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  1. Fadi

    [Article] Are deadlifts necessary beyond powerlifting?

    I'll stick with my Clean Deadlifts, as I find them to be the safest of all exercises in what they give in return for a lifter's effort. For overall mobility and strength, in addition to safety, I've yet to find an exercise that comes close to matching them. Would I recommend them to everyone...
  2. Fadi

    Are lifting straps for the weak?

    The direct answer is no they're not for the weak, unless you consider some of the world's strongest men weak! When you're lifting really heavy (relative to you) for repetitions, or you're holding a weight statically momentarily before moving it (such in a halting deadlift position with a...
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    • Replies: 54
    • Forum: Power Lifting/strength training
  3. Fadi

    Science Shows Eating Carbs During A Workout Is Best For Recovery

    I will not dispute what this study has shown, neither would I dispute what Woody has been clearly articulating through his posts on the subject. Would I be contradicting myself for taking such a stance? Most definitely not. Why is that? Because the human body is very adaptable to using the fuel...
  4. Fadi

    Older guy starting home gym, advice wanted

    Thank you Aimee, I said I was optimistic of a positive resolution to this slight mishap..., and you my dear lady did not let me down :) Thanks again Aimee. I'll be purchasing that same bar from your company soon..., I may come by and pick it up as I've done with my other purchases from your...
  5. Fadi

    Older guy starting home gym, advice wanted

    In this day and age (which I'm not very fond of when it comes to communication), a hell of a lot is very much lost in transit. The written word can do a lot, but can never match the verbal communication and the true tone of someone's voice. Hence, I suggested a call to the party involved in...
  6. Fadi

    Arnold Classic Live Stream. March 3-4

    I agree with each and every word you wrote Blakey, thank you Sir. And I'm as sad, or perhaps as disappointed as you are for the way bodybuilding is travelling. It's as if they've lost their way amongst all the prize money and whatever else bodybuilding brings them in this day and age. In...
  7. Fadi

    Older guy starting home gym, advice wanted

    I'd like to make a suggestion if I may please Sir. May I suggest you call instead of write this time (as you've written three times already), and tell the person on the line that you'll be coming over with the damaged bar and would like a replacement ready to take away. I'm assuming you reside...
  8. Fadi

    Arnold Classic Live Stream. March 3-4

    No one can argue with what you're saying sir, that is to say there really is no comparison between Dallas and Arnold, for Arnold (and all bodybuilders from his era) did not have bloated stomachs. Like I said, it's really an open and shut case and you win each and every time when that type of...
  9. Fadi

    Older guy starting home gym, advice wanted

    I see you're not impressed and that's understandable. If I may (again), I would suggest you email Gym Direct and tell them you want the bar you've bought exchanged for a new one that has not been damaged through a mishap by their courier driver. If they refuse the obvious, take it further. For...
  10. Fadi

    Arnold Classic Live Stream. March 3-4

    Since Dallas was introduced to Ausbb by Adrian, I've taken a liking to him based on his physique, but above all I was impressed (and still am) by his humble down to earth personality, a rarity amongst bodybuilders 1/4 his size. He's very easy on the eyes (and the ears) Adrian, thanks for...
  11. Fadi

    Trump - Republican Nominee (President)

    From 15:50 to 16:46, we learn that Mr. Donald Trump is the anti-Christ, according to the author of this video. With a mother's name of Mary and a father's name of Christ, Mr. Trump "believes that he's the return of Christ, or the mockery of the return of Christ." Interesting stuff if you're a...
  12. Fadi

    Generation Iron 2

    Every time I look at a professional bodybuilder, I feel super blessed for not being one..., for more reasons than one. Full respect to all the hard work and effort that is put in over the years, but when all is said and done, I'd much prefer and favour real muscles and health above muscles...
  13. Fadi

    Cheap Chinese Barbell locking / lockjaw COLLARS

    I use the professional Hampton spring collars as I find them much easier to put on and take off. Placed the silver ones there for comparison purposes.
  14. Fadi

    showdownhero's IF LCHF Bulletproof Log

    Come on mate, what's wrong with you Huh! I mean why aren't you just like millions upon millions of people out there feeding the hungry ah? Is it all about you? How about them, don't they need to be fed also? OK, enough suspense for now. I'm very proud of your attention to details with your...
  15. Fadi

    Motivation is the sum of three words...

    For me, motivation is the sum of three words: Desire Drive Improvement Approaching 52, what is it that motivates me the most? To some, motivation is driven by a gold medal being placed around their necks sometimes into the future, whilst to others; it’s the collection of some large amount...
  16. Fadi

    “Hey, you’re doing it wrong!”

    Individualisation combined with text book technique =YOU! “Hey, you’re doing it wrong!”, so he tells you. If you’re an advanced or elite lifter, there is no such thing as you’re doing it wrong, and don’t let anyone (especially a coach) tell you otherwise. To illustrate my point, let us focus...
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    • Forum: Power Lifting/strength training
  17. Fadi

    Need your help please...

    I don't like everything about the IWF (International weightlifting federation), but since every weightlifter falls under the same rules and regulations, it all even itself out, as one and all are in the same boat. It's a shame the same can't be reasoned out in that manner for the sake of...
  18. Fadi

    Need your help please...

    Why can't these organisations/federations just have one single federation like they have in Olympic weightlifting in the IWF. Has anyone thought of bringing them all together under the one and same umbrella? In 2010, my wish was to break the world record for the clean and jerk in the masters...
  19. Fadi

    Four Corners investigate Australia’s vitamins and supplement’s industry

    Thank you for sharing showdownhero, appreciate it mate.
  20. Fadi

    Need your help please...

    Brilliant response Sir, thanks for giving me some of your time, I sincerely appreciate it Woody.
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