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Heart rate lower on an indoor trainer?

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Due to stress at work I had heart unrest last week and my doctor forbade me any physical activity, including running and cycling. And I get very nervous and depressed when I miss my training. That’s why I’m wondering whether I can use an indoor trainer because I reckoned that since I can...

by User avatar shamus

Advice for ways to be back in the shape i used to be in.

Alright. I am 19 years old, freshman in college, and running cross country. I ran xc and track all through high school, and was at a point where I weighed around 135 for a year or two, then I let myself go after xc season. Got to college xc, and I know it takes time, but the weight isn't leaving at...

by User avatar Guest

What are your thoughts on personal trainers?

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While most folks do their x-mas shopping (finished mine back in Oct), I spent the last 2 weeks on vacation/exile home. The gym I go to has several listings for personal trainers, and saw two that were geared to my current fitness goals while adding some extra time in the gym on weights, without...

by User avatar Morpheus99

How do i calculate heart rate zones?

Answered by a doctor

I have heard of heart rate zones. I would like to learn how to calculate them as it seems logical to me to know whether you are just fooling yourself or really working out. If you have any idea about calculating your heart rate zone I would be grateful if you can share it with me. Thanks.

by User avatar christoper

Will Yoga help my flexibility?

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Will Yoga help my flexibility. They Y at work has a Yoga class but I am to chicken to try it out since my flexibility sucks! I am pretty sure it will help me I just need to find the time to get in there and try the class out.

by User avatar Guest

How to deal with swelling and pain in joints?

I am in the army and I have an extremely active fitness schedule. I run, and do muscle failure workouts as part of the Army PT program. I am also very active in the gym trying to increase my strength. I have gained 30 pounds, and have increased my strength by 80 pounds on my bench over the past 8...

by User avatar hemi2384

Why am i getting foot pain during exercise?

Hi, Wondering if anyone can give me some advice. I keep getting pain in the side of my foot everytime I exercise. It's not too bad when running or on a cross trainer. It hurts but it's bareable. It hurts more when pedalling so ive avoided cycling. Then I went to spinning last week and it hurt that...

by User avatar laura0885

Is it okay to eat a chocolate bar after a workout?

Yesterday he said it was ok to drink a pop or eat a chocolate bar after a workout... Isn't that the point of fruit?? :umno: Now I'm afraid to listen to anything he says.

by User avatar Mike G

Why is my heart rate (while training) declining all of a sudden?

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I’m really feeling uncomfortable so much that I don’t dare to visit my doctor yet. Namely, my heart rate is declining and it’s not as high as it used to be earlier. I’m talking about my heart rate while training, of course. Why is that so? Is something wrong with my heart so...

by User avatar kristoffer

What some good exercises to treat or get rid of achilles tendinitis?

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What some good excercises to treat or get rid of achilles tendinitis? I stretch my legs well. But I always feel the achilles tendon in the morning. It feels like something that will be my companion until old age... Any suggestions appreciated.

by User avatar atriuum