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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

May as well write this year off

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I've ordered some resistance bands and am trying to sort out a workout schedule. Have yoga mat, can do things

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

... I'd so rather be in the gym but... Meh. 2020.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Are all gyms closing? So confused i thought they were staying open ??!!

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)


"Are all gyms closing? So confused i thought they were staying open ??!! "

Gyms and pools are closing.

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By *acey_RedWoman
over a year ago

Liverpool

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Look on the bright side.

There's no restriction to your exercise time allowed outside.

Get on with it ....... gym my arse.

I never thought that bottled water would take off....... never thought people would actually PAY their hard earned to exercise either.

I need a mad idea for next year.

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By *ohnny2006Man
over a year ago

worcester


"May as well write this year off"

Yeah I'm gutted. I put on loads of weight in the last lockdown and I have only just worked it off and have been hitting the gym every day. Gyms are important for mental health I think too.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)


"Look on the bright side.

There's no restriction to your exercise time allowed outside.

Get on with it ....... gym my arse.

I never thought that bottled water would take off....... never thought people would actually PAY their hard earned to exercise either.

I need a mad idea for next year."

I get a lot of benefit from the equipment, the environment, that I can't store in my apartment and other people maintain for me

But FFS it's a health crisis and we're doing badly. We suck it up and improvise.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Home workouts it is then.....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Everybody gonna go mad again.

U can exercise outdoors so is dogging gonna be popular again haha.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

As a gym goer and someone with lifelong mental health issues, I certainly hope that understanding of the challenges of mental health isn't just around for as long as public health measures are inconvenient

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Anyone want to hire my stepper ? £50 a day? week ? oh okay month ..... Renter collects

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"May as well write this year off

Yeah I'm gutted. I put on loads of weight in the last lockdown and I have only just worked it off and have been hitting the gym every day. Gyms are important for mental health I think too."

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By *entleman_spyMan
over a year ago

nearby

I built my own gym at the beginning of the last lockdown and have been filling it with equipment since .... I’ve lost more weight, put on more muscle and been fitter than I have any other year this year !

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

Plenty of places around Derby and nearby to do exercise, if you can't do it indoors.

It's a pity that gyms are closing, I'm going to miss mine.

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By *ynecplCouple
over a year ago

Newcastle upon Tyne

We had started putting together a fitness room late last year and have a spinning bike, weights etc and will continue to expand it over the coming months.

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria


"Anyone want to hire my stepper ? £50 a day? week ? oh okay month ..... Renter collects"

Mines been used to hang coats on for ten years, anyone who brings wine or chocolate can use it for free

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By *ownhouseTwosomeCouple
over a year ago

Birkenhead/Liverpool

I will miss my gym hugely. I'm not really a cardio queen but I am considering, pounding the pavements and starting to run again. It could get ugly though, I'm not a natural runner anymore and the boobs will need gaffer taping to my chest.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I know some people like going to the gym but if it’s mental health you are worried about there are other forms of exercise, perhaps not the specific exercises you want but it is possible to exercise outside the confines of a gym.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It is a shame gyms are closing again I managed to get some resistance bands during the last lockdown and they worked really well I will just miss going to the gym seeing friends there the atmosphere...

just started to get my strength back to where it was and then another lockdown comes

I was talking to a few people today and they think they gyms/leisure centres will stay closed longer than the month lockdown does anyone else think they will be shut longer?

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"It is a shame gyms are closing again I managed to get some resistance bands during the last lockdown and they worked really well I will just miss going to the gym seeing friends there the atmosphere...

just started to get my strength back to where it was and then another lockdown comes

I was talking to a few people today and they think they gyms/leisure centres will stay closed longer than the month lockdown does anyone else think they will be shut longer? "

Fucking hope not

If so pressure needs to be put on the gmnt

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I know some people like going to the gym but if it’s mental health you are worried about there are other forms of exercise, perhaps not the specific exercises you want but it is possible to exercise outside the confines of a gym."

