barbell
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These cases have a barbell effect on the tax system.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
I didn’t feel any affinity with the humanoid that smashed Bolt’s 100-meter record, but found the robot weightlifter that crumpled under a 15kg barbell and staggered into a table very relatable.
From Slate ● Sep. 27, 2026
You don’t need a gym membership or a heavy barbell, either.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026
The stock balance they favor now is a barbell with quality growth on one side and direct AI plays and low volatility on the other.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 24, 2026
His arms felt rubbery, like he’d been holding a barbell straight out in front of him.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
"Training all major muscle groups at least twice a week matters far more than chasing the idea of a 'perfect' or complex training plan. Whether it's barbells, bands, or bodyweight, consistency and effort drive results."
From Science Daily ● Mar. 19, 2026
They even incorporated alternative training equipment into his workouts, using water-bags and 3D straps as less taxing complements for barbells and heavy weights.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2025
The men's facility featured rows of workout platforms, outfitted with dumbbells, barbells and weights capable of going into the hundreds of pounds.
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2024
If you want to do bench presses, dead lifts and curls but don’t have space or the budget for barbells, consider using exercise bands, like the ones physical therapists often use.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 2, 2024
My feet are like barbells, my voice is nonexistent, and my lungs are totally checked out.
From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli
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