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Fitness – Chest Stretch for Weight Training Exercises

Written on September 4, 2010 – 1:17 am by Terry

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PBW Fitness & Training: Exercise tube for the Upper Body Vol 1

Written on September 2, 2010 – 10:50 pm by Terry

Welcome to Vol 1 of the PBW Workout Series. This video covers exercises for the upper body using the excercise tube. Make sure you watch volumes 2 thru 4 for the total body workout. Visit www.pbworks.com.au for help and advice. Keep well!

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Water Fitness Training

Written on September 2, 2010 – 3:29 am by Terry

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Question i'm an athlete who trains in the water a lot (water fitness) anybody out there like me ?is it effective?

Best Answer it depends on what "effects" you are looking for. if you are an athlete looking to improve your performance in your sport, then you should train specific to that sport. if you're a basketball player, for example, you may need to get stronger or more explosive. training in the water isn't the optimal way to attain those goals. if you play water polo or swim, then obviously, water training could be very effective. training in the water is great because it is a zero gravity environment and therefore is easier on your joints. water workouts are great for rehab/active recovery or off-season workouts. what's your goal?

Question I-ve not exercised for 2 weeks due to illness-will it effect my fitness abilities as am training for marathon?
had a rash and swelling in my ankles for 2 weeks my doc thinks its water retention. but i haven-t been doing any training, its very frustrating as i had worked really hard to get fit since march. ankles getting better but need to rest them as any walking etc. puffs them up again. ps taking dirurectics now

Best Answer Worryingly fluid retention is not a diagnosis, it is a symptom! Diuretics in the hands of good doctors will only be used for 3 conditions, heart failure, hypertension and ascites due to liver failure. It doesn't sound as if you have any of these. Poorer quality doctors frequently use diuretics for non-specific postural or gravitational oedema of the legs. If there is no underlying cause the correct management for this is only elevation and compression. If diuretics are given, they work initially, then the body's homeostatic mechanisms, which are much cleverer than many doctors, begin to notice that the urine output has increased. 'Hello' it says ' I'm passing to much urine '. The brain then secretes more ADH ( anti diuretic hormone ), and the urine output drops and fluid retention increases. If the doctor is very stupid he gives the patient an additional diuretic tablet to take, the urine output increases and the swelling reduces. The body again notices and more ADH is released and so the cycle continues. Additionally if the patient tries to stop the diuretic, there is a time delay before the body notices, the ADH levels are still high and fluid retention increases ABOVE the pre treatment level! The patient says to themselves thank goodness the doctor gave me water pills without them I would be terrible, and starts them again. In addition diuretics have adverse effects on body electrolytes, especially potassium, this is accentuated by vigorous exercise and may become dangerous. Before I could advise on training I would find out from your doctor what he thinks he is treating!

Question Muscle mass decrease and fat mass increased after going to fitness training?
Hi, Currently I was in fitness training. Before starting my fitness training, i was 76kg 171cm , fat mass 17.4 kg (22.9%) , muscle mass 55.5kg , body water 39.5kg (52%) and my BMR 1671cal. After joining my fitness center and worked on cardio and weight training for two months, again I took the analysis now I weight 73.6kg and my fat mass climbed up to 24.8% and muscle mass went down by 52.5kg ,body water 35.7kg ( 48.5%) and the BMR also came down to 1577kcal. I was totally confused by this result. If i continue with this my muscle mass will come down more .should i stop the training. Pls suggest me. morning : i used to take whole wheat flakes with apple and skimmed milk aftertoon: rice & chicken or fish & vegetables half boiled evening : whole meal bread with tuna and vegetables night : whole meal bread with veges and some times chicken

Best Answer Just out of curiosity, did you get weighed at the same place for both of those?

Question Need advice about fitness training!!!!!!?
I have just started to work out at a gym and am clueless about exercise. I have searched questions on here, but nothing gives me the answer I need. I have about 40 to 50 pounds to lose. I have a healthy diet and am in good health overall. My routine for the last week has been: 30 mins of whole body strengh training on Monday, 30 mins of water aerobics on Weds and 30 mins of step aerobics on Thursday and I do not do strength training again until the following Monday. This feels like it is not enough. Should I do cardio TWICE a day every day? Then just do strengh training twice a week, twice both days? (with a day or two in between to rest my muscles)?? Or just do strenth training one time a day, two days per week? HELP! any help and advice is so very appreciated.

Best Answer you're on the right track,, try adding 30 minutes of cardio ONCE a day every day. and drink lots of water.. dont increase the frequency or intensity of the strength training for a while because you could injure yourself. dont do cardio twice a day yet,, thats very advanced and tears you up. just go for the 30 minutes of cardio every day and eventually bring it up to 45 minutes when you feel up to it. you could conceivably lose 8-10lbs a month if you are consistent and eating right.

Question How much should a person sweat during a running workout? Is alot of sweating an indication of better fitness?
I'm training for the Marine Corp. Marathon and during my training runs my clothes are compeltely soaked with sweat. It's been very hot/humid however I sweat more than my training partners. I'm taking gu shots and drinking lots of water during my training runs. Help me understand any principles on the amt. of sweating that is normal.

Best Answer Some people sweat more than other people do. When hot and humid some do really pour it out. You should be careful about drinking too much water when doing the run. Also do not drink cold or ice water. That will lower the temperature inside and make your body sweat even more. Cool water but not cold with some lemon juice and a little salt works well. Not too much salt just a little. Too much water can cause other problems so find the balance so you do not become dehydrated.

