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Top 8 Exercises to build the body of a Greek God. Health Everyone has seen statues of the Greek gods and who wouldn’t want a body to match? These exercises will help. Formulated by Wayne Westcott, PhD, (fitness research director at the South Shore YMCA outside of Boston) these exercises are for the home or gym and are a great way to start! The measurements included are taken from the statue of Doryphoros (?????????) By Polykleitos (???????????) Dating from the 5th century BC. 1. At the gym: Nautilus four-way neck machine. At home: Barbell shrug. 2. Gym or home: Incline biceps dumbbell curl. 3.

Gym or home: Bench press with dumbbells, or a barbell. 4. Gym or home: Wrist roll. 5. At the gym: Nautilus hip-extension machine. At home: Full squat, with dumbbells or a barbell. 6. Gym or home: Standing calf raise, with dumbbells in your hands or a barbell on your shoulders. 7. This is mainly due to his large obliques, the muscles on each side of his torso. Gym or home: Twisting trunk curl. 8. At the gym: Leg press. Note: 1. Jamie Frater. #1 Exercises Guide! Over 300+ Free Exercise Videos And Guides! Workout Programs Articles! By: Teen Amateur Bodybuilder Of The Week His high school experience revolved around sports, but athletics left him with an empty feeling.

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Date Added: Sep 26, 2012 By: Chance Cianciola Strength, speed, power—build them all with one workout. Date Added: Sep 25, 2012 Some people prefer the harder path to the end result. She understands that sacrifice makes a champion and knows every day presents new challenges. Date Added: Sep 24, 2012 By: Amateur Bodybuilder Of The Week Motivated doesn't begin to describe Kyle. By: Flex Mr. Date Added: Sep 19, 2012 By: Matt Biss. Passion4profession's Channel. How To Do Triceps Extensions With Free Weights.