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Can this item be used for chest exercises??
I want to buy this item... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MAX-FITNESS-DIP-DIPPING-STATION-TOWER-BAR-TRICEP-HOME-GYM-EQUIPMENT-STAND-BENCH-/400342719558?pt=UK_Strength_Training&hash=item5d36491c46 But, it says that it is designed for the triceps.. But cant dips also be used for chest development? Please, relate the question to…
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Creatine
I am very cynical about these products and really never use them that often, except for the odd protein drink, prefer to carry around a few tins of tuna most of the time. But before Xmas I was talked into using creatine, I did the usual 5 day load, now just having 5grm per day(teaspoon). I am training really well after a…
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Fat Burning Classes?
Hi, I joined a gym last year as I would like to lose weight, tone up, etc. I found that I work best in classes, which my gym does, as I tend to fart around in the gym and don't push myself. These are the classes that my gym does and that I can make it to: Spin, Spin and abs, Spin and Circuits, Ab Attack, Circuits, Bodypump…
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Kelly Holmes kettle ball: does anyone know how to ....
.... remove the weights? I picked up one of these in the Tesco sale the other week and have high hopes that they're going to help me with improving my upper body strength. You are supposed to be able to removed the weights to suit BUT I'm darned if I can get the things to budge! :mad: (maybe its a sign of just how weak I…
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Bicycle Wheels: how and what to choose?
Depending on how you intend to use your bicycle you need to suit wheels to your riding style. For example, if you are a city rider you won’t really need knobby tires but rather some slick ones as they provide a higher rolling speed. This article presents various types of tires depending on the type on bicycle and while we…
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Insanity
Hi all, I want to do the insanity dvd, but dont want to pay the £100 for a new set of dvds. Does anyone know of any second hand ones i can buy? i have cjecked ebay and they go for around £85 which is still more than I would like to pay!! Thanks
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Ipswich gym £9.95 a month
the gym Ipswich basic but fine - two big gyms and helpful staff - also lots of classes (no swim pool or cafe!!) they have an offer for £9.95 a month (plus £20 start-up) for a 12 month membership. or on Groupon £10 for 10 visits include classes. http://www.thegymipswich.co.uk/news or groupon wort it if you ant to go to…
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The first time cyclocross race
our city will have a cyclocross race in next month,i also take part in this project.I have not a regular race bicycle.Generally speaking,most of participant will choose assemble their bicycle by themselves.Let me puzzled that this is the first time i take part in as like race,i don’t know which parts of bicycle suit me.I…
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DD only membership gyms
Hello viewers. I posted this in another section as a general moan but realise it probably should have gone here. I decided this week that I have so much time on my hands not going to the pub anymore I may as well join a gym and spend the same amount of time there. I hate direct debits. You may hate spiders or high bridges…
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Cross-trainer work out for beginner.
I used to do a fair bit of walking but have become very lazy of late, so have decided to make use of the cross-trainer we bought some time ago. Any ideas for a good beginners workout? I'm currently doing 15 mins every other day at resistance 2 (out of 8).
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My weight training programme
I now back on the weights after a forced 9 months out through an injury, though I did manage some cardio while not being able to train with weights. I have set myself a target for the next 3 months in losing 14Lb in fat and hopefully putting on the same in muscle, but being realistic more likely to be a little less(10LB…
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Running shoes - how much should I spend?
I'm looking into buying a pair of proper running shoes. Over the summer I was running round the local reservoir, but now the nights have closed in I'm running on the roads and as such I'm thinking of investing in a decent pair of trainers. I know I'll probably end up paying full retail price as I'll be going to the local…
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Treadmill Advice?
Hi All, I'm looking to buy a treadmill and am hoping some of you may be able to give some advice? I'm hefty (110kg) so need one that will take my weight, though will be walking not running. Ideally I'd like one that I can fold so I can keep it in the front room and unfold it for daily use. I've had a look around but am…
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Help! Problems with my gym membership cancelation!
Hi guys. I canceled my gym in person and filled out the form and gave it to reception. They said there was nothing else I had to do and my membership would run out on November 1st. I gave a months notice and the final month was covered by my deposit I paid for when I opened. Confirmed this because I didn't want any fees or…
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Canoe / kayak / small boat plans
Hello all. In the hope of a spring/summer to come I've done the course and now thought of buying a canoe to explore the rivers of our Sceptered Isle with my sons...however they 'somewhat expensive' to say the least. I've seen plans on eBay and books on Amazon re building simple boats from ply and would be prepared to give…
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36,500 rep challenge for 2013!
There was some interest in my last post on the 10,000 rep challenge so heres one for 2013(not my page on FB) https://www.facebook.com/groups/10000reps/ click here to see the exercises in PDF http://freepdfhosting.com/1a1390ab45.pdf So theres leeway if you miss a day
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Wobbley thighs and hips.....
Hi Can anyone help me please! I have been a member of my local gym for a while now and in the last six months have decided to up my game in a bid to increase fitness and tone up. I don't want to lose weight as such as I am 9.5 stone and happy with that, although if a few pounds did drop off I wouldn't mind!! I go to the…
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Anywhere in North West where you can try on wetsuit in a pool before buying?
There used to be a shop called Tri Central in Manchester, which had a pool where you could actually try out your wetsuit before buying. I've never been, but always promised myself I'd go there for my next wetsuit - my first was a beginner's cheap one and would now like to get something slightly better. Anyway, really…
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NHS weight management groups
hi i just thought i would pass this on the nhs run weght loss group sessions for free so with you want to lose Ibs rather than £s look into it
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Swimming prices
Hi all, Looking to go back to swimming and called the local pool to see what prices are likely to be. Over £6 per swim of which £1.60 per hour is parking. £30 per month or £300 per year for a season ticket. When has this got all so expensive? Feel really down as I was looking forward to going back (used to compete 15 years…
