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  1. Dips

    Howdy, Lately I've been smashing the dips. I've been doing them first up when strength levels are high. My question is how do you warm up? I can't just use BW because it's like doing a working set straight up. I put my feet on floor and and take some weight off but it sux?:mad: How do you warm up?
  2. Shapelle Corby set for early release

    Shapelle Corby has been put forward for early release by indonesian authorities. Do you think she should be released? Indonesia recommends clemency for Schapelle Corby | Perth Now
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    Looking for Power Rack and Olympic Weights set for $700

    Who should I go through?
  4. whats your views on effort per set?

    this came up in joels "who really trains" thread... talk about going 100% effort (for example) 3 sets of 5, where the weight remains at that 100% do you start lower and increase? or do you do one, 100% effort set, then drop it down? whats your views on towards "effort percentage per set"? (i...
  5. Set back :( stupid back.

    I wasnt feeling very motivated to train after a long day at work, but i forced myself to the gym anyway. i was trying a deadlift 1 rep max (170kg) and my form got a bit sloppy, then i felt a sharp pain just above my tailbone. The next day i woke up hell sore so i iced it 3 times a day and took 1...
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    Fiber intake (Metamucil)

    I actually started drinking this becasue i was over water for the day and wanted something diffrent. Im hooked on the stuff, 3 glasses a day, Like dosage recommened. This stuff Really does keep you on the toilet nice and reguler and with ease too :) I know probly enough fiber is gained...
  7. what you think of implants

    i know most guys dont like them... but what if they didnt look fake? I think ive seen heaps of jobs that look pretty natural what do you guys think of this girls boob job.. i like em before and after pics attached
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    Do you have a set routine?

    Do you have a set routine or do you wing it?
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    Kiddie gyms being set up for tubby toddlers

    CHILD-sized gyms with weight benches, treadmills and rowers for those as young as three are being set up in family homes and childcare centres. But mini-gyms for tots - the latest salvo in the fight against childhood obesity - have been criticised as going too far and...
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    Drop Set Routine, please critic...

    Hi I want to start drop sets been reading about it i know you should only do it randomly to shock your muscles, I'm thinking of doing it for a month, then stop the drop set but still do the same routine for a month then add drop set again and so on. Any advice will be greatly appreciated and...
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    Topic of the week - What Is The Best Rep And Set Range For Building Muscle?

    In order to build muscle as fast as you can, what is the optimal range of set and reps pera a bodypart that one should do ? In a 12 week time frame what is the most muscle that a person can gain?
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    options for getting home weight set up

    Hi there i am looking to get a home set up either a full or a half rack with attachments i have the following in mind: Cheap BOLT POWER RACK HOME GYM W/ BONUS 120KG FREE WEIGHTS | 4Life Brands - Compare Prices & Save shopping in Australia and Weider Pro 355 Gym Set - BENCH PRESS -...
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    Used Olympic weight set

    Anybody here know where I would be able to find (used) Olympic weight sets preferably in Melbourne?
  14. Show us your Home Gym

    I have just spend the last 3-6 months setting up my home gym in the rumpus room of our home, I have luckily kept my old Gym equipment stored away in the back of the garage, my missues been onto me for years to get rid of the rubbish, as she called it from my teenage years. This stuff is old but...
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    FID Bench & Olmypic weight set

    currently I have a squat rack and a benchpress which does not decline or allow for easy manoeuvring when performing incline presses; so I need a FID bench I've spent a fair chuck of casheola on the rack and other bits and pieces and I am looking for some suggestions for a relatively cheap...
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    Best place to buy olympic weight set in Sydney

    Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, Having just arrived back in Sydney after many years OS, I am looking to buy; at least 155Kg's of olympic weight plates, 1 7 ft barbell, and a pair of barbells with 2 pairs of spring collars to start off. Would you mind sharing some advise on where a budget...
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    Be moral and ethical ppl.

    Gents & ladies, I have to say that my faith in humanity is wavering over the last 3 weeks. I have no confidence in most of the population. I was talking with a guy I know from work the other day. We got on to the subject of how long we have been with our partners. He was 11yrs I am about 12...
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    Rubber Hex Dumbell Set

    Hi Everyone, I am looking to purchase the Hubber Hex Dumbell set from gymdirect which is 10 pairs , 2.5KG to 25KG including Rack for $1100. It seems abit pricey, does anyone know where to find it cheaper? Also what are your thoughts on this set if you have purchased one before?
  19. Repetition

    Sometimes I like to mix this up, if my target for an exercise is say 15' I will start at 15 and work back, or I might break it into into fives, occasionally when I'm on the last five I'll break it down to ones. I do whatever I can. Breaking into fives works quite well for 20 reppers. Along...
  20. Why do you think the Starting Strength program only does 1x working set of deadlifts?

    Is it because they are so bad ass? I really have no idea. Does anyone know?