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5x5 Deadlift + Press Form Emphasis

5x5 Deadlift + Press Form Emphasis

Laid-back Fitness
Published on: 07/07/2026

Can’t think of a better way to spend my rainy Friday night than hitting up a vacant URI gym. Shifting from the Perfect Rep to a modified Stronglifts 5x5...

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Absolute Bang for your Buck!

Absolute Bang for your Buck!

Laid-back Fitness
Published on: 07/07/2026

This was my workout today. The “Real Deal KB Complex” using a 32 kg (70.5lb) kettlebell. An hour later and I’m still feeling the effects…

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Active Rest – Florida & Bahamas

Active Rest – Florida & Bahamas

Laid-back Fitness
Published on: 07/07/2026

It’s been tough to get the time and energy needed for a solid WOD lately. So unlike most vacations where rest was the main focus, getting the HR up at least a couple times was a big time priority.

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Active Rest – Puerto Rico

Active Rest – Puerto Rico

Laid-back Fitness
Published on: 07/07/2026

Vacation week! No formal exercise was planned or needed for the seven days at La Isla del Encanto. Of course, there was plenty of activity...

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