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5 simple exercises to give you firmer b***s
Only if you're interested.



First thing's first: you don't need to tone your b***s. Whatever shape or size your breasts are, it's your body, your rules. You do you. If, however, you want to try some simple exercises that target the breast and chest area here is some advise

🏃‍♀️Chest squeeze
You can do this using a light weight or object, or just by clasping the hands. Arms are out straight in front, and hands are either side. Squeeze together, hold for 15- 30 seconds and then repeat 10-12 times.

🏃‍♀️Chest fly
Lying on your back, you'll want your knees bent and feet flat on floor. Hold your weights straight in front of your chest with your arms open in an arc shape (make sure to keep the elbow slightly bent and close back to original position.) Do these for 30-60 seconds. Don’t try do these too fast, they are more effective done slowly.

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🏃‍♀️Standing upward fly
Start with the dumbbells by your sides and palms facing forward. Bring the dumbbells up to chest level making their sides touch. Lower them back to starting position and do this move for 30-60 seconds

🏃‍♀️Plank Push
Ah, our favourite! Get into a high plank position, spread the fingers and push down into the ground. Push the ground away; hold for 30-60 seconds. Feel the burn (but it will be worth it!).

🏃‍♀️Around the world
Using two dumbbells or alternatives, start with the arms above your head with your palms facing forward. Move the weights down in a semi circle till they reach the bottom and semi circle it back to the starting position keeping palms forward. Do this for 30-60 seconds. This exercise is great for working the upper chest,

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Coping with lots of different personalities during lockdown.
We might be very well practiced at lockdowns by now, being on our third in less than a year, but that doesn't necessarily make them feel any easier. The mental health repercussions of being housebound - being unable to exercise the most natural of human functions, social interaction, along with all the other stresses and strains that go hand in hand with a pandemic - shouldn't be dismissed.

💙Some of us are Sensitive and nervous, some are more resilient and confident?

So many of us are coping with this lockdown in very different ways.
It's not right or wrong it really depends on your personality.

You might be more prone to anxiety and worry, particularly related to things that are out of their control like COVID-19. You may be more likely to excessively focus on COVID-related news and more likely to imagine the worst-case scenario. Heightened anxiety may lead to anxiety-related behaviours that may be difficult for others living in close proximity, such a tendency to complain, regular reassurance seeking, or regular checking of media articles. You may become frustrated or angry with dealing with life stressors, particularly those that are unpredictable such as COVID."

Social distancing may feel more natural, particularly if withdrawing from others was an existing behaviour for you. You may find it easier to follow lockdown rules and other restrictions, as it may make you feel safer and more in control."

Advice on how best to cope: "Try to accept the situation as best you can and focus on things that you can control – such as your personal routine or work. If anxiety or worry becomes a problem, practising self-help exercises such as breathing techniques or mindfulness will help bring back a sense of control. If you begin to feel distressed, therapy can be helpful, particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy."

People who are sensitive and nervous may find the pandemic difficult to understand and will struggle to spend time with people who are more optimistic

💜You might have the personality that is more likely to take a proportionate perspective on events and remain optimistic about the future. You might be less likely to engage in hypothetical worrying.

If living with others that are more prone to anxiety, try to be accepting of their means of coping with the situation and be compassionate in your feedback to them.

You could be the open minded soul. Openness to experience
Inventive and curious, or consistent and cautious
Openness to experience is related to how open-minded, insightful, imaginative, creative people are. People with more of this trait tend to be more open to try a new experience, ideas and take interest in multiple viewpoints and be less dogmatic. Those low in openness tend to be more set in their ways and sceptical of new ideas."

Individuals that are more open and curious are less likely than other types to struggle during lockdown. However, while you are adaptable in nature, you may be prone to getting too absorbed at the expense of keeping connected with friends.

If you thive on openness you are more likely to try and make the most out of lockdown by trying new ventures and taking up new hobbies. Use the lockdown to focus on trying new things and taking up new hobbies, but don’t forget to stay connected to the 'real world'."

❤️ You could be the type of person who love consistency. You may tend to favour routines, conventions, and familiarity and may be less open to adapting to new ways of doing things during lockdown or seeking out new hobbies and interests. You may be less likely to engage with opportunities to try new things suggested by friends and colleagues, such as virtual coffee catch-ups, virtual games nights etc."

If your personality leans more towards consistency and routine, you may be happy to just focus on what you know and are familiar with during lockdown.
It may not feel right at first, try your best to try new activities and be open to new ways of interacting with people you care about.

