The majority of people would like to eliminate fat in specific areas of
their bodies, and we all know that there are certain exercises that
re-firm, tone, and burn fat. Many people focus on areas like the
abdomen, glutes, and legs, forgetting as well that there are other
important areas of the body, like the back.
- Almost all of us are aware of the amazing benefits of resistance band exercises, and this portable and
- inexpensive equipment can be used for toning the back muscles as well.
- It strengthens the biceps and the lats – the broadest muscles present on the back.
- Toning the lats helps to tighten the upper back flab.
- Hold the handles of the resistance band in each hand and rest your arms by your sides.
- Step onto the resistance band with both feet, positioning them shoulder-width apart.
- Bend forward 45 degrees. Push your hips out on the back and engage your back.
- Now, bring your hands under your shoulders and pull the handles next to your chest without sticking out the elbows.
- Pause for a few moments and put your arms down. Complete 15 to 20 repetitions at a time.
2. BACK EXTENSION
- The back extension exercises both stretches and strengthens your lower back.
- It’s the perfect complement to crunches to develop a strong, balanced midsection.
- Use caution if you have a lower-back problem or experience lower-back pain while performing this exercise.
- If you do feel pain, try lifting only your legs and leaving your arms flat on the floor.
- Begin on the mat, lying face down with your stomach on the mat.
- Keep your arms at your side against your torso with your palms pressed against your thighs.
- Keep your legs together with your toes slightly pointed.
- Inhale and lift your upper trunk off of the mat, keeping the tops of your feet pressed against the mat.
- Be sure to use your abdominal and back to extend your trunk forward and into the air.
- As you exhale, lower your torso back down to the mat. Repeat 6 to 8 times.
- Tricep dips are not only an effective exercise for toning the arms but also the shoulders and upper back muscles that provide defined muscles tone.
- It is a basic body-weight exercise that does not require much equipment and can be done using the support of any solid and secure surface.
- It can be done using a bench or on the floor.
- Sit on a stable bench, chair or stair keeping our hand’s shoulder width apart and elbows slightly bent.
- Stretch your legs out in front with a slight bend in the knee.
- And gradually lower your body towards the floor with the support of your arms until the elbows are at the 90-degree angle.
- Now, press down into the bench straighten your elbows and raise your body up to the starting position.
This entire down and up movement makes 1 repetition. Complete 15 to 20 repetitions at a time.