Questions tagged [exercise]
Making one's body work. Includes walking, jogging, running, lifting weights, playing sports, cycling and any active play. The opposite of watching TV.
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How to target short bicep head?
During a bicep workout I usually start with a neutral grip machine preacher curl, which effectively targets the long head and provides good resistance in the lengthened position. I've never been able ...
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What bench press variations/alternatives spare the shoulders?
Gironda press and underhand grip barbell/dumbbell bench press come to mind, but do these really take off all the strain from the shoulders? Or perhaps decline bench?
I think I’ve messed up my ...
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How to practice a Revolving Pull-up Bar
How can I practice on Revolving Pull-up Bar. I do well in regular Pull-up Bar (~30 pull ups). What is the best way to practice and what is the step by step protocol to train myself for using Revolving ...
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Have the effect of pull-up, but without equipment
Push-up: no equipment
I don't need any equipment for push-ups. I can do that almost everywhere. It strengthens specific muscles very effectively.
Pull-up: requires a bar
Pull-up needs a bar that is ...
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Stair climbing: moderate or vigorous?
CDC recommends:
at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity
or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity,
I found it difficult to incorporate activity like swimming ...
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Help? Schedule and correct exercise question
I’m 18 years old, 122 pounds, and 5’5. I do not want to be muscular I just want to lean out because I am “skinny fat”. I started doing “strength training” 30 minute videos 3 times a week with 10 pound ...
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Desperately need to lose stomach fat [duplicate]
I am a woman (18) in desperate need for help. I have never exercised or dieted, however I am skinny. Mostly because I dont eat that much due to my IBS. I only have a bit of stomach fat, its very ...
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Why is it advised to increase exercise gradually not drastically?
I do exercise everyday especially the pushups but it is often advised to me that I should increase my pushups count gradually not drastically like increasing it by 1 everyday. But why can't I do it ...
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Does training a muscle make it tighter or constantly contracted in its resting state?
It’s often said that training X muscle more than its antagonist(s) will result in a postural imbalance in favor of the more trained muscle.
Common examples people say:
Training the chest muscles too ...
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What might be the significance of a sudden drop in estimated V02 Max as measured by a Polar Vantage M fitness watch?
Many of Polar's fitness watches, to include the Vantage M model, have the capability to estimate V02 using heartrate variability as a proxy. There are at least a few peer reviewed papers that have ...
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Does sticking to one exercise for a long time cause a plateau, where the body no longer makes improvements even after muscular failure?
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Does sticking to a single exercise cause a plateau, and by "plateau"
I mean: "a point in your training where neither reaching failure nor trying to push beyond failure on a ...
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What muscles are worked by this exercise (dumbbell around-the-world lateral raise), and does it have a different name?
I've stumbled on this exercise in my own experimentation and then searched for and found this video which seems to mirror what I've been doing fairly closely (although I've been seated against a right-...
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How long would I need to walk to do the equivalent of 20 minutes on a treadmill?
I have a treadmill, and my normal routine is to use it for 20 minutes, on a programme that gives me...
1 min at 2kph
18 mins alternating between 6kph and 9kph (one minute each)
1 min at 3kph
Now the ...
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Sled pull / drag harness attachment points on body
I'm getting into sled pulls and drags, and apparently enjoying it.
I would appreciate some tips about the set up.
There is a double rope coming from the sled. I can
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What exercises are good for improving shoulder posture?
I’m primarily interested in rectifying my posture so that my shoulders don’t curl inward toward each other, my sternum and my centre chest.
It’s been suggested that I must strengthen my rotator cuffs ...
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A proper website for theory in the gym?
I'm kind of new in the gym going through a bit of an information overflow period. I have a personal trainer which helps me with my form. However, I'm bad at remembering the names of different ...
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What are downsides of stop doing physical activities?
What if you completely stop doing sports? Including walks or any other physical activity besides necessary as going to work/store/etc. Is there any medical researches on how it will affect your health,...
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Tips to do another repetition?
To gain strength the last repetitions are the most important ones. Depending on my mood I find it hard to do the last reps. Before I used caffeine to enhance my exercise routine, however I stopped ...
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help on supplementary exercise for cycling
so my question is pretty simple basically im a relative beginner at biking and was wondering what some good form of exercise would be on the days im not cycling thats not too taxing so i can still ...
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Does training legs affect recovery of upper body muscles given adequate carbohydrate and protein intake?
Simple question:
I have the following exercise regime (each line is another day):
Upper Body
Legs
Back
Legs
Upper Body
Legs
Back
I do 2-3 different exercise per day with 2-3 sets each.
My legs are ...
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Exercise soon after waking up vs during the day vs before bed [duplicate]
Does the time of day when one exercises make a difference?
I understand that consistency and other things are all more important, but given a choice (due to WFH situations) how does one choose when to ...
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How to best incorporate Workout, Yoga, Shower and Eating together into a routine?
I'm trying to fit workouts, yoga, showering, and eating into a daily routine, preferably together. There are lots of approaches to the order and time gap of doing these which is really confusing for ...
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chin up more difficult than pullups? [duplicate]
Since the distance from chin to bar is greater for narrow grip chin ups compared to wide grip used for pullups why are chin ups not considered the more difficult exercise to perform?
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Exercise reccomendation for 11 year old kid [closed]
What fitness exercise, gym exercise, or Crossfit exercises are recommended for an 11-year-old guy?
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What kind of changes should I start to see after three months of working out four times a week? [closed]
Starting from near zero (i.e. I go to the gym and do cardio once a week or similar). But I want to eventually get fitter.
I'm thinking of doing Cardio two times a week and Strength building exercises ...
