Triceps Exercises to Eliminate Arm Cellulite

Cellulite forms when fat is trapped under the skin can creates a dimpled look to the outer surface of the skin. Unfortunately, fat builds up all over the body with a poor diet and/ or a lack of exercise – and the arms are no exception. There is no cure for the problem of arm cellulite, but triceps exercises can help you to eliminate that cellulite, along with proper diet and cardiovascular exercise.

French Presses

The French press is done on the flat bench and isolates the triceps muscles. Start by lying down on the bench and holding a barbell with your hands shoulder width apart. Move the barbell over your head and straighten your arms. Bend at the elbows so that the barbell comes down to your forehead, pause and contract the triceps muscle before returning to the start position.

Triceps Dips

Triceps dips utilize gravity and your body weight to work the triceps and can be done anywhere. Use a bench or a chair for support and start by standing with your back to it. Put your hands on the edge of the seat, straighten your legs and plant your heels. Bend at the elbows and lower your body toward the floor, pause and contract the triceps, then push yourself back up to the start position.

Triceps Kickbacks

Triceps kickbacks are performed with dumbbells. Start by standing with your feet together with one dumbbell in each hand, both palms facing your body. Bend toward the floor with your back straight, then lift your arms up and back so that they are bent at a 90 degree angle. Keep your upper arms pinned to your sides and the dumbbells hanging down. Straighten your arms without locking out the elbows, pause and contract the triceps muscle, then slowly return to start.

Considerations

It is recommended that you perform each of the exercises above in three sets, incorporating them into your workout on alternating days three or four times a week. In order to better facilitate the loss of arm cellulite, do a cardio workout of your choice daily. When using weights, make sure to use a heavy enough weight to fatigue but not overwork the triceps. Be sure to check with your doctor before incorporating triceps workouts into your workout routine if you have any arm or shoulder injuries or if you are new to working out.

Sources:

Livestrong

Changing Shape


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