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Sweatresistant phone armband for running
Hi there I usually just carry a cheap mp3 player when running, but since having got spotify premium I am starting to take my Galaxy S3 with me. I usually put it in the pocket of my gilet, but since the weather is getting warmer/drier, I will (hopefully) not be using it as much and don't have large enough pockets in my…
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Best home cardio equipment
Hi, my partners rowing machine has given up the ghost so I am looking at replacing it with something I would use (I never got the hang of his rowing machine as there was something up with the foot straps and my feet kept falling out). I am inherently lazy and want minimum effort with maximum results so am looking for…
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Cheap gym advice? Council gyms now run by Better??
Hi folks, I'm looking to join a local gym (I live in London E11) and I'd love your advice. Normally I'd have thought that the council run gyms were cheaper but it seems as if all the local council leisure services have been outsourced to Better. http://www.better.org.uk/ What I'd like is a gym with cardio machines,…
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Advice about heart/activity monitor
I'm trying to build my stamina after an illness. I have a condition where my heart beats too fast. Not death defyingly fast but I do have to keep an eye when exercising so I'm after a gadget. :j:rotfl: (me exercising!) I'm after something waterproof that will record my heart rate accurately. I need to be able to use it in…
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Pruhealth & Virgin Active
I've never been a gym goer as I've always worked out at home using p90x, Insanity and similar. However, 2 years of doing that fairly relentlessly has ruined my knees. Now I need to do something lower impact for the forseeable. Though the idea of gym and machines doesnt really appeal, swimming does. The nearest pool to me…
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Aldi & Lidl
Aldi & Lidl are having sports wear in their stores next week. Both start on April 3rd. You have to shop carefully, but I've had some good stuff from both in the past.
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Pre-half marathon meal?
Hi all, I'm running my first half marathon in a couple of weeks, and not sure what I need to eat before hand. While training, I do most of my runs in the afternoon/evening (because of work and other commitments), but this one will be at 10 am? Normally I'd have porridge for breakfast, reasonable lunch (eg baked potato and…
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Ariel training, silks and what not, stab in the dark!
Wondering if anyone may possibly know if there are any Ariel training classes/ studios in the West Midlands? I tried some training towards it whilst in America over the summer and fell in love with it! I know it's a very difficult thing to learn so would love to actually start at a place that creates on the ground workouts…
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Please suggest Trainers for Metafit, Body Combat™ etc.
My trusty K-Swiss tubes are going home, the tubes at the ball of each foot are coming of due to side to side nature of many exercises. I have been told that running shoes are not the best thing for side to side stuff and that tennis shoes may be better for my knees. Anyone got any suggestions?
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Any recommendations for home treadmill?
Looking to buy a good treadmill for use at home. Folding would be good (but not essential as it is going in the garage). I'd like one that allows me the option to set a distance, monitor time/speed/distance, change the incline and has some sort of cushioning. I was looking to spend around £500-800, a finance option would…
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N205 extension from Bow Church to Leyton
The N205 now goes to Leyton via Stratford International bus station - a small piece of Olympic legacy
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Virgin Active Classic Collection Joining Fee
Hi, Ive been looking at a PruHealth membership for Virgin Active Mayfair Classic club and was wondering if anyone is aware of the current JOINING FEE for Mayfair or any other Virgin Active Classic Clubs? Thanks in advance
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Fitness4less adhoc bill addition
Please delete, its in the terms and conditions
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Pilloxing
As the titles says. My local council are going full on to encourage women to take up a sport.I have never been to a gym but the look of Pilloxing appealed to me.It's a mash up of Pilates and Boxing. Has anyone done it,if so,how did it go? Is it fun, worth it ,if not why.I lack motivation so if I know a bit about it I may…
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Tennis ball machine? Anywhere ? Lobster
Hi does anyone know of anyone/place (Lancashire region for pick up, but would travel or pay postage if the price was right) for a tennis ball machines, preferably lobster type one? Paul
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Reasons to go to the gym/exercise
Why do you keep going to the gym/exercising? I wanted to write mine down so I can look at them when I just feel too tired, too lazy or just too idle. i) top reason - I feel better about myself, going to the gym regularly makes me feel more in control of my life regardless of whether I see any results. That puts me in a…
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Shin Splints
Hi, I hope someone can help or give me some advice. I have started running and I suffer from shin splints. I am in constant pain and I am now struggling to complete my normal route of 2 miles, which I was able to complete before. I massage my legs after my run and try and rest in between but they are becoming more painful…
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Kettlebell routine?
I've just got a 5kg kettlebell - can anyone recommend beginner routines? I'm not new to strength-training and regularly use dumbbells and resistance machines, but not sure quite where to start with this. Cheers :)
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Thinking about strength training
I've lost a significant amount of weight (although I still have a bit to go) and I'm starting to think more about things like loose skin when I reach a healthy weight. I've been doing lots of exercise, mainly cardio and circuit training, but I gather that the best way to "hide" loose skin is to build up a little muscle to…
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Compression tights
Can anyone recommend any good quality compression tights that won't necessarily break the bank please? For use in the gym for weightlifting rather than running so thermal properties not essential but need to be thick enough so they don't become transparent whilst wearing them :rotfl: Cheers me dears :beer:
