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  1. Fadi

    Load the muscle not the bar...

    Since 2009, I’ve written many words on this forum;however one aspect of training I’ve always emphasised was and still is the psychology of training. I believe not enough thought is given to this essential element of our training, the thought of how we ought to approach our training. If your...
  2. A

    A Doctor Explains The Pros And Cons Of Common Sex Positions

    Medial doctor and sex therapist Zvi Zuckerman (aka the “Sex Doctor”) recently explained the scientific, romantic and physical benefits of each position, along with their potential drawbacks. So if you’re feeling frisky tonight, here’s what to look forward to (and what to look out for!) Dr. Zvi...
  3. A

    Phil 2015 vs 2016

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  4. V

    Best lab at the moment

    Hey guys Whats one of the better labs at the moment. Kind regards val
  5. J

    Chain!

    I am trying to source some Chain to add to our lifts. Our local Marine Supply has upto 16mm (about 5.6Kg for a Metre Length) But I would really like to get 20mm. Can't seem to find it anywhere!!! Does anybody know where I could get it (we are North Brisbane) ? Or have you used 16mm and is it...
  6. L

    Overhead Press, forearm clicking

    Hi All, Just switched from seated overhead press (slight incline), to standing again. I realised my grip was way too wide (on the gnurling), and have bought my grip into should width as per the various form guidelines on "proper form". Generally I feel stronger like this too with less shoulder...
  7. M

    Texas deadlift bar and Texas power bar

    Hey guys Im moving houses in approximately 8 weeks and I don't think there is going to be room to bring the home gym with me. I have a legit Texas deadlift bar and a legit texas power bar both from UGE that I am wanting to try and line up a buyer for once I move. Availability will be about 8...
  8. A

    Use Dice And A Deck Of Cards To Get A Different, Fun Workout Anytime, Anywhere

    A full deck of cards would be ideal. Since the whole workout lasts until every single card has been flipped, you can go with fewer cards to shorten the workout, or use two decks for a crazy challenge. There are three steps you’ll need to repeat throughout the workout: Flip a card: Each of the...
  9. Shrek

    "Big on the Basics: Front Squat with Dan "BOSS" Green"

    https://youtu.be/xP7UxJRe6AI
  10. A

    Richmond body builder wins in Australia

    Supplied Richmond body builder Paula Fearnley won her class in the Southern Hemisphere Body Building Championship held in Australia last month. Paula Fearnley has had a dream ending to her latest body building season. The Richmond business-owner and mother-of-three last month won her class...
  11. A

    Shots have been fired into a South Melbourne gym

    STAFF at a South Melbourne gym were shocked to find bullet holes in their building this morning. The shots were fired into the side of the building and roller door of the Whiteman Street fitness centre before 6:30am. The gym was closed at the time of the shooting. A large window and two roller...
  12. G

    Which is the most 'healthy'

    Hello, I been seeing all the different kinds of lifting one can do. Strongman, Powerlifting, Crossfit, Olympic Weightlifting and so forth. Well... For someone who is not planning on doing this for competition but general well being (get as strong as I can for my own wow factor)... Which...
  13. Fadi

    Camel Milk

    Tried a bit this morning. The price has come down my wife tells me; it's only $25/L, down from $100/L not long ago. First impression; I found it too much on the salty side, not in a nice way (like salted nuts for example). It's touted to have all these different benefits of which controlling...
  14. Fadi

    Mechanical advantage bodybuilding: extend your set intensify your workout.

    None of us want to waste time trying to build muscle. And all of us know that the intensity of a set is felt near its completion rather than its beginning. Knowing this, it would be logical then to take advantage of this fact by extending the set at a point where it’s most optimal and most...
  15. steveP

    Supplement flash sales/bargains

    I've kind of been randomly posting in other supplement threads when I find a sale as there's no proper thread. So this is it. This will be for any flash sales, bargains, eBay deals, limited stock, short shelf life or just clearance sups you see in person. Post a link, describe what the sale...
  16. Fadi

    Hang the "parents"...

    If they admit (and they have) to leaving their 7 year old boy in bear infested mountain area, I would not hesitate to do away with both of these so called "parents"..., 100% ignorant monsters is what I'd call them instead. I'm sure there'd be people out there who'd find some sort of...
  17. 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...
  18. ride29er

    Bulged Disk with extruded cartilage

    5 weeks ago in my local strongman gym I was doing some deadlifting, I hit a single at 180kg which is 30kg off my PB and felt a pop like a knuckle cracked so I instantly hit the floor and layed still for a few minutes to see how my body reacted, felt ok until I went to move and the pain was that...
  19. Fadi

    For optimal muscle gains, do this…

    Have you been trying to add some pure muscle onto your frame to justify the effort you’ve been putting into training and eating? If so, and you have not been too satisfied with the current outcome of your progress, then read on to find out my 6 tips that would have you muscle gaining in no time...
  20. Fadi

    When it's not what you think

    Have you ever suffered with a sore and at times annoying elbow pain? Have you been asked the usual questions by fellow bodybuilders? Questions such as: do you do barbell curls mate, and if so, do you use a straight bar or an EZ curl bar? The problem? You might just be looking in the wrong place...
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