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"So two months ago I joined my gym. The anxiety levels through the roof gymtimidation is a real thing! I conquered my fear and now I absolutely love going. So I'm sure there's lot's of Fabbers here considering fitness as a New years resolutions. So I thought I'd start a positive thread to encourage other's who might be starting a fitness journey or even considering it. My biggest tips would be start now even if it's some gentle exercises at home or walking. A killer set list or a great podcast motivates me so much to go. I'm totally having a bop in the gym between sets to 90s classics! So I'd love to hear other people's advice and tips " I'm with you all the way on tis one Rosy, need to tone up a little get outa this Rut,less work n more me time. New year new me. | |||
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"So two months ago I joined my gym. The anxiety levels through the roof gymtimidation is a real thing! I conquered my fear and now I absolutely love going. So I'm sure there's lot's of Fabbers here considering fitness as a New years resolutions. So I thought I'd start a positive thread to encourage other's who might be starting a fitness journey or even considering it. My biggest tips would be start now even if it's some gentle exercises at home or walking. A killer set list or a great podcast motivates me so much to go. I'm totally having a bop in the gym between sets to 90s classics! So I'd love to hear other people's advice and tips " Still going through my journey!! 3 years and 6 stone down!! My advice is start small and keep it consistent. Build habits and don't be so down on yourself if you slip. Get back on it. | |||
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"Rosy you don't need no gym you've a gorgeous body embrace our curves, I got a mesg yest asking was I pregnant my boobs looked full of milk, I showed fab friends his mesg .. pregnant at my age .. and not riding . It would be a miracle lol "You sure get some lovely suitors and you're right, if I could Rosys newest photo 30 times, I would  | |||
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I agree, start now, don't wait until January. Get comfortable with the gym or with classes now so you can hit the ground running in January.
Also, join a class, it's much more fun than the gym and you can be accountable to each other.
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"Rosy you don't need no gym you've a gorgeous body embrace our curves, I got a mesg yest asking was I pregnant my boobs looked full of milk, I showed fab friends his mesg .. pregnant at my age .. and not riding . It would be a miracle lol "Ah thanks lovely lady I absolutely love having curves and a fat arse. But I joined gym not for weight loss but to improve strength and feeling great because I can lift heavier every as weeks progress | |||
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"Rosy you don't need no gym you've a gorgeous body embrace our curves, I got a mesg yest asking was I pregnant my boobs looked full of milk, I showed fab friends his mesg .. pregnant at my age .. and not riding . It would be a miracle lol
Ah thanks lovely lady I absolutely love having curves and a fat arse. But I joined gym not for weight loss but to improve strength and feeling great because I can lift heavier every as weeks progress "If your ever in portlaoise give us a shout love a chat tea n choc hob knobs | |||
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"So two months ago I joined my gym. The anxiety levels through the roof gymtimidation is a real thing! I conquered my fear and now I absolutely love going. So I'm sure there's lot's of Fabbers here considering fitness as a New years resolutions. So I thought I'd start a positive thread to encourage other's who might be starting a fitness journey or even considering it. My biggest tips would be start now even if it's some gentle exercises at home or walking. A killer set list or a great podcast motivates me so much to go. I'm totally having a bop in the gym between sets to 90s classics! So I'd love to hear other people's advice and tips "  
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Most try to get back into gym again meself. Highly unlikely to be before the New Year, sadly. Need to do it, to keep the weight off, going forward. Aswell as preventing a knee replacement happening sooner, than I want it too.  
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"Rosy you don't need no gym you've a gorgeous body embrace our curves, I got a mesg yest asking was I pregnant my boobs looked full of milk, I showed fab friends his mesg .. pregnant at my age .. and not riding . It would be a miracle lol
Ah thanks lovely lady I absolutely love having curves and a fat arse. But I joined gym not for weight loss but to improve strength and feeling great because I can lift heavier every as weeks progress "It’s a powerlifting training cycle you will require. You’ll plateau about 1 year in. Enjoy the journey till then and revert back if you need some assistance. | |||
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"So two months ago I joined my gym. The anxiety levels through the roof gymtimidation is a real thing! I conquered my fear and now I absolutely love going. So I'm sure there's lot's of Fabbers here considering fitness as a New years resolutions. So I thought I'd start a positive thread to encourage other's who might be starting a fitness journey or even considering it. My biggest tips would be start now even if it's some gentle exercises at home or walking. A killer set list or a great podcast motivates me so much to go. I'm totally having a bop in the gym between sets to 90s classics! So I'd love to hear other people's advice and tips
Good for you Rosy.
