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Flabby Arms/Bat Wings ~ Arm Toning Exercises for Mature Women

I get asked all the time by my YouTube viewers to make a workout video and they finally wore me down, and to my great surprise, here I am posting a workout video. I was reluctant to do one because I’m not an exercise professional, just someone who works out at home and loves it! For the first video, I’m concentrating on the upper arms and shoulders because that seems to be a problem area for most women and people like my results and want to know how to get them.

My disclaimer on this is that this is not an instructional video, it’s merely me showing some of my favorite moves from my favorite DVDs (click here for Favorite DVDs 1, and Favorite DVDs 2). If you decide to workout along with me, you do so at your own risk.

Flabby Arms/Bat Wings ~ Arm Toning Workout for Mature Women

26 Responses to "Flabby Arms/Bat Wings ~ Arm Toning Exercises for Mature Women"

Linda Bock says:

December 27, 2019 at 1:08 am

Hello. I’m 67 female , Both my knees are bad and am having total knee replacement surgery in a couple of months. I have difficulty right now in bending, stooping or standing for more than 5-6 minutes use a walker and a cane as well. My question is..how do I firm up my upper arm muscles as well losing my “Batwings”?. I have a weight bench and free weights ranging from 2 pounds all the way to 50 pounds. So what size weights do I use? And what other exercises can I do to work around the bad knees? Thanks in advance!

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1. Angie says:
  
  December 27, 2019 at 2:08 pm
  
  Hi Linda~ You can do arm excercises sitting in a chair! I’d start with 2 lb. weights and you can do all the same exercises I do in this video but just the arm part while sitting in a chair. When doing it with 2 lbs gets easy you can go up to 4-5 lbs. Good luck with the knee replacement! I think getting your upper body in shape will help with recovery. xo ~angie
  
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Beth Roy says:

April 25, 2019 at 10:14 am

Angie…you are my HERO!!

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Susan Laramie says:

September 27, 2016 at 11:16 pm

Hi Angie! I’m 63 and have pretty obvious bat wings. I’m afraid to lose weight because it will make matters worse. Is it possible to be as slim as you are, and be able to firm up a large amount of loose skin… especially if I lose more weight?I could stand to lose 20 pounds but my esthetician says it will age my face, so there’s the rub! I’m getting ready to start retin A. I know that will help some and a faithful sunblock user. Im getting ready to try your skincare recommendations. I’m a huge follower of beautypedia and have been using Paula’s Choice for years,
so I’m familiar with ingredients, etc.

I’m rambling…sorry! I’m still blessed to look younger than I am…but time is ticking!

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1. Angie says:
  
  September 30, 2016 at 11:09 am
  
  Hi Susan~ I don’t know if losing 20 pounds will result in lots of excess sagging skin… I think people who lose lots of weight do have that problem and there’s really nothing topical that can fix it. If you want to lose a few pounds, go ahead and start. Check your face/skin after you’ve lost 10 pounds and see if you look better or worse and then take it from there…
  
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Sarah says:

August 20, 2016 at 1:22 am

Angie, I found your workout, got some weights and started it a few days ago. It’s the perfect length. I really love your positive, encouraging tone, and how you look into the camera at all of “us”. I wonder if there is another way to do the “bench” exercises, as I can’t find a bench like that here in Japan. The height is pretty important? Many thanks.

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anne says:

February 4, 2016 at 10:48 am

Hi Angie!
I’m hoping you’ll post a Stretching/Flexibility video which everyone needs but especially as we’re aging!! As a former Fitness Instructor, I would say you’re like a Pro and make it easy to follow – best part is you keep it controlled without fast movements to torque joints. And you give us just what we need! This may be a duplicate post – wasn’t sure the first one made to the site! Hugs! and so appreciate all your efforts to make our aging lives a little more fun!

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Anne says:

February 3, 2016 at 9:19 am

Hi Angie,

I have really enjoyed your upper & lower workout videos! As a former fitness instructor for over 15 years, I have to say you could be a pro!!! Having worked with seniors in the past and realizing that I am now one myself, :)< the perspective does change. You offer a safe but very effective approach combining the best of so many DVD's into an effective, easy to follow approach. I would LOVE to have you make a (total body) Stretch & Flexibility Video that ALL of us need! If you already have one, let me know! Otherwise, please do consider for 2016!!! Thank you for all you do!!! Hugs! 🙂

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1. Angie says:
  
  February 4, 2016 at 10:12 pm
  
  Thanks so much Anne! Great idea, I’ll get on it…
  
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Stefanie C. says:

June 25, 2015 at 11:14 am

Though I am not 50 yet, I will be in a couple of years and I want to be in the best shape of my life including my teenage years. Thank you for a good workout. I realized even more how out of shape I am when trying to balance on one knee. I just started laughing because I could not do it. But I did not give up and continued.

