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How To Do The Sumo Deadlift

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  Adopt a wider stance for a deadlift variation that lessens the load on your lower back FACEBOOK TWITTER PINTEREST   NICK HARRIS-FRY   27 SEP 2019 The  deadlift  is one of the most important exercises in any serious gym-goer’s locker, but it’s also one that can be tough to get to grips with, especially when you’re relatively new to the  weights room . Small flaws in your technique can lead to potentially big injuries, particularly to the lower back, and so it’s certainly a move you should be careful with until you know your form is spot-on. So if you are worried about the load on your lower back, the sumo deadlift is a great alternative to try. It’s a simple variation in which you adjust the width of your feet, a change that moves your upper body closer to the ground and so reduces how far you have to lean over to grab the weight. By changing your stance you also shift the focus of the exercise off your hamstrings on to the glutes and hips. Doing deadlift variations like this hits the

17 Ideas to Get Motivated to Lose Weight Now

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  You made it here – the decision to lose weight! This means that mindfulness is kicking in. This is important for motivation, weight loss, and health. Being healthy and active is necessary! Our bodies were meant to move, not be sedentary. For weight loss, the success of your journey is based on your ability to stay motivated throughout. Motivation is easy at first, but holding on to it may breed a little challenge. Please know that this is normal. You will have days where motivation is at its all-time high and other days where motivation is at an all-time low. In this article, we’ll look into some of the best ideas on how to get motivated to lose weight and why we lose motivation easily along the weight loss journey. TABLE OF CONTENTS Motivation and Inspiration for Losing Weight Common Weight Loss Motivation Struggles The Importance of Mindfulness for Motivation and Weight Loss 17 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Lose Weight How to Get Motivated to Lose Weight When Motivation is Lost The