Most try to get back into gym again meself. Highly unlikely to be before the New Year, sadly. Need to do it, to keep the weight off, going forward. Aswell as preventing a knee replacement happening sooner, than I want it too.
Beside's the Ladies always like a guy that's fit & ripped. "Good luck you totally got this | |||
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"So two months ago I joined my gym. The anxiety levels through the roof gymtimidation is a real thing! I conquered my fear and now I absolutely love going. So I'm sure there's lot's of Fabbers here considering fitness as a New years resolutions. So I thought I'd start a positive thread to encourage other's who might be starting a fitness journey or even considering it. My biggest tips would be start now even if it's some gentle exercises at home or walking. A killer set list or a great podcast motivates me so much to go. I'm totally having a bop in the gym between sets to 90s classics! So I'd love to hear other people's advice and tips
Good for you Rosy.
Most try to get back into gym again meself. Highly unlikely to be before the New Year, sadly. Need to do it, to keep the weight off, going forward. Aswell as preventing a knee replacement happening sooner, than I want it too.
Beside's the Ladies always like a guy that's fit & ripped.
Good luck you totally got this"Thanks Rosy.
I don't know about that,  , time will tell in the end.
You got it aswell & better than me.
(For anybody else, that's thinking of improving themselves. On the healthy front, side of thing's. Take a few pictures of yourself at the beginning of your journey, during it & at the end(if there's an end, for you). For yourself to see, how far you've come in your journey. YOU'VE GOT THIS. | |||
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"Rosy you don't need no gym you've a gorgeous body embrace our curves, I got a mesg yest asking was I pregnant my boobs looked full of milk, I showed fab friends his mesg .. pregnant at my age .. and not riding . It would be a miracle lol "What an ignorant pr&$k whoever it was that sent that, also you should definitely be riding more | |||
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"Anybody who’s thinking of joining a gym do it you’re gonna be nervous that’s natural. Concentrate on yourself don’t be minding people around you . Put the headphones on music up & enjoy .. Top tip to anyone avoid personal trainers they’re only interested in making money & normally set you up to fail by having you doing exercises that are not going to benefit you at all example crunches if you’re a bit overweight in the belly area this is one exercise that’s of no benefit at all … good luck " Abdominal exercises help to tone and strengthen the core, regardless of the weight carried around the belly area . Crunches in themselves won't make belly fat disappear miraculously. Any personal trainer will be able to tell you that and how to best incorporate crunches or other abdominal exercises into a workout.
Why paint an entire profession with one brush? Most people have to work to earn a living. It doesn't mean they don't have their clients best interest at heart!
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"So two months ago I joined my gym. The anxiety levels through the roof gymtimidation is a real thing! I conquered my fear and now I absolutely love going. So I'm sure there's lot's of Fabbers here considering fitness as a New years resolutions. So I thought I'd start a positive thread to encourage other's who might be starting a fitness journey or even considering it. My biggest tips would be start now even if it's some gentle exercises at home or walking. A killer set list or a great podcast motivates me so much to go. I'm totally having a bop in the gym between sets to 90s classics! So I'd love to hear other people's advice and tips " Fair play to you. I've had a bacterial infection in my lungs which only recently cleared up. I had signed up for a circuit exercise classes but missed most of them. I was at the last 2 classes which I found very helpful. There is only 12 in the class and the instructor goes around the class making sure you are doing the exercises correctly. I hope to get back doing the 5k parkruns. There is a tailwalker at each parkrun who finishes last, so no problem walking the 5k. They are also free. | |||
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"Anybody who’s thinking of joining a gym do it you’re gonna be nervous that’s natural. Concentrate on yourself don’t be minding people around you . Put the headphones on music up & enjoy .. Top tip to anyone avoid personal trainers they’re only interested in making money & normally set you up to fail by having you doing exercises that are not going to benefit you at all example crunches if you’re a bit overweight in the belly area this is one exercise that’s of no benefit at all … good luck " I would have to disagree with you re PT’s, they are 100% not all the same. You’re paying for their knowledge & experience, they don’t set you up to fail, they push you to progress and therein lies the difference. They encourage you to get those last few rep in and keep you motivated. The results speak for themselves. | |||
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"Anybody who’s thinking of joining a gym do it you’re gonna be nervous that’s natural. Concentrate on yourself don’t be minding people around you . Put the headphones on music up & enjoy .. Top tip to anyone avoid personal trainers they’re only interested in making money & normally set you up to fail by having you doing exercises that are not going to benefit you at all example crunches if you’re a bit overweight in the belly area this is one exercise that’s of no benefit at all … good luck " Finding a terrible is harder than finding a good one. My PT has been nothing but sound. He was honest with me the first time we met and genuinely wants to see me succeed. If you're honest with yourself, finding a PT is easy because they do so much better when you succeed. I found my guy through a friend who recommended him. | |||
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"Anybody who’s thinking of joining a gym do it you’re gonna be nervous that’s natural. Concentrate on yourself don’t be minding people around you . Put the headphones on music up & enjoy .. Top tip to anyone avoid personal trainers they’re only interested in making money & normally set you up to fail by having you doing exercises that are not going to benefit you at all example crunches if you’re a bit overweight in the belly area this is one exercise that’s of no benefit at all … good luck Abdominal exercises help to tone and strengthen the core, regardless of the weight carried around the belly area . Crunches in themselves won't make belly fat disappear miraculously. Any personal trainer will be able to tell you that and how to best incorporate crunches or other abdominal exercises into a workout.
