Question 1

what does abnormal muscle tone mean?

Accepted Answer

Many variables: usually this refers to laxity or "looseness" of muscles at rest. Very often a sign of poor physical conditioning or underlying medical illnesses. This can also be found in certain endocrine and neurological conditions: please get examined and tested.

Question 2

how can you increase muscle tone?

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Weight and aerobics: Aerobic or cardiovascular exercise will reduce fat, making the underlying muscle more prominent.  Weight lifting is also good but for toning it's best to use lighter weights and do more reps as opposed to heavier weights with fewer reps (which is used for adding bulk).

Question 3

what should someone do to build back muscle tone?

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Strength training: Strength training on a regular basis is the key. Get to the gym.

Question 4

i was born naturally skinny. how can i build muscle tone?

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Weight Training: Start slowly and build up the amount of weight you use, and over time you will see an increase in muscle mass in the area you train. If you can afford a personal trainer, i highly advise it for good form in training. Never overdo the training and don't be in a rush to develop muscle as weight training can lead to serious injury if not done properly.

Question 5

what are the best fruit and vegetable to give to a baby with muscle tone?

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Nutrition: Babies need a variety of fruits, meat and vegetables for a balanced diet, along with breastmilk or formula for good nutrition. Diet has only indirect effects on muscle tone, if muscle tone is abnormal then a doctor needs to check the baby. Some babies need physical therapy in order to help low muscle tone.

Question 6

what is the minimum amount of exercise per week to maintain weight and muscle tone?

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Exercise: To maintain weight, exercise 3-5 times a week for one hou.

Question 7

what's the least amount of exercise per week a 25 year old female who is 5'3" 109 pounds needs to maintain weight and muscle tone?

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Amount of exercise: To maintain muscle tone you would need to exercise at least twice per week. For body weight... That depends on your appetite and calorie consumption.

Question 8

does tai chi help muscle tone?

Accepted Answer

Yes & balance, too: Tai chi is an excellent exercise that has been shown to increase strength, tone, flexibility & balance in its participants (typically studied in seniors) as well as to decrease falls & hip fractures.

Question 9

will benching lower weights with higher reps build muscle, tone, both?

Accepted Answer

Both: It will build muscle but not as much bulk.  Lighter weights/more reps tend to be best for toning.

Question 10

does anyone have a baby with low muscle tone?

Accepted Answer

Not uncommon: Muscle tone is an important indicator of a baby's development.  It can suggest some developmental problems if the tone is low (or floppy).  But, it's important to understand that babies all develop differently and not necessarily within the pre-conceived parameters.  If tone is a concern, be sure and follow up regularly with your physician for checkups to be sure than any problems are detected.

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