How to Slim Your Arms After Pregnancy_hair milos forman
Women always have strict requirements for their own bodies, especially new mothers who may find excess flab and sagging in their arms. However, defeating those extra arm fat isn't a simple task. Let's start by focusing on diet and exercise, and follow the tips from our editor at LoveBaby Parenting Network to slim your arms and restore their curves!
How to Slim Your Arms After Pregnancy
1. Daily Arm Exercises
Stretching Your Forearms
Raise your right arm, bend it behind your left shoulder blade, and touch your left shoulder blade with your left hand, pressing on the joint of your right arm. Hold for 5 seconds. Then raise your arm and switch sides. Do this exercise twice a day, fifteen times each set.
Cup Brushing Movement
Lift your arms as high as possible and mimic the motion of washing a cup. Do this for 10 minutes with both arms. This simple exercise can help tighten your arms and firm your breasts. You can use an actual cup when there's one to wash.
Left and Right Hand Massages
Massage from your hand (palm) to your shoulder in small circular motions, repeating five times. Then, use your thumb, index, and middle fingers to pinch and release the muscles in your arms, giving extra attention to areas with excess fat. Do this for 3 minutes. You can also have your right hand massage your left arm in the same way.
Double Arm Chest Press
Make fists with both hands and hold them vertically on both sides of your body, with your palms facing forward. Keep your shoulders down and back and engage your core. Lift both arms forward to shoulder height, palms up, and press firmly. Squeeze your chest, then lower your arms. Do this 25 times.
2. Foods to Combat Arm Fat
Grapefruit Aids Digestion
The acidic substances in grapefruit can increase the production of digestive fluids, improve digestion, reduce fatigue, and promote skin beautification. Grapefruit is rich in vitamin C and low in sugar.
Winter Melon to Eliminate Fat
Winter melon is low in nutrients and doesn't contribute to weight gain. Eating winter melon can help eliminate excess body fat and has a strong laxative effect. It's particularly effective for reducing leg fat.
Lean Beef for Low Fat Content
Beef is a high-protein, calorie-dense food with relatively low fat content. Consuming beef not only promotes muscle growth and overall strength but also helps convert excess fat into firm muscle instead of saggy arm fat.
Chili with Capsaicin
Chili contains capsaicin, which boosts lipid metabolism and can dissolve fat, especially on the inner sides of the arms. Additionally, chili can inhibit fat accumulation in the body, preventing the formation of arm fat.
3. Dressing Tips to Improve Arm Appearance
Puffy Sleeves to the Rescue
If you love puffy sleeves, opt for long-sleeved bubble shirts with three-quarter or seven-eighth sleeves. Also, choose designs with loose sleeve cuffs to create a slender arm appearance.
Avoid Thin-Strap Tank Tops
Try to avoid wearing thin-strap tank tops as they can make your arms look bulky. Additionally, avoid shirts with elastic cuffs, as the tightness can accentuate unsightly arm flab. Instead, go for clothing with ruffled cuffs for an airy feel. Loose batwing sleeves, created with large and diagonal cuts, can help highlight slimmer arms. Blouse-style rolled cuffs create a thicker, more substantial look that can visually diminish arm flab.
