What are some good upper-body exercises that I can do at home?

Question

I want to work my upper body, mostly abs and arms, but I don't want to go to a gym or use workout gear. Are push-ups and sit-ups good, or are there better methods and exercises? Thanks!

Answer 1

Pull-ups.

Answer 2

push ups and sit ups are great workouts but you really shouls purchase a pair of dumbells because you can do multiple workouts with those to greatly increase your muscle tone and strength.

Answer 3

Here are some exercises that require no equipment except for something like a coffee table and a couch.  I've also provided a link for each muscle group I've given exercises for(bicep, tricep, chest, forearm, abs).  Each link will take you to a page that has a picture of the exercise and a video link so you know exactly how to perform it.  Hope this helps...

***Chin-Up***

Main Muscle Worked: Biceps

Other Muscles Worked: Forearms, Lats

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Compound

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***Bench Dips*** (use chairs, a table, etc.  You don't need an actual bench)

Main Muscle Worked: Triceps

Other Muscles Worked: Chest

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Compound

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***Push-Ups With Feet Elevated***

Main Muscle Worked: Chest

Other Muscles Worked: Triceps, Shoulders

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Compound

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***Wrist Circles***

Main Muscle Worked: Forearms

Other Muscles Worked: None

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Isolation

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***Butt-Ups***

Main Muscle Worked: Abdominals

Other Muscles Worked: None

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Compound

***Bent-Knee Hip Raise***

Main Muscle Worked: Abdominals

Other Muscles Worked: None

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Compound

***Air Bike***

Main Muscle Worked: Abdominals

Other Muscles Worked: None

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Compound

***Crunch - Hands Overhead***

Main Muscle Worked: Abdominals

Other Muscles Worked: None

Equipment: BodyOnly

Mechanics Type: Isolation