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Batwings - Are there any fairly easy exercises to help get rid of them?

AngelPuppy1 — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:19:52 GMT

I have the dreaded "batwings". My arms are not big but I have these things. I've been trying for months to just do arm movements of different types while I am walking. I am 70 years old and have somewhat of shoulder issues and back issues so I have to be careful what I do. Does anyone have any suggestions of some fairly simple and not too taxing things I can do to help get rid of these things or at least make them somewhat better? Thanks so much!!!

Re: Batwings - Are there any fairly easy exercises to help get rid of them?

Thats Me — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:34:45 GMT

Here are a couple:

1. clasp your hands together. Press them against each other as hard as you can and hold for a couple seconds. You'll feel a tensing of upper arms. It's good for lifting droopy breasts too. Do a set of 10 a couple times a day and work up to a few sets a day.

2. hold out your arms outstretched so they're fully extended. First, with palms facing down, make small concentric circles with your arms and then gradually make the circles bigger. Do this maybe 50 times.
then, still with your arms outstretched, have your palms face up and do the same thing with concentric circles, first smaller then getting bigger. Do this maybe 50 times.

Do a couple sets a day and work up to a few sets a day.

I have batwings too but I think they've toned some by doing these. That's a tough area to work on! Good luck!

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nada54 — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:47:43 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 If you have any way to get to a pool that would be great. Water is great for toning and easy on the joints.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:54:20 GMT

I'm in the same boat an this is what I'm going to do:

*Wall pushups

*Arm circles w/dumbbell weights

*Arms out side ways, palms down, and lift a dumbbell

*Seated, good posture, hold a dumbbell in front of you with two hands, stomach tight, lift the dumbbell up & down in a controlled movement

*Same thing but extend the dumbbell up and lower behind your head and back up, in a controlled movement

3 set of 10 reps for each. You don't have to use the weights when first beginning, if that's too much for you, but it should be a goal to include them. They don't have to be crazy heavy.

Be careful not to arch your back, keep it straight, so as to not risk injury.

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Mz iMac — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:04:44 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:

*Seated, good posture, hold a dumbbell in front of you with two hands, stomach tight, lift the dumbbell up & down in a controlled movement

*Same thing but extend the dumbbell up and lower behind your head and back up, in a controlled movement

@JeanLouiseFinch At the gym I go to, the women are laying flat on their backs on the bench when doing what you stated above. They call it the "bat wing-tummy tuck 2 4 1" workout!

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SilleeMee — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:23:49 GMT

I use resistance bands. You can look for videos on how to use them to tone your arms.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:53:54 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
I use resistance bands. You can look for videos on how to use them to tone your arms.

I have a Marie Osmond resistance gadget somewhere around here, I think. I should dig it out, unless DH sole it at our garage sale. LOL

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CelticCrafter — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:48:55 GMT

I just wear elbow length sleeves! Nothing shorter and never sleeveless.

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tends2dogs — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:52:01 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
@SilleeMee wrote:
I use resistance bands. You can look for videos on how to use them to tone your arms.
I have a Marie Osmond resistance gadget somewhere around here, I think. I shiukd dig it out, unless DH sole it at our garage sale. LOL

I bought one of those, @JeanLouiseFinch , during a brain fade moment. It is in a corner of the garage waiting to go to the Goodwill. Both DH and I used it and it really did a number on our back and neck......not in a good way.

I think the batwings are a badge of honor that comes with age. I recently turned 70, have a slender build, never been heavy and I have the dreaded wings. Oh well, I am happy and healthy.....much more important to me in the long run.

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Spacrazy — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:53:47 GMT

@Thats Me I use to see folks doing that at the gym but wasn't quite sure what they were for so thanks. That's something I can definitely do here at home and you explained the instructions so well I appreciate your help.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:56:05 GMT

@CelticCrafter wrote:
I just wear elbow length sleeves! Nothing shorter and never sleeveless.

That's been my way too, but I've gotta get after these things. They could slap somebody! 😆

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Spacrazy — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:56:12 GMT

@nada54 I have a pool but I've not exercised in it but I'll give it a try. I've just been floating but lately just jumping in to cool off.

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Thats Me — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:13:19 GMT

You're more than welcome @Spacrazy ! I like that you don't need any equipment or accessories for doing these. There might be other exercises more effective (like those involving weights); but I know these work.

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RetRN — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:19:56 GMT

It is virtually impossible to get rid of them. If there was an easy solution you wouldn't be seeing them on almost every older lady I know. Go with elbow length, 3/4 length, or long sleeves if you don't want them to be visible.

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Desertdi — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:09:05 GMT

The only way is SURGERY. You can diet away the fat...but you would still need the loose skin removed.

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Spacrazy — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 21:07:23 GMT

@Desertdi Well, I haven't gotten to 'bat wings' yet but I don't want to get that way. But, yes, I definitely believe in plastic surgery.

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Desertdi — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 15:34:18 GMT

@Spacrazy wrote:
@Desertdi Well, I haven't gotten to 'bat wings' yet but I don't want to get that way. But, yes, I definitely belivery in plastic surgery.

@Spacrazy

The best idea is NOT TO GET THEM in the first place!!!! di

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nada54 — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 16:20:00 GMT

@Spacrazy Pull and push the water with your arms. You can stand and do it.

Also swimming and just use your arms, go around the pool as many times as you can just using your arms.

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Mindy D — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:26:27 GMT

Theraband Resistance Bands. Pack of three different strengths on Amazon. If you try them, don't get the rubber ones. Get the other ones...no powder, no mess. You can even use these while you're just sitting and watching TV. Lots of arm exercises plus you can use them for toning other places.

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cindyNC — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 16:41:27 GMT

I have resistance bands, a bodyblade. Thinking about pulling the bodyblade out of the closet.

I've been doing a youtube jessica smith 10 minute cardio for bad knees and alternating with a Qigong for Everyone DVD with Debi Dunn (purchased from the Q many many years ago)

I remember my mother and the neighbors getting together to do some exercises at one point. The chant was "We must, we must, we must develope our bust. The bigger the better, the tighter the sweater, the boys depend on us".......I can't believe they said that, but it was back in the 60s