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Firm it up: three ways to tone and shape your upper arms

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The bench French press, overhead triceps extension, and triceps dip are three exercises that can help condition the upper arms. Physical fitness trainer Linda Weiler stresses the use of these exercises because they emphasize the triceps, rather than the more commonly-exercised biceps.

Arm, Arm muscles

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Balance of power: have you overlooked upper-back training in you quest for a toned chest?

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Pres Troy E. De Mond of Fitness on the Move believes that too many people emphasize the chest in their exercises and neglect the back. If the chest is exercised, then the upper back should also be exercised for balance. Three exercises for the upper back are detailed.

Back, Back muscles

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Power posture

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Posture can become a problem for women, especially those who work at desks for long periods of time. Exercises that strengthen the upper back, neck and shoulders can help prevent posture problems. How to do some of these is described.

Prevention, Posture disorders

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