As the world maintains social distance due to the COVID-19 outbreak, going to the gym for a high intensity workout is no longer an option. But do not let this discourage you from get moving. Especially when you are working from home and your upper body is constantly under stress as you are glued to the screens. To help solve this problem, we have compiled a list of upper body workouts that you can try at home with or without equipment.
While many upper-body exercises involve the use of equipment like dumbbells, you don’t always need them. After all, your body has weight and that can be used as an equipment. Using your body weight, you can have stronger arms, shoulders and torso. Let’s take a look at the best upper body workout that you can try at home.
Plank Tap
This workout is a slight variation of the regular plank and is exceptionally beneficial for your core, glutes, deltoids and triceps.
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- Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder distance apart and palms supporting the weight of your upper body.
- Make sure your shoulders are right above your wrists and your core is engaged with legs extended behind you.
- Putting your weight on the left arm, tap your right hand to your left shoulder.
- Repeat the same tapping action with your left hand and this completes a single repetition.
- To get best results, go for 5-8 repetitions in each set.
- If you are a beginner, 1-2 sets are enough but as you gain mastery over this workout, increase the number of sets.
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Push-up
Push ups are a great workout for upper body. It engages your core, strengthens your neck, shoulder and arm muscles.
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- Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder distance apart and shoulders right above your wrists.
- By bending your elbows, lower your chest to the floor but do not touch it. However, if you are a beginner, you can drop your knees for support.
- Using your palms, support your upper body and straighten your arms.
- Lowering and returning back to the original position completes one repetition.
- Go for 5-8 repetitions and complete 3-5 sets for a stronger upper body.
