Olympic Workouts

Get Arms Like Natalie Coughlin

Eleven-time Olympic medalist Natalie Coughlin knows a thing or two about sculpting—and maintaining—a fiercely fit upper body. For strong, lean, and powerful arms and shoulders like Natalie's, try this strength-training routine
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Swiss-Ball Y Raise

Step 1
Lie facedown on top of a Swiss ball so that your back is flat and your chest is off the ball. Turn your arms so that your palms are facing each other.

Step 2
Raise your arms at a 30-degree angle to your body (so that they form a Y) until they’re in line with your body. Pause, then slowly lower back to the starting position.

  • 3
  • 10-12

This Move Works:

Biceps, Shoulders, Triceps, Upper Back


  • Step 1

  • Step 2

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