Let's talk seriously about...

Misty Posted: Mar 10, 2003 11:39 PM

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...flabby arms, freckles, and strapless dresses. I'm freaking out that I'm gonna look horrible!

I've been doing arm excercises, and have no visible results yet, anyone have any advice? And my arms have freckles, I soooo wish I had the clean smooth arm look. Just shy of hitting the dermablend counter...what to do?

bride04 Posted: Mar 11, 2003 12:17 AM

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I have freckles too. They don't bother me. I've learned to like them. Maybe you could get some Freckle Juice!

As for the flabbiness, just keep at it. It takes a while to see results. How long have you been exercising?

And don't worry, you will look beautiful no matter what.

Diane Posted: Mar 11, 2003 07:28 AM

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The BEST arm workout you can do are PUSH UPS!!!!

It works out all your upper body muscles. You have to also work out your tri-ceps and bi-ceps.
Are you using weights??
How many pounds?? You also have to go with a heavy weight after you are comfortable with the lighter ones.

Valenia Posted: Mar 11, 2003 07:39 AM

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Whoever does your makeup could cover up the freckles on your arms if they bother you.

IrishTracy Posted: Mar 11, 2003 07:39 AM

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Mistyeyed-I am in the same boat!! I have learned to except my freckles!! (Hell, It's one of those lovely Irish things!) Plus,it's a part of who you are! If you really hate them maybe your make-up person can cover them.

The arms I've been working on. That's the best you can do!

The main thing is you got to learn now matter what that you are beautiful! And the man you are marrying knows that.

Sassy Posted: Mar 11, 2003 08:08 AM

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Ha ha Misty, I don't have the freckles, but I sure do have the flabby arms and trying to wear strapless
I have the 5 pound weights at home that I haven't touched in at least a year.
I better get started NOW

Crisco718 Posted: Mar 11, 2003 08:18 AM

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I read in a magazine that in addition to your regular workout you should do arm exercises the day before or a few hours before your event. This will give the muscles extra pop and definition.

wacky Posted: Mar 11, 2003 09:46 AM

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Oh Please, I have been bringing this fat ass to the gym regularly now.

I also went and purchsed ToFu today, there is this lady at work whom they just hired and she is my motivation

But Misty Remember you will look beautiful no matter what.

HappyEverAfter Posted: Mar 11, 2003 09:48 AM

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I got the Buff Brides book, it has great strength training workouts for three days a week. I combine that w. 3 days of cardio a week, and am seeing results. I like the Buff Brides b.c it gives a different set of excersizes every day, so its not boring.

StayandJohn Posted: Mar 11, 2003 09:49 AM

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I started using the personal trainer at Ballys about 2 weeks ago. She taught me a great excercise for arms. I can see the difference already.

With 5 lbs weights, stand with your feet hip width apart, holding the weights and your elbows slightly bent, your palms facing upwards, raise your arms slowly up and out to your shoulder. I do 3 sets of 12 reps, burns but effective.

Ronnie&Theresa Posted: Mar 11, 2003 10:00 AM

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Stacy see any SHEMALES WALKING around?

Lol..

Love ya girlie!

StayandJohn Posted: Mar 11, 2003 10:03 AM

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LOL no but last night the BIATCHES were out in droves!

Ronnie&Theresa Posted: Mar 11, 2003 10:05 AM

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That whole gym is a nightmare..

I fm'ed you...

I don't know how you go there. I would be smacking people!

mv1003 Posted: Mar 11, 2003 10:14 AM

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You're cute! I've got freckles too. Just remember, your FI asked you to marry him b/c he loves you- and your freckles! I'm sure you'll be stunning no matter what!!!

As far as the arms go- I had the same fear. I personally call them my bingo arms! I didn't want the arms like the old ladies that jiggle when they win Don't give up! keep warming up your muscles and doing some weights- it'll definitely pay off. Perhaps check out the Buff Brides- or even shape (on line) to see different exercises you can do too! Good luck!

Misty Posted: Mar 11, 2003 10:36 AM

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LOL you ladies have me hysterical.

I'm trying to do the arm workouts every morning, but I always forget. I guess I'll just hope that the arm freckles won't be that noticeable!

Thank you for all of your kind words of encouragement and the giggles. Freckle Juice killed me.

IrishTracy Posted: Mar 11, 2003 11:34 AM

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MV-I call them bingo arms as well!!

JENHOS Posted: Mar 11, 2003 03:33 PM

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Ok I have all three. The freckles are no problem and actually look fine and I have A LOT of them.

Here is a fairly close up of my shoulder to show off a smaple of my freckles