I once heard an ex army sergeant major type talking about fitness etc. When they’re deployed in Afghan etc they don’t have a lot of space for phys but need to stay in shape (clearly).

His words “you can destroy yourself physically in a 6ft x 6ft box. You really don’t need anything else”.

Sure - equipment helps. The change of scenery helps. But exercise can be done in small spaces with little or no gear.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I know some people like going to the gym but if it’s mental health you are worried about there are other forms of exercise, perhaps not the specific exercises you want but it is possible to exercise outside the confines of a gym.

I once heard an ex army sergeant major type talking about fitness etc. When they’re deployed in Afghan etc they don’t have a lot of space for phys but need to stay in shape (clearly).

His words “you can destroy yourself physically in a 6ft x 6ft box. You really don’t need anything else”.

Sure - equipment helps. The change of scenery helps. But exercise can be done in small spaces with little or no gear.

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Not easy for everyone actually. My wheelchair wouldn't manouvre in a 6ft by 6ft box for a start - it won't even fit through the doorways in my house. I can't exercise standing up and I can't sit on a regular chair in an exercise proof position for more than 10-15mins before my leg goes dead etc. In the gym, I can use the equipment from my wheelchair or recline, fully supported, on a bench. My trained PT to assist me etc. I've been fucking creative with what you can do in a wheelchair outdoors but most of that'll be a write off in the winter due to wet weather (no grip on rims, even with gloves and no chance of going off-road/on soft ground). Also it's very dangerous to be at below-bonnet height in a wheelchair in winter (I have bike lights on, but I'm much lower than a bike, much less responsive and manouverable).

All in all, no, not EVERYONE can easily exercise outdoors/at home etc. I know I find it almost impossible. Wheelchair basketball, the gym etc are all cancelled now, basketball probably till January because the charity can't afford to keep fucking about for a week here and there.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Very fair points - I can’t edit my post unfortunately - but I agree it doesn’t work for everyone.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Very fair points - I can’t edit my post unfortunately - but I agree it doesn’t work for everyone.

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It wasn't just aimed at you, don't worry! I do get a bit peeved with authoritative comments like "all people can....." or "anyone can if they put their minds to it" etc. People say that because THEY can. I've tried wishing my leg to work again properly, but it ain't playing ball and my wheelchair basketball colleagues have all dreamt of amputated limbs, spina bifida, spinal cord injury etc. just disappearing after praying/wishing/hoping/crying, but life simply ain't all unicorns and sprinkles

On a side note, the number of gyms who declined me membership on safety grounds, despite doctor's letters stating I'm fit to exercise, was disgraceful. Very pleased I found the PT I did, however. It's much more expensive as a disabled person to exercise - I can't set up gym equipment on my own so I have to have a PT every time (expensive). Basketball wheelchairs cost several thousand pounds whereas running basketball costs a pair of trainers. *Shrug*

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Bugger was just planning to go back.

Gym has suspended direct debits again.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"Bugger was just planning to go back.

Gym has suspended direct debits again.

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Shite innit?

I went today and was like..what's the point?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Bugger was just planning to go back.

Gym has suspended direct debits again.

Shite innit?

I went today and was like..what's the point?"

Dont you have any equipment at home at all?

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I'm kicking my arse every day, dying Thursday, picking it up with the resistance bands Friday.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"Bugger was just planning to go back.

Gym has suspended direct debits again.

Shite innit?

I went today and was like..what's the point?

Dont you have any equipment at home at all?"

No mate

Havent really got the room

Was gonna see if there is any outside classes on anywhere.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Use your partner for the perfect workout Bed excercise is a fantastic workout

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)


"Bugger was just planning to go back.

Gym has suspended direct debits again.

Shite innit?

I went today and was like..what's the point?

Dont you have any equipment at home at all?

No mate

Havent really got the room

Was gonna see if there is any outside classes on anywhere."

I have enough room for a mat. So I've got a mat.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"Bugger was just planning to go back.

Gym has suspended direct debits again.

Shite innit?

