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Keep the temptation to cheat on each rep and each set to an absolute minimum. Most fitness enthusiasts (bodybuilders,etc), in both a conscious and subconscious manner, have developed a habit of cheating on almost every exercise they perform. Most of these cheating techniques can be grouped under 4 categories: 1) stopping short of an all-out effort, 2) moving too fast, especially at the start of a rep, 3) shortening the range of movement, and 4) bringing into action other muscles to assist the primary muscle.

An example would be not curling all the way down and using your legs and back to curl up a heavy weight. Remember, harder exercise - not easier exercise - produces the best possible results.

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Creator: OldeButGoode
Category: Strength Training
Posted: 7/8/2008

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	“ I just worked out with my son the other day so he could observe me and correct bad form and cheats. It's easy to slip into bad habits, especially on days when you're feeling tired, rushed, or simply unmotivated, and we all have days like that. ”
	- runningbear on 7/11/2008

	“ Agreed. The average Joe/Jane needs variations in technique, including "cheating" as well. :-) ”
	- davegleason on 7/10/2008

	“ Arnold Schwarzennegger was famous for his cheating curls using an arm blaster, etc. and I know other bodybuilders who use the same method my point was more to the "average Joe/Jane" using correct form. ”
	- OldeButGoode on 7/10/2008 in response to davegleason

	“ This could be a great debate. There are times to cheat and times not to. Depends on A LOT of variables. Life doesn't happen at any one speed, range of motion, etc. Super slow, isometrics, fast (but under control)...its all good. Again it depends on many things - goals, prior injury, exercise, forced reps, on and on. I'm interested in more comments. Great post. ”
	- davegleason on 7/10/2008

	“ Yes, in the end they are only "cheating themselves" from a more beneficial workout. ”
	- OldeButGoode on 7/9/2008 in response to ryan

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