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Puregym No Hot Water
I'm a puregym member and for just over 2 weeks now the whole gym has no hot water as the boiler is broken. You cant wash your hands or have a shower. I even tried a cold shower and it was unbearable. I've spoken to the manager and head office but the only thing they will offer me is to freeze my membership for up to 3…
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Iron man race
I am looking forward to participate in an Ironman 70.3 Oceanside race on 6th April 2019 and I am looking forward to having a holistic training plan. But before I develop such a plan along with my personal trainer, I want to test how good I am with my current capacity. For that, I am looking for a small fitness challenge…
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Wide fitting running shoes
Does anyone know where i can find wide fitting running shoes such as Nike ? So far i have only seen ones in the US BUT i wish to find a UK seller.
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Advice on supplement program ?
I am looking at a few different options, just wanted some input. I just hit 51, still work out daily. Looking for I guess a combo of a testosterone boost, with strength and endurance/recovery increase to maintain my regimen. Has anyone tried bdg performance labs, the first thing that came up when I search this seems to fit…
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Advice on supplement program?
I am looking at a few different options, just wanted some input. I just hit 51, still work out daily. Looking for I guess a combo of a testosterone boost, with strength and endurance/recovery increase to maintain my regimen. Has anyone tried bdg performance labs, the first thing that came up when I search this seems to fit…
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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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Boxing gloves advice
Hello all! Looking to get an uprated pair or boxing gloves, currently using ones I brought from Amazon but the foam padding seams to be deteriorating and doesn't give me the wrist support I need for hard shots to the heavy or wall bag. Currently looking at Hyabusa T3 or Cleto Reyes gloves heard they both last a long time…
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Trainers and Plantar facitis
Currently suffering from plantar facitis and looking for new trainers which have inbuilt arch supports. Can anybody point me to some specific makes and models. I,ve looked in various outlets and been singularly unsuccessful in finding any store assistants who can point me to specific models.
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Shooooooooes
Some really good Black Friday offers on running shoes around. Definitely worth having a look. RunnersNeeds & SportsShoes in particular. Check them out on RunningShoesGuru first...they seem to have a review of everything around.
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Warm Up
Any suggestions please for warm-ups and warm-downs when doing weights? I tend to get a bit stiff the next day after exercise these days. Is cardio eg treadmill the best way of loosening up before doing any weight training? What about afterwards?
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Turbo Trainers
Hey, I'm looking at a Tacx Turbo Trainer to keep my fitness up when I just can't face cycling outside. Anyone know if they're worth the money?
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DL and kids swimming
I joined DL in April 2018 and my kids started swimming lessons at a cost of £25 per month each term time only. I have now been told that their swim prices are to increase to £37.00 each per month!. I've written to the relevant DL and explained that for us this makes swimming lessons unaffordable and would like to cancel…
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Osteopath treatment
I having alot of pain in my shoulder and neck and my usual therapist can't fit me in . I asked the receptionist could they fit me in with another therapist who does the same firm massage and stretching and they recommend another lady and said she does simular. The osteopath give me the most gentle treatment Ever , really…
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David Lloyd
Does anyone know what tool David Lloyd uses to measure the distance of 10 miles to and from its club? Yes I've read the terms and conditions. I've just moved and according to Google 15 miles away ( quickest route). On this basis and providing all the relevant documents I asked DL could I cancel my membership under the…
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Gym Membership Issues
Hello everyone, I seemed to have gotten myself into a bit of a pickle with my local gym and I hope you fantastic people can help. So basically my Direct Debit comes out on the first of every month, and on the 1st of October 2 Direct debits came out. I called the gym and asked what the additional £20 was for and they said…
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Running podcasts for marathon training
I listen to Free Weekly Timed, Running Commentary and With Me Now but seeing as I am going to be spending a LOT of time on the road I am wondering if you have any others I can download. They don't have to be marathon related but that would be a bonus.
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activity tracker for small wrist
Looking for an activity tracker but have really small wrists. Its not the strap size that's an issue I know most trackers you can get small straps. Its the face size, I am looking or one with a small face (I don't like the look of large watches on a small wrist). I don't mind the brand, it needs to track distance, steps…
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Exercise bike recommendations
Hi, I've cancelled Mrs Dust and I's gym memberships due to busy schedules and childcare making it difficult to get there. I'd like to get an exercise bike as we can use this in the evenings when the little one is in bed. However it looks like a minefield! The heart rate monitors look useful as cardio is something I need to…
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Parkrun sponsors controversy
What does everyone think about this? I saw all the outcry when they announced the Happy Egg Company as a sponsor and then was a bit surprised at their slightly gruff response. Some of the things people were saying about Happy Egg were a little but concerning etc Then they announced Persil and everyone was accusing them of…
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Soy Isolate protein powder, any breakfast/protein & low carb recipes out there??
Hi all, Having a good money saving blitz on not used cupboard items! As title of post says, looking to make a breakfast/protein type of shake to use up the HUGE pack of Soy Isolate (not flavoured) powder, would use erythritol to sweeten but am not that obsessed with carbs that the odd banana/handful of frozen berries, etc…
