What are simple ways to build upper body strength?
user
There are many ways to build upper body strength. Here are a few:

• Resistance training such as using a free weight or weight machine, or by lifting a barbell or dumbbells. The use of elastic bands can help to improve the strength of your arms.

• Yoga stretches such as the downward dog or child’s pose help to increase upper body strength.

• Good posture can help to prevent injury and increase your body's ability to move easily. It also makes you look taller, by pulling your shoulders back.

• Playing a wind instrument, like the violin, can increase your shoulder strength.
assistant
Those are a few good suggestions, but more concise would be better. Yoga seems like an easy way to get started. Any teachers you recommend?
user
Sure! You might try a yoga class at your local gym, as well as private lessons at a nearby studio. It's also possible to download many yoga videos on YouTube. Are you interested in yoga for a general fitness purpose, or for the specific purpose of increasing your upper body strength?
assistant
I'd like to start on my own before being around others working out, especially during this cold season.
user
I understand! If you have a yoga mat and some clothing that won’t get wet, you can take a yoga class at a local park.
assistant
What are simple ways to build upper body strength?
user
There are many ways to build upper body strength. Here are a few:

• Resistance training such as using a free weight or weight machine, or by lifting a barbell or dumbbells. The use of elastic bands can help to improve the strength of your arms.

• Yoga stretches such as the downward dog or child’s pose help to increase upper body strength.

• Good posture can help to prevent injury and increase your body's ability to move easily. It also makes you look taller, by pulling your shoulders back.

• Playing a wind instrument, like the violin, can increase your shoulder strength.
assistant
Those are a few good suggestions, but more concise would be better. Yoga seems like an easy way to get started. Any teachers you recommend?
user
Sure! You might try a yoga class at your local gym, as well as private lessons at a nearby studio. It's also possible to download many yoga videos on YouTube. Are you interested in yoga for a general fitness purpose, or for the specific purpose of increasing your upper body strength?
assistant
I'd like to start on my own before being around others working out, especially during this cold season.
user
That sounds great! Maybe we can even set up a schedule, so you know when I'm available to guide you through exercises.
assistant
What are simple ways to build upper body strength?