Why paint an entire profession with one brush? Most people have to work to earn a living. It doesn't mean they don't have their clients best interest at heart!
I had a couple of gems of personal trainers - without them I wouldn't have reached many a goal I had set for myself!"Congratulations on reaching your goals you’re dead right I shouldn’t paint an entire profession with one brush my apologies. I’m going by my experiences and what I’ve seen . I’ve never been in a position to need a PT but I have come across a lot in my times in Gyms so that’s where my experience comes from. I’m delighted you found a descent PT & it all went well for you .. have a good night | |||
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"Anybody who’s thinking of joining a gym do it you’re gonna be nervous that’s natural. Concentrate on yourself don’t be minding people around you . Put the headphones on music up & enjoy .. Top tip to anyone avoid personal trainers they’re only interested in making money & normally set you up to fail by having you doing exercises that are not going to benefit you at all example crunches if you’re a bit overweight in the belly area this is one exercise that’s of no benefit at all … good luck I would have to disagree with you re PT’s, they are 100% not all the same. You’re paying for their knowledge & experience, they don’t set you up to fail, they push you to progress and therein lies the difference. They encourage you to get those last few rep in and keep you motivated. The results speak for themselves. "I stand corrected.. you look fantastic.. I generalised from what I’ve seen ..my apologies | |||
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"Anybody who’s thinking of joining a gym do it you’re gonna be nervous that’s natural. Concentrate on yourself don’t be minding people around you . Put the headphones on music up & enjoy .. Top tip to anyone avoid personal trainers they’re only interested in making money & normally set you up to fail by having you doing exercises that are not going to benefit you at all example crunches if you’re a bit overweight in the belly area this is one exercise that’s of no benefit at all … good luck Finding a terrible is harder than finding a good one. My PT has been nothing but sound. He was honest with me the first time we met and genuinely wants to see me succeed. If you're honest with yourself, finding a PT is easy because they do so much better when you succeed. I found my guy through a friend who recommended him."  | |||
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"Anybody who’s thinking of joining a gym do it you’re gonna be nervous that’s natural. Concentrate on yourself don’t be minding people around you . Put the headphones on music up & enjoy .. Top tip to anyone avoid personal trainers they’re only interested in making money & normally set you up to fail by having you doing exercises that are not going to benefit you at all example crunches if you’re a bit overweight in the belly area this is one exercise that’s of no benefit at all … good luck I would have to disagree with you re PT’s, they are 100% not all the same. You’re paying for their knowledge & experience, they don’t set you up to fail, they push you to progress and therein lies the difference. They encourage you to get those last few rep in and keep you motivated. The results speak for themselves. "100% this. I've never been to a PT but I know plenty who have and the accountable they get from having a PT is the difference between achieving their goals or failing. | |||
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"So two months ago I joined my gym. The anxiety levels through the roof gymtimidation is a real thing! I conquered my fear and now I absolutely love going. So I'm sure there's lot's of Fabbers here considering fitness as a New years resolutions. So I thought I'd start a positive thread to encourage other's who might be starting a fitness journey or even considering it. My biggest tips would be start now even if it's some gentle exercises at home or walking. A killer set list or a great podcast motivates me so much to go. I'm totally having a bop in the gym between sets to 90s classics! So I'd love to hear other people's advice and tips " … very good thought …. My 2 cents … just start enjoying the process and dont look in the mirror too often for those small changes they may come with time … but searching for them too often will de motivate you … so just start loving the process and thats it … | |||
