Tone Your Arms With Strength Training Equipment

Program Description
Resistance training with equipment is a safe and effective way to get a strength workout. Machines are a good option for people who are new to exercise, or have limitations from injury. In addition, equipment is generally more user-friendly than training with small props such as balls and bands. Perform two to three sets of 15 repetitions with good form. If you can do more than 15 reps of an exercise, you will need to add more weight to get results.

Actions:
1. Perform 12-15 reps of the lat pull-down exercise. Make sure that the knee pad is adjusted so that the knees are bent at 90 degrees, and the feet are flat on the floor. Grab the bar and lean back slightly, pulling the bar down in front of you.

2. The assisted pull up/dip machine is a great piece for toning the arms and shoulders. Complete one set of assisted pull ups followed by a set of assisted triceps dips. Depending on your weight and strength level, you may need to adjust the amount of resistance that you use.

3. Proceed to the seated rowing machine to work the back & biceps. Be sure to sit up straight & draw in your abs as you complete your set.

4. Next head to the chest press machine, lay flat on the bench, abdominals engaged. Press the bar straight up to work the chest, triceps and front of the shoulder.

5. Finish your workout on the cable crossover machine. Hook on the rope attachment and complete a set of standing biceps curls, keeping the upper arms still as you bend & straighten the elbows.