I live in an apartment on an upper level unit. I wish I could buy a treadmill to use at home, but I think the noise will bother my neighbors too much. I'm looking for a good alternative. Do you know of any?
[more inside]
posted by dede
on Apr 10, 2013 -
20 answers
I have no idea how to begin using a gym! I don't have any personal trainers or anything to help me! Help!
[more inside]
posted by Peregrin5
on Jan 14, 2013 -
13 answers
Looking for advice on best way to get more cardio exercise, for both physical and emotional health. Limitations: poor, bad knees and socially anxious.
[more inside]
posted by Sarah_Lena
on Jan 6, 2013 -
22 answers
Where can I find a complete song list for "In the Groove 2"? DDR is
good exercise. I'd like to make a workout playlist for use in my local arcade. I can find lot's of lists for the
New songs for In the Groove 2, but I can't find the
Old songs that are stored on the machine. For instance it has
some but not all of the songs from
DDR 3rd mix.
[more inside]
posted by Pontifex
on Dec 30, 2012 -
7 answers
I'm working out, particularly around the torso, and I'm much stronger. My waistline hasn't budged. My weight has barely changed since I started going to the Y and doing 20 minutes of cardio a day plus lifting weights. Loving wife says that's because I'm building muscle, and "muscle weighs twice as much as fat." What's truly going on?
posted by musofire
on Jul 6, 2012 -
34 answers
Question about the compulsion to drink beer disappearing when I exercise.
[more inside]
posted by naju
on Apr 4, 2012 -
9 answers
I'm taking 150 mg of Seroquel which has seemed to be helping. But i need to lose preexisting weight..about 40-50 lbs. All i read on the web are horror stories about people gaining 50-100 lbs even when they are doing cardio and weights. My question...anybody here either themselves or know people who have actually been able to lose weight while on seroquel if they followed the usual healthy eating and exercise 3-5 times a week?
posted by snap_dragon
on Feb 19, 2012 -
11 answers
Deskercise recommendations? Essentially, I'm pulling very long hours at my desk at the moment, or near it, and am looking for some space-efficient options for topping up my cardio until I can get out more (I like to run, but see long hours). Generic snowflake details inside.
[more inside]
posted by running order squabble fest
on Feb 13, 2012 -
12 answers
I want to lose weight and improve my running speed. Is running + yoga + swimming enough?
[more inside]
posted by Brittanie
on Jan 20, 2012 -
23 answers
What are some genuinely enjoyable activities I can do for an aerobic workout that aren't too hard on the body?
[more inside]
posted by Cogito
on Nov 15, 2011 -
31 answers
How can I increase the intensity of my workout without making it longer? Complications: I can't run, lift, or swim.
[more inside]
posted by KathrynT
on Jul 7, 2011 -
23 answers
My feet tend to go numb when I'm doing cardio (elliptical, treadmill, spinning, stairclimber.) Am I doing it wrong?
[more inside]
posted by Anima Mundi
on Jun 28, 2011 -
16 answers
Alternative exercises on an elliptical? What else can I do with this thing, besides run on it, to spice things up?
[more inside]
posted by Cool Papa Bell
on Mar 28, 2011 -
10 answers
Yesterday, I stepped up the intensity of my near-daily workout, and I'm really feeling it. I was ravenous all day yesterday, and particularly ravenous for the kinds of high-carb high-fat foods I've worked so hard to cut out of my diet. Also, I was very brain-tired; I was foggy and had trouble concentrating all day. Are these post-workout effects a sign of overdoing it, or of doing it right?
[more inside]
posted by KathrynT
on Jan 6, 2011 -
34 answers
Cardio exercise options for someone who can't strain their legs more than 10 to 15 mins, and doesn't have access to gym equipment?
[more inside]
posted by bardophile
on Aug 26, 2010 -
16 answers
Is it normal for someone getting started in cardio exercise to experience this kind of pain/discomfort?
[more inside]
posted by pilibeen
on Apr 11, 2010 -
13 answers
So when working out on a cross-trainer like
this I usually watch some of my favorite TV shows on my Ipod Touch. Yeah, I know, gotta update to a
bigger better stronger device soon ;-)
To get me pumped up a little more or to make it through the last gruelling climb, I regularly switch to music videos. And now I wanted to query the hive mind for some fresh suggestions. For more see some examples below.
[more inside]
posted by waldlaeufer
on Apr 4, 2010 -
3 answers
Does HIIT help with depression, or do I need the usual 30 minutes of cardio? TL;DR background info inside.
[more inside]
posted by Jacen Solo
on Mar 7, 2010 -
8 answers
All my life I've had this problem when doing any sort of cardio activity: my throat can stand my breathing for about 15 seconds before it starts to burn like hell. I've tried breathing differently, asking for medical advice, drinking various beverages before/during/after working out... nothing. It's happened when I've been in better shape and when I'm a lazy slob. So I avoid cardio, which I have always desperately needed. How can I overcome this and work out pain-free?
