Every since you began lifting weights, you’ve probably heard the same thing over and over. You should always start leg day with squats. It’s the compound movement most responsible for thigh (and overall physique) growth, and you should always complete this movement when you’re at your freshest. This is true most of the time, but it does seem to neglect the fact that our bodies respond best to new and unique challenges that we have not seen before.

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If you look around in any gym in America, you’ll see a few things. You’ll always see average-looking people moving average weights. You’ll sometimes see average people moving heavy weights. But there is one thing you’ll very rarely see. You’ll almost never see a very highly muscled man moving average weights. You don’t have to be big to be strong, but it’s almost never that you’ll see a big guy who isn’t strong.

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Looking to add a few inches of mass to your quadriceps? Tired of doing the same old thing with the same old results? Your workout might be fine. What you may need are just a few minor tweaks to help surprise your legs into a bit of new growth. Here are a few tips for taking them to the next level!

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Q: My question is about “sets to failure” - my progress has been waning lately and I’m just not getting enough growth out of workouts that have gotten progressively heavier. The only thing I can pinpoint is that I do sets to failure too often. How often should you train to failure, and how many sets?

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Q: I have a mostly symmetrical physique and pride myself on looking very balanced, but my chest is asymmetrical and it’s a real source of worry. I am going to be competing in the spring and I want to bring up my left pec, which is noticeably different in shape and size. It wasn’t as noticeable a year ago, but has become more so. What can I do?

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This article will provide you with tips you need in order to reduce your tummy. Many people are obsessed about reducing there tummies. Even if you have big biceps your progress won’t be seen if you have a big tummy. Having a tummy also affects the figure of a woman very adversely. Guys love women who have flat stomachs because it goes to show that they know how to take care of themselves and could therefore take good care of a man.

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Q: My gym has a reverse hyper-extension machine - that has a half circle you lay over and lift from your legs for low back work, instead of at your waist. Have you seen one of these and are they okay to use? I’ve had lower back problems forever, and know the only way to a stronger low back is to work on it, but I’m afraid I’ll just keep injuring it. Give me the lowdown on this equipment - I don’t ever see anyone using it?

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There are so many health benefits which a person derives from exercising. Regular exercise and intense physical activity will increase the years in your life or in other words will help you obtain longevity. Physical activity is any body movement which requires energy. Exercises are physical activities which are coordinated so that they can produce certain results in the body. We normally exercise for various reasons one of which could be to improve our looks. Exercise is a good way of shaping your body and developing those curves and muscles you have been dreaming of. It is amazing the kind of transformation you can be able to achieve with the right exercise and diet. The other reason why you can start exercising is for health benefits which include both long term benefits and short term benefits.

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