Posted in Gym Equipment on Mar 13th, 2008
For barbells, material fatigue, material quality, weight load, impact or a combination of all of these can cause failures. The point of failure is most likely where the bar diameter is smallest such as within the grooves cut near the knurls of the bar. A 2nd major point of failure is due to load and impact and tend to be about 1 plate width away from the collar.
Posted in Gym Equipment on Oct 31st, 2007
Is it possible to substitute barbells for dumbbells with strength training? I want to save time by cutting travel time to the gym & working out at home. But dumbbells is all I have at the moment.
Posted in Gym Equipment on Oct 5th, 2007
Some don’t keep a training journal and will tell you they’re unnecessary. Whatever. If you’re successful without one, continue. But know the benefits: Motivation. Looking back at where you come from is inspiring. Awareness. You get an understanding of what works for you. Experience. You learn from your errors: injuries, stalling, etc. Confidence. You’ve got [...]
