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Pilates - benefits outside of doing Pilates workout
I have recently trialled reformer Pilates as I possible addition to my existing fitness regime. The first couple of workout I have found really tough even with a good pre-existing fitness level. The studio hype is that it will transform my core strength and “tone” and lengthen my muscles. The last one is clearly lies so I…
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Pilates - benefits outside of doing Pilates workout
I have recently trialled reformer Pilates as I possible addition to my existing fitness regime. The first couple of workout I have found really tough even with a good pre-existing fitness level. The studio hype is that it will transform my core strength and “tone” and lengthen my muscles. The last one is clearly lies so I…
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Handstand Challenge
If you have never done one - now is a great time to get started. If you can already do one - now is a great time to refine you skills, or work on your press handstand. As much as handstand is a skill the best way to improve it is daily practice. So it would be great to have people join in. Below are some links to resources…
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2021 Handstand Challenge - or just January if a year is too daunting
Hello fellow handbalancers - and wannabe handbalancers. I confess i already am a huge fan of handstands but l lost my upsidedown ways in 2020 and my handstand practice has stagnated. I want to get back to a regular practice and pin down some elusive goals of the 1 minute hold and hopefully a press handstand (Note i…
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Anyone need a funny, fitness obsessed friend to make your news feed entertaining?
Well so do i Losing weight and getting fit can get kind of of dull after a while but consistency equals success and having a good news feed to read when bored or demotivated can keep you motivated to keep logging in I can offer that so if that appeals to you -send me a friend request. If you can offer the same in return…
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Looking for some Aerialist/Acrobatic/Calisthenic type friends
Hello fit people I was wondering if there are any circus/aerialist people hanging out on the MFP forums. I am always in need of more motivation to keep up the training when progress is so slow, so would love more like minded friends who understand man hands, bruises in dubious areas and being obsessed with being…
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How to manage callouses on hands?
I have some hardcore callouses on my hands at the moment which look very ugly indeed. As much as I would like to moisturise them into oblivion, i try to avoid any type of lotion as it stays around for to long and makes grip too slippery. Possibly ideal in certain situations but not on a barbell or hanging on to a trapeze..…
