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NSV - not recognized
I am a teacher, and we had Field Day last week. I was taking my kids around to the various events, and said hello to one of the parent volunteers (I have had both his kids in my class). He didn't recognize me! He had to look at my badge to figure out who I was. He said, "Wow, you've lost weight." Then he sort of ruined it…
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Assisted pull up - grip?
I recently started doing assisted pull ups on the machine with the goal of eventually doing unassisted pull-ups. My question is about the grip to use - should the thumb be over or under the bar? Does it matter? It seems like the videos mostly show the thumb over the bar in line with the fingers, but having the thumb under…
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Dare I ask...machines at gym
I realize from reading this forum that many people here are proponents of heavy lifting using free weights. But can someone explain what is wrong with the weight machines at the gym? I do cardio on the treadmill and then the weight machines 3 times a week and elliptical at home twice a week. I do use dumbbells for some…
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Finding a personal trainer
I'm thinking about doing a few sessions with a personal trainer to get started with lifting free weights. I currently do cardio 5 times a week and weight training (machines) 3 times a week. Although I'm comfortable in the gym, I'm a bit intimidated by the free weight section. I do use dumbbells for my arms at home, too,…
