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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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New to running, help me with footwear and advice please.
hello and thanks for reading. a little background. Jan 2017 weighed in at 21st and inactive, today I'm at 14st 2lbs. I have been a little lower and my target is 13st 5lbs. 2017 was spent working on the diet (thanks slimming world) with very little exercise other than walking our dog. 2018 and I added in exercise. I now…
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Lawn Bowls with a narrow bias
For playing Bowls indoor either short Mat or Long Mat I understand Bowls with a Narrow Bias are preferable. I am looking to purchase a second hand set as I do not want to spend a lot of money on a new set. I was wondering what brands types of bowls have a narrow or straight bias. Thank You
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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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Rejoined gym, give me some tips.
As in I know people aren't trainers on here but more a few starter tips. I went to mine today and felt overwhelmed as I was just shown round and not how to use machines, im obese and like the treadmill and exercise bike but want to use weights and cardio. I did go to a gym last year but only went a few times as it was…
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Making new friends in the gym
Hi there, I'm joining my local gym purely to make new friends. I would like to meet people in my area as I moved here purely to be closer to work and don't have any friends other than my colleagues who I don't see at weekends. Weekends and evenings can be extremely lonely for me. What do you suggest I do to make new gym…
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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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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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MYPROTEIN website: Why do they have 'sales' on all the time?
They seem to have an odd business practise where their website constantly seems to have 'sale's on with discount codes. The exact same product can be £30 one week and £40 next week even after applying discount codes. It makes them seem like they are trying to con customers out by making them over pay and bamboozling them…
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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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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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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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Macros
Does anyone count them? whats the best split when weight training for females
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Recommendations please for fitness tracker
I used to have a fitness tracker but it had a screen that was difficult to read without glasses on. As it has now broke and I want to replace it, can anyone recommend a fitness tracker that has a clear screen for viewing the time as well as recording steps, sleep etc . Thank you .
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The All New MSE Running Club.
Hello everyone! This is a message to all MSE runners - and I know that there are many of us. You may be a seasoned veteran with many Marathons under your belt, a club runner, a lone runner, a newbie or someone thinking about taking the plunge into running. Doesn't matter this is for you. If you have been around for a while…
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Need to lose weight
I need to lose weight, I weigh 83kg which is about 10kg overweight. I have fat around my stomach mainly. I do take medicines for health problems. Are there any YouTube videos I could watch and do exercises. Thanks
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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…
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Want to join a gym i previously cancelled DD for
I want to join
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London Marathon lottery today?
Hi did anyone get their Virgin London marathon lottery place notified yet? I heard it was due today and my wife (not me!!!) is dying to know if she needs to go for a charity place instead. Thanks.
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Swimming Goggles
Home and Bargain,adult swim goggles £1.99 in plastic case,plus picked up speedo today £2.99.
