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Olive C asked:


my family is finishing our basement and we are getting a workout room. we have no idea what to put in it. we don’t want any crazy expensive equipment (nothing over $600) my brother who is 17 wants to build muscle, i want to simply workout my mom and dad want to lose weight. i need some suggestions for fitness equipment! thanks

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diva in training! asked:


My mom is around 133 pounds. We have a treadmill and weights. What equipment can we get possibly no more than $100? or is there some1 out there that can be her personal trainer? We live in GA and I need somebody to basically come up with a fitness and eating plan and that can come to our house.
If you won’t post here email me at mcdowelltaylor@yahoo.com

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KaraBeara7 asked:


Just fitness stuff, where i dont really have to have equipment (dumbells, weights, treadmill….)
er, first answerer, what , out of “physically test myself” do you get, not excercising???

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Cori asked:


1. Most fitness test results are measured in _________________.
Percentiles
Averages
Excellent, good, fair, poor
Inches

2. A ____________ resting heart rate indicates a strong, high level of cardiovascular health.
High
Low
180 bpm
150 bpm

3. Resting heart rate is usually measured:
After at least 10 minutes of cardiovascular exercise
Just before you go to bed, or at least 30 minutes after a strenuous workout
Just before you get out of bed, or at least 30 minutes after doing light exercise
An average taken 30 minutes before your workout and then again 30 minutes after your workout

4. Flexibility measurements are taken to establish:
How well your joints and muscles move through a maximal range of motion
How much pressure your bones can withstand
How quickly your heart rate recovers after strenuous exercise
Whether or not you suffer from arthritis

5. Which of the answers below best describes step tests.
Step tests are used to determine flexibility
Step tests are used to determine your cardiovascular health, they need to be performed by a health professional
Step tests are used to determine muscular strength in your lower body, it is a test you can conduct yourself
Step tests can be performed without the assistance of a healthcare professional and do not require special equipment. They are used to determine cardiovascular fitness

6. Which of the statements below best defines the process of taking body measurements?
Body measurement charts are exact for everyone, regardless of body type differences.
For the most accurate body measurements, take your own measurements with a tape measure. The tape should be tight against your body.
Body measurements are most accurate when taken by another person. They should measure your body at several sites, ensuring the tape measure does not leave an indentation on the skin.
Body measurements should only be taken and interpreted by a licensed healthcare professional.

7. The most accurate body fat evaluation is­­­­­­­­­­­ __________________. This method is difficult to administer and not widely available at fitness centers.

8. Which statement below best describes muscular endurance testing?
The bent knee sit-up test examines the strength of the abdominal muscles. It is performed by: curling up to a sitting position until your elbows touch your thighs, returning back to the down position until your mid-back makes contact with the floor. Your chin and arms should remain in contact with your chest. You may rest between sit-ups, if necessary
The push-up test examines total body strength. It is the most accurate evaluation of overall muscle strength and endurance
The bent knee sit-up test examines the strength of the abdominal muscles. It is performed by: curling up to a sitting position until your elbows touch each other, returning back to the down position until your upper-back makes contact with the floor.
Muscular endurance tests should be performed at your doctor’s office or in a hospital’s muscular function laboratories. They require special equipment and trained personnel.

9. Select the answer below that best outlines the correct steps, in order, for the push-up test.
Kneel on the floor with your hands directly under your lower rib cage. Straighten your legs keeping your toes tucked under. Lower your body by bending the elbows until your body touches the floor, then push back up to the starting position, keeping the body in a straight line from head to toe. Record the number of correct push-ups that you can perform continuously, and refer to the fitness chart to determine your rating
Kneel on the floor with your hands directly under your shoulders. Straighten your legs keeping your toes tucked under. Lower your body by bending the elbows until your chin touches the floor, then push back up to the starting position, keeping the body in a straight line from head to toe. Record the number of correct push-ups that you can perform continuously, and refer to the fitness chart to determine your rating
Kneel on the floor with your hands directly under your shoulders. Straighten your legs keeping your toes tucked under. Lower your body by bending the elbows until your chin touches the floor, then push back up to the starting position. It is okay to rest on the floor or arch your back if necessary. Record the number of correct push-ups that you can perform continuously, and refer to the fitness chart to determine your rating
Kneel on the floor with your hands directly under your shoulders. Straighten your legs keeping your toes tucked under. Lower your body by bending the elbows until your chin touches the floor, then push back up until your arms are almost fully extended and repeat. It is important that you not fully extend your arms, but rather begin your next pushup when your elbows are slightly bent. Record the number of correct push-ups that you can perform continuously, and refer to the fitness

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fitwelsh17 asked:


i want to lose weight on my stomach, what food would u recommend and what fitness equipments? 10 points for best answer!

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K B asked:


I want to start losing weight and building up some muscle, but I don’t know where to start. I don’t have much equipment. Just A pair of 20 lb dumbells and my brother bought a pull-up bar. If anyone could tell me how to start creating a workout plan, and tell me some exercises that don’t require equipment it would really help. Like most people I don’t know much about fitness so any pro expertise would help.
I also have an exercise ball, the pull up bar that goes in the doorway (for dips too), an abb wheel, and I might be able to use a treadmill. If someone could tell me about reps and sets that would help too.

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Sarah W asked:


1. Most fitness test results are measured in _________________. (1 point)
Percentiles Averages
Excellent, good, fair, poor
Inches
2. A ____________ resting heart rate indicates a strong, high level of cardiovascular health. (1 point)
High
Low
180 bpm
150 bpm
3. Resting heart rate is usually measured: (1 point)
After at least 10 minutes of cardiovascular exercise
Just before you go to bed, or at least 30 minutes after a strenuous workout
Just before you get out of bed, or at least 30 minutes after doing light exercise

An average taken 30 minutes before your workout and then again 30 minutes after your workout
4. Flexibility measurements are taken to establish: (1 point)
How well your joints and muscles move through a maximal range of motion
How much pressure your bones can withstand
How quickly your heart rate recovers after strenuous exercise
Whether or not you suffer from arthritis
5. Which of the answers below best describes step tests. (1 point)
Step tests are used to determine flexibility
Step tests are used to determine your cardiovascular health, they need to be performed by a health professional
Step tests are used to determine muscular strength in your lower body, it is a test you can conduct yourself
Step tests can be performed without the assistance of a healthcare professional and do not require special equipment. They are used to determine cardiovascular fitness

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Liz asked:


Is there a fitness center available for cast members? I know there’s Mickey’s Retreat, but does that actually have fitness equipment? I’ve also heard of a place called Lifeline but I can’t figure out where that is.

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Annie asked:


Yeah, does anyone know of any sites where you can find exercise videos and work out to them? I don’t want to have to buy any workout dvds. I’m looking for ones on yoga and other fitness programs that don’t really require any equipment. Thnx!!!

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Dark’n'Twisty asked:


So, I want to buy the Fluidity fitness system from Ebay; but I was wondering, would it smarter to only buy the DVDs and use a chair for balance? I mean, could I get away with that, or do you really need the barre equipment for most of the exercises?

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