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STAYING FIT WITH VICKY : HOW TO GET RID OF FLABBY ARMS
Hey, you know those flabby bits under your arms that wave in the wind every time you say goodbye? Those fleshy wings that convince you to purchase a matching sweater every time you buy a tank top or sleeveless dress? Well, those aren’t just the bane of your existence; they happen to many people, even the celebrities too. (Don’t get shocked, hold all horror and awe).
While some regular people aren’t being stalked on the beach by paparazzi looking for every little jiggle, many still want to be able to show off our arms with confidence. Not like “welcome to the gun show” or anything – but strong, defined arms that look amazing in spaghetti straps.
Let me burst some muscle myths and share with you the arms exercise you need to do to get in shape fast. Just do these arm exercises a few times a week and you’ll feel muscles you didn’t even know you had. But pay-off is worth the pain, you will get result. So ditch those stuffy sweater sets and get the “Michelle Obama Arms” of your dreams.
Before you start bursting your booty to get toned, sexy arms, let’s start by bursting some common myths.
MYTH: If I work out my arms, they will get too bulky.
This is the common excuse women make. Women are worried that if they pump iron, they will come out looking “bulky and unfeminine”. Not true. The female body is not made to bulk. Unless you’re genetically unique. You don’t have the testosterone for Rocky Balboa biceps.
MYTH: If I stop the training, my new muscles will turn to fat.
False. If you stop the training, your body may get fat, but it won’t be because you ever had muscles.
To get your arms in the best shape, examine your body and set a realistic goal.
- For women with much arm jiggle, “you’re going to increase repetitions” and increase the amount of arm exercises you are doing in one work-out session. You’ll also need your cardio work to be intensive. But remember, heavier weights will not get you to your goal faster.
- For women with scrawny arms. “The push-up is king”. Make sure to be focusing on push-up exercises as they are a quick way to really build strength. Start with five push-ups a set and work your way up, taking as long as you want.
EXERCISES.
- Hand weights: choose one around eight pounds. No weight? No excuse. Grab two cans of beans or bottles of water and get to work.
- Stability Ball: if you’re 4 feet 11 inches to 5 feet 4 inches, choose a 45 centimetre ball. If you’re 5 feet 5inches to 5 feet 8 inches, choose a 55 centimetre ball. And if you’re 6 feet and taller, use a 65 centimetre ball.
I want you to forget you ever learned a push-up in high school gym class and re-learn this go-to move with my technique.
- Do 15 to 20 repetitions each, 2 to 3 times minimum. If you want, start with modified push-ups (off your knees) and work your way up to full plank.
- Start out in front of a mirror so you can check your alignment. Your hands should be directly under your shoulder and lined up with your chest. Make sure your core is tight and your shoulders and neck are relaxed.
- Use your triceps to help execute the perfect push-up, so make sure you feel them engage when you are lowering and lifting back up. Your body from shoulder to foot should be tight (stiff) and your body straight and parallel to the floor.
Fidelity Bank Plc Wins 2025 DBN Innovation Award for MSME Support
In recognition of its exceptional contributions to innovative financial solutions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Fidelity Bank Plc has been awarded the 2025 Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Innovation Award in the Deposit Money Bank (DMB) category.
This prestigious accolade celebrates Fidelity Bank’s commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by MSMEs, a vital segment in Nigeria’s economic growth.
Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, MD/CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc, commented on the award, reaffirming the bank’s dedication to empowering Nigerian entrepreneurs: “At Fidelity Bank, innovation is at the heart of our strategy to support MSMEs. This recognition underscores our commitment to developing scalable, inclusive, and technology-driven financial solutions that create positive outcomes for our nation’s entrepreneurs. We are honored to receive the DBN award and dedicate it to our loyal customers for their continued support.”
The award was presented at the 2025 Service Ambassadors’ Awards ceremony in Lagos, themed ‘Enhancing Partnership for MSME Resilience and Growth.’ Tony Okpanachi, Managing Director of DBN, emphasized the importance of financial institutions in transforming unbankable ideas into viable businesses through advisory services.
“You, our partners, are acknowledged and celebrated for your outreach to entrepreneurs and businesses seeking to scale. We appreciate you for your role in converting unbankable ideas into bankable businesses,” Okpanachi stated.
He noted that the award aims to recognize partners who make a significant impact, focusing on storytelling and the positive changes they bring to Nigeria.
This award joins a series of landmark initiatives by Fidelity Bank aimed at supporting MSMEs. Earlier in May, the bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) to facilitate the expansion of Nigerian MSMEs across Africa.
Additionally, Fidelity Bank launched the Fidelity SME Hub in Gbagada, Lagos—a multifunctional facility equipped with training halls, meeting rooms, networking spaces, and studios for music, photography, and content production. This hub is designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and capacity-building, essential elements for strengthening Nigeria’s SME ecosystem and driving economic growth.
Ranked among the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged Commercial Deposit Money Bank serving over 9.1 million customers through digital banking channels, its 255 business offices in Nigeria and United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.
The Bank is the recipient of multiple local and international Awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards; the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award for its Fidelity Mobile App by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider award by Global Brands Magazine. Additionally, the Bank was recognized as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and as the Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.
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Wear It All Luxury Opens New Abuja Boutique with Star-Studded Ceremony
Four years after successfully reopening its flagship store in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, following a major renovation, Wear It All Luxury, the upscale fashion brand owned by renowned entrepreneur, Sodiq Babatunde Rufai, has expanded its presence with the launch of a new boutique in Abuja.
The grand opening, held on Thursday, 22nd May 2025, at Libreville Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja was a star-studded affair that brought together influential personalities from the fashion, entertainment, and business worlds. Among the high-profile guests in attendance was Afrobeats superstar Davido, whose presence added further glamour to the launch event.
Located in the heart of the capital, the new Abuja boutique is poised to offer the same top-tier fashion experience the brand is known for, curated luxury pieces, exclusive designer wear, and impeccable customer service tailored for Nigeria’s elite fashion lovers.
Speaking at the event, Sodiq Babatunde Rufai expressed his excitement about the brand’s expansion, stating, “This is more than just a store opening, it’s a statement that Nigerian fashion continues to grow and thrive. We’re proud to bring the Wear It All experience to Abuja, and we remain committed to setting the pace in luxury fashion across the country.”
The Abuja outlet joins the Lagos boutique in offering high-end fashion collections from globally recognized brands, as well as unique pieces under the Wear It All Luxury private label.
Guests were treated to a private showcase of the brand’s latest collections, light entertainment, and a luxurious atmosphere that perfectly reflected the Wear It All Luxury ethos.
As the fashion house continues to expand, industry watchers say the brand’s entry into the Abuja market marks another major milestone in Nigeria’s growing luxury fashion landscape.
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