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Scientific base for the construction of the army and special forces physical training plans
Recently I took some interest in the military and various armed forces around the world. Ive read some books written by US Marines, SEAL and SAS members. I was very impressed by the training they ...
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Increasing Carrying Capacity
I will likely be getting married in one year. I am not in shape by any means of the words, but I am not overweight (6' and 156 lbs). I want to be able to carry my (soon-to-be) wife, who is (best ...
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Increase number of reps
I've been going to gym for a few months now. I was told that doing low reps with heavy weights builds strength and I've followed this low rep heavy training religiously and seen my strength improve. ...
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Should I use weights training for endurance or for strength to deal with aching back?
I'm a programmer and I spend a lot of time sitting in front of a computer typing, and this seems to be too much strain for my back and upper hand muscles.
All the orthopedists I talked to said these ...
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Smoking and its effects on muscle building
Does smoking effect the muscle building process? I understand it can effect your endurance.