Hey all! If anyone has any good video suggestions or tips at all for toning and slimming out Bulkyness in the arms i am all ears! I just started modeling this spring after being a collegiate volleyball player the past 3 years and am struggling on really leaning out my bulky arms (especially my hitting arm for volleyball). Any diet, excercise, or life tips please let me know:)
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hi Ellie! I am the Runway Dietitian and I just wanted to add a little to what Jessica wrote, which I 100% agree with. When we are trying to get rid of bulky muscle sometimes we have to eat in an overall caloric deficit or at least a deficit of certain macronutrients for a certain period of time. At first our body will turn to fat stores and break fat down for fuel / energy, but after a period of time our body will also break down some muscle to use for energy. I don't know your specifics so can not offer specific recommendations, but you can always book a consult with me if you desire a personalized plan. And def keep up with the Runway workouts - doing these workouts consistently really really helps to achieve that long lean physique without adding bulk
Warmly,
Jenn Likover, RD
Hi Ellie! I hear you loud and clear, I was a pole vaulter in high school and built up a lot of upper body muscles my track coach loved but agents hated. The Runway Fitness exercises all work on stabilizing the body and muscles - this means the muscles are forced to squeeze tighter to the bones, resulting in slimming. I recommend not using any dumbbells where weights are suggested, you'll still get an awesome workout, but help slim down the muscles quicker.
Slow and steady wins the race, we want healthy bodies so I'd avoid diets designed at triggering muscle atrophy, they can cause other health issues.
If you're wanting to make sure you don't add bulk, limit protein intake for a bit after a workout. Don't cut out protein, just don't use it to fuel your muscles immediately post workout.
If you have any other questions feel free to ask or find me on IG.
Hope this helps,
Jessica Klein (the red headed trainer in videos)