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ephion comments on Open Thread March 31 - April 7 2014 - Less Wrong Discussion

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Comment author: [deleted] 03 April 2014 07:43:21PM 0 points [-]

Actually, I have a pair of ten pound weights in my room I use during my evening routines. I know there is a name for this type of weight lift, but what about letting the weight hang and lifting it towards my chest? Making the pulling effort come from lifting it against gravity rather than lifting myself. Sure, it won't be much of a work out, but I can at least keep the muscles engaged and work them.

Comment author: ephion 04 April 2014 01:35:01AM 1 point [-]

Those are called dumbbell rows, and they're a great exercise. 10lbs is awfully light for that motion, but it is better than nothing.

Comment author: [deleted] 04 April 2014 03:20:56AM 0 points [-]

Hopefully I can upgrade soon. I've had those dumbbells since probably ninth grade! Anyway, thanks for all the info and the link. I've already worked out a list of exercises by body part. Time to put it to work!

Comment author: ephion 04 April 2014 06:15:57AM 1 point [-]

Look into plate loaded dumbbell sets. I've got a pair of 14" screw lock handles that can accommodate up to 125lbs each (using 25lb plates), and it took me a long time to grow out of them.

Comment author: [deleted] 04 April 2014 01:29:48PM 0 points [-]

I think I'll do just that. Thanks again!