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A building or room where one can workout. Gyms also frequently have specialized equipment.

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How do I know I am squatting properly?

I've had a long layoff from the gym due to health reasons but am finally able to get back into it now. Recently I've been doing some backsquats (for the first time in years)... I noticed I was getting ...
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How to choose bulgarian split squats or front foot-elevated split squats?

Why would one want to do front foot-elevated split squats instead of bulgarian split squats, or vice versa? In terms of which muscles they provide greater stimulus to, whether they're more useful for ...
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How do I keep CONSTANT WATTAGE power on indoor bikes?

I have started with Zone 2 training, where it is important to keep constant wattage How would I do this on the equipment which supports this the best? Should it correct me by varying resistance or ...
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Advice for planning a weekly schedule

My current weight is 86 kg, I have lost already 20 kg since February this year using water fasting and intermittent fasting. Now I have been on a pause from the water fast for two months, doing just ...
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Emollients to reduce friction during exercise

I've had a lot of skin problems over the last few years as a result of weight training in the gym, due to the friction under my arms. The doctor suggested I try some kind of emollient before ...
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Going on a 2 month exchange program and I don't know what will happen to my muscle gains

This December I'm leaving for an exchange program in the United States in which I will be spending 1 month in a family home in California, and the rest of the time touring around the country. The ...
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How can I make Atlas stones loadable and calibrate-able?

I'm trying to make barbell loadable atlas stones that have accurate weights. Like, say, 50lbs, 100lbs, and 200lbs. It's hard to accurately calibrate the weight of atlas stones I would imagine as their ...
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Can't go below 16-17% body fat. What is wrong with my diet?

I started to loose weight 1 year ago, when I began to practice MMA. Few months ago I realized I lost too much weight so I began weightlifting. I was around 79 kg ( 174 pounds ) last year and my ...
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Help with planning cut while incorporating bodybuilding and muay thai

I'm eager to get rid of belly fat and love handles while building lean muscle. While I plan to maintain a calorie deficit, I'm curious about the role of cardio. Is it necessary for achieving these ...
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Can someone critique my gym routine in my mid 30s?

Advice on my 7 day bodybuilding routine? First off, I am male, 6’3”, 255lbs, have been training for 10 years or so, am 34 years old. I have always built my own routines, but I think I am starting to ...
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What can I do that doesn't involve arms?

I have a tricep injury and it's gonna be a long time until it's better. So I'm trying to think of anything fitness related I can still do, so that I dont go crazy. I've put together a gym routine that ...
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