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  1. Milen Dobrev dead at 35...

    MILEN DOBREV Born: February 22, 1980, Bulgaria Died: March 21, 2015, Bulgaria (I've just realised and it was sad to know). Height: 1.77 m Weight: 94 kg Milen was a gold medalist at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, has been found dead at his home, aged 35. He also claimed gold at the 2003 world...
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    What is the difference between main Weight lifting and power lifting?

    Both the terms are most often used just wanna know the exact difference any one knows here?
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    ? new releases & restocked! ?

    Hey AUSBB, some new gear and restocks to notify you all about! Gym Bags These bags are unreal, no expense spared here. Roomy, aesthetic - a perfect all rounder! Lifting Belts 10mm, 13mm, Tri Series, Olympic, Quick Release, Single prong all restocked. These belts are phenomenal. Again...
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    Sydney Olympic Lifting - trainer recommendations

    Hi, My training has very much focussed on DL, Squat, MP an Bench but am looking to do some training that is a bit more "explosive" or power based. I am keen to get a few suggestions / recommendations for trainers or gyms who focus on Olympic lifting, specifically power cleans. I have tried to...
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    FS pair of 10 & 15 rubber Olympic plates (non bumpers)

    Looking for $100 for both pairs. Pickup is in Bayswater North 3153 Email nevharris700@Hotmail.com for info
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    Anyone here own a Muscle Motion barbell?

    Looking to buy a new general purpose barbell to replace my cheap crappy one and I found this one on Gym Direct http://www.gymdirect.com.au/shop/weights-bars-dumbbells/bars/olympic-size/elite-pro-olympic-bar-1500lbs-rated/ Does anyone have any experience with them? I'm in Brisbane so I can't...
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    Bodyworx/ Cyberfit Bumper plates

    Hey I'm looking at purchasing some bumper plates in a few weeks time and have been looking at some options, a seemingly unknown brand is the bodyworx bumpers over at cyberfit. Does anyone have any experience with these? http://www.cyberfit.com.au/econ-150kg-olympic-bumper-plates-set-p-763.html...
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    Price my gym

    Am looking at selling my home gym and wondering your thoughts on an appropriate price to advertise. Spent around $2500 all up brand new. Force USA: Power Rack Inclince Decline Bench 182.5 kg Olympic Rubber Plates (2x25, 2x20, 2x15, 4x10, 2x5, 4x2.5, 2x1.25) Force USA Plate Rack 1500lb Barbell...
  9. Olympic shoes for squatting, disadvantages as well as pros

    Advantages of raised-heel squatting are very well discussed Not a lot is said about long term usage and disadvantages, or the ideal usage circumstances Please share your findings Aside from obvious benefits, through med-long term use I am finding -Knees take more of a beating; often am...
  10. 15kg olympic weight plates for $30 each

    $30 for 15kg olympic weight plates Hi all, We're currently offering 15kg rubber coated olympic weight plates at $30 each (or $2 a kg). These plates are 355mm in diameter, by 50mm through (at it’s thickest point). Use the coupon code CHEAP15KG on checkout...
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    GoPro - Olympic Weightlifting Snatch Practice

  12. Olympic lifting prowess clips

    180kg power snatch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ_vjW6qvCg
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    Cheap Olympic Barbells from GymDirect

    Hi all, I'm looking into buying an olympic barbell and some plates as it just isn't safe or viable for me to use a standard barbell any longer, and I was hoping to get some opinions or suggestions. I know I should just make the initial investment in a good bar that will last a while but I cannot...
  14. 56kg lifter, 4 times bodyweight olympic style squat

    http://www.allthingsgym.com/long-de-cheng-226kg-squat/
  15. "Lee Priest Mr.Olympia 2002"

    Lee Priest Mr.Olympia 2002: Lee Priest Mr.Olympia 2002 - YouTube
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    [MEL] Olympic dumbbell handles

    [MEL] Olympic dumbbell handles - PRICE DROP - $40 I got these about 4 years ago and they sat in my garage doing nothing. Used them a little for rehab exercises but I never got around to stocking up on olympic plates to use with these. Location: Melbourne - inner suburbs Description: Olympic...
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    Alex Robibaro’s intense training regime ahead of Olympic Park competition

    Alex Robibaro’s intense training regime ahead of Olympic Park competition Alex Robibaro is ready for the weekend’s bodybuilding competition. International Federation of Bodybuilding champs in Sydney on Sunday West Hoxton resident Alex Robibaro one of 500 competitors Category winners go to...
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    [SYD] FS MMPR Power rack w dip bar, Olympic Bar+200kg , 6 x mats, storage - $1.5k

    Muscle Motion Power Rack - MMPR model (includes chin up bar and dip bar attachments) Standard Olympic bar - 20kg 200kg weights 8x20kg 2x10kg 2x5kg 2x2.5kg 2x1.25kg 6 x 1m2 rubber floor mats Flat Bench Weight storage rack Assembly tools included Asking for $1,500. Bought about a...
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    Complete body workout with dumbbells, weight bench and olympic bar.

    Hi guys im brand new to this I just moved into my own house, im 19 and weigh 95kg but barely anyone can believe me. I am wondering could I do my chest, arms, back, shoulders and legs workouts all with a set of dumbells olympic bar and weight bench? If so what exercises would they be? Dont have...
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    STRONGER! Olympic Lifting Series - Tyson Edwards

    Watch, laugh and learn as Tyson teaches you more about the sport of Olympic lifting, technique, diet and the hurdles faced for an athlete preparing for competition. Building a Champion - Week 1 Raising the Bar - Week 3...