Slim and sexy arms make you look healthier and more attractive. Although it is not possible to lose weight on just one part of your body, your total exercise efforts can help you tone up over, including trouble spots like your arms. With a combination of efforts, you can lose weight and get slimmer, stronger arms.
Lift Weights
Lift weights to sculpt and tone your arms. Choose light weights, each weighing 2 to 5 lbs. maximum. Heavier weights could cause you to develop bulky muscles, which could actually make your arms bigger. Perform exercises with the weights such as bicep curls, lateral raises and triceps extensions. Repeat these exercises for up to 10 repetitions two to three times per week.
Get Cardio
Cardio, or aerobic, exercise is important when you are trying to lose weight from any part of your body, including your arms. Choose fun forms of exercise that raise your heart rate, including biking, jogging, dancing, brisk walking or swimming. If you choose an activity you enjoy, you're more likely to stick with it. You need 60 to 90 minutes of exercise at least five times a week.
Reduce Calories
Cut your daily calories by 500 to 1,000 calories when you're trying to lose weight. This will help you lose weight all over your body, including from your arms. You can cut these calories by eating smaller portions, cutting out unhealthy snacks and avoiding dessert. Eat healthy whole foods, such as lean meats, poultry and fish, fruits and vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy.
Drink More Water
Drinking at least the minimum recommended eight to 10 glasses of water every day can help you to lose weight. One benefit of drinking enough water is that it can replace high-calorie drinks, such as sodas and sweetened coffee beverages. Water also flushes out the kidneys, reducing water retention and overall puffiness.
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