My exercise routine is not yielding me results. I want a book (preferably one that I can download on audible) that will fill in the many gaps in my excercise/fitness knowledge. [more inside]
posted by whoaali on Dec 21, 2009 - 25 answers

I'm more sedentary than I'd like to be, and I'm putting on weight. Please help me get motivated to work out, and help me encourage my wife to join me. More details inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 17, 2009 - 22 answers

Recently started lifting weights a few months ago. Now arm hurts, wtf? [more inside]
posted by nomadicink on Dec 11, 2009 - 14 answers

What's the simplest way to build muscle without becoming an exercise person? Please read my whiny, pigheaded conditions inside. [more inside]
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis on Dec 2, 2009 - 65 answers

Will a kettlebell regimen take me from 'skinny fat' to relatively in shape? [more inside]
posted by piedmont on Nov 28, 2009 - 15 answers

What do you eat/drink (in addition to water) after a workout to help you recover more quickly? I keep reading suggestions that chocolate milk is the perfect recovery beverage, but I'm lactose intolerant and the idea of drinking straight milk makes my blood run cold. [more inside]
posted by corey flood on Sep 20, 2009 - 16 answers

Tips, advice, recommendations, insight, cautions, suggestions and matters unforeseen concerning the addition of yoga to my fitness regimen. [more inside]
posted by EatTheWeak on Sep 17, 2009 - 17 answers

I've been doing regular push-up sets three days each week, and am pleased with the results. How do I maintain my current state of arm-shape, without getting still bulkier or losing any of it? Do I simply keep doing the number of reps/days that I have been doing to this point? Or is there an always-increasing threshold I need to aim for?
posted by everichon on Aug 24, 2009 - 11 answers

What's the best way to carry keys, water, mp3 player, and wallet when you're working out outside? Do you have a favorite fanny pack (how...not chic) or have you come up with some alternative arrangement? Would you please share? [more inside]
posted by melodykramer on Jul 6, 2009 - 32 answers

Personal training: three times a week for 30 minutes, or two times a week for an hour? [more inside]
posted by scrump on Jun 16, 2009 - 9 answers

General advice in the area of finding my exercise/fitness niche? Good, structured DVDs or programs to try? [more inside]
posted by so_gracefully on May 8, 2009 - 12 answers

ExerciseFilter: I've been doing the gym thing at least 3x per week for about 3 or 4 months now. Strength training and cardio mix. About 6 weeks ago, I started Trileptal as a mood stabilizer (I am not epilectic). I am on no other meds. It's the type of drug where you ramp up your dosage over a period of time. In the last two weeks, my low THR feels like my heart is pounding as if I'd just been in car accident. [more inside]
posted by sio42 on Feb 26, 2009 - 8 answers

Is gym-provided workout clothing safe to wear? [more inside]
posted by abdulf on Dec 29, 2008 - 10 answers

How can I find some great exercise DVDs? [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Dec 19, 2008 - 6 answers

A trainer at my gym recommended this workout and I'm not entirely sure it's safe or effective or the right one for me. I've itemized the routine below, but in short it involves both upper and lower body workout every day, Monday through Friday, three sets of 10 -12, with one muscle group off per day after what he considers the toughest exercise for that body part. [more inside]
posted by mizrachi on Dec 17, 2008 - 19 answers

I'm a 23-year-old male, 6'4", and 175 lbs. I'm too thin. What's the best way I can gain weight and muscle? I'd like to start working out in my own apartment. [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Sep 30, 2008 - 17 answers

How can I best lose some excess upper arm flab? [more inside]
posted by troika on Sep 24, 2008 - 13 answers

How does heart rate correlate to calories burned, and can I lose weight by just being incredibly nervous? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd on Sep 16, 2008 - 6 answers

I've been lifting weights for a long time, but recently decided to switch from the machines to mostly free weights and cable lifts. I've done a lot of reading on the subject, and have cobbled together the following routine that seems to be giving me some results, but I wanted opinions on what muscles I might be missing/which exercises might be superfluous. [more inside]
posted by prior on Sep 8, 2008 - 17 answers

How much does my new muscle weigh? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 13, 2008 - 7 answers

This is in regard to Curves Smart equipment, which is now available at some Curves for Women fitness facilities. Does anyone know what exactly the display depicts? Although I've seen pictures of it, which shows "Cardio", "Energy", "Range", and "Reps", I'd like to know what each one is indicating. Also, prior to the installation of the Smart upgrade, the hydraulic resistance was non-adjustable. The only way to get more resistance was to speed up. It appears that the hydraulics are still configured the same. If so, then is it safe to assume that the only way to increase intensity/resistance is to do more reps in the same 30-second time frame? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
posted by Savannah on Jul 21, 2008 - 6 answers

If keeping sweat and hair out of my face while running is my only consideration, would it be better to cut my hair short, or to let it grow out and wear it in a ponytail? [more inside]
posted by Metroid Baby on Jul 9, 2008 - 28 answers

I'm interested in developing my own workouts. I know what to do, but how do I string it all together? [more inside]
posted by rikhei on Jun 23, 2008 - 15 answers

I am an overweight 21 year old woman. I want to join a gym but have a lot of reservations. This question is a lot longer than it probably ought to be. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 10, 2008 - 52 answers

