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For the same number of repetitions, does it build more muscle to do fewer sets?
Suppose I want to do 50 pushups. I could do:
10 sets of 5
5 sets of 10
2 sets of 25
1 set of 50
Each option is more difficult than the last. But is it more beneficial? Is it "more pain, more gain", or would I benefit just as much from the easier…
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Are glucosamine tablets actually effective in building up cartilage in joints?
Glucosamine is quite popular and is featured prominently in pharmacies and supermarkets in Australia.
I was once recommended by a GP to take glucosamine tablets to reduce joint soreness as I exercise quite regularly and occasionally have joint…
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How Can I Stop Swinging On Pull-Ups?
Whenever I do pull-ups, Palms facing in, my body swings forward and backward. I'm trying to avoid this because I was told that swinging will make pull-ups "easier", and take stress off of the target muscles. Is staying straight something that I will…
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How does bicycling compare to other exercises when it comes to fat loss?
How does bicycling compare to other exercises when it comes to fat loss?
I'm thinking about getting a single speed bike and riding to Uni which is about 10 minutes away by car. There is a nice trail along the highway-ish part that leads all the way…
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What novice program should I recommend to my unfit friends?
I lift, but most of my friends don't. What should I have them do when they (finally!) decide to try coming to the gym with me?
My friends are not fit, but also not obese or possessing gross injury. Let's assume this composite "ideal friend" will…
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What is the best way to train at the gym for weight loss purposes?
I joined a gym 2 months ago, and have exercised almost daily.
In the first 2-3 weeks I went to the gym almost daily exercising for about 45 mins (treadmill, weights etc) but I realised this was not sustainable because I was really exhausted. Also…
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Why aren't stiff legged deadlifts bad for your back?
It seems to me they go against everything safe about lifting! Lifting with your lower back and not your legs.
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Anyone have any thoughts on the safety and science behind them?
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How do I get higher in a pullup?
When performing a pullup, what techniques would be ideal for getting higher than chin-even-with-bar?
When I perform pullups, I can get the bar to the base of my neck / my collarbone if I pull explosively in the lower part of the movement. I can do…
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How to avoid hyponatremia(drinking too much water) when hiking?
I have read on various places that exercising for a prolonged period of time with excessive water intake can be dangerous. It may lead to water intoxication (hyponatremia).
After some searches and a few more articles, it seems that:
When you hike…
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Running first thing in the morning
I am currently training for a marathon. Due to a change in my schedule starting Dec 1, mornings will be the only time I can run. I heard that it takes about an hour for the body to absorb water, so currently on weekends I drink 24oz of water right…
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Is there an age limit for high-intensity sports like Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
About five years ago, I did BJJ about five times a week. It was one of my favorite hobbies of all time with the exception of all the amount of "annoyances" that came with it:
carpal tunnel pain
finger numbness
knee pain
lower back pain
bumps and…
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How do I bench press safely without a spotter?
What do smart lifters do when they're working out alone and want to do benchpresses?
I have a busy schedule, and it isn't practical for me to have a regular weightlifting partner. I've usually avoided regular benchpresses in favor of either…
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Best warm up for running
Trying to figure out the best warmup routine for running. I see a few articles that say you shouldn't do any stretching before warming up given cold muscles. This article for example, just states that you should walk and run slowly for a while…
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Do NSAIDS (Ibuprofen, etc.) actually speed up healing or do they just mask pain?
I have a minor muscle pull in my lower back (right side). The initial pull happened Friday, but I re-aggravated it somewhat last night. I'm trying to heal this injury as quickly as possible for an upcoming tennis tournament. I've been following the…
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Best way to breathe for long-distance running
What is the best way to breathe while running long-distance? One can breathe in through the nose only, the mouth only, or both nose and mouth. The same applies to breathing out. Are there studies comparing the advantages and disadvantages of the…
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