1767: Dumbbells Vs. Barbells | Which Is Better For YOUR Goals?

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01:08 Comparing the advantages and disadvantages of dumbbells versus barbells, and when appropriate to use with 8 different goals in mind.
03:28 - Range of motion.
07:42 - Overall maximal strength.
10:07 - Central Nervous System (CNS).
11:53 - Aesthetics.
14:52 - Athletics.
18:45 - Muscle imbalances.
22:59 - Explosive power.
27:47 - Upper/lower body
31:03 Bonus: If you had to pick one to use forever, which would you choose?
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New lighting makes everything look more dramatic. Anyways I agree with pretty much all the points in this one. For me if I could only have one I'd go with barbells as I'm still trying to build lots of muscle.

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You can do landmine variations with a barbell for unilateral work so I would definitely choose the barbell