pump some iron

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pump (some) iron

To lift weights (to improve one's body shape or increase one's muscle mass). My brother-in-law is obsessed with pumping iron and getting huge biceps. I'm going to gym after work to pump some iron.

pump (some) iron

tv. to lift weights. Andy went down to the gym to pump some iron.

See also: iron, pump

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Pump some iron "Add some weight lifting to your exercise regimen to help lose weight and stay fit.

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Pump some iron, whether it's a body pump class, body weight exercises at home or lifting weights in the gym, this is the best way to burn fat and shape the muscles fast.

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"I am a morning person," says the actor as he gets ready to pump some iron. Varun confesses that he enjoys working out at the gym; which is a good thing, as the actor is going to have to bulk up for his upcoming movie, Main Tera Hero.

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