I want to be less flabby. I cannot afford to join a gym or get a personal trainer. Does it sound like strength training will work for me?
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posted by SkylitDrawl
on Jan 19, 2011 -
21 answers
I'm having trouble finding exercises that will work for me in the long term. Perhaps you know someone who has been in a similar situation. Inside:
Health issues and personality to take into account.
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posted by midnightmoonlight
on Dec 30, 2010 -
37 answers
I am looking for a web site or book that someone here can recommend detailing ALL major stretches for the hips and lower body that also shows anatomical diagrams of exactly what is being stretched by the stretches. I have seen some good stuff on the net, but i am looking for a complete list with anatomical diagrams. If it is only hips, thats OK too. Thank You.
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posted by StUdIoGeEk
on Dec 28, 2010 -
5 answers
Can you tell me about your experiences with pilates or yoga in regards to lower back pain? DVD or CD recommendations especially helpful.
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posted by rosethorn
on Oct 26, 2009 -
18 answers
You know that loose-limbed, joints-fully-lubricated feeling you get after a massage or a jacuzzi? I want that feeling
all the time. What's your secret?
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posted by Cool Papa Bell
on Aug 20, 2009 -
20 answers
Has anyone had a good experience with any of the group class instructors at New York Sports Club? I am trying to find a Pilates class there, and most of the instructors don't appear to know what they're doing.
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posted by sidecar144
on Aug 15, 2009 -
1 answer
How do you choose a good pilates studio? I'm a total pilates beginner; what should I be looking for in a studio? Or, if you're in Toronto, do you know a good pilates studio in or near the Annex?
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posted by iona
on Aug 9, 2009 -
5 answers
Tell me about some great yoga or Pilates teachers in DC who work with older students. My mom has chronic pain issues, arthritis and osteoporosis. We would like to work with someone to set up a gentle routine that she can do at home.
posted by freshwater_pr0n
on Nov 8, 2008 -
1 answer
Ladies and Pilates - question about unintended sounds during class. I know it's normal but is there any way to clamp down to quiet down once in a while? This doesn't seem to happen as much during yoga, and it doesn't matter if I've had sex recently or not.
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posted by barometer
on Jan 24, 2008 -
9 answers
Please help me figure out what to do with myself now that I've graduated. I have tons of questions and may be over looking all the obvious answers.
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posted by grablife365
on Jan 10, 2008 -
4 answers
How do I find yoga/pilates classes that will work with a nurse's irregular shift schedule? Also, is yoga/pilates effective for dealing with leg/back pain due to working 12+ hour shifts on one's feet?
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posted by TheyCallItPeace
on Nov 8, 2007 -
7 answers
Looking for a Pilates class in NYC. Want to try the machines, but even a mat-based class that doesn't cost a fortune would be good.
posted by garbo
on Jul 14, 2005 -
4 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.
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posted by Richat
on Apr 29, 2005 -
15 answers
Fitness advice: I'm on a long term weight loss program (~2lbs/week.) 32lbs into it, I'm starting to think that I'd better do more than Dance Dance Revolution if I don't want to become one of those skin-saggy people from Ripley's Believe It Or Not. I'm considering either Tae Bo or Pilates for at-home exercise, and would like testimonials or suggestions for other programs.
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posted by precocious
on Apr 12, 2004 -
21 answers
