Any downside to a combination cardio and strength workout? I have started doing combination cardio-strength workouts at my gym. A typical workout goes like this: 10-15 minutes on the treadmill, then I immediately do strength exercises, with no downtime between sets. For example, I’ll do a set of pull-ups, then straight to a set of chest fly on a machine, then a set of dips, then a set of ab crunches, then a set of shoulder presses on a machine, then back to the pull-ups, and the cycle repeats (though I often mix up the order depending on the availability of machines, and my mood).
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posted by Mechitar
on Apr 25, 2013 -
7 answers
Can anyone recommend resources for designing a fitness room for a public safety building?
Including:
blueprints for room dimensions
equipment recommendation
anything else I can't think of?
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posted by maleru
on Apr 12, 2013 -
4 answers
There is a steam room at my gym and I am considering putting it to use. Please tell me as much as you can because I have no fregging clue what I am supposed to be using it for or what I am supposed to do while I steam.
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posted by PuppetMcSockerson
on Mar 14, 2013 -
27 answers
I've been working out for about two months with a personal trainer. She started off having me do full body workouts that I quite enjoyed - they were sort of boot camp style, in that it was a combination of strength and cardio (ie. lots of burpees and mountain climbers and planks, mixed in with compound strength bearing exercises.) Much to my surprise i have gotten much fitter than I've ever been before, pretty quickly. Now my trainer is transitioning me to workouts that alternate upper body and lower body each day, with more of a focus on strength vs cardio. Is this better?
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posted by Kololo
on Mar 9, 2013 -
6 answers
I've been thinking of joining a gym for the first time in my life, primarily because I live alone and work from home and it would be good for me to have a place to go to be around other people once a day. So, I am looking for a gym to join. I just checked out the one nearest me tonight but was discouraged by the fact that the facilities seemed dirty and smelly and crowded. Buffed Toronto Mefites, what gyms can you recommend for someone who lives in west end Toronto (between Lansdowne and Dundas West subway stations), and wants a convenient, clean, and inexpensive gym to join? I'd like to do weights and the occasional exercise class in whatever (pilates, yoga, or kickboxing are all fine). I'd love to be able to swim too, but realize that isn't compatible with inexpensive.
posted by orange swan
on Mar 5, 2013 -
6 answers
I recently started going to the gym in the mornings before work. Looking for a convenient shower bag/caddy to help.
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posted by dbirchum
on Feb 19, 2013 -
10 answers
East London filter: who makes backpacks practical enough for the gym but cool enough for a Hackney bar? Fjallraven is the obvious answer but literally everyone I know has one and it's getting out of hand.
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posted by citands
on Feb 9, 2013 -
13 answers
I am new to both New York City AND gym membership. Can you recommend a gym? I'm particularly looking for one that doesn't require a year-long contract.
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posted by unannihilated
on Feb 6, 2013 -
9 answers
My gym is lying about the temperature of the pool. The manager is consistently unavailable. I'm tired of being lied to / being given the run around. How can I escalate this?
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posted by OsoMeaty
on Feb 6, 2013 -
17 answers
I'm the program developer at a gymnastics club, and my latest assignment has be wracking my brain. We have outside daycare groups come and visit us once a week for around an hour, and my boss wants us to add on an additional activity to make us a more appealing choice. Help?
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posted by hasna
on Jan 29, 2013 -
19 answers
I have no idea how to begin using a gym! I don't have any personal trainers or anything to help me! Help!
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posted by Peregrin5
on Jan 14, 2013 -
13 answers
Mr. Lasamana and I have a teenage son who likes to work out. The problem? Son 16 yrs doesn’t like to shower afterwards - eewww.
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posted by lasamana
on Dec 11, 2012 -
36 answers
Why strength training, and what to do? I've been taking advantage of my free gym membership a lot more lately and I see people lifting weights a lot. I do the elliptical and the "Nautilus"-type machines, but I've gotten the impression that the barbell-style stuff is better for me. Is this true, and if so, how do I go about this?
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posted by supercoollady
on Nov 22, 2012 -
15 answers
What kind of doc or therapist should I seek about my weightlifting lower back injury?
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posted by mnemonic
on Nov 15, 2012 -
12 answers
Living in Shinjuku, Japan. I have been rather stressed lately due to a variety of factors. Please help me find both exercise locations (cheap gyms, jogging routes) and inexpensive (but decent) counseling/therapy around the Shinjuku, Japan area.