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"Went to the gym recently for the first time in years and it was absolutely amazing to walk straight back out the door again Lol ??" … go again | |||
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"PT is best to help pick the work out and the machines that best for you to achieve your goals. Free weights are best. The Gym in newbridge and Monasterevin have a fantastic group of PTs" Why are free weights the best? | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too " Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please | |||
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"Omg you've actually given it a name and its spot on. I really really want to join but the anxiety at the thoughts puts me off every time. Maybe 2024 could be my year, but I'm saying that since 2021. Claire xo" First time I went, I was a few months into it before COVID came along, I made every excuse to stop going when we could again. It's small steps. I'm totally not saying this in the hope to see you in some gym gear | |||
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"Omg you've actually given it a name and its spot on. I really really want to join but the anxiety at the thoughts puts me off every time. Maybe 2024 could be my year, but I'm saying that since 2021. Claire xo" Gymtimidation is very much real so many people get it me included. I was so put off joining but honestly it's one of the best things I've done for myself. Feel so much better physically and mentally. I went from having anxiety about going to now looking forward to it. You could try a class there's so many different ones in most gyms. My own gym they ask what your goals are and give you plan to follow and show you how to use machines. Most people have anxiety about people watching and judging you but honestly everyone is only focused on themselves. Feel free to dm me to talk about how I got over it x | |||
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"Omg you've actually given it a name and its spot on. I really really want to join but the anxiety at the thoughts puts me off every time. Maybe 2024 could be my year, but I'm saying that since 2021. Claire xo Gymtimidation is very much real so many people get it me included. I was so put off joining but honestly it's one of the best things I've done for myself. Feel so much better physically and mentally. I went from having anxiety about going to now looking forward to it. You could try a class there's so many different ones in most gyms. My own gym they ask what your goals are and give you plan to follow and show you how to use machines. Most people have anxiety about people watching and judging you but honestly everyone is only focused on themselves. Feel free to dm me to talk about how I got over it x " Thank you so much, I know it's all in my head and once i take the 1st step I'll be ok. I should actually ask santa for a 3 month membership as i wont want waste either but I know Jan will be so busy there too. | |||
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" Ah thanks lovely lady I absolutely love having curves and a fat arse. But I joined gym not for weight loss but to improve strength and feeling great because I can lift heavier every as weeks progress " Well done Rosy , sounds incredible!  | |||
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"Omg you've actually given it a name and its spot on. I really really want to join but the anxiety at the thoughts puts me off every time. Maybe 2024 could be my year, but I'm saying that since 2021. Claire xo First time I went, I was a few months into it before COVID came along, I made every excuse to stop going when we could again. It's small steps. I'm totally not saying this in the hope to see you in some gym gear "Yes i will get there one day hopefully soon, any limerick PTs wanna help me out feel free to message lol | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please " Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. " ^^ what she said | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. ^^ what she said" I'm just confused. I'f I'm working a muscle I just want to concentrate on that muscle and not work other muscles. | |||
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"Start now, even if it's just some gentle exercises at home or just walking"....
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"This thread has inspired me to get my fitness & flexibility levels back....
"Start now, even if it's just some gentle exercises at home or just walking"....