Thanks again.

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Angie says:

March 23, 2015 at 5:26 pm

I loved the upper arm workout.Do you have lower body and a ab routine.

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 23, 2015 at 10:33 pm
  
  Yes, here’s the lower body routine (each one has some ab work at the end): http://www.hotandflashy50.com/hips-butt-thighs-lower-body-workout-mature-women/
  
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jodi says:

March 22, 2015 at 5:07 pm

Darn girl… You look so good. Love your strong shoulders. Just wanted to drop a compliment and say thank you for your wonderful blog 🙂 I’m turning 50 in a few days. I’m a runner, I need to add more weights. I was reading about how important strong muscles will be as we continue to live our athletic lifestyles. Thanks for the ideas. Running out to add a medicine ball to my gear.

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 23, 2015 at 10:37 pm
  
  Happy Birthday Jodi, & welcome to the hot&flashy club!!
  
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Colleen says:

March 7, 2015 at 11:18 am

Hi Angie love your workout videos… Question the medicine ball your using is it gel filled or other…where did you buy it n what brand?? Btw love the results your getting!

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 15, 2015 at 5:02 pm
  
  Hi Colleen~ My medicine ball is filled with sand (I think). I got it a Benny’s (greatest store on the planet!), years ago and I’m not sure what brand it it but you can pick one up at Marshall’s or Target or any sporting goods store. Thanks for working out with me!!
  
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joanne lepore says:

March 4, 2015 at 6:33 pm

Hi Angie I just love your videos and feel like you are my new best friend!! we are the same age and I too have all of the same issues with skin changes, aging and products that claim they work and then dont,..and all of the above. Really just want to thank you for going out there and doing something different, non sponsored, true to the self and sharing with others for the time and beautiful energy that you have put out there. I am doing my upper body routine with you, using some of the same products and loving your videos, keep up the great information!

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Tonya Bowen says:

October 14, 2014 at 12:26 pm

Awesome! I envy your arms! Thanks for this post and the wonderful videos as it’s much easier to follow through the arm toning exercise 🙂

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I B says:

October 10, 2014 at 4:34 pm

Dear Angie, I have been reading your blog for quite some time and have thoroughly enjoyed all the tips you give on makeup, style, health etc. I just bought some weights today to begin working on my upper arms and would like to know what height is the bench that you use in your video. That particular exercise I have seen on another site but the only “bench” I have found is only six inches high; yours looks higher than that and I want to find one that will give me a good workout. I am in my early seventies and have tried Curves and the Y but need to exercise at home since I am retired and need to watch my budget. Thank you for your videos and also your willingness to share your food, style and makeup tips. All are greatly appreciated.
Be blessed.

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1. Angie says:
  
  October 16, 2014 at 1:21 pm
  
  My bench is 8″ high, so it’s not much bigger than yours. Most benches sold these days are adjustable to a few different heights (by adding risers). It’s so great that you’re finding a way to continue your fitness routine even on a fixed budget!!
  
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Susan alford says:

August 20, 2014 at 11:50 pm

I started watching some of your u tube videos about a month ago, you have some great information for women, and I think that’s why I liked your videos so much because, you come across with issues of a real person. The video was great, and you really should do others, for the complete upper and lower body. Simplicity and straight to the point is the best workout, anyone could do, and also be very affective! If you decide not to do any more videos, I’d love to know what are some of the ones, that you think would be beneficial. Thanks again for the encouragement!
P.s. I know you try a lot of products, but have you ever tried any cream, with pure bee venom? If so, what did you think!

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Diane says:

August 9, 2014 at 11:05 am

Thanks so much for this video! I needed some upper body workout exercises, these were all great!
Ps what tennis shoe were you wearing?
Thx!
D

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Gwen says:

July 28, 2014 at 10:31 pm

Everything is just about right for my fitness level and age. I love this little arm workout. I need it so bad, (my teenagers say it looks so gross)! 🙁 geeesssh ! Out of the mouth of babes huh? My tummy is the next to get some attention. BTW do you know any good tummy toners?

So I will keep doing these arm exercises a few times a week and in a month or two, I will let you know how I think it all worked!

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Karen says:

July 27, 2014 at 11:45 pm

I loved this Angie! I hope you’ll share lower body next. You look awesome!

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Margaret says:

July 26, 2014 at 3:35 pm

Very impressive, Angie! You inspire me! Cheers and all the very best wishes to you.

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Chrystal G. says:

July 26, 2014 at 2:20 pm

Thank you so much for the video & you’re in Great shape !
On a side note… I love your faded or marbled painted wall look 🙂

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