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exercises

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    How long should my workouts go for?

    My squat day goes for 45min... my bench press workout is 1.5 hrs. Should i be bulking up my squat day? Currently 3 exercises... squat, paused squat and lunges. Or am i hitting my chest too hard... bench press, close grip, db bench, flys, then reverse flys, bicep curl and skullcrushers.... How...
  2. 0ni

    The reverse hyper

    I don't want to hurt myself getting back into lifting so I am keeping things very light for a while. Of great interest to me are exercises that I can absolutely kill it on and give 100% without fear of injury My favourite for the lower body is the reverse hyper. I've been doing 200 reps a week...
  3. Shrek

    Callum Von Moger almost dies.

    https://youtu.be/qncfJ16xKzg
  4. Shrek

    3 only

    There was s discussion here ages ago about choosing one exercise only. Which one would you choose? Let’s do 3. 3 exercises only if you had to choose.
  5. N

    Complete Newbie where do I start

    So I went out and bought a multi Gym Now what?? Might sound like a silly question but for someone new im a bit lost Seems to be an argument about weight vs reps? what weight should one start with how may reps What exercises How much and many workouts a week
  6. Shrek

    John Cena’s Hard Nocks Gym

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJTkryP2W4Y
  7. A

    Portable chest fly machine

    Does anyone know of a portable chest fly machine without any seating mount? Something that can be mounted to a pillar or pole.
  8. A

    PHA: The low impact exercise that delivers big results

    IT’S the low impact training that delivers high impact results. Skip your next HIIT session and try some PHA training instead. WITH so many benefits it’s easy to see why High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is all the rage. Research shows it burns more calories than steady state cardio...
  9. spartacus

    What exercises do you rate best for each muscle group?

    given all the excitement about supposed 'great' exercises like deadlift, what are your favorites exercises for each muscle groups that you would do for bodybuilding purposes. Mine thighs- good form (high bar) squats and/or lunges, leg press, leg extensions, leg curls, step ups, walking...
  10. S

    Bench Press - is it over rated outside of PL?

    Discus
  11. spartacus

    the importance of specific strength for sport, avoiding heavy lifts

    I have been training a good triathlete for 10 weeks now, mostly on bilateral and bodyweight exercises. he has improved his leg power by 5%, a pretty good feat, but I/he was waiting to see how it helped his sport performance. yesterday he rings to say, that despite only doing 15km swimming per...
  12. A

    Most Underrated Exercises Thread

    What are some underrated exercises that not many do anymore to grow certain body parts better based on your experiences?
  13. A

    This Barbell Workout Will Kick Your Arse In 20 Minutes Or Less

    Some days I just don't want to work out for an hour at the gym. And you know what? Sometimes workouts don't even need to be that long. Whenever I want to be in and out of the gym but still build strength and endurance, my go-to is this challenging, make-you-gasp-for-air workout called a barbell...
  14. A

    74-year-old bodybuilder Janice Lorraine is busting age stereotypes

    In a sea of perspex platform stilettos, a fine mist of coconut oil is settling on 74-year-old Janice Lorraine's sinewy fake-tanned figure. We are at the 2017 iCompete Natural (ICN) bodybuilding NSW titles, and Janice has her eye on the prize as her partner David Kendall pats a third layer of...
  15. Shrek

    Frequency v Volume

    Loving the frequency right now. 2 sets max, 4 x per week.
  16. A

    Post your sticking points

    ​Have you been working out for a while but need help on something specific? Post your issue here with a detailed description and photos or video if available. The more information you can provide, the easier it will be for others to help you.
  17. Shrek

    Arnold Press.

    Yes or no? https://www.muscleandstrength.com/exercises/seated-arnold-press.html
  18. A

    Do you set monthly goals? If so, what are your February goals?

    Do you set monthly goals? If so, what are your February goals?
  19. T

    Home Crossfit Exercises?

    Does anyone know any good home crossfit exercises? Just looking to shred a bit of fat and keep it flexible on the go. Thanks in advance!
  20. spartacus

    The Role of Unilateral Exercises

    I find this subject interesting, especially in light of the reality that so many of us may have limb strength imbalances due to a variety of reasons. I also believe that they have great relevance for many sports, perhaps not so much weightlifting or Olympic lifting. Like to see goosey get...
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