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GIRLS - maybe TMI question - gym fatigue and PMS?
Over the last few days I've noticed workouts becoming a LOT harder - my muscles feel tired and it's a real effort putting one step in front of another. I tire faster and feel like I'm working a lot harder for the "usual" amount of exercise. I was wondering if hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle might be affecting…
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Using sauna/steam room to recover after exercise?
My gym has both a sauna and a steam room, and I was wondering how best to incorporate them into my exercise routine to minimise muscle cramps and aid recovery. At the moment whenever I've had a harder-than-normal session (or tried something new), or when I feel like I've "pulled something" I go and spend 15-20 minutes in…
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New from London
Just thought I'd come by here and introduce myself. I joined 3-4 weeks ago and am loving all the tools on the site, as well as all the helpful tips in the forums. GOALS: I am starting at 56 kg and hope to get down to 50 or under... I am 5 foot tall so I have a very small frame. I used to be very slim but I noticed within…