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posted by Kamelot123
on Oct 23, 2012 -
8 answers
I've never eaten too healthy in my life. I feel like it's taking a toll on my body and my mood at a relatively young age. More details inside. (long and some things about my past)
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posted by Autumn89
on Oct 22, 2012 -
28 answers
I'm making good weight-loss progress with
The Hacker's Diet. Now, I'd like to add in exercise to build and tone muscle. I'm active and decent shape already, but don't do any weights. Is there anything as down-to-earth and straightforward as The Hacker's Diet for this?
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posted by SampleSize
on Sep 22, 2012 -
12 answers
Where is the best gym on the Las Vegas strip to run 18 miles on the treadmill?
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posted by 26.2
on Sep 15, 2012 -
3 answers
I need tips on bodybuilding(specifically bulking up) while going to college full time and working part time. I live on my own and have no cooking experience.
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posted by Parh6512
on Sep 6, 2012 -
7 answers
How can I regain my motivation for weightlifting, when it feels like I am going in circles?
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posted by lollusc
on Aug 11, 2012 -
13 answers
I have literally (yes, literally) never stepped foot in a paid gym in my life. I'm a 27-year-old male, who (despite being almost rail-thin) is only "in shape" enough to bike-sprint the 1.7 miles to work, then back in the evening. It's time to change that, so I signed up for the small, limited (cheap!) gym on campus. Other than "get the professional help of a personal trainer", what should I do there?
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posted by supercres
on Aug 10, 2012 -
13 answers
What headphones should I buy for running and the gym? Wish list: Sounds better, and doesn't fall out as easily as the Apple earbuds; lets more ambient sound through than those in-ear headphones with silicone tips; includes an inline microphone and controls that actually work with an Android phone.
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posted by schmod
on Jul 16, 2012 -
10 answers
Need a suggestion on a protein supplement that tastes good, has the right ingredients, and doesn't cost more than a new car. Complication: I need it to be in packets.
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posted by Thistledown
on Jul 5, 2012 -
3 answers
So, I've been really loving spin class lately. However, the timings at my gym are such that I can only go 2 times a week. I'd like to spin 3-4x a week. Can you recommend any audio workouts (podcasts, etc) that simulate a spin class experience?
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posted by bluefly
on Jun 29, 2012 -
3 answers
You were bullied as a child, especially in gym class. You protected yourself from the mocking by being invisible and dropping those classes as soon as possible. You were embarrassed and afraid if people noticed the way you run or move. You didn't learn to dance because of this shame. As an adult, you have gotten over this fear/shame and have become physically fit and strong. How?
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posted by sadmadglad
on Jun 9, 2012 -
37 answers
Tell me what I need to know about getting a personal trainer: common practices, pitfalls, pricing, etc.
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posted by andrewesque
on Jun 3, 2012 -
5 answers
I would like a very small gym bag, ideally no larger than a backpack, but it must have two separate compartments (where you put the gym clothes after the work out). Cross contamination = ew. Any tips?
posted by xmutex
on May 14, 2012 -
13 answers
So I'm getting old and finally joined a gym. Now I need suggestions for some workouts and maybe an android ap for tracking said workouts.
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posted by Uncle
on Apr 18, 2012 -
7 answers
I am a chubby (5'6", sz 14-16), out-of-shape lady living in thin-and-super-fit New York City. I want to lose weight and get back in shape, and I would like to do that by going to exercise classes — zumba, yoga, spinning, pilates, boxing, whatever — but I don't want to go to a class that's going to make me feel like crap about my weight.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 11, 2012 -
40 answers
Please recommend a good gym in London. Preferably West London near-ish Heathrow airport but will travel for up to 20 minutes on the train.
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posted by KimikoPi
on Apr 8, 2012 -
2 answers
I'm a 24 year old guy who's very skinny and has never really worked out. However, by virtue of sitting behind a desk every day for the last couple years, I've developed some stomach flab. Besides that, though, still skinny as can be.
I want to join a gym to accomplish a few things:
- lose the stomach flab
- get slightly bigger / more muscular elsewhere (tough since I'm so skinny…main area I'd like to improve are my arms)
- get some stamina
From what I know, the stamina part will come through cardio, but that'll burn a lot of calories and go against the whole 'getting bigger' idea. Would love for those with knowledge or experience to give me some ideas of what to do…machines to use, exercises to try, etc.
Thanks.
posted by anonymous
on Feb 2, 2012 -
26 answers
Fun PE Games for middle school kids? (Stuff you can play in a gym with 30 kids and fairly good ball/mat/whatever resources)
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posted by sdis
on Jan 17, 2012 -
13 answers
