Ravi Shankar Ravi Shankar Asked 5 months ago

How to lose flabby arms after weight loss?

I recently lost a good amount of weight, but now my arms look quite flabby because of loose skin. It's making me hesitant to wear short sleeves. What can I do to lose flabby arms after weight loss?

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Aditya Singh Aditya Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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For flabby arms, it's mostly about building muscle. Focus on targeted strength training like bicep curls, tricep extensions, and overhead presses. Consistency is key. You'll see toning over time. Diet also plays a role in reducing overall body fat.

Rajesh Patel Rajesh Patel Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

To lose fat anywhere, including arms, maintaining stable blood sugar is important. Avoid excess sugars and refined carbs to prevent fat storage. Combine this with exercises that target arm muscles. Small weights or even bodyweight exercises work well.

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Gaurav Singh Gaurav Singh Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Flabby arms? Haha, I just tell myself it's extra cushioning. But seriously, after some weight loss, you gotta hit the gym for those arms. Maybe push-ups or lifting something heavier than my coffee mug. When I get enough sleep, that is.

Kabir Desai Kabir Desai Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Lots of fitness apps have specific 'arm toning' workouts you can do at home with minimal equipment. Look for exercises like tricep dips, push-ups (even wall push-ups are a start), and using water bottles as weights. Consistency with these, along with overall calorie management, will show results.

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Sita Rao Sita Rao Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For the arms, my family used to say massage with warm oil, but for real toning, it is better to do some exercises. Like lifting light weights. But always consult doctor or a good physio before starting anything new. Health is primary, beta.

Priya Kumar Priya Kumar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get how frustrating it can be to lose weight and still have those flabby arms. It made me feel so self-conscious sometimes. Remember your weight loss is a huge achievement first. Then, gentle strength training can help tone them up.

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