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weightlifting, a resistance form of exercise that involves the lifting of maximum heavy weights in a prescribed manner. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In a recent, nonscientific poll, here's how Americans say they exercised: walking (my favorite) (35 percent); lifting weights (32 percent); biking (30 percent); running (22 percent); aerobics (22 percent); swimming (21 percent). Meanwhile, wide receiver Jamere Holland from Taft High of Woodland Hills said he will be out for a month after suffering a hamstring injury lifting weights. Certain muscles used in sprinting and jumping do not strengthen simply by lifting weights. |
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