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  1. Kyle Aaron

    easy doesn't work

    A study was done purporting to show that load doesn't matter for results.Since the study told the public what it wanted to hear - that easy works - it was widely and enthusiastically reported without any serious analysis or discussion. I corresponded with the authour, and he and his colleagues...
  2. A

    People who pack a healthy lunch for work, what do you pack?

    People who pack a healthy lunch for work, what do you pack?
  3. A

    Are these meal prep compaines worth it?

    Hey AUSBB, Has anyone dealt with any of these meal companies. Currently looking at Muscle meals direct. Is it worth it? Are the meals any good?
  4. P

    Supplements on the go

    Heya all, So long story short, I work as an Agency Nurse, so I travel around South East Queensland a fair bit and am quite often not going home every night. What does everyone use to carry supplements around with them? If I don't make it home I want to be able to carry a couple supplies days...
  5. Fadi

    Islamophobia:"Disturbing you is part of my objective", Dr. Jonathan AC Brown.

    Islamophobia:"Disturbing you is part of my objective", Dr. Jonathan AC Brown.
  6. A

    Parents of Ausbb, how to you workout around your children ?

    how does one work his way around his children ? How did/do you manage it ? What sacrifices did you have to do to keep lifting ? What did your children bring you, when it came to staying fit/healthy ? How are your children reacting to your efforts ? Do they seem interested/do they mimic you ? Do...
  7. A

    What top 5 lessons have you learned that have helped you lose weight?

    What top 5 lessons have you learned that have helped you lose weight?
  8. A

    The Race to Dope", Four Corners,

    Around 3,000 athletes test positive for doping worldwide every year. And the sports where cheating happens the most are... "The Race to Dope", Four Corners, Monday night on ABC TV and ABC iview. Where do the banned substances used by elite athletes come from? Learn about the international dope...
  9. A

    Push/Pull Ancillary Programming?

    Looking for wisdom from the usual suspects on ancillary exercises. I'm running 5/3/1 triumvarate, with quite a few ancillary exercises to choose from. What I'd like to hear is which exercises would complement, or work opposite each major lift muscle group. Brief hx is Stronglifts, then...
  10. Goosey

    Pre-fatigue discussion

    We know what it is. when we do multi joint movements the smaller muscle fatigue before there is any real inroad to fatigue of the larger muscleture in the exercise, hence doing multiple sets. as an example; (primary larger muscle) the press; (triceps) pre fatigue the delt's with a lateral...
  11. A

    Asha Coulthard talks muscles, diets and spray tans of competition body building

    PHOTO: Body builder Asha Coulthard hopes to go professional in the bikini category this year. (891 ABC Adelaide: Brett Williamson) RELATED STORY: #chickswholift: The world of female bodybuilding RELATED STORY: Josh the giant: Australia's best bodybuilder MAP: Adelaide 5000 Eight meals a day...
  12. S

    Learn power clean in Adelaide

    Hey guys I've been out of lifting due to laziness / 3 young kids / shiftwork for a few years but have just left my job and wanting to spend some time getting back into lifting. Anyone know anywhere decent in Adelaide for a bit of coaching ? I'm basically looking for a check on my squats, deads...
  13. Repacked

    Would you allow this to be preformed on your newborn??

    NSW chiropractor Grant Bond allegedly snuck into Wollongong Private Hospital to treat a three-day-old baby, claiming his touch allowed the infant to have "his first poo!". Similar allegations have been levelled at a Victorian chiropractor. A woman who gave birth in John Hunter Hospital in 2008...
  14. Goosey

    Choosing a program or training philosophy

    A little light reading on a Saturday morning. This is something we come across quite often on this particular forum maybe not so much now...where young and old find a program and try to do it to the letter, without any consideration to their lifestyle, as I've said before find something you...
  15. S

    Working Calves without weights

    Is it possible to work Calves effectively without weights? I used to wonder if Hill Sprints were a good way to work Calves, wondering if the greater the gradient the more the Soleus is activated. Whereas the flatter the Hill the greater the Gastrocnemius is activated. Bro-science?
  16. A

    Questions for those who work in the field of health/fitness/nutrition!

    What do you do? If you don't mind sharing, how much do you make doing what you do? Are you happy with your job? What kind of certifications/education did you need to get where you are today? What is your typical day like? What is your typical work schedule?
  17. G

    All different manufacturers?

    Hey, I been looking at Power racks, squat stands, cast iron plates, benches, barbells etc. I found Rogue Fitness near where I can go look... They got an adjustable bench at $1250... I found Any Faster - They seem really expensive as well. Whats up with the prices, and whats the point to it...
  18. Big Mick

    What is the story with Dairy Farmers??

    This has been all over the news and social media for a few days now. I can't really work out what the story is and how buying expensive milk helps farmers when Coles/Woolies etc are making the profits on the milk. Can someone explain what the story is, as any articles I have read and news...
  19. A

    What is your favorite pre that still gets you fired up for a workout without needing

    What is your favorite pre that still gets you fired up for a workout without needing copious amounts of powder?
  20. L

    Grip weakest link in deadlift

    Hi All, My trainer has me currently doing high-volume to bring up my work capacity and to burn off the fat. However with deadlifts my forearms and grip is running out of steam halfway through the sets. I know I have other options but: 1. I don't like alternating grip due to some imbalances, a...
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