Questions tagged [exercise-equipment]
Any device that allows the execution of, or assists with specific exercises
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Are wrist wraps at cross purposes with incline DB curls?
My wrist / carpal tunnel tends to get rather angry with me during exercises like dumbbell flies. (Presumably because the weight is supported by just the palms than a stacked forearm, and is under the ...
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Exercise Ball - build huge abs?
How can I build abs or huge abs with this ball?
I have seen a lot of videos on YouTube but they don't say the time or the sets needed for an exercise ball routine.
How much time and what days should I ...
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How to achieve high intensity HIIT with equipment available in a gym?
I love doing HIIT with battle rope and sledgehammer. These cardio intensity is the highest two I ever have. I love battle rope most because it has almost no joint wearing. I separate loading to whole ...
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Is there a level of intensity in which you should train beltless?
For a competitive powerlifter, is there a level of intensity for which you should strive to not use a powerlifting belt (i.e. beltless)?
For example, in my warm-up sets, I don't use a belt. However, ...
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How are you supposed to adjust this type of reverse fly(?) machine?
The gym has the above contraption I use alternating with the crossover station for upper back isolation.
I’m at a loss however how I should adjust the seat and chest support; when I set it so my ...
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What is this exercise called, and will it substitute for hip thrusts?
The gym added a new gadget:
You lock your shins into it and stand up from “sitting down” holding weights. The weight room is packed and I’m supposed to do hip thrusts, and it seems like this makes up ...
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How can I get a basic equivalent between free weight and machine “weight”, i.e. stack pin?
I know that machines are different from free weights. That's a given: the machine limits the trajectory, eliminating the need for stabilizing forces, and reducing effectiveness in building core ...
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Is there any smart compact rower?
Is there any compact rower that can sync with MyFitnessPal? so one could keep track of rowing distance and calories burnt everyday?
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What should a trainer do when deadlifting straps fail?
I have deadlifting straps that wrap around the bar to assist my overhand deadlifting grip.
Excluding hook grips, mixed grips, and working on increased grip strength, what is the next step up? Are ...
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How to clean a battle rope?
I have bought my battle rope for two years, a common 38mm diameter black one and should be made by artificial fiber. It is placed on ground for 2 years.
Recently I carry it out on my shoulder, walk ...
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Bare feet vs lifting shoes for people with flat feet
I have extremely flat feet, and I was wondering if I should do my heavy lifts (squats, dead lifts) with dedicated lifting shoes, or with bare feet. Right now I'm doing my lifts bare-foot on a hard ...
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Shared space incline equipment options (living room)
I exercise in a shared family space, so no 'dedicated' exercise equipment would work. When doing weight lifting with dumbells/powerblocks, often the exercises require some form of 'incline' for chest ...
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How can I simulate the LifeCircuit 12 rep set on a non-electronic workout machine?
I enjoyed the LifeCircuit computerized strength equipment, which apparently do not exist anymore. How can I simulate that 12 rep set that those machines featured on a typical non-computerized workout ...
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I bought strength bands from Decathlon but I don't know how to use them
How can I use them to supply my grip at deadlift or pull-ups?
They are very different than https://www.decathlon.fr/p/sangle-de-tirage-musculation-souleve-de-terre-deadlift-traction/_/R-p-158597
Did ...
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Working out with a shorter left forearm and malformed hand
Here are pictures of my right and left hands (in order):
My right arm is generally normal except the hand, though the elbow motion is somewhat limited compared to normal people. (I can’t bend it ...
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How can I listen to music while running?
I want to listen to music while running, but I have a hard time finding a good way to do so.
My phone is quite big, and my watch is a standard running watch, not a smart watch. I live in a place with ...
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Accuracy of calorie measurements
When I use a Concept2 indoor rower, I also start a Workout on my Apple Watch. Both devices have a heart rate monitor, and both are measuring my calories. Yet there is a wide difference between the ...
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Length recommendation of safety spotters for a home gym
When planning my new home gym I stumbled over the question of how long safety spotters should be. For example the kingsbox royal series seems to be a reasonable option to me but has only 51 cm safety ...
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Starting Strength without a power rack in a home gym
As a 28 year old desk worker, I'm noticing I'm getting fluffy around the waist and my strength has diminished even more over the years. I used to do aerobic sports so I wasn't out of shape during my ...
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How much floor space does a basic multigym need?
I'm setting up a dedicated home gym in a room about 4x3.5m (13x12' approx) with a high ceiling.
I'm interested in a multigym and two cardio machines (bike+x-trainer) but how much space does a multigym ...
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How are elastic bands rated for resistance?
I'm using an elastic band labelled "60 kg". During the exercise, I stretch it from 100% length (where it offers no resistance at all) to maybe 200% length (which does not appear to be its stretch ...
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Cardio Machines which let me get my data
I am looking for a gym Cardio Machines (brands) which will let me get data representing what I have done.
It should be possible to view it with hearth rate data in a meaningful way, preferably in a ...
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What unit is resistance on stationary bike?
I need to know how exactly speed is calculated on a stationary bike.
For this I need to know in which units the resistance on the bike is set. The scale is from 1 to 25, but what exactly do these ...
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Recommendations/tips/improvements for a training program with my current gear
I am 18 years old, 66kg (146lbs) and 180cm (5'11").
