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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
User Post: Can we get Michelle Obama’s super sculpted arms? Yes, We Can!
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Her sleek and well defined arms are
definitely one of the First Lady’s best physical assets. She
creates quite a stir every time she bears her
healthy biceps. Some may say that they are
season/occasion-inappropriate and that they are unnecessarily
distracting like on Tuesday’s
First Presidential
address to the Congress but few can deny the sheer perfection
of their shape that cannot be missed even from afar. The fact that
Michelle works out rigorously is no secret. It has been widely
reported that she incorporates a 90 minute workout three times a
week consisting of
cross-training, a mix of strength and
cardio exercises involving weights, the treadmill, the
stair-stepper and/or a spin bike. Celebrity trainers swear that
pushups and weights are the way to go for achieving those sexy
arms. Health (http://living.health.com/2008/07/16/no-more-arm-jiggle/)
has published a few of those workouts that seem easy to
incorporate into our daily routine.
Apart from the First Lady, celebrities like
Jennifer Garner and Jessica Biel are also known for their killer
arms. I personally think that Jennifer Aniston, who has been
looking particularly swell of late, has a great pair as
well.
So why do I think it is a great look for
everyday women?
- Toned arms are easier to achieve than washboard
abs and tight buns but can be just as sexy.
- Baring arms are a whole lot more professional looking than say
baring cleavage in many situations. It’s harmless while being
flirty at the same time.
- It’s flattering. It pulls the eye upwards towards the face and
décolleté area which is the most attractive part of most women’s
bodies. I believe it does the same for Michelle. Though Mrs. Obama
is definitely very fit, she does have hips like a woman should and
the buff arms manages to balance her out visually.
- Day to day chores involving lifting objects can provide us the
necessary weight to build some tone and definition in our arms. A
flat tummy might seem like a distant dream after pregnancy but buff
arms could become a reality just from constantly holding the
kids.
Related: workouts, weight lifting, sculpted arms, resistance training, obama, muscle tone, michelle obama, jessica biel, jennifer garner, jennifer aniston, health, fitness, exercise
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Posted by MahLi Fri Feb 27, 2009 12:00pm PST
Excuse me. Where's the advice on HOW to do this? All this article tells us is what we already know - it looks good.
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Posted by Brighteyes Fri Feb 27, 2009 12:31pm PST
Ditto. get some ideas and share them. not just the pics of the arms...duh
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Posted by Lavenya Dilip Fri Feb 27, 2009 1:48pm PST
Hey MahLi & Brighteyes! Thanks for the feedback.Just click on the link "Health" embedded in the last sentence of the first paragraph. It would take you to the Health site that gives some good pointers about some workout routines for toning arms. Hope it helps.
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Posted by cheryl Fri Feb 27, 2009 7:09pm PST
Michelle's HAIR looks great too! Looking chique! She's Beautiful Inside & Out!
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Posted by James Fri Feb 27, 2009 7:20pm PST
I walk two or three times a week. This tones my arms,thighs and hips. I would like more info on other methods of obtaining better shaped arms,I don't have a trainer or attend a gym.
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Posted by what a waste Fri Feb 27, 2009 7:24pm PST
Her teeth are horrible, she has a very misshapen bottom part of her face because of this
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Posted by Dotsi Fri Feb 27, 2009 7:49pm PST
I think Michelle is fabulous, real class! What a pleasant change in first ladies. Now, how about providing some upper arm exercises for those of us who are over 60. I always get the impression that there is an attitde toward aging women which says, "Honey, it is too late for you!" I donot believe so, but would like some guidance on how to build arm strength and maybe tone my upper arms. I know they will never look like Michelles but am sure they could look better.
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Posted by cheyenne Fri Feb 27, 2009 8:00pm PST
I'm with you dotsi, i'm 52 & no one at the gym is much help..Michelle looks fab....when I was in my 20's, my arm muscles became large from lifting at work, then flabby when I got a different job...so I think I am just screwed...if anyone know something that definitely works, please share....thanks.....
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Posted by Jajuana Fri Feb 27, 2009 8:04pm PST
Wow! This Picture in itself is motivation for me! I don't need to read the 'HOW TO" until tomorrow...I will just stare at her "God-Given" Beauty and dig a little deeper for my own to be revealed...I was on my way to Dunkin DONUTS until I checked my email and stumbled upon this Inspiring Picture...If she is doing it, then it's possible for me...Thanks!All haters...I will pray for you.
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