I went today and was like..what's the point?

Dont you have any equipment at home at all?

No mate

Havent really got the room

Was gonna see if there is any outside classes on anywhere.

I have enough room for a mat. So I've got a mat."

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I just bench pressed my first 150 grams.. Gutted have to go back to lifting thimbles of sugar at home

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My set up at home is 2 20 kg dumbbells a towel and a joiner step up , those aluminium step up things.

It kind of makes a weight bench.

It will have to fo for a month or longer

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I just bench pressed my first 150 grams.. Gutted have to go back to lifting thimbles of sugar at home "

180 after being stuck on 160 like seemed like forever it will be 150 when I get back

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

My leg press was starting to get back to something not embarrassing. Sigh.

Needs must.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"I just bench pressed my first 150 grams.. Gutted have to go back to lifting thimbles of sugar at home "

Do a rocky 3 workout.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Gyms shutting is an absolute bitch tbh. Last couple of months I've managed to get myself back in a routine and was starting to see results as well. Even worse, I went abroad for 10 days then had to isolate on return for 2 weeks so yesterday was my first day back in the gym for over 3 weeks and now they're shutting again!

Has anyone got any recommendation for resistance bands? Prefer the type you can attach to door frames etc and with multiple weight resistance. Tried my sister's rubber band style ones and wasn't too keen. Any advice much appreciated.

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By *mmabluTV/TS
over a year ago

upton wirral

I swim most days or did not swim since early march crazy as perfectly safe in the water

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)


"Gyms shutting is an absolute bitch tbh. Last couple of months I've managed to get myself back in a routine and was starting to see results as well. Even worse, I went abroad for 10 days then had to isolate on return for 2 weeks so yesterday was my first day back in the gym for over 3 weeks and now they're shutting again!

Has anyone got any recommendation for resistance bands? Prefer the type you can attach to door frames etc and with multiple weight resistance. Tried my sister's rubber band style ones and wasn't too keen. Any advice much appreciated. "

I borrowed one from Decathlon during the last lockdown. Only rubber band type but it helped some

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Gyms shutting is an absolute bitch tbh. Last couple of months I've managed to get myself back in a routine and was starting to see results as well. Even worse, I went abroad for 10 days then had to isolate on return for 2 weeks so yesterday was my first day back in the gym for over 3 weeks and now they're shutting again!

Has anyone got any recommendation for resistance bands? Prefer the type you can attach to door frames etc and with multiple weight resistance. Tried my sister's rubber band style ones and wasn't too keen. Any advice much appreciated.

I borrowed one from Decathlon during the last lockdown. Only rubber band type but it helped some"

Just bought a decent set off Amazon for 21 quid just this minute.

Thanks for the reminder

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By *ngelandDemonCouple
over a year ago

Bristol

As someone who has been working from home for months being able to go to the gym has helped me immensely, without it my days would have been a trip from bedroom to sofa and back, mental health is again going to suffer for many for due to this and the level of alcohol abuse and domestic violence will undoubtedly increase, it's rapidly becoming the cure is worse than the virus itself

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"As someone who has been working from home for months being able to go to the gym has helped me immensely, without it my days would have been a trip from bedroom to sofa and back, mental health is again going to suffer for many for due to this and the level of alcohol abuse and domestic violence will undoubtedly increase, it's rapidly becoming the cure is worse than the virus itself "

It will affect a lot of people.

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By *acey_RedWoman
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Very fair points - I can’t edit my post unfortunately - but I agree it doesn’t work for everyone.

