Alternately, a fan shape with all louvers radiating out from a center oval  hub has a very nice visual appeal from the interior and exterior, but louver operation is more limited. If you look at the window like a clock, the louvers at 12, 3, 6, and 9 would open virtually fully. The louvers at 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, and 10:30 wouldn’t open far at all. All louvers would operate independently of one another within the parameters I mentioned. This is perhaps better if indirect natural light is desired, and/or if your view to the outside world is less than stellar. Again, as a woodworker, I think  this option is the most beautiful and reflects the architecture of the window itself in the best way, but isn’t as functional as the horizontal/vertical option.  Regardless, I would need a template of the opening to build it.

Customer’s Reply–  Reading your response, I realized I had the height and width reversed, so ours is taller than wide, which, as you point out, is the norm.  Would a tracing of the window frame work for you as a template?

Kirtz Reponse–  You know, the thing I really like about fabricating custom Plantation shutters is that even after nearly 19 years with Kirtz, I still haven’t seen it all as a lot of architects/designers/window manufacturers/contractors all like to have their own ‘signature’ designs.  While I have seen some ovals wider than tall, most are indeed taller than wide…just thought I’d make mention of it because it had the potential to affect pricing.  Otherwise, there’s no difference in your cost between the options.

A tracing of the opening will work just fine.  Most of our window treatment pros do that on ‘butcher paper’, roll it up and send it over in a mailing tube.  Some will make their tracing, transfer it to cardboard and put the cardboard in the window to verify before sending it (the cardboard) to us.  It’s okay if the template is taped together and folded.  We’ve seen templates made from the Sunday comics even!

A comment on the fan louvers.  Did you notice the size of the hub (center circle)?  At Kirtz we keep that in proportion to your opening size so that it complements your window. No short cuts here…… Sure its a bit more work and requires more hand shaping of the louvers, but its worth it in the appearance of the finished product."
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I realise this has been asked heaps in the past, but I would like some up to date thoughts on the best personal trainer courses. I would really like to specialise in powerlifting/strength coaching. I work full time with a family so would have to do night classes or distance learning.

Am in Christchurch.

Thanks all

I am not too bothered with the size imbalance because im still skinny and i think it will even out as i train and grow, however only recently i discovered it is unevenly working even in exercises like pullups, dips and OHP.

Is this normal? Or are my shoulders going to be screwed later on lol.

Personal Best are as follows

Squad: 165kg

Bench 115kg

Deadlift: 150kg

Any training programs suggestions

1 question: I am sort of wanting to compete in 6 months time.... I want to crack 240kg on Squad, 235kg on Deadlift and 160 on Bench.... Is it possible?

Some advice from the knowledgeable forum please.

Last year I was training hard on the bizarre strength stuff. Inch dumbell, pinch gripping smooth plates, grippers, and all that good stuff. It was mainly in build up to get certified on the COC3, which I managed. 

I tapered off a bit after that as there are not a lot of people into that kind of thing (that I know of) in NZ.

My question is. Is there anyone around with similar interests in Auckland? Or perhaps gyms that have inch dumbells? Would be good to get along some people with similar interests and get a bit more motivated.

Cheers :)

I am moving into the South Auckland area and am looking for a suitable gym that has a reverse hyperextension. 

Where is the closest gym that has one available??

Cheers 

I'm looking for a barebones traditional Powerlifting gym in Christchurch or North Canterbury. 

Is there anything still around? 

Internet search doesn't reveal much........

Cheers Corey 

Do you recommend any particular brand tape for thumbs? I've been using Goat tape before and it is very good but overpriced. 

Cheers

1. Force USA power bar.

Have heard these have decent  knurling. Cheap price. Designed in USA  and built in China I assume. No reviews online really

2. Valhalla power/deadlift bar. 

28mm for power bar which is smaller than most and not ipf approved. Most power bars seem to be at least 28.5. Limited reviews, made in aus. Pretty expensive. 12 month warranty

3. Rouge Ohio power/deadlift. Most positive reviews of almost any bars. Ipf specs. Lifetime warranty. Seems to have established the standard for power bars. Have to ship from aus so might have duty. Will probably end up costing the same or slightly less than the valhallas 

My pick is the rouge. Let me know what everyone thinks and if there's another option 

Pretty flexible with training time (I wake up pretty early). 

I'd prefer to stick to powerlifting rather than Olympic lifts, however, I've done some Olympic training before and I did enjoy it. 

I haven't done much weightlifting for the last 7-8 months, however, I'm still in good shape from a lot of sport/cardio so my numbers should jump up pretty quick (currently 90kg and 6ft 2)

Don't mind how much experience you have, just want some interesting people to train with.

