FITBUG'S FRONT ROOM WORKOUT

Posted 07 November 2006

TRICEP DIPS

Why do tricep dips?: It's a fact of life that as you get older you get saggy under-arms or 'bingo wings'. It doesn't take too much to tone them up.

How to: Take up a seating position ideally on a low table or stool. Bend your knees to form a right angle. Place your hands by your side with your elbows pointing back. Lift your bottom off the seat and take your weight onto your arms as you move two inches forward from the chair. Gently lower your bottom toward the floor, bending your arms as you do so then extend your arms to lift yourself up and repeat.

How many: Aim to do two sets of eight. As you become stronger extend your legs to increase the intensity. When you feel ready add another set.

Safety Tip: Keep your elbows soft throughout and make sure they point backwards not to the side. If you have wrist problems, avoid this exercise.

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