{"id":48291,"date":"2025-04-25T03:09:12","date_gmt":"2025-04-25T03:09:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/48291\/"},"modified":"2025-04-25T03:09:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T03:09:12","slug":"best-no-equipment-arm-workout-for-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/48291\/","title":{"rendered":"Best No-Equipment Arm Workout For Women"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"0\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">You don\u2019t need a pricey gym membership or a set of weights to start building <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a64409772\/how-to-do-a-pull-up-strength-training-program-ultimate-pull-up-plan\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a64409772\/how-to-do-a-pull-up-strength-training-program-ultimate-pull-up-plan\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"upper-body strength\" data-node-id=\"0.1\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">upper-body strength<\/a>\u2014just your own body. Whether you&#8217;re tight on time, space, or equipment, bodyweight arm exercises offer a surprisingly powerful way to challenge your muscles and improve functional strength from wherever you are.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"1\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">And no, \u201cjust\u201d using your body weight doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019ll be easy. \u201cThink about how time completely stops when you&#8217;re holding a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a19983224\/plank-exercise\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a19983224\/plank-exercise\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"plank\" data-node-id=\"1.1\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">plank<\/a>,\u201d says fitness coach Corrine Carnation, CPT. \u201cWhen your arms start to shake and you&#8217;re wondering how something so simple can be so hard\u2014that\u2019s the beauty of it.\u201d These no-equipment moves can not only sculpt muscle, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a62704292\/exercise-for-bone-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a62704292\/exercise-for-bone-health\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"support bone health\" data-node-id=\"1.3\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">support bone health<\/a>, too.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"2\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">To help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g27393163\/strength-training-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g27393163\/strength-training-exercises\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"build strength\" data-node-id=\"2.1\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">build strength<\/a> without a single piece of gear, we asked top trainers to share their favorite equipment-free arm exercises and exactly how to do them. All you need is a little motivation\u2014and maybe a towel to mop up the sweat.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"4\" class=\"body-tip css-13fzjfi emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"4.0\">Meet the experts: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tatianalampa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tatianalampa\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Tatiana Lampa\" data-node-id=\"4.1\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">Tatiana Lampa<\/a>, CPT, is a personal trainer, corrective exercise specialist, and founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/trainingwithtapp\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/trainingwithtapp\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Training with T\" data-node-id=\"4.3\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">Training with T<\/a>, a virtual training app. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/corrinecarnation\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/corrinecarnation\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Corrine Carnation\" data-node-id=\"4.5\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">Corrine Carnation<\/a>, CPT, is a personal and group fitness trainer and the creator of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/betteryou_betterliving\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/betteryou_betterliving\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Better You, Better Living\" data-node-id=\"4.7\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">Better You, Better Living<\/a>, a virtual training program. <\/p>\n<p><strong data-node-id=\"5.0\">How To Get The Most Out Of A No-Equipment Arm Workout<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"6\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">To get the most out of a no-equipment arm workout, you\u2019ll want to <strong data-node-id=\"6.1\">focus on three key strategies: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"7\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"7.0\">High reps<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"7.1\">Slow tempo<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"7.2\">Compound movements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"8\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">\u201cThe best way to build arm definition with just bodyweight is repetition, consistency, and adding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a36149901\/time-under-tension\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a36149901\/time-under-tension\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"time under tension\" data-node-id=\"8.1\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">time under tension<\/a>,\u201d says fitness coach Tatiana Lampa, CPT. Since you\u2019re not using external weight, aim to <strong data-node-id=\"8.3\">increase your rep count<\/strong> by two to six reps per set compared to what you\u2019d typically do with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702885\/arm-toning-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702885\/arm-toning-exercises\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"dumbbells\" data-node-id=\"8.5\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">dumbbells<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g29565103\/best-resistance-band-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g29565103\/best-resistance-band-exercises\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"resistance bands\" data-node-id=\"8.7\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">resistance bands<\/a>. This extra volume helps fatigue your muscles, which is essential for building strength and endurance.