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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.
Can We Have More Bankers Like Victoria Mulero? An epitome of ‘omoluabi’
In February of this year, I needed to open a new bank account for salary purposes, as required by the management of the new company I had just joined.
I considered First Bank, Access Bank, and Sterling Bank. After some thought, I chose Sterling Bank—not because I found them superior—but because I believed they had fewer customers, which I hoped would save me from long queues and unnecessary delays.
I visited the Sterling Bank branch at Akowonjo to open the account. Unfortunately, the staff member who attended to me didn’t inspire confidence. She appeared distracted—smiling at her phone, clearly engrossed in a private chat—far from the level of professionalism one would expect in a bank setting. I had a feeling this would lead to problems down the line.
When my first salary was paid into the account, my suspicion was confirmed. Sterling Bank restricted access to my funds—I couldn’t transfer money or make withdrawals at the counter. I visited their Fatai Atere branch at Ladipo, Mushin to complain, where I was informed that the account opened for me was a “Kaikai” account—a type I had never heard of. Apparently, this account type is meant for individuals who lack the required documents during account creation. But I had submitted all necessary documents, so why was such an account opened for me?
At the Fatai Atere branch, I was attended to by a remarkable banker named Victoria Mulero. She requested my NIN, which I didn’t have on me at the time. Rather than send me back home, she asked if I had a digital copy. I did, and she graciously gave me her email address so I could forward it to her. With that, she resolved the issue promptly and professionally.
However, the following month, in March, the same restriction happened again. I returned to the Fatai Atere branch, and once again, Victoria Mulero handled my complaint with efficiency and kindness, resolving it without delay.
I hoped the matter was finally settled, but when my April salary arrived, the restriction was imposed yet again. This time, I was beyond frustrated and ready to replace Sterling Bank as my salary account. Still, I visited the Fatai Atere branch one last time. Once more, Victoria Mulero resolved the issue with grace and determination.
This write-up is a tribute to Victoria Mulero of Sterling Bank, Fatai Atere branch. She is a rare gem—respectful, diligent, and genuinely customer-focused. She went above and beyond, following up with the Akowonjo branch through calls and emails until the matter was fully resolved. She handled every situation with patience and empathy, treating the job as if the bank belonged to her family.
To be honest, I’ve had unpleasant experiences with many bankers, especially female staff. Too often, they carry personal frustrations into the banking hall and take it out on customers. But Victoria is different. She exemplifies what true customer service should be.
We may not all be the same, but treating people with respect and kindness is a skill that can be learned—and Victoria clearly has. Let’s celebrate her for being a model professional and a beacon of hope in an industry that too often lacks empathy.
Without any fear of contradiction, I say boldly that Victoria Mulero is a good ambassador of Sterling Bank and her parents too deserve encomium for raising a well trained daughter and impacting an attitude of ‘ omoluabi’ in her. We need more of Victoria Mulero in our banking industry.
Seun Jacob Ogunbiyi
Known as Olùkọ́, the therapeutic writer and Lagos based journalist
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