How to Lift Weights to Tone

Sick of flabby arms? Don't want to lift and get big muscles? Read on to learn how to properly lift weights to tone muscle.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• a pair of 2-10 lb free weights for women
• a pair of 12-20 lb free weights for men

1. To choose what weight to use, do 1 rep of 10 bicep curls. If you feel a burn after 10, this is too much and will build muscle. Choose a lighter weight until you do not feel a burn after 10 curls.
2. Once the appropriate weight is chosen, do a set of 20 lifts (10 per arm or 20 together).
3. Rest for only 1 Minute
4. Repeat for 4 reps with only a 1 minute break in between

Tips & Warnings

• This is teaching your muscles to tone and gain endurance rather than lifting heavy weights which will cause muscle mass.
• Do not continue lifting if you feel any sharp pains anywhere in your body
• Never lift more than you can manage without a spotter to help