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"9\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">Next, <strong data-node-id=\"9.1\">slow down your reps<\/strong> to increase time under tension. \u201cControlling the tempo of your movements maximizes the time your muscles are working,\u201d says Lampa. For example, try lowering into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a64478358\/mel-robbins-11-push-ups-how-many-should-women-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a64478358\/mel-robbins-11-push-ups-how-many-should-women-do\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"push-up\" data-node-id=\"9.3\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">push-up<\/a> for a slow count of three to five seconds, then press up quickly on a one-second count.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"10\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">Lastly, choose <strong data-node-id=\"10.1\">compound bodyweight moves<\/strong> that engage your arms and surrounding muscle groups. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a24851851\/bicep-workouts-for-women\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a24851851\/bicep-workouts-for-women\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"biceps\" data-node-id=\"10.5\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">biceps<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g28242946\/best-triceps-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g28242946\/best-triceps-exercises\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"triceps\" data-node-id=\"10.7\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">triceps<\/a> don\u2019t work in isolation\u2014movements that also challenge your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g26871210\/best-chest-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g26871210\/best-chest-exercises\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"chest\" data-node-id=\"10.9\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">chest<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20703368\/the-best-shoulder-workout\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20703368\/the-best-shoulder-workout\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"shoulders\" data-node-id=\"10.11\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">shoulders<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702505\/core-workout-routine\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702505\/core-workout-routine\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"core\" data-node-id=\"10.13\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">core<\/a> (like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a19981777\/30-day-pushup-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a19981777\/30-day-pushup-challenge\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"push-ups\" data-node-id=\"10.15\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">push-ups<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g21346960\/plank-exercise-variations\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g21346960\/plank-exercise-variations\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"plank variations\" data-node-id=\"10.17\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">plank variations<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20698021\/triceps-dip\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20698021\/triceps-dip\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"triceps dips\" data-node-id=\"10.19\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">triceps dips<\/a>) are your best bet for building functional strength and visible definition.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"11\" class=\"body-tip css-13fzjfi emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"11.0\">Pro tip:<\/strong> If you want to make a bodyweight arm workout even harder, Lampa suggests adding time under tension, more reps, and less rest time. <\/p>\n<p><strong data-node-id=\"12.0\">A Simple No-Equipment Arm Workout For Women<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"13\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">There are plenty of ways to build arm strength and definition, but when you\u2019re using only body weight as your resistance, \u201cyou\u2019re going to need to be extra intentional and consistent,\u201d says fitness coach Corrine Carnation, CPT. When not using external resistance, it takes some strategy to engage muscles and get the most out of each rep, including choosing the right exercises.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"14\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">Carnation and Lampa put together a list of their top 10 bodyweight arm exercises to help you get started\u2014all-levels, welcomed.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"15\" class=\"body-tip css-13fzjfi emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"15.0\">Time:<\/strong> 20 minutes | <strong data-node-id=\"15.2\">Equipment: <\/strong>None | <strong data-node-id=\"15.4\">Good for:<\/strong> Arms, back, chest<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"16\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"16.0\">Instructions<\/strong><strong data-node-id=\"16.1\">: <\/strong>For a full arm workout, choose six moves from the list below. Perform 12 to 20 reps of each, then continue to the next move without a break. When you finish all six, rest for 60 seconds, then repeat three more times for a total of four rounds. Even though these exercises are bodyweight-only, don\u2019t forget to incorporate an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/a63752873\/longevity-stretches\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/a63752873\/longevity-stretches\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"upper-body warmup\" data-node-id=\"16.3\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">upper-body warmup<\/a> before getting into more intense exercises.<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550549_335_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"18.0\"> 1. Push-Up<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"19\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"19.0\">Why it rocks:<\/strong> Both Carnation and Lampa put this upper body staple at the top of the list. Push-ups hit all the major arm muscles while helping you target the chest and shoulder girdle (AKA your shoulder \u201ccore\u201d). They build strength and stability in the shoulder while also serving as a great way to put important weight through the bones of the wrists, which are more prone to fractures as we age. Plus, they\u2019re endlessly modifiable, making them great for beginners and pros. A classic push-up will always have its place, but there are tons of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702206\/how-to-pushup\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702206\/how-to-pushup\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"variations\" data-node-id=\"19.2\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">variations<\/a> out there to explore\u2014find a version that challenges you!