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. ^^ what she said I'm just confused. I'f I'm working a muscle I just want to concentrate on that muscle and not work other muscles. " Judging by your photos, your comment makes sense - you're approaching your workout from a bodybuilding point of view. You want to isolate the muscles you're trying to build up so you use a machine. Someone who's starting off may also want to use the machines because they help getting the form right in order to avoid injury before they've even started. But the next person who's happy that their form is right, will want to incorporate free weights in order to use the muscles that are then activated to stabilise and balance the body which is something that the machine would have helped with otherwise. Example: Dumbbell shoulder press - not only are your shoulders engaged, but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you. With a shoulder press machine, a fixed range of motion guides the weight up and down, meaning you don't "need" to stabilise yourself so the majority of the work falls to your shoulders. | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. ^^ what she said I'm just confused. I'f I'm working a muscle I just want to concentrate on that muscle and not work other muscles. Judging by your photos, your comment makes sense - you're approaching your workout from a bodybuilding point of view. You want to isolate the muscles you're trying to build up so you use a machine. Someone who's starting off may also want to use the machines because they help getting the form right in order to avoid injury before they've even started. But the next person who's happy that their form is right, will want to incorporate free weights in order to use the muscles that are then activated to stabilise and balance the body which is something that the machine would have helped with otherwise. Example: Dumbbell shoulder press - not only are your shoulders engaged, but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you. With a shoulder press machine, a fixed range of motion guides the weight up and down, meaning you don't "need" to stabilise yourself so the majority of the work falls to your shoulders." You are right for someone who is starting new machines are best because he atleast does not has to ficus on the form and fixed range of motion works best without injury… i have seen newbies doing free weight in real bad form and then get injured… its a slow process | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. ^^ what she said I'm just confused. I'f I'm working a muscle I just want to concentrate on that muscle and not work other muscles. Judging by your photos, your comment makes sense - you're approaching your workout from a bodybuilding point of view. You want to isolate the muscles you're trying to build up so you use a machine. Someone who's starting off may also want to use the machines because they help getting the form right in order to avoid injury before they've even started. But the next person who's happy that their form is right, will want to incorporate free weights in order to use the muscles that are then activated to stabilise and balance the body which is something that the machine would have helped with otherwise. Example: Dumbbell shoulder press - not only are your shoulders engaged, but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you. With a shoulder press machine, a fixed range of motion guides the weight up and down, meaning you don't "need" to stabilise yourself so the majority of the work falls to your shoulders." "but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you" this is the same for a shoulder press machine tho. Unless that is your standing doing dumbell presses which is a sure way to damage shoulders or worse rotater cuff. | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. ^^ what she said I'm just confused. I'f I'm working a muscle I just want to concentrate on that muscle and not work other muscles. Judging by your photos, your comment makes sense - you're approaching your workout from a bodybuilding point of view. You want to isolate the muscles you're trying to build up so you use a machine. Someone who's starting off may also want to use the machines because they help getting the form right in order to avoid injury before they've even started. But the next person who's happy that their form is right, will want to incorporate free weights in order to use the muscles that are then activated to stabilise and balance the body which is something that the machine would have helped with otherwise. Example: Dumbbell shoulder press - not only are your shoulders engaged, but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you. With a shoulder press machine, a fixed range of motion guides the weight up and down, meaning you don't "need" to stabilise yourself so the majority of the work falls to your shoulders. "but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you" this is the same for a shoulder press machine tho. Unless that is your standing doing dumbell presses which is a sure way to damage shoulders or worse rotater cuff. " There's plenty of information online on the differences between using the weights machines as opposed to free weights. If you can't see or understand how a machine supports and guides a movement, thereby lessening the impact on other muscles that would be used doing the same exercise with dumbbells, then I am at a loss how to explain it otherwise. | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. ^^ what she said I'm just confused. I'f I'm working a muscle I just want to concentrate on that muscle and not work other muscles. Judging by your photos, your comment makes sense - you're approaching your workout from a bodybuilding point of view. You want to isolate the muscles you're trying to build up so you use a machine. Someone who's starting off may also want to use the machines because they help getting the form right in order to avoid injury before they've even started. But the next person who's happy that their form is right, will want to incorporate free weights in order to use the muscles that are then activated to stabilise and balance the body which is something that the machine would have helped with otherwise. Example: Dumbbell shoulder press - not only are your shoulders engaged, but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you. With a shoulder press machine, a fixed range of motion guides the weight up and down, meaning you don't "need" to stabilise yourself so the majority of the work falls to your shoulders. "but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you" this is the same for a shoulder press machine tho. Unless that is your standing doing dumbell presses which is a sure way to damage shoulders or worse rotater cuff. There's plenty of information online on the differences between using the weights machines as opposed to free weights. If you can't see or understand how a machine supports and guides a movement, thereby lessening the impact on other muscles that would be used doing the same exercise with dumbbells, then I am at a loss how to explain it otherwise. " Just explain it with some examples. | |||
