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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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?
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?
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…
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.
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…
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
any pure gym codes pretty please
hi savers looking for pure gym codes for no £15 admin fee. any ideas. thanks anywat
Am i running too much?
Hello I am a 31 year old male, I love running and run about 3-4 times a week early in the morning, I am doing 8-10 miles on each run, I also go the gym the odd day where I do a mixture as well as 2 sets of 10 mins Hitt jog/run on the treadmill(the gym is different day to running, I have one or two days rest a week, is this…
Swimming lessons money back
Hi everyone I booked private swimming lessons for my children for a 10 week course paid in advance. On the 2nd lesson our instructor had to take another class due to a previous instructor quitting. On the 5th-8th lesson our instructor had gone off sick. There was no communication from the office stating that our lessons…
Exercise with a knackered knee?
I used to do a bit of jogging to keep fit, but having hurt my knee 9 months ago and waiting for tests to see what damage I've done, at the moment I can't do anything higher impact that a brisk walk. And that still hurts. I'm at work in the day, but might be able to manage the odd evening class if I could think of anything…
Running- Toilet issues **Only open if you dont mind reading**
Please delete if not allowed This is for other runners, I normally manage to go to the toilet before running but not always, I will aim for a 10 mile jog and could do more if I wanted to but is issue(prob the same as others) is that 3/4 through my jog I am in need of the toilet and have to make my way home(guessing this is…
amazon bike query
Hi, I am the lucky recipient of £300 worth of amazon email vouchers and was hoping to get a new bike with it. However it seems that amazon is a minefield when it comes to looking for one. Ideally Im looking for a hybrid with disc brakes, are there any out there at that price range? The ones Ive seen are in their thousands!
Bounts - Receiving vouchers?
I love this concept as it keeps me active but has anyone actually received any vouchers from them? I've sent off for 3 (£5 Tesco, £10 Morrisons, £5 Sainsburys) and have yet to receive any. Also I've noticed that Tesco is no longer a 'member' and all the other supermarkets have sold out! Just hope they can deliver on their…
Todd Kuslikis Isometrics Strength - is it a scam? Has anyone here tried it?
Hi all I stumbled across this this morning: http://www.isometricsstrength.com/?inf_contact_key=3c679cb2961c93ca78e8bf752f1496dff13a0b97ab38e257de0b31b0b1fa24f0 I'm quite new to this kind of fitness training so it is hard to assess what he's saying. But I do yoga and I love the idea of doing training without weights or…
Free walking maps online - what do you use?
Up to now I've found streetmap.co.uk useful - OS maps showing most UK footpaths with a 'where am I now' button that puts a pointer on your map showing where you are using your phone's GPS. More recently I've found http://m0.footpathmaps.com/ which is a fast to access full OS map of the UK. It's 'where am I button' only…

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Is now a good time to fix your mortgage or should you wait? Brokers answer as rates continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further – and should you fix now or wait?
Fixed-rate mortgages continue to fall ahead of expected Base Rate cut – so do brokers think now is a good time to fix?
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week's decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the Base Rate. But will fixed rates move much further?
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers
How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers… simply dial 1-5-9. Then you know it's legit. Watch MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis' video below, which explains it. And please share – the more people know, the fewer will be scammed.
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers – as 'anti-scam' phone number called over a million times
One million calls have been made to the '159' anti-scam phone number since its launch in 2021, new figures reveal today (Wednesday 30 April). MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis – one of the well-known faces most used in scams – explains how to call your bank by dialling just these three numbers.
Martin Lewis: How to call your bank with just three digits – as 'anti-scam' phone number called over a million times
One million calls have been made to the '159' anti-scam phone number since its launch in 2021, new figures reveal today (Wednesday 30 April). MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis – one of the well-known faces most used in scams – explains how to call your bank by dialling just these three numbers.
Revealed: Holland & Barrett's supposedly cheaper 'Subscribe & Save' often costs more – it's promised a review after our investigation
Holland & Barrett's 'Subscribe & Save' scheme claims to offer regular shoppers "the best value" – but it failed to do so in the majority of cases MoneySavingExpert.com checked over a five month period. The retailer has now promised to review the scheme after our research found it was often more expensive.
Don't get your passport by post – 360,000 paid more than needed last year
If your passport is due for renewal, apply online if you can – it'll save you £12.50. More than 7 million Brits did just that last year – but over 360,000 missed out on savings by using a paper form instead, MoneySavingExpert.com can reveal.
Sainsbury’s Bank customer? NatWest takes over this week – here's what it means for savers and borrowers
Sainsbury's Bank's savings, credit cards and loans will be taken over by NatWest from Thursday 1 May. For most, this means little will change for now as the Sainsbury's Bank brand will remain, though it's expected to be phased out towards the end of this year. However, if you've over £85,000 saved across both banks, it's worth considering moving any excess elsewhere to ensure your cash remains protected.
Chase customer? Check if you can get its newly boosted 4.8% easy-access saver
If you've got a Chase account, check if you can boost your easy-access savings to 4.8% – made up of a 1.8% AER fixed six-month bonus plus its standard 3% variable rate. Chase says over 2 million customers can get the boost, which would top our normal savings tables if it were open to all, though it's beaten by the top easy-access cash ISAs.

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