<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"20\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"20.0\">How to<\/strong>: <\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"21\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"21.0\">Get on the floor in a plank position. Place your hands a little wider than a typical plank positioning, aligned with your chest.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"21.1\">Brace your core and squeeze your glutes. Don&#8217;t allow your back to arch or cave downward.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"21.2\">Bend your elbows to lower yourself towards the floor.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"21.3\">Then, push up if you can. If not, use your knees to raise up and get back into the starting position. <strong data-node-id=\"21.3.1\">That\u2019s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"22\" class=\"body-tip css-13fzjfi emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"22.0\">Modifications:<\/strong> knee push-ups, wall push-ups, incline push-ups<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550549_331_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"24.0\">2. Superman<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"25\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"25.0\">Why it rocks:<\/strong> You\u2019d be surprised how much lying on your stomach and lifting your arms against gravity makes you work. This prone (on your stomach) arm burner does just that, targeting the muscles on the back of the arms and shoulders, including the triceps, lats and shoulders. Think you\u2019re not lifting any resistance? The weight of your arms (which, combined, is about 10 to 12 percent of your total body weight) acts as the resistance.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"26\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"26.0\">How to: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"27\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"27.0\">Lie on your stomach with your arms (overhead) and legs fully extended while keeping your head relaxed and spine neutral by looking at the floor in front of you instead of up.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"27.1\">Contract your core muscles to stabilize your spine, while simultaneously raising both your legs and arms a few inches off the ground, keeping your head and neck neutral.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"27.2\">Hold at top for 3 to 5 seconds.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"27.3\">Gently lower yourself back to the starting position. <strong data-node-id=\"27.3.1\">That\u2019s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550550_466_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"29.0\">3. Triceps Dip<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"30\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"30.0\">Why it rocks:<\/strong> As the name suggests, these mainly target the triceps\u2014the muscles on the back of your arm that are important for straightening the elbow and pushing your body away from the floor. Chest and shoulders are also involved.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"31\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"31.0\">How to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"32\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"32.0\">Sit in a chair and grip the front edges of it with both hands.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"32.1\">Scoot butt forward until it&#8217;s hovering just off the seat and legs form 90-degree angles and straighten arms.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"32.2\">Lower body down until elbows form 90-degree angles.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"32.3\">Engage the back of your arms to press back to start. <strong data-node-id=\"32.3.1\">That&#8217;s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550550_47_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"34.0\">4. Bear Crawl<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"35\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"35.0\">Why it rocks:<\/strong> We love an arm exercise that also hits multiple larger muscles in the core, chest, shoulders. The bear crawl does just that, combining full-body movement with an exercise that requires strength and endurance in the arms. <\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"36\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"36.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"36.0.0\">How to: <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"37\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"37.0\">Get on all fours into a table top position with shoulders stacked over wrists and hip directly over knees. Engage your lats (the muscles on your back below your armpits that you&#8217;d feel if you gave yourself a hug) and maintain a neutral spine.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.1\">Now, hover your knees slightly off the floor.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.2\">Next, move your left hand and right knee slightly forward while keeping your hips parallel to the floor and maintaining a neutral spine. Then, do the same thing with your other hand and knee so that you meet back in quadruped position. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.3\">Reverse the movement to return to start. <strong data-node-id=\"37.3.1\"><strong data-node-id=\"37.3.1.0\">That&#8217;s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"38\" class=\"body-tip css-13fzjfi emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"38.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"38.0.0\">Form tip<\/strong><\/strong><strong data-node-id=\"38.1\">: <\/strong>Widen your stance to help stabilize your hips, if needed. \u201cImagine you\u2019re balancing a glass of water on your back and you don&#8217;t want to spill it,\u201d says Lampa. <\/p>\n<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550550_15_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"42.0\">5. Plank Up Downs<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"43\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"43.0\">Why it rocks: <\/strong>This high-to-low plank combo doubles the intensity by combining the two isometric moves for a dynamic upper body burn. It also forces you to isolate each arm\u2013a sneaky way of increasing resistance without changing the resistance itself. This combo move targets the chest, arms, core and shoulders, and to add to the challenge, you get to decide how long you hold each phase of the plank.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"44\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"44.0\">How to: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"45\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"45.0\">Start in a high plank with back flat and shoulders over wrists.