I need help with best gyms to train, supplements etc. 

So was ill for a little while and when I got back decided to squat 3 times a week starting from 40kg (with 2.5kg progression) till I can get to my old 5 rep max (87.5kg)

Came upto 60kg and felt a sprain in my lower back, decided to film myself. Did 60 kg that entire week (27th Nov to 1st Dec)

Its all in one video the last day is probably the best camera angle. Appreciate all the advice guys

27th Nov: start

29th Nove: (1:21) https://youtu.be/bPuT-5CGtQo?t=81

1st Dec: (2:59) https://youtu.be/bPuT-5CGtQo?t=180

I'm entering a competition at my local gym. Max reps at bodyweight for bench press. Anyone ever done one? 

What sort of training should I be doing? Currently getting volume at various loads about 150-200 reps per workout 3-4 times a week. Bodyweight currently at about 77.5 but I'll try to scrape in under 75. 

Also I've fully loaded on creatine and beta alanine. 

Anyone have any advice for me? Aiming for between 40-50 reps. 

p.s...... I'm not looking at competing in female classes just a curious topic. ?

Anyway, my boss is an ex-powerlifter and has a ton of used bench press shirts, squat suits, and knee wraps of various brands and sizes. He used to get them for free from sponsors for competitions. He hasn't use them in years, and recently handed me the pile and said "sell these".

I haven't seen anything similar on TradeMe so I wasn't sure if that was the best place to try to sell them. Does anyone have any ideas, or interest in buying some? I'm not sure what these would even sell for but he told me the bench press shirts were fairly expensive.

I am in Christchurch btw, if anyone would like to take a look at what I have.

I can't do a single full pushup, would it be realistic to aim to be able to do a couple in two weeks?

My cardio is fine, I'm just pretty weak... 

Apologies if this has been asked a million times, I searched the forums, read the first three pages of results and didn't find an answer.

As the title says, I'm looking for a barbell for a home gym setup but struggling to find anything to buy in NZ.

I've been training at a commercial gym for about 5 years and for the last 2 years I've been focusing on the Powerlifting lifts (plus Military Press).

I was going pretty well with Squat (245kg) and Deadlift (270kg) but circumstances have changed and I would like the convenience of training at home.

I managed to track down an Ivanko dealer at Blue Fitness and I have seen Eleiko bars in a couple of places but there's not a lot of choice.

I got a quote for the Ivanko OBXS-20KG-29MM barbell which I think is IPF approved of around $1250.

I'm after a lifetime bar really (spend once, spend right) and I am prepared to pay for it... but,

I'm new to NZ and NZ Powerlifting so I'm looking for advice on what to buy and from where to get the best bang for buck.

It doesn't have to be perfect (or IPF approved), it just has to be a strong, reliable, stainless steel(?), bushing bar for powerlifting.

Is it worth looking at importing bars from Aussie (Awesome As), America (Rogue) or the UK (Watson)?

Are Leoko, Pallini, Uesaka or Werksan barbells available from anyone in NZ?

What are your experiences?

Thanks

Lookign for an Olympic lifting coach in Wellington. Not wanting to lift from the floor at this stage but  more interested  in the lifts  given to athletes(not specifically weightlifters) in training environments (e.g.  hang high pulls).

Had a look around and a lot of the options seem to be personal training sessions with Crossfit coaches. Not saying they are bad but was wondering f there are any specific Olympic lifting coaches ? I also came across the club at Powerhouse and one in Petone but no indication of actual coaching.

Does anyone have any recommendations...or places to stay away from ?

the goal for ANY resistance training athlete when dropping body weight should be to maintain as much lean body mass as possible, or even better, add some muscle as they diet down. Unless ofcourse the athlete is 3% BF and they are trying to make weight.

when I hear of guys dropping a lot of weight and seeing an enormous decrease in strength I automatically know that their nutrition is off. Often training too, but for a PLer who IS REGIMENTED they train a certain way and hit certain numbers when required etc, as opposed to a bodybuilder who just trains balls to the wall every day.

what I am saying is, people should get out of the mentality that more weight equates to more strength when in reality more muscle is what is going to do it (if technique is good and remains the same). Muscle moves more load than fat ever will. In fact having a tonne of excess fat will indirectly reduce your results because it will make you lethargic and that will probably effect your training.

i am dieting over 15 powerlifters at the moment. Basically all bar a few are life time naturals. Some hit ridiculous numbers raw, they are all bar a few coming down in bodyweight and are all still hitting PBs pretty much every week.

if you are dieting and getting weaker you are losing muscle. Either your DIET (most likely), your training or your MENTAL ATTITUDE needs to improve. Get your numbers right and work hard to keep the mass on.