Are you the type of person that is conscientiousness
efficient and organised, or extravagant and careless?

Conscientiousness is related to a person’s ability to manage impulse control, particularly for goal-directed behaviour.
Those who are more conscientiousness are generally more self-disciplined, controlled and persistent in their pursuit of goals. On the other hand, those who are less conscientiousness tend to be more spontaneous in their action and more prone to procrastination."

Many of us tend to like working hard and being organised, and may struggle with being idol or being furloughed. A fondness for predictability may mean the pandemic has led to increased anxiety, which you will likely try to allay by asserting control through goal-directed activities.

For those high in conscientious traits and orderliness, lockdown may offer a welcome opportunity to have time to bring more structure to things in your life/surrounding – for example Marie Kondo-ing your wardrobe. You may also make good use of time to choose and work on new projects or goals such as knitting a jumper, learning to bake sourdough bread, studying a new language, or learning to code."

While structure and routine can help you feeling in control, try to maintain to good balance of activities and leave time to reflect on your feelings. Give yourself downtime too – you don’t want to burnout. If living with others, be patient with other housemates and try to be open and constructive in any feedback you give them around difficulties or clashes you may face."

🖤May be you are prone to procrastination and might find it difficult to keep a routine and make schedules, whether that be working from home or simply structuring your day. You tend to have less energy and internal motivation, which might make it difficult for you to apply yourself without the structure of office or academic setting. You may struggle to plan activities or seek out new activities or start a new activity.

As you tend to dislike routine and scheduling, working from home may free you from some of the office routine and etiquette – that is, you are free to work on your time and decide how you want your environment.
Try to structure your day routines and schedule in regular breaks if it helps; schedule alarms on your phone to remind you it is time to take a break.

Are you the type of person that has extraversion outgoing and energetic, or are you solitary and reserved?
People high in extroversion tend to be more energetic, sociable and friendly.
They tend to be energised from being around others." At the other end of the scale, "those that are lower in the trait tend to be more reserved and prefer smaller groups or being alone.

If you are outgoing and energetic you might struggling with lockdown.
Your are being denied the ability to buzz of others you value so highly, extraverts may struggle most with the lockdown, particularly with being alone and with boredom.

You have the personality to be the people who are proactively organising virtual parties, meet-ups and quizzes – this helps you keep busy and engaged. You may have started to use social media to engage in various challenges."

You have tge ability to be creative in how to connect with others – arrange video calls with others or virtual games nights etc. To help monitor any mood and energy fluctuations, meditation can help. And if you are lacking the means to express your emotions, keeping a journal can be a great way to record your feeling and give you an outlet to express yourself.

❤️Whilst lockdown is likely to be difficult for most of us, introverts are likely to be more comfortable with restriction and therefore may become used to it as a way of life. You may struggle with the routine pressure to go out when restrictions are lifted.

if you like being solitary and reserved as well as an. introvert you are likely to be more comfortable with restriction. For some, social distancing and lockdown may be welcome, and you may suffer much less stress at not being able to engage with others than extroversion. However you should to avoid becoming a complete recluse - try not to isolate yourself too much and make sure to reach out to friends and family as much as possible.

💙Many people have the traits of being Friendly and compassionate, or challenging and callous?Agreeableness is related to how people get on with others. People who are more agreeable tend more aware of the subtleties of social interactions and tend to be more empathic. Those with lower traits, on the other hand, tend to be blunter in their interaction with others."

If You're friendly and compassionate you may be more accepting of the restrictions, you may not feel like they must achieve anything significant during this time and may be prone to relaxing and using this time as a break.

You are accepting of the rules Those with higher agreeable traits are also more likely to accept and follow lockdown rules, which may be related to your tendency to be more conformist, compassionate and empathetic. You are also more likely to cooperate and work well with others you may be living with and show concern for the wider community.
Whilst rest and relaxation are positive, like everything, you want to make sure it remains in moderation. To help with this, creating a routine with a good balance of activities can be helpful to maintain structure and your overall wellbeing."

❤️you might be the type of person that is on the flip side and is more callous.
You might take less interest in others and may be more blunt in their communication.
You love to work independently therefore, working from home and having less interacting with colleagues may benefit you.

Although it may not feel right at first, try your engage with new ways of interacting.If living with others, try to be accepting of them and be compassionate in your feedback to them.

In and out of lockdown in daily life we are challenged by many different type of personalities.
For everybody no matter what your trait is we should realise that we all live together and we must make space for people to develop and cope with the situation that we are.

I hope my little article has helped you with something today.