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"45.1\">Lower right forearm to the mat.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"45.2\">Lower left forearm to the mat, and pause in the forearm plank position.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"45.3\">Place right hand on the mat, and press to straighten right elbow.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"45.4\">Place left hand on the mat and press to straight left elbow into high plank. <strong data-node-id=\"45.4.1\">That\u2019s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550551_737_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"47.0\">6. Renegade Row<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"48\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"48.0\">Why it rocks: <\/strong>This plank spinoff hits the back of the arms and shoulders for an extra kick (or punch?) or muscle activation. By combining the static burn of a plank with the scapular retraction movement of a row, you can hit the arm and shoulders from all angles. Isolated unilateral weight-bearing through each arm adds resistance to help create muscle definition. <\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"49\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"49.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"49.0.0\">How to: <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"50\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"50.0\">Place your hands on the floor, shoulder-width. Assume a plank position with your feet wider than shoulder-distance apart. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"50.1\">Drive your right arm through the palm into the floor, engage from head to toe, and row the left arm up and to the side of your rib cage\u2014your elbow should be pointed up and back. Keep your body stable as you slowly lower your hand back to the floor. Repeat on the other side. <strong data-node-id=\"50.1.1\"><strong data-node-id=\"50.1.1.0\">That\u2019s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550551_310_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"52.0\">7. Forearm Side Plank<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"53\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"53.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"53.0.0\">Why it rocks:<\/strong><\/strong> Side planks fire up your obliques, shoulders, and glutes all at once, while also building serious core stability. Bonus: It challenges your balance and posture in one go.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"54\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"54.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"54.0.0\">How to: <\/strong><\/strong> <br data-node-id=\"54.2\"\/><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"55\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"55.0\">Start lying on right side with left hand on hip, right arm bent at 90 degrees and forearm flat on the floor so elbow is beneath right shoulder\u2014legs extended with left on top of right, feet flexed.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"55.1\">Engage core, press right palm into floor, and lift hips up into air until body forms a straight line.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"55.2\">Hold the position, then switch sides. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550551_546_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"57\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"58.0\">8. Superman To Pulldown<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"59\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"59.0\">Why it rocks: <\/strong>Just like the classic Superman, this move hits muscles in the back of the arm and middle of the shoulder blades using the weight of your own arms as resistance. This simple move is great for upper body endurance and posture. <\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"60\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"60.0\">How to: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"61\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"61.0\">Lie facedown with arms extended in front of you and legs behind you. Keep palms facing down.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"61.1\">Lift legs and arms at the same time (pretend you&#8217;re being stretched like a piece of taffy).<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"61.2\">Hold this position as you bend arms, squeeze shoulder blades together, and bring elbows to sides to create a &#8220;W&#8221; shape with upper body. (Note: band shown above is not necessary to make this move worthwhile!)<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"61.3\">Reverse the movement and bring arms forward.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"61.4\">Lower body back down to the starting position. <strong data-node-id=\"61.4.1\">That&#8217;s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550551_436_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"63.0\">9. Triceps Circle<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"64\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"64.0\">Why it rocks: <\/strong>This sneaky burner lights up your triceps without any equipment by keeping constant tension on the muscle. Small, controlled circles = big-time arm fatigue and sculpted definition.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"65\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"65.0\">How to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"66\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"66.0\">Start on all fours with knees under hips, hands under shoulders, and spine neutral.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"66.1\">Bend elbows to lower forearms and chest to almost touch the mat.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"66.2\">Skim the mat with torso to bring nose past hands.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"66.3\">Push into the mat with hands to extend arms to return to start. <strong data-node-id=\"66.3.1\">That&#8217;s 1 rep.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1745550551_738_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><strong data-node-id=\"68.0\">10. Side Plank Thread The Needle<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"69\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"69.0\">Why it rocks: <\/strong><strong data-node-id=\"69.1\"\/>This sneaky core crusher targets way more than your shoulders\u2014it works your obliques, upper back, and even your glutes\u2014all while challenging your shoulder joint&#8217;s strength and stability. <\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"70\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"70.0\">How to: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol data-node-id=\"71\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"71.0\">Start in a side forearm plank position, with left forearm on floor, parallel to top of mat, elbow under shoulder, right arm extended straight in air at shoulder height, feet staggered and flexed.