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  1. Sit before you stand for bigger biceps

    I was just reading Andy's comment in this thread Bar Curls - Core Stability Post #17 01-09-2010 12:49 PM And it gave me an idea to write few words on the subject, since I agree with Andy re that ridiculous modern preacher bench; ridiculous because of its wrong design. With that said, here...
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    Arginine vs AAKG vs Citrulline Malate

    I know that Citrulline is generally seen as the most effective in studies, but is there any benefit in taking it in combination with another NO activator? edit: Agmatine?
  3. Australia is podium finisher in drugs taking

    Professor Gordian Fulde wins Senior Australian of the Year 2016. Here's what he had to say this morning on the subject of Australia and drug taking. MICHAEL BRISSENDEN: This year's Senior Australian of the year is Professor Gordian Fulde, the long serving head of the Emergency Department at...
  4. fascia stretching with roller

    Is this effective for flexibility?
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    The Real Science of Squat Depth - t nation article

    "The ideal squat ends around parallel. This puts sarcomeres in a position to produce the most tension and force. Admittedly, a majority of research studies suggest deep squats are more effective and healthier on the joints than partial squats or parallel squats. These results are to be expected...
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    test/primo/tbol cycle alternatives

    Hi folks, I start saying that im not a steroid user even thou ive done one test prop 300mg for 8 weeks with no substantial weight gains. My question is purely for information purposes, i know steroids are illegal in Australia so just share your experience or knowledge for information purposes...
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    Raging Lion Know your limits, and push yourself in an

    Raging Lion Know your limits, and push yourself in an exercise to the point at which you hit that limit. For every set, push to continue until you cannot continue with a single additional rep. You can shorten your sets when you start to get tired, but do not stop until you have no energy left to...
  8. Olympus Labs Conqu3r Unleashed

    My order of the new Conqu3r formula arrived today so thought I'd give it a shot and write a review.... Taste 5/10 I got Mango flavour in the regular version and Strawberry Lime in the stim free. Used Mango today, it's not the worst tasting pre workout I've had but definitely not the best...
  9. Supplement Stacks Bulk Nutrients

    I normally just purchase protein powder and use this to help me hit my daily allowance. Occasionally I use a pre work out now and then if I'm feeling flat. Haven't really been into purchasing all the other bells and whistles as I personally don't know if it would be of benefit to me. Are they...
  10. How do YOU warm up?

    As the heading says! Cardio equipment? Bands? Dynamic stretching? Specific movements? Rollers? I'm just interested in forms of warm ups! For me, it's dynamic stretching and band work. Have a good weekend!
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    July 2015 Newsletter - our latest updates

    This month all orders over $250 will receive a free 120 capsule bottle of Creatine Nitrate worth $25! Primarily used before heavy lifting, Creatine Nitrate combines the proven effectiveness of creatine with the increased blood flow to muscles that nitrate provides. Our Creatine Nitrate...
  12. Unilateral imbalances & muscle activation

    For a little while now I have been doing some unilateral work once or twice per week focussing on my lower left side to bring up perceived muscularity and strength imbalances. This has gone a long way, and the visual difference is minimal now. I am aware that when squatting heavier weights...
  13. Lats!

    What have you found to be the most effective lat exercises, best methods of lat activation, and what has given you the best lat width results?
  14. Leg press v squats for non lifting sports

    this question has long interested me given my weak legs. My thoughts have also been pricked by the recent thread concerning 'the appearance of strength'. And don't get me wrong; I think the squat is one of the great exercises. But from a non-lifting perspective, especially for individuals who...
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    Newbies fire away your questions

    Post any of your questions, no matter how silly you think the question might be
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    Stick To 30 Or 60 Second Intervals For Effective Interval Training

    High-intensity interval training, a type of workout that consists of very brief bouts of very strenuous exercise, has become enormously popular in recent years. A main reason is that although such workouts are draining, they can be both very effective and very short, often lasting only a few...
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    What is the Most Effective Set/Rep Numbers to Gain Muscle?

    For gaining lean muscle mass what set/rep amounts ? Heavy weight, low reps? Light weight, high reps? Somewhere in between?
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    Are there any popular workouts that you find overused and not very effective? (

    Are there any popular workouts that you find overused and not very effective?
  19. Effective, No filler, OTC pre workout

    Hi Guys, Does anyone know of a pre-workout I can buy in a GNC/Mass/ASN nutrition that: - Has creatine, beta alanine & citrulline malate - Isn't full of bs fillers (i.e. sugar) - Has a good stim in it i.e. a reasonably good replacement for DMAA that isn't just ass loads of caffeine Would just...
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    The top 3 most effective ab exercises

    What are the most effective ab exercises? A study at the Biomechanics Lab at San Diego State University aimed to find out. The researchers tested to see which of the most common abdominal exercises and ab equipment led to the most muscle engagement. Out of thirteen exercises, the traditional...