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The Best Upper Body Exercises
Back Toning Exercises
Chest Toning Exercises
Arm Toning Exercises

Upper body exercises help to maintain proper posture and should be performed properly to avoid chance of injury.

A strong body is important for proper posture to avoid oreliminate the related aches and pains. It is important to stand tall with your shoulders back and make sure not to slump when standing or sitting. When you round the shoulders forward it tightens the chest and pulls at the back in turn causing pain. Regular stretching and self care can help you to maintainproper posture and musculature.

These muscle groups include:

Back and Neck Muscles -Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Trapezius

Chest Muscles -Pectoral Major and Minor

Shoulders -Anterior (front), Medial (Side) and Posterior (Rear) Deltoids

Arms - Biceps Brachii and Triceps Brachii

Staying strong also helps us in our everyday activities such as carrying the groceries, picking up boxes, or carting around luggage. Check out the exercises below and add them to your routine!

Chest Exercises



Back Exercises



Arms Exercises




Shoulder Exercises



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