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  1. BrisVegasGhost

    Supplement Stacks Bulk Nutrients

    I normally just purchase protein powder and use this to help me hit my daily allowance. Occasionally I use a pre work out now and then if I'm feeling flat. Haven't really been into purchasing all the other bells and whistles as I personally don't know if it would be of benefit to me. Are they...
  2. White_Lie

    Review - Inov-8 Fastlift 335

    So I got these shoes recently and thought I'd share my opinion. Unboxing - initial thoughts were that they look tiny. Admittedly I am only a size 9US (so these are an 8UK) but they looked smaller than all my other shoes and I thought they wouldn't fit but they're spot on. Build quality looks...
  3. BrisVegasGhost

    Adjustable Benches

    Here is my latest addition to my self made equipment. One heavy duty Flat/Incline bench and one Flat/Incline/Decline bench Just at the frame stage at the moment. Pads to come 75x75x3mm thick main Frame 10mm thick radial arms 16mm hardware. Heavy duty Pop Pins....bullet proof! FID bench FID and...
  4. Jungnaut

    Reps to BN for reducing shipping rates!

    Hey there sexy Jungnaut Before we get to our Product of the Month, we've got an extra special treat for you... our flat rate shipping has been cut from $12 to just $7! It doesn't matter how big your order is or in which far flung part of Australia you live, with Bulk...
  5. A

    Weekly Discussion Thread #4

    This weeks topic: Periodization! · What do you use? · What program are you running? · What is your experience with program writing? · What are your thoughts on the various types of periodization? · What do you think most people do wrong in creating a...
  6. N

    Hi im Jarrod

    Hi I'm Jarrod, I trained for 3 and a half months this year at the beginning and stopped due to soft tissue injury. Starting weight: 59kg Height: 5.10"/5.11" Current weight 75kg and havent touched a weight in like 3 months. Went from 59-78kg using creatine only in 3.5 months and increased my...
  7. Grunta

    Any kunce have a concave TV?

    As per the title, has anyone got one I them fancy curved screens? If yes, good? If so why good? Gimmick? Why? I looked at one today with matching curved soundbar, shmick fuken. If I had more time it would have come home with me, but I haven't researched them or the going price so didn't want to...
  8. canned tuna

    Olympic shoes for squatting, disadvantages as well as pros

    Advantages of raised-heel squatting are very well discussed Not a lot is said about long term usage and disadvantages, or the ideal usage circumstances Please share your findings Aside from obvious benefits, through med-long term use I am finding -Knees take more of a beating; often am...
  9. A

    How many of you do both barbell bench press and dumbbell bench press?

    How many of you do both barbell bench press and dumbbell bench press?
  10. F

    [SYD] Force USA Semi Commercial Flat / Incline Bench - $320

    SOLD. Grab yourself a bargain, this bench has a RRP of $695. The cheapest I can find retail is $530 new from gymandfitness. This piece of equipment is in pristine condition, I simply did not use it a great deal and sadly, space is at a premium in my home gym. I can attest to the fact that it...
  11. Goosey

    tough mudder

    Tough Mudder to Use 'Tear Gas' in Newly Designed Obstacle Courses - Downtown Brooklyn - DNAinfo.com New York The bottom line, is the bottom line, the only people that will get anything out of this are the people running these events
  12. Headley

    Everything 4x4 & Camping

    Anyone go offroad? Anyone go camping? Anyone love seeing whats out there? I am getting into it slowly with me Triton, need to build it up first
  13. O

    Best underwear for the gym

    Ok girls I need some help here. I wear tight black gym pants and am concerned that you can see the outline of my knickers through them. I use to buy seam free ones which were comfortable and you couldn't see a thing but can't find now. Is there a brand or style others recommend? Sent from...
  14. R

    FS: Body Solid GFID31 Flat Incline Decline Bench (SYD)

    Body Solid GFID31 Flat Incline Decline Bench Basically Brand New - $300 The bench has been used for 1 hour at maximum and looks brand new! Pickup only from Sydney Eastern Suburbs Manufacturers Details Ask any personal trainer or fitness professional what they would buy if they were only...
  15. H

    Front Squats/Back Squats

    So I came across this squat program the other day, messed me up more than I was expecting. You take 65% of your 1RM Front Squat and do 7 Front Squats and 13 Back Squats with no rest between other than to rack bar on your back x 4 sets. Give it a go and let me know what you think, maybe I'm just...
  16. aus

    Muscle Motion Commercial Flat Bench vs Force USA Commercial Flat Bench

    Was wondering which one of these benches is recommended? Commercial Flat Bench with wheels Force USA Commercial Flat Bench | Strength Equipment Any advice would be greatly appreciated. -Thanks
  17. F

    Force USA Semi Commercial Flat / Incline Bench

    Just a quick heads-up guys, it seems that Force USA has upgraded their Semi Commercial Flat / Incline Bench which has had very favourable reviews on this forum. It's a great opportunity to pick up a solid bench for a bargain. I was able to snag it online for $360 (RRR $595). Google it and...
  18. M

    Flat bench 30cm+ wide

    Howdy, Just wondering if there are any new options on the market for a 30cm (or more) wide flat bench. I'm looking at the Force USA currently (Force USA Commercial Flat Bench | Strength Equipment) as suggested in a previous thread. Waiting to hear back re: shipping from GetStrength (HT Heavy...
  19. jj80

    Flat bench, 30cm-32cm wide, options?

    The only option I've found so far is the gymdirect flat bench Commercial Flat Bench with wheels I need the width, I also need it to be rated to 300kg+ total weight. I can see myself getting to 110kg and benching 150kg+ in the next year, maybe doing more weight on lockouts. Anyone know of other...
  20. kaz

    The PB Thread

    Reached a milestone or smashed your own personal record? Why not share your best lifts with everyone else when you achieve a new PB :) Well done in advance :):)
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