Any device that allows the execution of, or assists with specific exercises
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Best Run/Swim Tracker + HR Fitness Watch [closed]
I've been trying to look at some of these nifty fitness watches on Amazon, but am at a loss as to which ones meet the needs I have. I am a runner and swimmer and would like a watch that has the ...
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Outdoor gyms equipment/machines
Recently I've found out that a few streets from my home the city has built a free outdoor gym. The problem is, the machines in the outdoor gym dont use any weights, and as far as I know, they have no ...
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Can adding a weight vest improve fat loss?
It's that time of year again when I am slimming down (reduce body fat %) to show off my hard work. I'm looking for an effective way to increase my calorie burning during a routine. I picked up a 40lbs ...
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Apart from size, what properties make for a good exercise ball?
I wish to use an exercise ball as a chair. I have done this previously with several different brands of exercise ball, and it has worked for me in the past. I noticed that some balls were far comfier ...
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What does each weight plate weigh in standard gym equipment?
At the gym, some of the equipment doesn't have the weight listed on the individual weight plates, just numbers. For example, the "Hoist Fitness Systems CL2403 seated leg press" just has numbers for ...
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How do I program a TrueFitness CS500 treadmill? [closed]
My apartment building has a couple of TrueFitness CS500 treadmills (and one Z9) and I'd like to start running on one but I don't know how to program it.
What I'd like to do is incline the platform ...
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Are bent rows a good substitute for lat pulldowns?
I've been working through the set of plates on a pulldown machine (w/ v-grip) trying to get to the stage where I can do chin-ups. At 90kg now, not far off my bodyweight of 102kg.
But the pulldown ...
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What should I look for in a jump rope?
When browsing around the various articles linked in answers here, I keep stumbling over rope jumping in articles or blog post.
I was never good at rope jumping, at least that's what I thought. ...
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a thinner yoga mat?
I practice Bikram and have been using a 3 mm mat which is now well due for replacement.
I am wondering if it makes sense to aspire for an even thinner mat, i.e. if it is better for you to practice on ...
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Dumbbell Weights: Diameter vs Width
I wonder how to add more weight to a dumbbell.
Adding more plates of fewer weight or fewer plates of higher weight?
With bigger plates the diameter grows and so will the minimum distance the ...
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Can I remove the nasty rubber smell from new equipment?
I just bought a Burn Machine device which has two rotating handles within a frame. It is weighted and functions similar to using a speedbag (see picture below). I've been using it a lot ever since I ...
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Whats the optimal height for a pull up bar?
I was looking at some door frame pull up bars yesterday. Now I was standing in my door frame and tried to imagine at which height the bar would be and it seemed a bit low (although I am a bit smaller ...
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what is this piece of eqipment? [closed]
I have used this piece of equipment before but I do not know what it is called. I am having a hard time visualizing it right now, but I am potentially interested in buying one. I will try to ...
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What should I look for in a fitness exercise mat?
I want to buy an exercise mat. I just did a quick check on Amazon and it was like I expected, you get mats in all different price ranges.
What are possible differences between cheap and expensive ...
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When does one choose the 33lb bar vs 45lb bar?
Other than the fact that it's 12 lbs lighter, is there any reason to choose the 33lb bar to lift rather than the 45 lb bar?
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Correct position on an upright exercise bike?
Let's say I use something similar to the exercise bike shown below. When I used to do track, my friends told me while exercising on this machine, to keep a straight back (maybe even a little leaned ...
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What are the ball bearings in dumbbells and barbells for?
Well the question title pretty much says it.
While browsing the web for dumbbells I stumbled over the supposedly cheaper 30mm bars and the 50mm bars that all seem to be ball beared.
What is the ...
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What should I be aware of for wear and tear on a used weight machine?
My father is giving me his old weight machine. He has not used it in quite a few years (10+) and it has been outside (we get winter 4-5 months of the year, with 3-4 feet of snow on average) for the ...
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Jogging equipment for counting calories, distance and pulsrate
I want to buy myself equipment for jogging.
Right now I dont have motivation for jogging for a number of reasons:
I dont like jogging
I never know the distance i am jogging so i
can't really ...
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Pedometer / Heart Rate Montior Recommendation [closed]
I am looking for a device that I can use to measure how many calories I burn.
Features I am looking for
Take in my weight into consideration to give accurate calories burned.
Takes in factors ...
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Squat racks and barbells on first floor of home gym: bad idea?
Is it a bad idea to have a home gym on the first floor of a house with a squat rack and barbell? Most home gyms with racks/barbells I have seen are in the basement or garage on concrete. My concern ...
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Is a vibrating belt not effective in reducing tummy fat?
In my gym, there is a vibrating belt present. I haven't seen anyone using that so far in the past two months. Is it not effective in reducing tummy fat? How is this equipment used, for what duration, ...
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Alternatives for a treadmill in an apartment complex?
We moved into a new apartment and were planning to buy a treadmill. But the apartment management denied permission to have treadmill as it may cause disturbance to other tenants and also the ...
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Is it safe for the treadmill belt to wiggle?
Is the wiggling of treadmill belt alright i.e it moves like snake from left to right continuously?
I am trying to buy a treadmill replacing the old one, but i have noticed that belts have slight ...
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Which variables are used in modern training equipment in order to calculate training intensity/effectivity?
