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Archive for July, 2009

Actually, it develops on several parts of the body, one of which is the back. Back acne, like facial acne, can range from mild to severe. They have the same symptoms such as redness, swelling, irritation, and sometimes, the presence of pus. Also, like facial acne, the exact cause of back acne is generally unknown. But there are some habits that are known to exacerbate, if not cause, back acne. You have to remember that these habits are not the causes per se. A person has to be predisposed to acne so that these things may actually cause an outbreak of acne.

Wearing Restrictive Clothing and Backpacks
Some people believe that wearing restrictive clothing may cause back acne. Whenever you wear tight clothing, the sweat gets trapped in your back, keeping the oil trapped in the pores. Certain materials for clothing, such as nylon, also keep the sweat trapped inside and keep the air from getting inside. This could lead to the development of back acne. The same thing happens when you wear backpacks, especially heavy ones. Furthermore, these things may cause excessive heat, which will further exacerbate the back acne and worsen the irritation and inflammation. So, if you have back acne, the best thing you can really do is to wear loose clothing with breathable cotton or some other porous cloth that easily lets air in. Also, avoid using backpacks. Use a shoulder bag instead.

Poor Hygiene
Sometimes, the back is one of the most neglected parts when it comes to bathing because it’s hard to reach. Because of this, the back becomes a breeding ground where bacteria can proliferate. This is further worsened by the fact that the back is a body part that often sweats a lot during times of exertion or when the heat is intense. Thus, a part that needs a lot of cleaning gets an inadequate amount of attention during baths. This makes it quite susceptible to acne. So, if you have back acne, it might be because you are not giving your back enough attention. There are some topical ointments which you can apply, particularly those topical antibacterials that can reduce your acne. Furthermore, be sure to wash your back thoroughly with soap and water.

The following basic triceps exercises will get you strong and cut triceps muscles. Pay attention closely to the three workouts and you will see quality results. Choose the best tricep exercise for you!

The first exercise you should attempt is called dumbbell kickbacks. To perform this exercise select a desired dumbbell weight. Find a flat bench and decide which triceps muscle you want to exercise first, as you will only workout one muscle at a time. For the sake of this article, select your right triceps first. So place your left knee on the bench and place your right foot flat on the ground with your leg fully extended. Then lean forward to grab the dumbbell and lift it up until your elbow is at a 90 degree angle. Next, fully extend your arm, as now the dumbbell should be next to your thigh, and flex your triceps. Make sure to keep your elbow in tight, next to your body. Bring the dumbbell back to the 90 degree starting position. Repeat this exercise for about ten reps or as many as you seem fit and then switch arms. Repeat this process as many times as you want, but make sure to not over exercise your triceps.

The second exercise you should perform is the lying barbell extension. Select a desired barbell and find a flat bench. Lie down flat on the bench on your back. Grip the barbell with a slightly narrower width than your shoulders. Next, raise the barbell directly over your face with your arms fully extended. Now bring the bar slowly down, just bending your elbow until it reaches a 90 degree angle. The bar will be inches away from your face. Next slowly extend your arms fully again. Repeat this process as many times as you desire. Never over work your muscles!

The final triceps exercise that you should perform is triceps dips. Find a dip machine and grab both handles. Lift yourself upwards with your arms fully extended. Bend your knees so that your legs are at a 90 degree. Slowly lower your body until you reach the point where arms and elbows are at a 90 degree angle. Next, slowly lift your body back upwards. Repeat this step as many times as you want.