Archive for August, 2009

How To Get Ripped Abs – 50 Minutes To A Six Pack

August 8th, 2009 by Trainer

Perfect Six Pack AbsIf your goal is to get a ripped set of abs that will have the ladies lusting over you this summer you have to ensure you are doing the correct disciplines required to get them. Did you know that doing some exercises actually harm your efforts so getting the right advice is crucial.

John Alvino states that to aid your pursuit, you can naturally produce the fat burning hormone in your body called Growth Hormone. He declares that recent studies have shown that by raising the levels of GH you not only bring your body fat levels down but muscle and bone mass increase. The ideal scanrio for you if you are going for ripped abs.

So how do we kick start this GH in our bodies? First of all you want to up the intensity of your workouts. Go hell for leather and leave nothing in the tank. I am not saying you have to lift unrealistic weights. Simply have your routine mapped out and go for it. You want your workout to last for 50 minutes at the maximum, no longer.

The main point is to cram as much as possible into your 50 minutes to get the full benefit from it. Any routine over this timeframe tends to have a detrimental effect on your muscles. Keep one eye on the clock as go about your exercise regime.

To get the most out of your 50 minute workout you are going to have to cut down your recovery time in between exercises. 60-90 seconds is ample then get back into it. If you can get to the magical fifty minute mark and be absolutely spent, you have done the deed as far as your six pack abs go.

At the completion of your workout it is advised to do some sprint work to maximise your GH levels. The recommended session is 6 x 30 second sprints which will cause your GH to spike significantly and bring your goal of getting ripped abs even closer.

Hypertrophy Training

August 3rd, 2009 by Trainer

Perfect Six Pack AbsHypertrophy training is the method where muscles get larger and give them greater strength. This muscle growth is sought after by athletes participating in sports needing strength and power. Resistance training is vital to hypertrophy, but the workout must be
organised to ensure you reach your goal.

A hypertrophy weight program concentrates on medium to heavy loads as well as reps with shorter rest in between. Similar to a power workout if you like. Ideally you want to be training three to four times a week making sure you have a rest day in between.

At a minimum do one exercise for each muscle goup (eg: abdominal) but never more than two. You also want to be doing between 8 and 12 reps. If you cannot mangae at least eight reps, drop the weight down. If you can do twelve rather easily, add more weight. And each exercise should have 2 to 3 sets. remeber, 60 -90 second rests, no more.

With this routine you should concentrate on quality. If you want to become more musclar you want the exercises to be performed with maximum range of motion and make sure your breathing is done correctly during the strength sessions. Below is a typical weight program for hypertrophy training.

REMEMBER: You must be warmed up completely before starting any exercise program.

Monday: Work your Biceps and Chest
Tuesday: Give your triceps and back a thorough workout
Wednesday: REST
Thursday: It is time for your leg exercises
Friday: Abs and Shoulders turn today

This complete workout guide will give you the specific training exercises to do to challenge all these muscle groups. You can download it right now and start immediately.