On Thu, 27 Jan 2005 16:52:00 -0600, khobman RemoveThis @sasktel.net (Hobbes)
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>In article <12riv0le4gj5qdv06b3mh7ojjmdb5i0el9 RemoveThis @4ax.com>, Charles
><charles RemoveThis @msn.com> wrote:
>
>> I decided to experiment yesterday during my Wednesday whole-body
>> schedule, as I have not been satisfied that I am hitting my hamstrings
>> and glutes effectively.
>>
>> Since having lost the use of our free-weight room some time ago, we
>> are left with only a modest selection of dumbbells. I used two 20 kg
>> dumbbells and holding them parallel with my collar bones (clavicles) I
>> mimicked as closely as possible a barbell 'Good Morning Curl' and did
>> three sets of ten.
>>
>> I have no doubt today that they are effective, as I have unusually
>> been experiencing a fair amount of DOMS. I can't remember the last
>> time an exercise was so effective, since I found the overhead pulley
>> Triceps Curls, which have become a firm favourite.
>>
>> Has anyone else seen this exercise done with dumbbells? For those that
>> haven't, I heartily recommend them!! ;o)
>
>Why do you equate DOMS with effectiveness?
Only because in this particular instance, that it demonstrated amply
that I was hitting the right muscle groups, and that I was probably
using too much weight, for what is "effectively" a new exercise, with
which I have yet to come to terms.
>> Stay informed about: Dumbbell Good Mornings!