Today, I tried to get back into the swing of working out with the
NYTimes seven minute workout. I made it until about Step 8 before I got light-headed and had to stop. I know I'm out of shape, but why did this workout zap me so badly, and what can I do to fix this?
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posted by SNWidget
on Jun 11, 2013 -
25 answers
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
I need some ideas that are dead simple and un-screw-up-able for how to balance my cardio program with strength training...at home, without equipment.
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posted by Pomo
on Mar 26, 2013 -
6 answers
I got a bunch of neodymium super-magnets to put up heavy stuff on the side of my refrigerator and hold music to a steel music stand. I made the mistake of ordering the maximum-strength (N50) ones, which are so strong I can't handle them, even in the small size (1/4" x 1/2").
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posted by KRS
on Feb 10, 2013 -
19 answers
I'd like to incorporate HIIT into my workout routine but I would like to focus on my arms, chest and back.
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posted by pintapicasso
on Feb 5, 2013 -
19 answers
Strength trainers/weight-lifters of Metafilter. Could you take a look at my workout and let me know your thoughts? Anything glaringly missing or redundant?
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posted by dontjumplarry
on Nov 9, 2012 -
6 answers
How much would a human have to weigh to be unable to jump (lift both feet off the floor at once at least a couple of inches)?
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posted by crabintheocean
on Oct 3, 2012 -
12 answers
Exercise n00b here. For strength training, is it better to A) work the muscle to exhaustion, or B) work the muscle for a long time? (I have asked my physical therapists and received conflicting answers, hence this question.)
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posted by ook
on Sep 9, 2012 -
11 answers
[KidsSportTraining/StrengtheningFilter]My son has been asked to play "up" an age division in soccer (football). He is excited about this, but a little nervous about some things...
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posted by kuanes
on Aug 20, 2012 -
10 answers
Is there an iOS app that shows the received signal strengths of GLONASS satellites?
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posted by Juffo-Wup
on Jul 16, 2012 -
5 answers
Is it messing up my results to spread a weight lifting session over the course of an evening?
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posted by whoaali
on May 28, 2012 -
10 answers
I have a bad back, which I think arises due to a combination of 1) weak core muscles; 2) extremely tight hamstrings; and 3) bad posture. I would be very grateful for any tips for addressing these issues.
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posted by Admiral Haddock
on Apr 30, 2012 -
27 answers
Help me design a strength-training workout with this Technogym equipment.
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posted by jayder
on Apr 21, 2012 -
5 answers
I'm looking for poetry with a feminist leaning and/or covering a certain set of topics.
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posted by kanata
on Mar 23, 2012 -
30 answers
Bay area lifters, please recommend a gym in Mountain View or Sunnyvale with bumper weights, chalk, quality bars, proper squat racks (power rack with safety pins) and benchpress (with spotter pins).
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posted by rr
on Jan 16, 2012 -
3 answers
Please give me examples of admirably "strong people" who don't fall into the macho, no-feelings, aggressive, angry, callous, dominating, violent archetype, together with what it was about them that made them "strong".
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posted by lifethatihavenotlivedyet
on Dec 12, 2011 -
55 answers
I've been rock climbing for about a year, so I feel this should be obvious by now...but it's not: How do I build calluses/decrease skin sensitivity on the segments of my fingers
other than the tips?
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posted by psoas
on Oct 27, 2011 -
13 answers
Please help me take the next step in my fitness program, and continue the good progress I've made so far. Of course, there are lifestyle, age, money and space limitations so my AskMF and Web searches have not been as successful as you might think. Many details within.
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posted by forthright
on Sep 11, 2011 -
16 answers
I'm starting a barbell program but deadlifts scare the crap out of me. What can I substitute that's safer (or are they absolutely essential)?
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posted by dontjumplarry
on Aug 16, 2011 -
12 answers
Whats the best thing (supplement or otherwise) to give me more power and energy when weightlifting WITHOUT makin me tweak?
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posted by Senor Cardgage
on Jun 9, 2011 -
18 answers
How much do "micro intervals" help with strength training? What can I do to maximize my limited time to lift weights?
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posted by lettuchi
on Apr 7, 2011 -
6 answers
Breaking Strength of Marble. How much weight can a sheet of Tennessee pink marble support? Sheet is 1"x12"x30". It and two others like it will be the base of an octagonal plinth which will support a concrete urn weighing about 200 lbs empty, maybe 400 lbs when planted. Plinth is entirely built of this marble and hollow inside. I am open to suggestions for interior supports, currently thinking of gluing a rod to underside of marble and extending it below ground surface.
posted by fkeese
on May 24, 2010 -
12 answers
I need to deal with intimidation and be intimidating myself. I am, alas, of an accommodating nature. How do I do that?
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posted by anonymous
on May 7, 2010 -
23 answers
I'm experiencing moderate tenderness in my right shoulder from weight lifting. There's clicking and what feels like tendon snapping but no severe or deep pain. Still, I know this is a sign that things could get much worse. What is the right strategy from here on out?
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posted by mizrachi
on Apr 11, 2010 -
9 answers
What are some remedies to help combat getting caught up in a conversation or story emotionally? For example, what might prevent a story-teller from emotional break-down when telling a sappy or heartwarming tale?
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posted by purefusion
on Apr 2, 2010 -
6 answers
For every pound of weight that I can squat, I have X pounds of muscle. What is the value of X?
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posted by Vorteks
on Mar 5, 2010 -
12 answers
I recently bought an Avermedia a327 Mini PCI ATSC (DTV) tuner card which I put in my Dell Vostro 1500. I get horrible signal strength (unwatchable) through the built-in antennas.
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posted by lrodman
on Feb 8, 2010 -
11 answers
Pimp my workout. From Weekend Warrior to all-around Athlete? I want to be in all-around great shape; I want to improve my cardio ability and improve my strength.
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posted by fieldtrip
on Jan 23, 2010 -
19 answers
Is there any reason that barbells would be indispensable from a serious stength-training program? Or are dumbbells just fine?
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posted by Vorteks
on Jul 1, 2009 -
12 answers
With the advent of NASA's return to the moon I have a question of whether or not The Apollo astronauts could have recovered from a less than perfect landing.
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posted by Gungho
on Jun 18, 2009 -
19 answers
