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    BENT AFTER 2 MONTHS! Force USA Commercial Grade Olympic Power Bar (1500lb)

    After testing my 1RM on Deadlift (160kg) Squat (120kg) and Bench (80kg) I have noticed that my Force USA Commercial Grade Olympic Power Bar (1500lb) is no longer straight. I never dump my deadlifts and I have never dropped the bar on to the safeties. I am going to take the bar in there today...
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    :( Rib injury coming out of the hole on squats

    Hello everyone, Over the last 3 weeks I have been testing my 1RM for the big 3. I have been lifting for 4 months and decided it was time to test my strength and form. DEADLIFT was on week 1 and I managed to lift up 160kg x 3 with breaks in between. The first one was average form, but I still...
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    Fonterra warned about deadly bacterium

    Related to whey products Botulism threat to infant milk formula
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    Don't Cha Wish Your Girlfriend Was

    Thread title is open for interpretation based on individuality :D 17 year old-girl performing movements most guys can't do - YouTube
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    Do you Hate Deadlifts too? Some really great tips and information for deads here

    I read this article today and I think it has some excellent information and tips for beginners and maybe more Here is the link so click it already
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    Wheat Belly. Myth or scientific?

    lol. Seems legit ;) How Wheat Makes You Fat! - YouTube Wheat Belly
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    12 Strength Training Supplements Dissected.

    he amount of marketing BS spread about supplementation is absurd. It makes sense - supplements are a billion dollar industry, and the craziest claims get you paid. We've been dissecting supplement and nutrition claims for over two years at Examine.com. With over 20,000 citations now, we've...
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    [Video] Do You Have Metabolic Damage? How Do You Know Otherwise?

    I thought this video was absolutely fantastic! It's a fairly long video, but is is extremely informative for everybody! It's basically explaining and giving advice on fixing metabolic damage which has or might apply to more people then you think. Metabolic Damage - MJ's Thoughts Episode 4 -...
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    Medication and Pre Workout Supplements

    I bought my first pre workout recently (Cellucor C4) First of all I am currently taking anti depressants "Effexor XR (Venlafaxine)" and also reflux medication called "Somac" I am not sure if my medication is rejecting any of the ingredients or if it is just me but after 2 scoops (1 did the...
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    [Q] Doing PTC Beginners program

    For about 2 months I was doing all of the exercises from this program but for 3x5 because I thought I couldn't handle 3x10 and 3x8. For the last month however, I have been following the program exactly. I have some questions. 1. Why 10 squats and not 8 like everything else? 2. To complete...
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    [Q]/[DISCUSSION] Organic Whey! Organic? Quality? Taste? Worth It?

    I have briefly seen some organic brands thrown around but a brand mentioned the most is Professional Whey. However, it is never discussed and debated in great detail. It seems that this is the best of the local products that is organic. Most of the reviews seem very generic and a majority of...
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    which barbell row to use

    I just wanted to mentiuon that I started out doing 45 degree barbell rows and once I perfected the form I noticed a lot of it in my upper back. I then researched more and found that the oldschool barbell row (pendlay) style works more of the back apparently. I just wanted to know if anybody has...
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    [GUIDE] Beginners Deadlift Technique. It helped me, it might just help you

    I wrote this guide after finally figuring out exactly what I needed to do to get the most out of my deadlift without feeling uncomfortable, sore or just plain awkward. I am nowhere near an advanced level, I just simply want to give this option to you just in case it also helps you. Please feel...
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    Can this really be happening!

    Hey, Matt here :) I have been doing a the PTC beginners program but as a 3x5 for the last 6 weeks and started getting stronger and more confident with my lifts. I decided to do a form check just to make sure I was on the right track. I decided to re-watch the Rippetoes videos on Deads, Bench...
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    International Protein Synergy 5

    Has anybody used this? I have noticed somebody from another Australian forum really talking it up and was just wondering what it was like? I am currently using ON, so it would have to be better than that
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    My Squat Form

    I would like some feedback if possible. This is my post to [Article] Getting to know the squat - All you need to know about squatting This is a great write up! Just a question. You say don't focus on pushing down with heels but rather focus on forcing the chest up and pushing the back into the...
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    Capo 5/5/2013 Limbo Gym Results

    This was held at Limbos Gym in Adelaide and I attended because my mate Laurie Bates was competing and did quite well. Well done to everybody who competed and attended. If anybody wants the women's results CLICK HERE Mens Results: *NOTE* R, RP, E stands for Raw, Raw Plus and Equipped. WD stands...
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    lol @ Mehdi not being bigger because he doesn't take steroids

    Email from Mehdi: A couple of days ago I uploaded a video on the StrongLifts youtube channel, of myself doing Squats with 308lb for 5x5, and as usual there were some guys wondering why I’m not bigger because I’m lifting so much weight. One guy gave a perfect answer in the comments, here’s...
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    Force USA Rack with Hi/Low Pulleys, Crossovers, Peck Deck

    Has anybody purchased this rack pack with hi/low pulley, peck deck and crossover cables? I have just got it and 200kg of Olympic weight This bench Now this bar these dumbbells and some strength bands. Was this overkill or would it be beneficial to have it all in a home gym? For an extra $500...
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    Newb Advice on package Local vs Interstate and a new brand in the works

    Hello everybody. I'm a new member and I am from Adelaide. I am about to buy a setup for home. I am have only had about 6 months of experience and it's usually always been at a gym. I have decided I want to cancel my Gym membership as I find it annoying for the following reasons Driving there...
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