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Started 2 months, 3 weeks ago (2008-08-27 20:48:00)
by Chillininfl
So I guess I'm starting Rippetoe's program this week, and I did the deads, flat bench, and squats today. And wow, what a difference from the machines I'd been on for a good 6-7 months. And compared to the chest press machine, my bench reps are literally half of what I could do. It's incredible how weak all my stabalizers are. I can tell this is going to be much better for me. So guys any tips ...  |
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Started 2 months, 2 weeks ago (2008-09-03 08:32:00)
by eve16v
Quote, originally posted by gruvenazfvk » real quick question. i' m real skinny- 5'10 125lbs., i work out almost everyday, sometimes twice a day for countless hours because i enjoy it. Is it good that i can curl a 40 for 3 reps in 3 sets, 75 pushups, 30 dips, and bench 140 3 times? and i've tried gaining weight, i eat alot, but i guess its not enough. i take in about 5k calories per day... |
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Started 3 weeks, 1 day ago (2008-10-27 11:47:00)
by hannahazevedo
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Started 13 hours, 20 minutes ago (2008-11-18 21:26:00)
by djbaumsquad
Age: 24 Sex: yes I mean I am a male Height: 5ft5 Weight: 140 but my bf is at 6% Bodytype: ecto Training experience (as much detail as possible.. TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF ! ! WHY should we choose you ! !): James Jacob Baum has been training at Kenyons studio for 17+ years and is currently one of the several instructors there. James Jacob Baum started his martial arts ... |
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Started 19 hours, 24 minutes ago (2008-11-18 15:22:00)
by SheroN
Quote: Originally Posted by AARRRGH I make much larger gains (strength + size) with free weights. In fact, since I ditched machines altogether I'm making outrageous progress. I've also noticed I get less injuries with free weights. Machines made me do things awkwardly. I agree with this and like one of the ... |
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Started 20 hours, 4 minutes ago (2008-11-18 14:42:00)
by bman
Cheers for the advise lads. Quote: Originally Posted by kevpants You should increase the weight but keep doing three 3 x 10's. Say you're doing 30kg of something, try 32.5kg. You might only get to 8 or 9 but in a few weeks you'll get it, then on to 35kg. Always keep challenging yourself and setting little mini-goals along the way... |
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Started 20 hours, 50 minutes ago (2008-11-18 13:56:00)
by Minotaur
Quote: Originally Posted by fmartin685 I love machines. Actually, I love free weights, too. I think the idea that free weights are better is due to the need to balance the weight, which is probably true. Obviously you aren't going to do deadlifts with a machine (unless there's a machine I don't know about). Bottom line, they both work ... |
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Started 1 day, 7 hours ago (2008-11-18 03:37:00)
by Mr Punch
Quote: Originally Posted by newy085 ...so I was eating a lot of fruit and drinking juice instead of soft drink. I was exercising consistently, but wasn't moving the weight. Then I adjusted my diet and have cut out a lot of sugars (there is a lot of sugar in fruit and juice). Now I limit myself to two pieces of fruit and only drink ... |
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Started 1 day, 8 hours ago (2008-11-18 01:57:02)
by Flambeur
Quote: Originally Posted by kwilkinson It has helped thus far, thanks. It's only been a few days, but I feel a little... cleaner? I guess is the word I'm looking for. Anyway, yes, since the year has passed that I've posted the original post I've been through cycles. I've lost 10-15, then gained 15. At one point I had lost ... |
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Started 1 day, 9 hours ago (2008-11-18 01:21:07)
by waynelucky2
N2 and K, Could you please stop sidestepping, you have NOT answered ONE of my questions directly, now you start the mocking again ??? What are you afraid of ??? Is it because if you try to answer, you will have to admit you are wrong ??? AS I SAID BEFORE, all you and K have done is quote studies from Isokinetic Machines that have no relevance to free weights and their dynamics and ... |
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Started 4 days, 17 hours ago (2008-11-14 17:34:00)
by PPP-TIM
The short block assembly is one of the most critical procedures in any engine build. No one understands that better than Power Ported Performance and ERL Performance. ERL Performance was founded with machinist and tool & die makers that have manufactured anything from precision gauges to jet engine parts. Their ability to utilize equipment, tooling and knowledge from these areas simply isnt ... |
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Started 1 week ago (2008-11-11 16:45:00)
by scotty_new
free weights and machines, iv been told that free weights are better to use but are machines all bad, should i stay completely away or is it good to have a mixture? im aiming to build clean muscle, iv got my diet sorted and have been training a while using free weights would it be helpfull to introduce some machines aswell to help with form? |
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Started 2 days, 6 hours ago (2008-11-17 04:29:57)
by Tesla_se
bcl999, regarding financing My current take on the statement offered by WTWO on the details of finances vs. current economic conditions. First consider the stated reasons in the recent press release. I know what everyone is thinking - WHAT BS!!! - But please bare with me on this: "Current economic conditions unfortunately have hindered the projects financially and financing that was previously ... |
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Started 4 days, 19 hours ago (2008-11-14 15:06:00)
by PPP-Tech
The short block assembly is one of the most critical procedures in any engine build. No one understands that better than Power Ported Performance and ERL Performance. ERL Performance was founded with machinist and tool & die makers that have manufactured anything from precision gauges to jet engine parts. Their ability to utilize equipment, tooling and knowledge from these areas simply isn’t ... | |
