Resistance is key for rebuilding strong, toned arms.<\/p>\n
Developing toned arms is a top priority for many gym-goers. We get it\u2014they look great. But building arm strength<\/a> is so much more than just aesthetics as you age. Strong arms<\/a> are necessary for living a confident, active life. From reaching high in your cabinets to pushing a shopping cart and carrying groceries, arm strength will help keep you independent.<\/p>\n \u201cWhen arm strength fades, people quietly start avoiding things. They carry fewer bags, stop reaching overhead, and ask for help with tasks they used to handle themselves. Keeping the arms and grip strong helps prevent that loss of confidence and independence,\u201d explains Jacob Siwicki<\/b>, founder and head coach of Siwicki Fitness<\/a>, NCSF and AFAA certified, former top 1% globally ranked Equinox group fitness instructor (2019), Dartmouth economics graduate and former Dartmouth football player, fitness expert on FOX 5 DC, ranked #1 personal trainer in D.C. in 2021.<\/p>\n Remember that resistance is essential for rebuilding arm strength\u2014but that doesn\u2019t mean you need to train with traditional, heavy weights.<\/p>\n \u201cThe difference is that you do not need heavy barbells or an hour at the gym. A pair of dumbbells, water jugs, or grocery bags can provide enough resistance to make progress at home,\u201d Siwicki explains.<\/p>\n We spoke with Siwicki to learn just how to get started. Below are five daily exercises that can help restore arm strength faster than weight training<\/a> after 60.<\/p>\n \tCounter Pushups<\/p>\n 6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e<\/p>\n\n