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Need help docs! my arms are really skinny i try to work out my arms in the gym but they just don't get bigger?

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Dr. Joshua Rovner answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Big Arms: First you should make sure your are doing the right weight lifting exercises - you should probably speak to a personal trainer. Also, make sure you are getting enough protein to build muscle. You will probably need to use protein supplements to get enough.

Answered 3/30/2014

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A member asked:

Need help docs! my arms are really skinny i try to work out my arms in the gym but they just don't get bigger?

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