Gear: treadmill, power tower (pull/chin-ups and dips), two dumbbells with weights of 30kg (max. of 20kg per dumbbell), a resistance cable and a ...
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Practical applications of the earthquake/bamboo bar
My gym recently purchased this weird bar:
I have yet to see anyone actually use it. From what I can tell, the point is to hang weights off the sides and they swing at each rep. The idea (I guess) is ...
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How can I make Atlas stones loadable and calibrate-able?
I'm trying to make barbell loadable atlas stones that have accurate weights. Like, say, 50lbs, 100lbs, and 200lbs. It's hard to accurately calibrate the weight of atlas stones I would imagine as their ...
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How to even out a punching bag when the weight gets settled on the bottom?
I just got a second hand punching bag which is filled with fiber. It seems like some of the weight has settled on the bottom. What can be done to distribute it?
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What are all the barbell collar types?
I've seen all kinds of barbell collars, and I'd like to know all of them and what the pro/con break downs are if possible. For example, what is this collar:
It kinda looks like an Olympic Russian ...
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Wheel ab workout equipment
I am considering buying an ab wheel. Will exercising with it make my abs look stronger and more apparent?
I'm not sure if an ab wheel will have a substantial effect on my abs in a short time. Lower ...
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How to handle bathing suit and towel for high school PE?
My 9th grader has swimming every other day and loves it -- but the bathing suit and towel are a constant problem, getting forgotten, growing mold in a plastic bag in the knapsack, etc. What's a good ...
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Small equipments for abs
I want to build my abs. I am eating well, and I wonder if there is a piece of small equipment that could be helpful for me to build abs.
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Is it my grip or is it the bar?
I have 200 lb. hand gripper which is very accurate. I can close these grippers for about 2 reps perfectly -- and don't cheat using the other hand to "set" it. In general, my hands are stronger than ...
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Exercise band lateral walk muscles used?
What muscles are used in sidewalking with a resistance band?
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which is better for a pull up tree branch or actual bar
I currently dont have a bar, but luckily I have a tree branch about 5 inches in diameter, I can jump to and hang easily off. Should I be expecting to do more or less reps on an actual bar. I should ...
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Feasible to use an exercise step with risers as a bench?
I want to stepping and benching to my exercise routine. Instead of two pieces of equipment, is it feasible to also use a step with risers as a bench?
I know I could use a bench as a stepper, but as ...
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Cheap form of whole-body HIIT
I am planning to do HIIT and want to buy one (cheap, under $100) piece of equipment for the whole body.
I cannot sprint because I live in a busy city with few open spaces, however I would be fine ...
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Please help me to name this exercise!
So essentially you get the olympic bar and then place a weight on one end and straddle the bar so that you can pick it up and then lift the weighted end towards your chest while the other end stays on ...
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How to build a pull up bar for a doorway with a door?
I'd like to build a diy pull up bar very similar to this one, but I have a problem: none of the rooms in my house have the necessary frame-without-a-door setup that it requires. Does anyone know of a ...
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what is the name of this exercise machine nunes is using to exercise punches?
what is the name of this exercise machine nunes is using to exercise punches?
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Is doing squats using a rack with rails defeating the purpose?
I moved recently and the gym here doesnt have a free standing squat rack. Instead it has one of these racks with rails
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Will leaving weight on my bar when I'm done damage it?
Sometimes, especially after I deadlift, the prospect of pulling the plates off the bar and carrying (rolling) them back to their place seems an unpleasant chore. I work out in my garage, so leaving ...
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Heart rate monitor compatibility
I am shopping for a heart rate monitor that I can wear during exercise (I am ok with wearing a chest strap), and I'm very confused about compatibility of monitors with gym equipment (treadmills, ...
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How to prevent swimming goggles from fogging [duplicate]
Hopefully there are some avid swimmers on this exchange that can help me out here. I recently have taken up swimming as an exercise since my gym has a great pool. However, I have noticed that my ...
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Missing mounting brackets for doorway pull bar. Alternatives? [closed]
I recently got a pull up bar from a friend, but he was missing the mounting brackets/cups to put it up in the doorway. Since I can't find the mounting brackets sold separately anywhere on the internet,...
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How effective are standing desks?
How effective at improving flexibility/posture/fitness/general health is using a standing desk instead of a sitting desk?
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Is the wheel important in a sling trainer?
I'm considering getting myself a sling trainer, after I was able to try one at a gym.
I found one major difference between cheap ones, and expensive ones (as the one on the gym), which is the wheel, ...
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Inzer single prong belt, need thoughts and/or comments about size issue
I need some solid input from you guys.
My friend let me try his Inzer lever belt, it's a size medium, here's the thing though, the medium measurements for the lever belt are 30 to 33.
When I used ...
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Why is it easier to lift weight using a belt?
As question states, I can life a lot more on deadlift and squat by using a belt to brace against, why? Is it cheating?
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How to use equipment in outdoor “fitness stations”?
Councils in my city have started installing what I think of as adult playgrounds, things called "fitness stations" or "outdoor exercise equipment" apparently that have unusually shaped static objects ...
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Advise on Exercise machine for weight loss
After baby number 2, I weigh 70kg and am trying to lose weight ideally to 60kg. Can you please advise on which exercise machine to purchase for cardio. Something that does not take up a lot of space ...
