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  1. Forced reps, a misnomer?

    The first time I wrote on forced reps was here The “F” word! back in 2009. I see myself writing about this method yet again today. Has anyone ever pondered over the name of this method? "Forced reps", are they really forced reps, or are they more a reduced reps of sort. I say that assistance...
  2. Tendonitis of Brachioradialis (Elbow)

    Hi all, Wanting your take and advice regarding this kind of injury. I've been doing a bit of research but wanted your input. Around 6 months ago, I encountered tendonitis in my left arm, I left it untreated for 6 weeks and as a result now have long term damage that has to be corrected. 1 week...
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    6 week running improvement feedback?

    Hi all, Sice i've gone from been told that the next police intake was in July to finding out today the assessment centre is in 6 weeks, i'm in need to quickly get some gains on my running and general endurance. Yes I realise that I should have been focussing on this ages ago, but i'm an idiot...
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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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    Ultimate Strongman Master's World Championship 2015

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    *NEW* Iron Drops & Restocks!

    NEW Gear & Restocks! Hey AusBB! We've restocked some fan favorites and a few of our novelty garments. We had a few requests to get these in before Christmas, and we've managed to ge them done in time! 1. "Massive In Here" Tank Top. This novelty tank has been part of our range for many years...
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    new mate

    hi folks, I decide to join ausbb for the simple fact of share my opinion and have heaps of others. I live in Sydney, and i've been lifting for 4 years, 2 seriously. Im 6.3ft and 100kg with 7%bodyfat, i find out that i feel better results working out twice per week each muscle maybe with multi...
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    Winner of $50.00 Store Credit & Belt Pre orders now available!

    Hey AusBB We're just announcing our latest winner for $50.00 store credit. A big congratulations to Jens Petter Huagen for his creative review. :) For your chance to win, please head on over to our webstore www.irontanksgymgear.com and leave us some feedback! We value your feedback as it...
  9. Wanker's Hand

    Have any of you lot had experience with "Dupuytren's contracture"? I first noticed the annoying little lump in July. I haven't been doing any lifting since before that time (due to an unrelated medical issue), but it gets annoying pushing a lawnmower, so I would imagine it wouldn't be too good...
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    This Video Shows You How To Choose Proper Weightlifting Shoes

    Proper footwear is important if you’re doing any type of weightlifting or strength training. Before you hit the gym, check out this video for some tips on how to properly protect your feet. When you lift barbells, you put a lot of weight and pressure on your feet. This can cause some problems...
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    Strength Training

    Hey everybody, i'm a road cyclist and i want to do Strength Training to improve my power, strength and explosivness. The last months i've done Starting Strength. So i have weight lifting experiences and a solid base. Currently the most important thing for me is to become more explosive but the...
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    Your favorite lifting gear

    Hey guys. Thought it be good to get a more current thread to start talking about your favorite wrist wraps and possibly other gear. There's a lot of great information but with all the newer products this should get some good conversation going.[/FONT][/COLOR] Specifically I think things that...
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    Arnold Classic Australia 18 March 2016 - 20 March 2016

    He told you he'd be back! Arnold Schwarzenegger will be attending the Arnold Classic Australia again in 2016. It is shaping up to be bigger than ever. Come along to 3 non-stop days for the latest in entertainment, sporting events, supplements, fitness equipment, apparel and more...
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    How many of you record your lifting progress and how many go by "feel"?

    Carrying that little black book around in the gym or just grabbing that weight, seeing what feels right, and completing the set.
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    Layne Norton & Chris Duffin on Lifting, Life, and what it means to live Passionately

    Layne Norton & Chris Duffin on Lifting, Life, and what it means to live Passionately Layne Norton & Chris Duffin on Lifting, Life, and what it means to live Passionately
  16. Wrists are fucked..

    Is this normal? I feel it probably is, I just had good flexibility from oly lifting, but now that I just train for strength they are shit.. Don't hurt when I'm benching or anything in particular, just front squats and general life
  17. Do-Win lifting shoes

    Do-Win oly lifting shoes. Worn a handful of times but are just too big for me so they're up for sale. Size 43. White, grey and silver. Comes with original box. $100. May swap for lifting shoes in my size (US 9) Will post Australia wide.
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    Gym noob help needed!

    Soo im 15 years old and im turning 16 next year in june. I've previously played sports but due to having a fair few fights with the people who'd tackle me i was banned. I've become really lazy. I have previously been become really motivated about weight lifting by Zyzz, Gregg Plitt etc. I also...
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    people who workout to help with anxiety or depression:

    people who workout to help with anxiety or depression: do you find that it has to be a certain level of intensity or a certain type of workout, for it to work?
  20. 2015 Australian Junior & Masters Championships Live Stream

    http://www.ustream.tv/channel/raw-nationals https://powerliftingaustralia.com/news/live-stream-2015-australian-junior-masters-championships-australian-bench-press-championships-australian-blind-championships/ FRIDAY 7.00a.m. Weigh-In 9.00a.m. Start 47/52/57/53/59 20 lifters...