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Decent pair of walking shoes
I work as a Mental Health Nurse,as you can imagine i spend a lot of time on my feet.Looking for recommendations for good walking trainers. Bearing in mind there is under floor heating and i do off ward escorting duty which can be up too 10 miles in a week and that's not counting the walking i do in the ward.Just need…
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Power Climber - too good ro be true?
Hi, can anyone please advise on this fitnessx uk website? I cant find anything about them and wondered if the climber offer was too good to be true. Thanks x
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Anyone do crossfit?
Crossfit is pretty expensive in most places but it is cheaper than a personal trainer and even some gyms! Anyone do it? Recommend it?
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Daniels silverman court action
Hi, I found this site after stumbling on a similar post, which I am not allowed to link to as a new member, about Daniels Silverman threatening to take legal action for a parking ticket debt. I signed up for a 12 month gym member subscription, and was told at the time that my contract would automatically expire after the…
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Best exercise for sore back?
I have developed a painful lower back and I'm looking to exercise it away, has anyone got any similar experience? I'm not looking for medical advice, just examples of different gentle exercises so that I can choose one that might work for me.
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5K in under 20 minutes
Hi I've been running for the past year. I tend to go out 2 or 3 times a week and I do 5k each time. I'm really happy with how I have improved over the year and I just got my best time of 21.50. I now feel I want to push myself further and my ultimate aim is sub 20 minutes. But I have no idea how I can shave a couple of…
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GolferBox anyone? 24hr sale today!
If you haven't heard of GolferBox, check them out. I've recently bought a few boxes for friends. They have a 24hr sale on atm, so jump on the bandwagon. Code is GOLFERBOX10
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Best calorie free sweetner
Hi looking for any recommendation for a great tasting but calorie free sweetner. Some of the brands i tried have very artificial or after taste. Many thanks
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Activity Tracker
I want to buy an activity tracker on a budget. I am looking to spend no more than around £50 and want one that has a heart monitor and can track multi sports so cycling as well as running /walking. There is a number of budget options on Amazon but wonder if anyone could recommend one? Thanks
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How to dispose of elliptical trainer?
How can I get rid of a huge elliptical trainer that's taking up space in my garage. It's hardly ever been used since I bought it a couple of years ago. It's extremely heavy, weighing in at 96KG. It's in fully working order and in excellent condition. I'm not bothered about getting paid for it, but I don't really want to…
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Why not join a walking club?
I've read part of the long threads about walking incentives such as Bounts and the 1,000 challenges but I couldn't help wondering why more people don't just join a walking club. I know that in the old days Ramblers had an image problem, but some years ago they moved with the times and introduced groups for people of…
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Compression Gear Advice
Hi I wanted to get some advice on compression gear you can buy and in particular Long Compression Shorts. I have been using Under Armour Long Compression Shorts (heat gear) for some time now but am thinking of trying another product. I play football regularly (occasionally running) and I use them to support my hamstrings…
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Running and heart rate question
Hi. I am 65 (male) and have been jogging for years wearing a heart rate monitor. My heart rate behavior (pattern) hasn't changed over the years but I wonder if it is normal. About 10 minutes into a run it is into the 160s. I try to keep the pace down and tend to run for about 20 minutes before stopping to walk because by…
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What ladies gym wear do you rate?
When I decided to join the gym I ordered multiple tracksuit bottoms and t shirts from S.Direct. It wasn't till I got there that I realised that I was way behind the times and these days all the girls are into gym leggings either plain or all patterned and fancy tops. Though I look like a dinosaur I didn't feel comfortable…
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Can you recommend an Exercise Bike for £50-£70 or under?
Looking to start a bit of exercise and want to give an exercise bike a go in our garage. Might enjoy it, might not - hence only wanting to spend a small amount initially. Can you recommend an Exercise Bike for £50-£70 or under?
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Pilates DVD
My wife would like to do Pilates but can't get to a class due to work, any good DVDs she could try?
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MSE News: Campaigners call for investigation into Bounts fitness app following...
A campaign has been launched calling for an investigation into fitness app Bounts...Read the full story: 'Campaigners call for investigation into Bounts fitness app following membership changes' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New…
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Nose clip for swimming ?
Does anyone have a recommendation for a nose clip for swimming (to prevent swimming causing a runny nose) ? Thanks in advance, Mark.
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Contradictory gym contract
I've just signed up for a 6 month's gym contract. I was advised that contracts must start on the 1st of the month and I must pay monthly on the 1st by direct debit. I had the option to pay pro-rata for any days between when I wanted to start and the 1st of the month. I declined this option and asked to start on 1st…
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can i cancel my new gym membership
Hi I have joined the dw gym in derby yesterday and have changed my mind, can i cancel the membership ? Any advice appreciated Ta
