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    New barbell

    Good morning everybody, I have decided that it is time for a decent barbell. I have noticed a few different threads but I am having trouble finding them with the search (I am sure I am the problem...not the search function). I will be mainly doing squats, deadlifts, rack pulls and not so...
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    Affordable Olympic Lifting Barbell

    I'm looking for a barbell which i can use for olympic lifting including crossfit style workouts. Currently i am using a fairly cheap bar and already i can see the sleeve becoming a bit loose Aside from the Force USA bar, F-OLB20 and the Iron edge premium bar, are there any other alternatives ...
  3. The Gold Coast Barbell Open - March 10

    Gold Coast Barbell's first "Official" comp and the last chance in QLD to qualify for Raw Nationals if you're keen to throwdown with Australia's best. Find the registration form here: http://www.powerliftingaustralia.com/Forms/2013GoldCoastBarbellOpen.pdf. This is a Powerlifting Australia...
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    Barbell hacks any one?

    Years ago I didnt have a squat rack when I first started training in my garage my old man taught me the barbell hack squat until I could clean and press a decent load to squat they where my main devolpers. Any way today I started off with deads instead of squats and it clicked to hack the load...
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    Do u prefer barbell or dumbells?

    I prefer db's for symmetry purposes and more freedom. I don't feel as locked in a lot of movements. Barbells come in handy on heavy rows, deadlifts squats ect but I feel you carry over more strength to barbells from dumbells rather than barbells to dumbells.
  6. Off-topic-but-still-related-to-PL-thread

    Thread where all off-rail discussions can be discussed without derailing whatever thread it's brought up in
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    Barbell Maintenance – Greasing

    Here is how you clean and re-grease your old barbell. They recommend using teflon grease instead of oil. How to clean your barbell, NorCal CrossFit Quick Tip - YouTube
  8. Barbell curl

    I really like the barbell curl, I like using it as a finisher, the standing barbell curl works a lot of muscle if worked hard. Another good finisher is farmer's. But here is something to try. We pick up a weighted bar stand straight or erect and rip out 3x10, as I've been around for some time...
  9. Berea Barbell

    Vid Brandon Lilly posted on FB w/commentary. Good viewing 12/8/12 Cube Speed Deads w/Commentary - YouTube
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    This is why you buy a quality Barbell

    This is why you should buy a quality barbell from the start. This bar is a standard thickness bar (28mm) from memory. It lasted to 130kg dead lifts then bent like a banana. So for those looking into getting started dont waste your money on a cheap barbell. As you will not only have to replace...
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    EZ Curl bar for pansies?

    So basically I'm new to bodybuilding and just wondering what the general consensus is with the EZ Curl bar, is it for pussies? If so then I won't get one and stick with the barbell :) At my local gym my trainer made me use a thick foamy thing on my upper back for squatting, but after i read...
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    Garage Gym Barbell

    I am looking at possibly buying one of these. It is the black oxide G2 marketed as a crossfit barbell. I will get it at about 25% of the retail price. Anyone used one, some feedback would be good, I realise it is not in the same class as an ABC or texas but it is cheap and my 2nd $85 china bar...
  13. Gold Coast Barbell Push/Pull Comp - October 28

    Bench Press and Deadlift Comp 28/10/12, 11am (Weigh in from 9am) 5/26 Bailey Crescent Southport $25 Entry fee An unsanctioned event Mens and Womens divisions, no weight divisions. Prizes for the best lifters based on Wilks score. Sponsored by Titan & Eleiko Oceania and Unleashed...
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    Barbell Jumping Jacks

  15. Gold Coast Barbell Apparel

    GOLD COAST BARBELL T-SHIRTS – $35ea – Red with black print. S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL. Front Back GOLD COAST BARBELL HOODIES – $55 – Black with red print. S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL. Front: GCB Skull Logo printed in red Back PM me for details if you're keen! Shop | Gold...
  16. Front Squats: Barbell vs. Kettlebell.

    I have always struggled with Front squat "lack of" mobility in the shoulders and wrists, so instead of using a barbell, I had to use Kettlebells as demonstrated in the below video (Crossfit days), are KB Front squats any different to BB squats? NQgcit05dFs
  17. which low-mid price aussie supplied barbell?

    Wondering which mid/low priced ($200) barbell to get for basic squats, bench and deadlifts. Options appear to be 7ft Olympic Barbell Thrust Bearings 1500lbs 220cm Olympic Barbell_Thrust Bearing_Rated 600kg Iron Edge 20kg Economy Barbell - Iron Edge Fitness Equipment - Train Smarter (I'm...
  18. New Gold Coast Barbell and Strongman Gold Coast websites

    Gold Coast Barbell and Strongman Gold Coast now have their own websites. Gold Coast Barbell Strongman Gold Coast Check them out and tell me what you think. :cool:
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    Glossary Of Common Gym Terms

    Glossary Of Common Gym Terms If you've ever had occasion to visit a gym, you've no doubt heard people talking about "feeling the burn" and "pumping up." But did you ever wonder what people were really saying? Here are some common terms and phrases...
  20. Orlando Barbell Powerlifting Documentary

    Fuarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrk yea! Orlando Barbell Powerlifting Documentary, "Iron/Chalk" Part1 - YouTube Orlando Barbell Powerlifting Documentary, "Iron/Chalk" Part2 - YouTube