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"Machines are great at the start to help with form and obviously less chance of injury. Free weight’s definitely work more muscles which leads to a better work out. Helps with balance too Well this is not true. All research shows machines are just as good if not better. Working more muscles what does that even mean. Could you give me some examples please Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Machines will help with form, particularly if you're a newbie or have an injury. They guide your movements and provide stability unlike free weights. They can be used to train individual muscle groups but they won't generally activate stabiliser muscles as much which help with balance and support functional movement, everyday movement. So yes, more muscles are worked in general when using free weights as opposed to doing the same movement with a machine that helps balance and stabilise you. That doesn't mean that machines are any less valuable than free weights - as long as you are using each to complement the other in a manner that will give you the best results for what your goals are. ^^ what she said I'm just confused. I'f I'm working a muscle I just want to concentrate on that muscle and not work other muscles. Judging by your photos, your comment makes sense - you're approaching your workout from a bodybuilding point of view. You want to isolate the muscles you're trying to build up so you use a machine. Someone who's starting off may also want to use the machines because they help getting the form right in order to avoid injury before they've even started. But the next person who's happy that their form is right, will want to incorporate free weights in order to use the muscles that are then activated to stabilise and balance the body which is something that the machine would have helped with otherwise. Example: Dumbbell shoulder press - not only are your shoulders engaged, but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you. With a shoulder press machine, a fixed range of motion guides the weight up and down, meaning you don't "need" to stabilise yourself so the majority of the work falls to your shoulders. "but so are your core, traps, and triceps, as your whole upper body works to stabilize you" this is the same for a shoulder press machine tho. Unless that is your standing doing dumbell presses which is a sure way to damage shoulders or worse rotater cuff. There's plenty of information online on the differences between using the weights machines as opposed to free weights. If you can't see or understand how a machine supports and guides a movement, thereby lessening the impact on other muscles that would be used doing the same exercise with dumbbells, then I am at a loss how to explain it otherwise. Just explain it with some examples. " Leg press vs squat: sitting into the machine you're working quads, glutes and hamstring. When you squat, you have to balance yourself thereby engaging your back and core so you're working more muscles. Chest press machine vs Bench press: Both target pecs and triceps. Bench press will also activate stabilising muscles like deltoids, lats, biceps and abdominal muscles. | |||
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"One thing to remember for people that are starting off is that no one is there to look at you. They are all there to work on themselves. Also if you are unsure of something do not hesitate to ask the big buff gym guy. I guarantee he like most people will be happy to help. " This is so true people are only aware of themselves. I was recently in the gym on the cable row machine. Out of the corner of my eye I spotted a hottie beside me totally oblivious to me. When I looked again wasn't it someone I knew from Fab very well. We were so engrossed in our workouts we weren't aware of the other person literally a foot away. | |||
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"One thing to remember for people that are starting off is that no one is there to look at you. They are all there to work on themselves. Also if you are unsure of something do not hesitate to ask the big buff gym guy. I guarantee he like most people will be happy to help. This is so true people are only aware of themselves. I was recently in the gym on the cable row machine. Out of the corner of my eye I spotted a hottie beside me totally oblivious to me. When I looked again wasn't it someone I knew from Fab very well. We were so engrossed in our workouts we weren't aware of the other person literally a foot away. " Raging I didn’t recognise you | |||
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"In the gym bright and early this morning burning off the Christmas Dinner! The arse ripped out of my leggings squatting quite the sight! "
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"In the gym bright and early this morning burning off the Christmas Dinner! The arse ripped out of my leggings squatting quite the sight! " Plenty of young lads drooling I bet | |||
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"In the gym bright and early this morning burning off the Christmas Dinner! The arse ripped out of my leggings squatting quite the sight! Plenty of young lads drooling I bet "Ya,I say there was & is alright. | |||
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"In the gym bright and early this morning burning off the Christmas Dinner! The arse ripped out of my leggings squatting quite the sight! Plenty of young lads drooling I bet
Ya,I say there was & is alright. "Hate to burst your bubble but the only person drooling is me after the leg press. I'm not a pretty gym girl! | |||
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" Just been to the gym. Spin class and boxing. Best way to shake off the cobwebs and meet nice people too!! "Good for you spin class is on my list of classes to try out in 2024! | |||
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" Just been to the gym. Spin class and boxing. Best way to shake off the cobwebs and meet nice people too!!
Good for you spin class is on my list of classes to try out in 2024!"------ Good idea  but I reckon that you'd have a venomous right cross in boxing! | |||
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" Good for you spin class is on my list of classes to try out in 2024!" Rosy I have a gym standard spin bike at home, call down to me for a ride and a rub down afterwards | |||
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" Good for you spin class is on my list of classes to try out in 2024! Rosy I have a gym standard spin bike at home, call down to me for a ride and a rub down afterwards "God I'll be straight over that's the best offer I've had all year | |||
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