There are lots of products in the market which targets individuals who want to be more aware/in control of their training. The most common and classic of such instruments are pulse sensors, either as ...
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What interesting simulations/games exist with open APIs for integrating with exercise equipment?
This is a two-parter at cross purposes:
I'm interested in converting some gym equipment I have lying around to act as input devices for my computer, and I'm looking for interesting applications. ...
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Difference between wide-grip lat pull-downs and wide-grip pull-ups
I have a workout plan based on the use of traditional equipment, than includes both of these exercises. TRX is, I guess, the most known brand of straps suspended from the ceiling or wall. Pull-ups, ...
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Does a rowing machine exist that is both compact and reliable? [closed]
For the life of me I can not find a rowing machine that is very small but also of a good build quality. If only someone made something like the york r101 but that provided good resistance and didn't ...
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How should I track workouts on a magnetic exercise bike?
I recently bought a magnetic exercise bike to try and get extra training in around the family (normally do mountain biking using android app and mapmyride.com).
I am a bit confused as to how I can ...
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Pros and Cons of the Tunturi R25 Magnetic Rowing Machine
I bought a new tunturi R25 rowing machine to replace one I had for years of the same make.
The new one is a magnetic rower, while the old one is a piston. here is the new one.
I got it and put it ...
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Bowflex and similar systems versus free weights
I've been using a cheap set of cement weights to do benches and curls. This has been working well in concert with trips to the gym every few days to do other exercises. I've maxed out the barbell ...
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When selecting running trousers what should be considered?
I'm starting to run more and more and think It's time to invest in good running trousers.
So I think you should consider the outside temperature and weather conditions ( If you run outside of course ...
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Elliptical trainer for home use: Concerns about noise
My question is about how quiet an elliptical trainer is in use in a home setting.
Background
My wife and I jog irregularly but really enjoy it when we do get out. We find it tough in the winter in ...
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What would I need to track fitness effort?
What, in addition to an Android device with GPS, would I need to track fitness effort?
I am thinking of perhaps something like a Fitbit, or can the Android do the same?
Also probably a hearth rate ...
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Become strong without spending money
I don't want to pay to become strong.
So, can I become strong without going to a gym for weight training? Without equipment?
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Is it feasible to use a treadmill and maintain the sanity of your downstairs neighbors?
I live on the second floor and while I like running it'd be nice to not have to go out in the cold sometimes. I'm afraid using a treadmill wouldn't sit well with the downstairs neighbors. Does anyone ...
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How can I change weights quicker on spinlock bars
I've recently bought some spinlock dumbbells and a spinlock bar so that I can perform my weights routine at home. My workout involves increasing the weight between sets of the same exercise and I'm ...
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What are the differences between RunKeeper and Cardio Trainer?
I've always used RunKeeper to track my runs, but recently I came across an app called Cardio Trainer (from WorkSmart Labs), and it seems like it does pretty much the same thing. Both apps use GPS to ...
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Good budget rowing machine
I am after a good rowing machine. My budget is about £200. I understand that it might be impossible to get a "good" rowing machine with my budget. So, what is the best rowing machine I can get with ...
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Is wearing weight adders on arms beneficial?
I am doing weight-lifting 3 times a week, 2-3 hours for each workout.
Now I got a gift of arm weight adders (basically, a sand bag wrapped around forearm, each bag weights 1kg). I'm considering ...
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How to prevent gym gloves stench?
After using my gloves for a while, they begin to stink. I don't try to launder them too much as it's wrecking them. I have had those for 2 years already, and they're still usable. I don't want to ...
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Should I use safety squat bars?
My gym has a safety squat bar, like this one:
So far, I've been sticking with the normal bar, but was wondering if there are reasons to should switch over.
I'm not currently experiencing any pain ...
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Calorie Counter from heart rate monitor Vs. Elliptical machine
I used an elliptical machine at high intensity (not crazy high) for around 20 – 25 minutes, the elliptical machine workout said that I burned 600 calories where as the heart rate monitor said that I ...
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Improve my bouldering performance on a budget
I've just started indoor bouldering and it's an enormous amount of fun!
But I'm really struggling to get going. I can just-just finish the easiest routes (and not even all of them) and then I'm ...
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Calorie counter on an exercise machine is it actual or approximation?
On any machine that gives you the amount of calories burnt, is the calorie count actual or approximation based on weight / effort?
If it is an approximation, any idea on what would be the average +/- ...
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How much should I spend for olympic weights?
I'm willing to start some serious training at home. I'm totally new to weight lifting, but I'd still prefer to buy quality long-lasting equipement from the start, instead of wasting money into cheap ...
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Buying barbell / rack
I want to buy a barbell and a squat rack so I can lift at home but looking around there's so many to choose from its overwhelming. I just need to know:
Which brands are trusted and recommended?
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Using a rowing machine for abdominal muscles
I was used to doing running and cycling but now I want to work more on my abdominal muscles. I had read from some sources that a rowing machine is good for that. From other sources I have read ...
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What's at your Home Gym? [closed]
If your focus is on strength training and your only means was working out at home (Home Gym), what equipment would you purchase, at what cost and how would it provide assistance for a complete ...
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Isolating the lower and upper pecs?
For the past six months I have been working on my pecs using seated cable fly and machine fly. With the seated cable fly I push downward slightly on the cables to isolate the pecs from the delts. So ...
