Thursday, October 22, 2009

Learn How to Get Ripped Abs Too

By Tom Silver

Time, dedication and a little hard work and you too can get ripped abs. Sure, you say, but I'm too skinny to get ripped abs. There is a plan that works even if you are too skinny.

Focus To achieve ripped abs you need to start with a plan and then stay focused on your plan. Working out just three to five days a week you will see results. To achieve the ripped abs you want stick to a plan that includes "circuit training" including bench presses, military presses, bicep and leg curls, rowing, back extensions, squats and dead lifts.

Start With Abs Begin every workout by working your abs. The beginning of your workout is when you are the freshest and working your hardest. By starting with your abs you are more likely to work your abs harder then at the end of your workout. This will also help you keep your abs engaged throughout your entire workout.

Tax Your Muscles to the Max For ideal results your exercise sets need to consist of 10 to 12 reps per set at a weight that is easy at the start but by the end is a challenge to lift. Do not hurt yourself; it may take a few sets to find your ideal weight to lift. Remember, once you find the ideal weight to lift, every two to three weeks you need to increase the weight. Your muscles will get used to lifting that weight and you need to keep pushing your muscles.

Work and Rest Working your muscles hard every other day is ideal. Lifting weights to get ripped and build muscle is actually causing the muscle to fatigue or stress. The muscle needs rest or a chance to repair and rebuild to become stronger and bigger.

Good Nutrition and Plenty of Sleep A diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetable, lean protein from chicken and beef, fish and omega-3 fatty acids and monounsaturated fatty acids and complex carbohydrates coupled with plenty of sleep are important to obtaining ripped abs. A good diet is the necessary fuel and ample sleep provides the body a chance to repair itself. If you struggle to get enough calories reach for a meal replacement, shake not junk food.

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