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Old 01-09-2008, 09:07 PM   #16 (permalink)
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That said, I'd suggest using a weight (be it dumbbell, barbell, bands etc) that enables you to do the prescribed amount of reps + 1. That is - if the workout protocol calls for a set of 15, you should pick a weight that you can do 16 reps, but not 17.
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