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Decline Bench vs. Flat Bench
Two questions regarding these two variations of the bench press. 1. What muscle groups are being worked differently between the two? 2. What is the weight correlation between the two? For instance, I'm noticing that I can do about 8 more reps doing decline than flat bench with the same weight. Is that normal or am I…
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Scientific Question about Thigh Gaps
Simple question really for the ladies. On these blistering summer days we are having, does having a thigh gap prevent the condition known as "swamp *kitten*" due to the increase of circulation in those parts? Or is this condition just as prevalent with or without the gap?
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What Lifting Heavy Did For Me
I thought it was about time for me to get around and tell my fitness story. I used to be big into strength training back in high school when I ran track and played football but after school ended and work began, I let things slip. I started my journey way back in January 2011 as I hit my tipping point on the scales. I…
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Grip Strength
Looking for some tips to increase my grip strength as its starting to hinder ny lifts (ie deadlift). I'd like to try and avoid using straps and just keep using my hands. I've tried adding tacky gloves, different hold variations but none have worked. Any help would be appreciated :)
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April Fool's Day Office Prank
Alright, I need a good idea for a prank to pull on my fellow employees this year. I do this every year but am drawing a black this year. In previous years I have 1) Velcro'd everything down (mouse, keyboard, telephone, etc.) 2) Post-It noted everything in the office (and labeled each item!) 3) Drew funny pictures on…
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New Goals, New Start
Hey! I'm starting all over because I have all new goals. I came on here and lost the 25 pounds I wanted to lose. Now I'm looking to gain them back, but in muscle. I would love to look absolutely jacked by the time summer comes around and that's my ultimate goal. I'm looking for a fresh start with fresh new friends. I can…