It wasn't just aimed at you, don't worry! I do get a bit peeved with authoritative comments like "all people can....." or "anyone can if they put their minds to it" etc. People say that because THEY can. I've tried wishing my leg to work again properly, but it ain't playing ball and my wheelchair basketball colleagues have all dreamt of amputated limbs, spina bifida, spinal cord injury etc. just disappearing after praying/wishing/hoping/crying, but life simply ain't all unicorns and sprinkles

On a side note, the number of gyms who declined me membership on safety grounds, despite doctor's letters stating I'm fit to exercise, was disgraceful. Very pleased I found the PT I did, however. It's much more expensive as a disabled person to exercise - I can't set up gym equipment on my own so I have to have a PT every time (expensive). Basketball wheelchairs cost several thousand pounds whereas running basketball costs a pair of trainers. *Shrug*"

As a gym lover with a heart condition I completely agree. It's so frustrating and dismissive when people tell me I can "just go for a run instead". No I can't! The gym also helps me with managing chronic pain due to nerve damage from endometriosis. As much as I understand why it has to happen, so many people are devastated at the closure of the gyms for a whole number of reasons as well as all the poor self employed PTs.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Lacey, my PT has been working for track and trace!

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By *acey_RedWoman
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Lacey, my PT has been working for track and trace!"

Bless them. Glad they've got some alternative income though.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool


"Very fair points - I can’t edit my post unfortunately - but I agree it doesn’t work for everyone.

It wasn't just aimed at you, don't worry! I do get a bit peeved with authoritative comments like "all people can....." or "anyone can if they put their minds to it" etc. People say that because THEY can. I've tried wishing my leg to work again properly, but it ain't playing ball and my wheelchair basketball colleagues have all dreamt of amputated limbs, spina bifida, spinal cord injury etc. just disappearing after praying/wishing/hoping/crying, but life simply ain't all unicorns and sprinkles

On a side note, the number of gyms who declined me membership on safety grounds, despite doctor's letters stating I'm fit to exercise, was disgraceful. Very pleased I found the PT I did, however. It's much more expensive as a disabled person to exercise - I can't set up gym equipment on my own so I have to have a PT every time (expensive). Basketball wheelchairs cost several thousand pounds whereas running basketball costs a pair of trainers. *Shrug*

As a gym lover with a heart condition I completely agree. It's so frustrating and dismissive when people tell me I can "just go for a run instead". No I can't! The gym also helps me with managing chronic pain due to nerve damage from endometriosis. As much as I understand why it has to happen, so many people are devastated at the closure of the gyms for a whole number of reasons as well as all the poor self employed PTs."

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

Enjoy it, those of you who can, until Thursday. I'm going later and am going to savour those pushes, pulls and stretches, alongside the fabulous physical sights around me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Dreading them closing again.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Im not a gym user but I know lots of people really enjoy using them for all sorts of different reasons and are dreading them shutting again.

I just wondered if anyone knew if a petition has been started to get gyms closing during lockdown debated in the Houses Of Parliment ?

It might not help for this lockdown but if might help if it happens again next year.

I am not of the book of face so I dont know whether there is anything on there.

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By *racy_JacksWoman
over a year ago

Derby

I’m lucky not to have anything going on that means I can’t exercise at home/outdoors

Resistance bands kept me going last time, though not quite the same as lifting weights

I’m trying to see the positives- as we can meet one person from another household I can train in the park with a friend. I think this will end up being my main way of socialising. The exercise will keep us warm!

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Enjoy it, those of you who can, until Thursday. I'm going later and am going to savour those pushes, pulls and stretches, alongside the fabulous physical sights around me "

Guess what day my wheelchair basketball training is normally? Thursday It's a no this week and for the foreseeable sadly

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Enjoy it, those of you who can, until Thursday. I'm going later and am going to savour those pushes, pulls and stretches, alongside the fabulous physical sights around me

Guess what day my wheelchair basketball training is normally? Thursday It's a no this week and for the foreseeable sadly "

Sorry to see that. Sport is an important part of my life too so I feel your angst.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Gutted!!

I have back problems and use the pools for most of my workouts, and pain management.

Im dreadding them closing

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Was using resistance bands and doing HIIT when the gyms were shut so looks like it'll be back to them soon. Shame had gotten back into a routine.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My gym has an out door pool open all the time & heated too brill swimming in the cold dark nights

Its the one form of exercise I know will not kick my back issues off.

I wana cry

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