[more inside]
posted by Madamina
on Dec 28, 2009 -
16 answers
I’m looking for some more simple cardio exercises, like burpees and stepping, that will raise my heart rate but can be done in a small space, with minimal impact on my knees.
[more inside]
posted by t0astie
on Sep 18, 2009 -
13 answers
What's the benefit of multiple sets of one exercise at a time vs. one quick set of several exercises repeated?
[more inside]
posted by smelvis
on Apr 20, 2009 -
6 answers
What are some good cardio workout videos for someone who is not trying to lose weight?
[more inside]
posted by fructose
on Mar 8, 2009 -
10 answers
I have three days a week and approx. 1 hour 15min. I am about 30 lbs over weight but eating healthy. I know I need to do cardio and I like weights. Anybody have a workout plan that they can suggest for 3 times a week? (I hope to go 4 eventually but this is the time I have). The only exercises I cannot do are military presses do to a rotator cuff issue. So with this limited time and stretching thrown in, what is your advice/opinon? Feel free to share with me your workout program. I am in okay shape but still in the walking stages of cardio. I am rather strong but am not looking to get more muscular....rather to get lean, if possible. I would hire a trainer but cannot afford it at this time.
posted by snap_dragon
on Oct 27, 2008 -
15 answers
Going on vacation to Germany and Italy for 2 weeks. Looking for ways to try to stay fit while traveling. We will be staying with friends in Germany and may have access to a Gym, but will be staying in a house in Italy with no gym access. Any ideas for this? Possibly equipment that I could take that would assist?
posted by gm2007
on Jun 22, 2008 -
8 answers
Sexcellent solutions for strengthening sexual stamina? Or, what's the best exercise to help me be not so tired during non-solo sexytimes?
[more inside]
posted by Cat Pie Hurts
on Apr 12, 2008 -
13 answers
1 hour workout vs. 3 hour workout... which is more effective for weight loss and
weight loss only? A friend and I are unable to agree.
[more inside]
posted by Unicorn on the cob
on Mar 19, 2008 -
23 answers
Are crunches and cardio three times a week going to get rid of undesired excess fat? And how soon can I expect results?
[more inside]
posted by Phire
on Jan 22, 2008 -
29 answers
Can I rebuild my lung capacity? And how? In the past two years, I have gone from being a high-level aerobic athlete - one to three hours daily of bike riding or running - to doing almost nothing. The reason? Respiratory problems. It started with asthma, went on to sinus infections, then two cases of pneumonia. I've had two sinus surgeries in the past six months. The good news is I am feeling better. The bad news is that my wind is shot...
[more inside]
posted by soulbarn
on Jun 29, 2007 -
10 answers
I'm an avid runner and tore my achilles. Looking for cardio exercises to do that don't involve ankle/legs much.
[more inside]
posted by rryan
on May 29, 2007 -
13 answers
Where can I find a fitness center where I can jog/bike/elliptical while browsing the internet? I live in Clifton (Centreville, Northern Virginia), I can drive as necessary. I don't want to bring bulky equipment into the house unless it's really the only option. Convenience (driving distance, hours of operation, not having to fight over equipment) is more of a factor then price.
posted by anaelith
on Apr 8, 2007 -
8 answers
I'm feeling a bit run down and have a slight cold -- is it better for me to skip my workout?
[more inside]
posted by o2b
on Apr 5, 2006 -
7 answers
The "new, state of the art" cardio machines at my gym always tell me my heart rate is unreasonably high (170 beats per minute) even though I'm working at a level where I can still maintain a breathy conversation. Occasionally, the machine will say my heart rate is something totally wacky, like 220.
[more inside]
posted by Kololo
on Jan 16, 2006 -
9 answers
I would like to buy an exercise bicycle for a friend who wants to cardio train, but has terrible knees. However, I know nothing of exercise bicycles.
[more inside]
posted by Jairus
on Jan 10, 2006 -
8 answers
Yes, another physical fitness question. I, like some others in the green of late, need to find my fitter self. I am going to turn 35 on Sunday, have two beautiful and energetic young daughters, and so…my lack of fitness is bumming me out, man.
[more inside]
posted by Richat
on Apr 29, 2005 -
15 answers
Need recommendations for home exercise equipment (male, mid-20s). My requirements are (1) cost, (2) compactness, and (3) targeted toward a cardio workout with the ultimate goal of losing weight. I saw
this on TV last night, and while it's marketed to a thighs-and-butts demographic, the size, concept, and price range is kind of what I'm looking for. Anyhow, I'd appreciate hearing any advice from happy or unhappy consumers of these types of products.
posted by PrinceValium
on Apr 2, 2004 -
11 answers
I just moved into an apartment complex with a gym and have started working out, but I'm having a problem developing a routine. The place is basically treadmills, spinning machines, and a well-equipped weight room. Any suggestions?
[more inside]
posted by billybunny
on Jan 17, 2004 -
16 answers
