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Older and fitter
I've always done 'something' to keep fit (Pilates classes, yoga, walking), but 6 months ago joined a gym that really ticks all my boxes. I go three times a week, the trainer makes sure everyone's technique is good, suggests easier versions if you're struggling, but - and this is key - encourages/insists that you move up a…
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Cost of a swim at your pool?
Hello, How much does a swim at your local pool costs? Would love to know what you get for the price you pay. Mine is £6.90. It is part of a Better centre, located in the suburbs of London. For that I have access to a decent pool but crowded with limited swimming lanes, poor changing facilities- half of the lockers at least…
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Ugent Advice Needed Please
I needs urgent advise please u kind and knowledgeable people. My sons both started playing in a Junior football team from last sept in the U9's and U11's team. for this I had to pay £50 in July during the trials, £50 in Sept and another £40 in Jan (now) so total £140 for the season. In October my younger son in the U9's…
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Muscle imbalance
Hi, Just wondering if anyone can give me advice on how to fix a muscle mass imbalance? I have worked over the last few months to fix the strength imbalance and now both legs are equally as strong. Just trying to work out how I keep the strength or improve the strength in both legs but increase the mass more in one leg more…
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To buy: spin or exercise bike??
I want to exercise more. I have a treadmill already and thought of getting a bike. Not sure which one to buy and will I use it. I dont want it to be a fancy clothes horse. I thought if I can watch tv whilst cycling. I have read about different bike types and prices already and still confused. I am not one to go to a spin…
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Kids Bike Offer
Apologies if this isn't the right place. If you have an old Frog bike, you can trade it in for money of a new Frog bike. Up to 40% depending on the condition of your bike. See more here: www.edinburghbicycle.com/info/frog-bike-part-exchange
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David Lloyd
I am a member of David Lloyd tennis club in an area where there is not another indoor court. The membership allows me to use other David Lloyd clubs throughout the country. I am therefore wondering if the club in my area is expensive because there are no other indoor courts nearby or whether it is the same price throughout…
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Xercise for less Zinc Group
Zinc Group on behalf of Xercise for less have been chasing money which they say I owe to them as I cancelled my direct debit two years after signing the 1 year contact. As I tried to cancel online but it said I didnt have account with them. They are now saying I owe them around £170 in fees etc. But I have found in my…
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Footwear for Pilates
Hello. Obviously I'm looking for cheap and sensible options but do you need a special shoe type of shoe for pilates? I'm not even sure what Pilates is but I'm going for a taster session with a couple of other fools. I don't even possess trainers! Any tips/ Thank you.
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Wimbledon tickets
My friend and I applied to the Wimbledon ticket draw in the hope that one of us would get tickets and we could go together. She got a letter today to say that she has been successful . Unfortunately (or not as in this case) she has has word that an op she has been waiting for for ages is to be scheduled for June and she…
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leg muscles
Hi, My leg muscles are getting weaker, I walk most days with the dog for approx an hour plus walking about just doing other stuff. I was thinking about trying ankle, would these help? I can't do much exercise as I have stage 2 COPD and problems with my knees and back ( waiting for a bone scan) but I do need to try…
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Who Will Win ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 - Prediction
Hey Guys, I hope here are millions of cricket fans and they are desperately waiting for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 that is to be started in the month of May this year and I would love to take part in the participation of predicting the winner. According to you who will win the mega event of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019…
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Half marathon 6th January - knee injury!
Hi I've got a half marathon on 6th January - to say I'm under prepared in an understatement as I entered it fairly randomly as it's been on my bucket list for a while, and I'm not getting any younger. Here is the thing, back in November, I did something nasty to my knee, not sure what but going down stairs was / is…
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Warm, windproof fleece
Not sure this is the best area, but the question doesn't really fit elsewhere.... For years I've had a great SprayWay windproof fleece that was incredibly warm and clearly windproof. But it's time to let go. Can anyone recommend a good quality windproof, warm fleece? Not interested in cheap prices, more good quality.
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Migraines and running
Folks looking for suggestions. Problem, after long runs 10 miles +, i always get a migraine, licks in within 30 minutes to an hour, i eat and rink after the run. I also have breakfast, porridge and fruit prior to start (1-2 hours) Thought it was down to poor hydration/salts/carbs as tbh i normally run half marathons with…
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Walking shoes
Can anyone tell me which brands of lightweight walking shoes are good quality and comfortable? Chunky trainer/shoe hybrid types rather than trainers for road and trail walking. There are plenty of reductions on Sports Direct of stylish Gelert and Karrimor shoes but I believe they're both owned by SD now and are not what…
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Has my gym broken my contract?
I would like your advice please. I have been a member of a gym for 13 years since it opened in my area. I have had continuous membership paying upfront every six months. I could use any gym in the UK with my membership. The gym brought in a tier system a couple of years ago, where you could use any gym in your tier but not…
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bespoke child friendly stickers - leisure and sports company
Hi All We are a relatively small children based leisure and sports/fitness company and looking to get some name stickers made for with our logo design on or just something child friendly. some which we have been using are like these https://www.amazon.com/Superhero-Handwriteable-Stickers-Students-Teachers/dp/B07G195R8K We…
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DW Sports / Fitness First did NOT cancel contract
Me and partner were both members of Fitness First / DW Sports gym. My contract was a monthly rolling contract, she had signed up for a 12 month contract and was in month 7 of it. September 2018 We moved house which was far enough away to trigger her release clause from the 12 month contract. We went in to store and I…
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Ice skating and ice hockey
If anyone is looking for low impact exercise that improves balance, cardiovascular fitness and agility, take a look at skating. I used to do long distance running, 10 km, but my knees became so painful I had to give up. I still miss it something rotten. Running through the New Forest is amazing. Running through a forest at…