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"71.1\">Rotate body forward toward mat and thread right hand between torso and mat.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"71.2\">Reverse the motion to return to start. <strong data-node-id=\"71.2.1\">That&#8217;s 1 rep.<\/strong> Complete all reps, then switch sides and repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong data-node-id=\"72.0\">How To Add This No-Equipment Arm Workout To Your Routine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"73\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">It\u2019s a good idea to incorporate a variety of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g46316399\/best-upper-body-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/g46316399\/best-upper-body-exercises\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"upper body exercises\" data-node-id=\"73.1\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">upper body exercises<\/a> into your workouts regularly. Aim to work your arms two to three times a week, using a mix of bodyweight and free weight exercises. \u201cIf you\u2019re looking to maximize time, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a28580187\/amrap-meaning\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a28580187\/amrap-meaning\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"AMRAP\" data-node-id=\"73.3\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">AMRAP<\/a> (as many rounds as possible) or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a26825544\/emom-workout\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a26825544\/emom-workout\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"EMOM\" data-node-id=\"73.5\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">EMOM<\/a> (every minute on a minute complete \u201cx\u201d amount of reps\u201d are the best approach,\u201d says Lampa. \u201cYou can always start with the basics of 3 sets of 10 then build your reps and intensity from there.\u201d <\/p>\n<p>Related Story<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"75\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">You can either pick and choose a few exercises to incorporate into a full-body or upper-body workout, or dedicate a few sessions per week to target upper-body muscle groups. That could look like:<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"76\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"76.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"76.0.0\">Upper-body day 1:<\/strong> Back and biceps<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"76.1\"><strong data-node-id=\"76.1.0\">Upper-body day 2: <\/strong>Chest and triceps<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"76.2\"><strong data-node-id=\"76.2.0\">Upper-body day 3:<\/strong> Shoulders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"77\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">Or <\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"78\" class=\"css-9b1pbo emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"78.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"78.0.0\">Upper-body day 1:<\/strong> Back, biceps, triceps<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"78.1\"><strong data-node-id=\"78.1.0\">Upper-body day 2: <\/strong>Chest and shoulders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"79\" class=\"css-auya5i emevuu60\">After six to 12 weeks of doing the same schedule, it\u2019s time to switch up your programming to continue challenging your muscles, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702885\/arm-toning-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a20702885\/arm-toning-exercises\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Lampa previously told WH\" data-node-id=\"79.1\" class=\"body-link css-7bauu1 emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">Lampa previously told WH<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p><strong data-node-id=\"80.0\">Want to add resistance to your routine? <\/strong>Check out these workouts:Related Stories<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0acdd533-20e9-4fa1-b4f3-9214f091d288_1548449708.JPG\" alt=\"Headshot of Dr. Rachel Tavel PT, DPT, CSCS\" title=\"Headshot of Dr. Rachel Tavel PT, DPT, CSCS\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"css-o0wq4v ev8dhu53\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Rachel Tavel is a doctor of physical therapy, strength and conditioning specialist certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and writer. Her writing has been published in Forbes, Fortune, Men\u2019s Health, Women\u2019s Health, Runner\u2019s World, SELF, Bicycling Magazine, The Huffington Post, and more. She co-authored the book \u201cStretch Yourself Healthy Guide: Easy Routines to Relieve Pain, Boost Energy, and Feel Refreshed\u201d (Prevention, 2020) and is a Forbes Health Advisory Board Member. Prior to becoming a physical therapist, Rachel was a travel writer living and traveling throughout South America. Connect: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.racheltavel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.racheltavel.com<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/racheltaveldpt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@racheltaveldpt<\/a>, Email: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a64578081\/no-equipment-arm-workouts\/mailto:hello@racheltavel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hello@racheltavel.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You don\u2019t need a pricey gym membership or a set of weights to start building upper-body strength\u2014just your&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":48292,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4322],"tags":[17687,26267,1331,1630,105,1381,26266,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-48291","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-fitness","8":"tag-content-type-how-to-service","9":"tag-contentid-6e983c54-2af9-47f2-a5e8-7a8f23581e21","10":"tag-displaytype-standard-article","11":"tag-fitness","12":"tag-health","13":"tag-locale-us","14":"tag-shorttitle-how-to-get-stronger-arms-without-lifting-weights","15":"tag-uk","16":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114396408989107525","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48291","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48291"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48291\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48292"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48291"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48291"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48291"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}