Does anyone know any good upper-body exercises that don't require the use of my hands? [more inside]
posted by EatTheWeak on Jun 6, 2008 - 21 answers

Workout filter; From time to time, I love to do Crossfit.com 's workout of the day. Any other sites or blogs that feature that? I would prefer workout of the days, that focus of building size/mass but any will do for now. thanks :)
posted by boyinmiami on May 27, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm a 35 yr old female, 5'6", 120lbs, in good general shape (walk loads, work out) who has never been able to achieve a single-push up. It's a key move to many of the workouts I want to do, but most strength-building programs assume that even the weakest can do at least one. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by geekgirl397 on Apr 27, 2008 - 32 answers

Please help me be a superhero to my wife, who is in need of some specific music. [more inside]
posted by repoman on Mar 12, 2008 - 35 answers

I have a computer (macbook pro) next to my treadmill. Please suggest some casual games I could play while exercising. [more inside]
posted by mmoncur on Feb 19, 2008 - 9 answers

After heading for the gym, I only manage to get a few hours of sleep. [more inside]
posted by Sharcho on Feb 18, 2008 - 18 answers

I've never set foot in a gym or done any kind of non-phys-ed exercise... so how do I take advantage of my school's free gym? [more inside]
posted by showbiz_liz on Dec 16, 2007 - 15 answers

How do you make a home-based workout work for you? [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur on Nov 15, 2007 - 20 answers

Is there anything wrong with splitting one particular workout set over a few hours? For instance. If I was looking to do 3 sets of 15, benchpressing. Would there be any downside to doing the first 2 sets at 10 am, and the last set sometime later, like maybe 1-2 pm? [more inside]
posted by aleahey on Nov 11, 2007 - 9 answers

I planned to ask about finding low-cost help for depression. But I'm asking about joint pain instead. [more inside]
posted by EatTheWeak on Oct 28, 2007 - 23 answers

I get into a really crappy mood after lifting weights, and I'd like it to stop. [more inside]
posted by JohnFredra on Oct 27, 2007 - 12 answers

Where can I go for a good workout in the San Fernando Valley? [more inside]
posted by fishmasta on Sep 15, 2007 - 1 answer

Sore muscles. Should I work out anyway? [more inside]
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér on Aug 14, 2007 - 15 answers

Help me design a good home push-pull workout with minimal equipment. Goals: Mass and definition [more inside]
posted by sirion on Aug 8, 2007 - 8 answers

Workout Filter: I've hit the end of my 8 week cycle. Help me layout a new routine. The gym trainer gave me one, but I'm looking for second opinions/other ideas. (More inside) [more inside]
posted by damiano99 on May 30, 2007 - 3 answers

While I'm still super enthusiastic about exercise, both my motivation and fitness level have plateaued. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by 2or3whiskeysodas on May 29, 2007 - 9 answers

Is there anything I can take up as a hobby which will earn me money while getting fit? [more inside]
posted by refactored on Apr 16, 2007 - 22 answers

What would Batman's daily workout be? [more inside]
posted by eswusp86 on Apr 10, 2007 - 25 answers

On AskMe's advice I bought a set of adjustable dumbbells and a bench. Now I need the hive mind's help to design a workout plan. [more inside]
posted by unSane on Apr 5, 2007 - 9 answers

Why is exercise making me feel depressed? All I read and hear is that exercise goes a long way toward alleviating depression and making one feel better. All it has done for me lately is cause mini-panic attacks in the gym, make me feel like a failure and cause me to feel depressed for hours after I work out. I am just able to get over myself for the next day just to have it all happen over again as I somehow force myself back into the gym. [more inside]
posted by playmobil on Mar 28, 2007 - 41 answers

I prefer to do my fairly intense 20 min. workout first thing in the morning before I eat...else I never get it done. If I eat, then I have to wait before working out, then I get distracted, start drinking caffeine, etc. Working out in the evening doesn't really work. I work evenings and my family and I have dinner together before I leave for work. Before dinner, I'm busy doing activities with my children (my wife and I homeschool). My question is this: Is it OK to workout (lift weights, run sprints) before I eat? If I must eat first, how long must I wait before working out? How soon after taking caffeine can I workout?
posted by keith0718 on Mar 15, 2007 - 29 answers

Can anyone offer advice for going back to the gym after a back injury and six months of downtime? [more inside]
posted by stavrosthewonderchicken on Mar 11, 2007 - 15 answers

Is walking at your normal walking rate, but increasing the distance you walk, sufficient enough to be considered exercise? Can anyone recommend exercises for people who are very underconditioned and extremely obese, but not in poor cardiac health? And, finally, is there a medical professional who is the equivalent of a gym's personal trainer? (More inside.) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 2, 2007 - 38 answers

How can I work out in the morning without being wrecked for the rest of the day? [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone on Oct 30, 2006 - 16 answers

Ok, I know 50 million mefis have asked these kinds of questions before, but I swear this is different. I have a new workout plan and simply need somebody to validate the plan. Good idea, bad idea, whatever. [more inside]
posted by damiano99 on Jul 12, 2006 - 18 answers

Does anyone have a video recommendation to dance my way to skinny? [more inside]
posted by Foam Pants on Jun 30, 2006 - 21 answers