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Are there any good exercises to make pectus carinatum less noticeable and exercises that can help get rid of rib flare
I am 14 years old, 5'7, and weighed 118 last time I checked. One side of my sternum protrudes more than the other side leading me to believe I have pectus carinatum.
It's noticeable even from the ...
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Beginner workout for developing muscles for Volleyball
Hey Fitness Stack Exchange
I'm looking for some good exercises and maybe even a basic workout plan I can do a few times a week to help develop my body for Volleyball. I've found a few good resources ...
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Exhaustion after exercising
I [28 F] began exercising last year, for three months I would go for a walk and follow the Chloe Ting program. However, I saw no change in my weight, my mood was better though. I found myself ...
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Exercise and Yoga Asana after Eating
What are some exercises and/or yoga asana, that I can practice after eating to avoid sleepiness and to maintain my concentration and motivation toward work?
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How to reduce weight around my abdominal area when I have liver cirrhosis? [closed]
I have advanced liver disease and weight loss is suggested to me
Need to reduce 20 kgs , most of my body fat is around abdominal region
What diets I need to follow along with exercises .
I am also ...
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Internal rotation in dips?
Here's a picture of athleanx demonstrating dips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMyFe-IL7Ks
I understand the forward lean is required in dips, but doesn't this make the exercise extremely susceptible ...
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Good Active Flexibility Stretch for Mid Back
What is a good "Active Flexibility" Stretch for Mid back?
Note: Active Flexibility is different from Passive/Static.
Resource: Passive vs Active Flexibility Stretch
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Shoulder Rod Stretch, Difference Using Wooden Bar Rod or Towel Rope
Whats the difference in doing the shoulder bar dislocation stretch with a regular wooden rod vs a towel/rope? (Note: I know the second picture is using a towel, but I use a rope and pull it wide tight)...
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Shoulder Rod Stretch, Trying to gain flexibility and reached a limit
I am doing the following shoulder rod dislocation stretch. I seemed to have reached a cap on how far I can put my hands together. Right now they are 40 inches apart, at 30 degree from vertical. I was ...
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Shoulder Stretch Lying Down, Proper technique?
Is the following a legitimate back shoulder stretch? I have never seen this stretch on any resource website until now. Sometimes when I see something on youtube, I have verify its a proper stretch ...
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Shoulder Mobility: Standing and Lying Dislocation Exercise Difference
Whats the difference between the Standing Stick shoulder mobility exercise, standing up and lying down? Do they exercise different muscle groups? Trying to understand the difference between doing the ...
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Can one successfully exercise on interlocking foam mats when they are placed over carpeting?
When interlocking foam mats are placed over carpeting, will they work for physical exercise? Or will they detach from each other all the time?
In this context, I'm defining exercise as:
Stretching
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Pelvic Floor muscles, how to tighten exercise
I am trying to understand the pelvic floor muscles as man in Section 2, how to exercise and articulate them. As they have many health benefits, and are more hidden muscles.
"Sit on a chair with ...
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Calisthenics: Opposite of 1 Hand Pullup
What is the calisthenics opposite equivalent of the 1 Hand Pullup?
Is the 1 Handstand Pushup even possible against the wall? I also tried 2 handstand pushup, placing weights on a dipbelt (only like 20 ...
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What are the correct names of these deadlift exercises?
I'm trying to pick up some physical fitness exercises with dumbbells and found two different exercises having the same name (Dumbbell Deadlift).
The first is done with a squatting move with dumbbells (...
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Beginner work out routine review & questions
This is my routine I’ve been doing for 5 months now:
Monday - Chest, Arms, Cardio
Tuesday - Back, Shoulders.
Wednesday - Legs, Abs, Cardio
Thursday - Chest, Arms
Friday - Back, Shoulders. Cardio
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Does Active Flexibility Reduce Speed and Quickness?
I am training for basketball/football to get Faster with Speed.
Currently exercising in "Dynamic Flexibility" and believe this can help extend leg range, and obtain faster strides to a ...
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Spreading aerobic activity
It is common advice to aim at 150 minutes moderate aerobic activity: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/expert-answers/exercise/faq-20057916
My questions is how free are we to spread ...
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Is Calves Raises barefoot a proper training method?
Is it a good method to do Calves Raises barefoot? I am working on balance/stability, and realized when shoes aren't on, there is much greater range in toes and feet flexion. Interested in knowing if ...
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Handstand Pushup Progression
I am doing handstand pushups. What is a good way to increase progression of handstand pushups without using a weight vest? I am open to suggestions using a wall, or not against a wall. Thanks,
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Is mini stepper with bands vigorous activity?
Some recommendations state that:
do at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity a week or 75
minutes of vigorous intensity activity a week
My question is: is training on a mini stepper with ...
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Increase Active Flexibility
I am able to do the Front and Side splits (on the floor and against a wall).
However, when just lifting my leg up in front extended casually from standing position, the most I can get it up is 90 ...
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What kind of bands exercise are appropriate for mini stepper
I bought a mini stepper with bands.
But I am curious:
What kind of band movements are appropriate for the mini steppers in general?
I saw this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfkpdMXEzuQ, but ...
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Recommendation how to select aerobic trainer for home
I am considering buying ab aerobic trainer for my home because I have relatively high cholesterol. But I have two constraints:
I have a relatively small space with dimensions 1m x 2m.
I'd like it to ...
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Squat Rack Pull Up Bar Attachment
I have a squat rack at home. Are there Pull Up Bar attachments for Squat racks? I know Dip Bar attachments exist.
Currently looking for a Full width pullup bar attachment. (bar extends fully from ...
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