Question PLEASE HELP - PRO'S OR EXPERIENCED FITNESS PEOPLE - RE DIET/TRAINING?
Hey all, Through the summer months I was cycling almost daily & was doing anything between 25 to 50 miles, I wasnt really paying a great deal of attention to my diet & nutritional needs whilst doing this. Now I have started at a gym exactly one month ago today, I have also quit smoking which has been for a month as well. I am feeling fitter & healthier as to be expected & its something I enjoy & dont see my training time as a chore. I do try to train hard & push myself each time I go. But out of interest I would like some advice, opinions, tips on things that will help me out, so serious answers would be appreciated. Or if anyone has followed a similar routine/plan and found it worked, didnt work, discovered something better etc. So heres my plan & diet: Monday: Rest Day (find thats best, as I have more time to train on the weekends haha) Tues, Wed: Treadmill or static bike 40 mins - 1hr cardio approx, followed by various resistance or free weights for about 1hr (3 x 12 reps @ various weights, pushing & burning on the last reps) Thurs: Rest Day Fri, Sat, Sun: 1h - 1hr 30 cardio (mixture of cross trainer/bike/stepper/treadmill). Followed by 1hr free weights/ resistance. In addition Im now eating much better I think, Typically my diet consists: Breakfast: Porridge or shredded wheat with either Banana or strawberries. Mid morning: Wholegrain sandwich with just one filling (turkey, ham, cheese & salad), No sauces or dressings etc & a piece of fruit Dinner: Wholegrain Sandwich, packet of crisps, piece of fruit cereal bar. Evening meal (after workout): Normally have a tin of tuna as soon as I get in from my workout. Then I will cook something like poached eggs on wholegrain bread with baked beans or piece of lean steak with steamed vegetables or chicken stir fry in black bean sauce (you get the idea lol). Followed by, piece of fruit/ low fat yogurt Snack: piece of fruit/ rice cake I try to stick to that diet rigidly through the week & drink only black coffee (2 cups) and water (5 pints) & do not touch alcholol. However, on a weekend I will have one day were I will treat myself to what I want, so I may get a takeway (pizza,chinese,indian) and have maybe 8 bottles of beer (dont we all deserve that??????). Oh in addition, I work in a job that keeps me on my feet all day long & it involves me lifting, pushing, pulling heavy gear about & I also walk about 1.5 to 2 miles whilst at work daily Sorry its all a bit long winded, but I'd appreciate any advice you could give. Im mainly looking to tone & develop lean muscle, wouldnt want to be too big, prefer the athletic look personally. Thanks again for your help http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2592/4117336217_04d604685b.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2695/4118106040_e352596cdc.jpg In addition i would be interested in finding out how long it would take for definitition to develop & body fat decrease? Although I realise that this fitness malarkey is a marathon & not a sprint

Best Answer Hello mate. I think you should take another days rest cut down the gym work from 5 days to 4 and reduce cardio from 1hr-1.5hrs to 40 mins per day at most. Focus on strength training and with your excellent diet and good amount of exercise you will lose body fat without exhausting yourself with too much cardio and will have much more energy to lift the big weights to build lean muscle. Of course once you have reached your desired level of muscularity you could focus more on the cardio. Also make sure you have adequate rest inbetween sets when doing weight training- 30 sec-1m 30 secs depending on whether you are focusing on toning or building lean muscle. I reccommend doing the heavy weight strength training first to build up lean muscle then do the toning after to achieve a more athletic physique

Question How can I get in shape for upcoming swim season in March?
I just got a 24 Hour Fitness membership and I'm really out of shape compared to what I used to be able to do. I can't do more than 15 minutes of cardio at a time without getting really out of breath and my arms are noodles. There is a pool but I would also like to focus on out of the water training, like ways to increase endurance and strength so I'll be fit when swim rolls around. Anyone know anything I can do? Any help will be appreciated.

Best Answer - start with 15 mins, but do it 3 times a day. 45 mins of cardio a day, and HEALTHY eating - no junk or deep fried - will do the trick just fine.

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In 1914, Speedo was founded in Australia by Alexander MacRae, a 22-year-old Scottish immigrant who arrived in the country in 1910. The company began when MacRae Hosiery manufacturers, established by Alexander in 1914, extended the manufacture of underwear to swimwear and became MacRae Knitting Mills. A naming competition was held by the staff in 1928 and won by a Captain Parsonson, who coined the slogan, "Speed on in your Speedos." In 1929, the first swimsuits were in production and it didn't take long for Speedo to successfully establish itself. World War II caused the brand turn over 90% of it's manufacturing to war production, providing the armed services with vital equipment such as mosquito nets. After the war, Speedo opened a new factory and was able to re-establish itself, due to increased demand for swimsuits. In 1951, Speedo Knitting Mills (Holdings) Ltd, was incorporated and became a publicly traded company on the Sydney Stock exchange.

Speedo hit the international stage in earnest, at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games, and a few years later the brand grew on a more global scale. Export sales to the USA began and an international division was set up to monitor trade in New Zealand, Japan and South Africa. The expansion of the brand continued, and in 1976, Speedo was appointed as the official swimwear for the 1976 Montreal Olympics, where 52 out of 54 countries wore their swimsuits.

Speedo continues to make its mark in the pool and on the beach today. Many world class athletes who wear Speedo include U.S. phenomenon Michael Phelps, legendary Australian swimmer Grant Hackett, world record holder Kosuke Kitajima from Japan, and Holland's Inge de Bruijn.

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