I'm interested in developing my own workouts. I know what to do, but how do I string it all together? [more inside]
posted on Jun 23, 2008 - 15 answers
I used to be obese. I have lost about 80 pounds out of my goal of 100 lost, and am struggling to lose the rest. My body, even though I am in my mid 20s, is now a complete mess. I am covered in stretch marks from head to toe. I’m hardly exaggerating. They start at my shoulders and don’t let up until my calves. I have big hanging flaps of skin and fat under my arms. Some bits of stretch marks and loose skin on my tummy, hips, thighs, and rear. I look like I had a baby or four. My breasts sag and are also covered in stretch marks. I’m aware that I’ll likely only ever look normal by plastic surgery, but what I am looking for is how to improve my body as much as I can through accessible methods until I can begin to afford surgery (or better, avoid it). I’ve tried searching Google and here, but I can’t seem to find the right information. Lots of questions/background inside. [more inside]
posted on Jun 12, 2008 - 34 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 on Apr 27, 2008 - 32 answers
What should i consume immediately after a work-out ? If i'm not a fan of powdered protein ? [more inside]
posted on Jan 25, 2008 - 28 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 on Dec 16, 2007 - 15 answers
How do you make a home-based workout work for you? [more inside]
posted on Nov 15, 2007 - 20 answers 
I'm (stupidly) starting playing ice hockey after 20 years off the ice (I'm 33). After the first game last weekend, I'm apparently in far worse shape than I thought -- and need some ideas for new workouts to get my game on. [more inside]
posted on Oct 18, 2007 - 13 answers
Help me design a good home push-pull workout with minimal equipment. Goals: Mass and definition [more inside]
posted on Aug 8, 2007 - 8 answers
Criticize my gym regime! [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2007 - 24 answers
While I'm still super enthusiastic about exercise, both my motivation and fitness level have plateaued. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted on May 29, 2007 - 9 answers
Bodybuilding and Weight-losing filter: I’m planning to lose some weight around the hips, and at the same time work on my upperbody. The only catch is that I can’t afford to go to the gym right now, and was wondering if there are any exercises that I can do at home. [more inside]
posted on Apr 23, 2007 - 19 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 on Apr 5, 2007 - 9 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 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 on Mar 11, 2007 - 15 answers
The B-Boy workout: How are B-Boys able to build such strength in proportion to their own bodyweight? Traditional bodybuilding should be able to help, but are there certain exercises that allow for people to control and distort their bodyweight in the way B-Boys do? [more inside]
posted on Jan 26, 2007 - 25 answers
Next month I'll be ready to take on the gym again. What gym (in Chicago) might be best for me? [more inside]
posted on Jan 5, 2007 - 6 answers
I want to expand my in-home workout routine. [more inside]
posted on Mar 30, 2006 - 14 answers
Are Precor EFX Machines really as effective as the calorie readout tells me? [more inside]
posted on Feb 17, 2006 - 6 answers
What qualifications should I look for in a personal trainer? What do the ACE certifications actually mean? I'd like to hire a trainer for a few sessions, but I really don't want to hurt myself or hire a nut. Please help me sort through the options! [more inside]
posted on Feb 12, 2006 - 4 answers
What is wrong with my arm? [more inside]
posted on Jan 13, 2006 - 21 answers
I want to get buff. At home. [more inside]
posted on Nov 14, 2005 - 25 answers
What's the best calorie-burning swim workout? Is the best muscle-building workout the same or different? [more inside]
posted on Aug 9, 2005 - 13 answers
I'm looking for a small and durable workout journal. [more inside]
posted on Jul 21, 2005 - 7 answers
How much should I increase my workout weight when lowering rep ranges? [more inside]
posted on Jun 24, 2005 - 11 answers
Treadmill recommendations? My requirements: reliability, ~$1k, distance and rate display. Don't necessarily need: fans, built-in programs, elevation, pulse rate monitors, etc.
posted on Jul 28, 2004 - 6 answers
