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5 Ways to Get Shredded for Summer

It may not feel like it, but summer will soon be upon us. This means ample opportunity to walk around with your shirt off and impress everyone. But right now that may not be such an appealing idea. One thing that winter always provides is a few extra inches around the waist, and a determination that you’ll be ripped by summer. But how do you go about getting shredded between now and the end of spring? Well this article will help you get there. We are going to look at five ways to get shredded this summer. Tip #1: Take stock of your current situation Before making any plans you really should take a good look at where you are currently at physique and fitness wise . If you are borderline obese and haven’t run 100m since high school then jumping into a 5 times per week crossfit program is probably not going to lead to good results! But even if you are in decent shape, you will still get huge benefits from assessing yo...
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​2Hardcore Moves That Are Safer For Your Back



Deadlifts can be tough to learn and even tougher oMen's Health MetaShred Extreme program.
n the lower back. That's why I recommend single-leg deadlift (or hip hinge) variations for most people, especially if you're over 30. They unload the spine, improve core strength and hip mobility, boost balance, and safely hammer the hamstrings and glutes. That's why they're a featured exercise in my
Here are 2 of my favorite variations that you can start implementing into your training
1. Asymmetrically loaded Bulgarian hip hinge
You're more likely to see a unicorn than witness someone performing a single-leg hip hinge (also referred to as a single-leg stiff-legged deadlift or RDL) correctly. That's why I love the Bulgarian hip hinge for hamstring, glute, and back development. Elevating the back foot gives you just enough stability to feel the movement in the support leg without having to constantly reset for balance. It's kind of like a kickstand on a bike. Now you can focus on keeping your hips and shoulders square and moving at the hip through a full range of motion. The offset loaded versions I show in the video below are also amazing:
The asymmetrical load fires up the entire glute complex as you stabilize in multiple planes of motion. In fact, most people would consider this to be primarily a hamstring exercise, but it consistently gives me a superior glute burn compared to some other direct glute exercises.
It's also a lie detector test for your ability to maintain a stable tripod foot position. I'm weakest on my left leg with the dumbbell in my right hand: My big toe always wants to keep popping off the ground. Fixing/addressing this type of stuff prevents unwanted wear and tear in higher impact, higher-volume activities like running and jumping.
Do 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps per arm on each leg while maintaining a flat back, even if that means modifying the range of motion or using just your bodyweight in the beginning. If you wanted to go heavier for more strength work, do 4 to 6 reps per arm. If you wanted to go lighter for more endurance work, do 15 to 20 reps per arm. Do this at least 1 to 2 times per week and your glutes will grow, your hamstrings and hips will open up, and you'll start moving and feeling better. It's also very easy on the knees!
2. Staggered-stance landmine hip hinge
These are also great for the glutes, hams, and lower back. And if you struggle with the aforementioned Bulgarian hip hinge, you may find these to be more accessible.
I place the opposite hand behind the lower back to both mobilize the chest/anterior shoulder and to ensure the slight arch in the low back is maintained. These are also self-limiting due to the grip challenge of holding the fat part of the bar. In other words, it's inherently a pretty safe variation if you have a history of back pain.
Plus, using the plates ensures you can never go too low, or lower than trunk parallel to the floor. It's fine to go lower (and I'd recommend it if you can do it without rounding your spine), but most people don't have the mobility and stability to do that.
Do 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 15 reps per side with 30 to 60 seconds rest between sides. For best results, mix between both of these variations over the course of a given training week for the next 6 to 12 weeks.
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