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If you're stuck for circuit exercises or fancy something random I use an app like Pump up (there are tons more like it Sworkit, Jefit etc) they will help you build a circuit easily based on your workout goal (cardio, strength etc), time you want to train for, the equipment you want to use (dumbells, kettles, bands,…

Congrats on the PR. I find that good tunes really get me going faster on runs too. Towards the end of a run when I'm tiring I find the right song can give me a great boost.

Mr Picklesworth, you run a 6 minute mile but can only manage one of them? Are you sure you're not thinking of KM instead? If it is 6 mins per mile then that's a very good pace so no wonder you can only endure one mile, I'd suggest slowing it down and you'll be able to go much further.

I always try and do a decent workout before going drinking to get a few calories in the bank. OK it probably doesn't cover all the calories that I'll be drinking but it makes me feel a lot better about it! If you can handle it, the morning after is also a good time to get a workout in, I find it blows away the cobwebs and…

I've got the Garmin fenix 2 and its pretty good, suits my needs and probably going cheap now that the 3 is out. HRM is pretty accurate and also counts calories (approx obviously), VO2 max, recovery etc. Has modes for running, cycling, mountaineering, skiing etc etc etc! Its waterproof but not sure about the chest strap.

200 calories isn't a lot of breakfast! If I'm looking to keep it low and grab something on the go then a quest protein bar at 190 keeps me full for longest or a protein shake. 200 calories of carbs like cereal or oats would leave me hungry and I'd be eating my own leg within the hour.

Maybe try getting some resistance bands? There are multiple exercises that you can use them for. Get a couple with varying resistance and you can use them for hundreds of exercises and can be doubled up etc to increase resistance for specific exercises. They are very small and don't weigh much at all.

Do you/did you get any kind of induction when you joined the gym? These sessions can be useful to get a basic idea of what there is in there and how to use it, though I agree with Brian above that a couple of sessions with a trainer would be useful for setting down some training goals and learn to use some of the equipment…

I know guys at work that go to the gym every day. They are not looking to lose weight or get big. But they do drink heavily and smoke so want to couterbalance these things as best they can. I suppose this helps them 'maintain' And there are plenty of guys in the gym who have not progressed in years, but then they do very…

I've got a pair of these Sony NWZ-W273S, they are not bluetooth but have a 4gb MP3 built in. Just drag in the songs and playlists on your pc and away you go. They are totally waterproof (can be used for swimming) and don't come out, they have a few sizes of bud to suit all ears. Only cost about £40 or dollar equivalent.…

If you reckon you're safe with deadlifts then you'd better make sure your form is spot on, because if it isn't it is one of the riskiest in terms of causing back issues.

I literally just came back from seeing a neurosurgeon about the exact same problem, but I have herniated discs in Lumbar as well as neck, both historical I believe. I posted a similar question a few minutes ago! He said to avoid any exercises which put pressure through the spine (i.e. downwards pressure from top to…

I'm in for 100km

I always find a good hot curry or other spicy food does wonders! :D

I run in the heat but I tend to stick to the seafront as long as possible for the sea breeze. The only time I get is early evening after work 6ish so still warm but cooling from the heat of the day.

You're never going to get it 100% accurate but try to weigh yourself on the same scale every time and on the same day every week and at the same time of day and wearing the same clothes (avoid heavy clothing or shoes). I usually go for Tuesday then my body has had time to get back to normal after the weekend and I'd do it…

Failed miserably in April due to a holiday followed by illness but I'm going for 100km in May

When I work out in the home gym I always work the punchbag for 20 minutes after doing weights, a few basic punch/kick combos and a bit of general smashing it. I switch betwen high tempo and hard hitting. It's a great cardio boost as it gets my heart rate right up and burns more calories (according to my Garmin HRM) than…

I normally log mixed PT sessions as circuit training, general as that is essentially what I am doing.

I'm a moderate over pronator and find that Asics suit me best (Kayano Gel range). I do a mix of treadmill, road, off road and find that they feel ok and don't lose grip on any. I have tried off the shelf Nike and Adidas and both felt horrible. I also tried Brooks range for over-pronators but switched back to Asics pretty…

I'm in for 100km