If this exercise is too difficult, you may use the support of your knees or lean against a wall and push off from it. Do this exercise for 12 reps, then repeat.

Pectoral Fly

Pec flies can lift your breasts and tone your arms. Sit with your back flat against a chair and hand weights in each hand. Bend your arms at the elbows so they're parallel to the floor and your hands are rested on your shoulders. Slowly lift the weights up and away from your shoulders so your arms extend and straighten out in front of your chest. Lift the weights back toward your shoulders and return to the starting position. Do this exercise for 20 reps,then repeat.

Posture

To further improve the chest area, focus on posture. Being aware of your posture helps align your spine and chest so the breasts are raised. It also prevents your breasts from sagging, leading to stretch marks and lack in firmness. By focusing on your posture and following a strength training routine that incorporates pectoral exercises, your breasts should lift and firmness should increase.

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Article reviewed by Anton Alden Last updated on: Jul 30, 2010

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