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Should you still exercise when sick?
Should one continue to exercise even when you are sick?
I know it may depend on the sickness, so I am specifically asking about minor things like a cold or fever?
Are there chronic sicknesses where you should still regularly exercise?
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Can you be good both at cycling and running?
In a chat group of a local cycling community a hot debate arose about running. This is something that most cyclists shun greatly and few can manage it for a few kilometers. Personally I can run for a few kilometers like say three maximum and for…
Futuristic
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If "bro splits" don't work, why is literally every muscular guy in my gym doing them?
Surely they must be doing something right then? I keep hearing internet people criticize the "bro splits" (programs where you train each muscle group on its own dedicated day of the week), but in my gym, they're by far the most common routine, and…
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How can I improve my running form?
I know my form isn't terrible, but it certainly isn't perfect either. How do you work on improving it? Are there certain exercises that will strengthen the right muscles and force better form? Do you concentrate on footfall while running?
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Losing Lean Muscle Mass (Detraining)
I have never fully understood how this exactly works. These questions pertain to the long term effects of strength training only.
Basic Physiology of Hypertrophy (what is understood)
During muscle hypertrophy you’re tearing myofibrils, which…
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How can I increase the number of push-ups I can do?
The number of push-ups I can do is dismal.
I have tried over the years to increase the number and have received to pieces of advice.
Start easy and try something like a raised bar or railing and work your way down or start on your knees until you…
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Advice on finding a training partner
I regularly workout on my own but on the occasions I workout with a training partner I find my motivation increases, my output increases and perhaps most importantly, my overall enjoyment increases.
Jason Ferruggia (a world-renowned S&C coach) has…
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What is the proper way to run?
What is the proper form for running? I find that whenever I run, even for a short distance, I end up hurting my legs. Sometimes my shins hurt, but most of the time after a little running the bottom of my foot hurts and I'm forced to stop. The area…
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What is a jump rope good for?
I have a jump rope, and my pulse sure goes up while jumping. But what am I exercising exactly?
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Should I drink water during my workout?
When I do my workout, I often feel very thirsty. And I like to drink water after each set of exercises.
I often drink something around 1.5 liters of water during workout.
Is it okay to drink water in such quantities during workout, or should I wait…
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Can I train for 'mass' on some parts of my body, and 'strength' for others?
Is it possible to perform strength training on certain muscle groups and training for mass gain on others?
For example, I don't want big legs, but I of course want much stronger legs. Can I do strength training on my legs day (low repetitions and…
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Making a training plan for medieval swordsmen / reenactment
Some of my friends are into history reenactment and historical fencing. Doing this is quite demanding in terms of fitness, so I wanted to help them develop a training plan to follow.
What would be the goals of such a training plan?
It has to…
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Why does cardio/aerobic exercise lead to muscle loss?
Recently, I've been reading a lot about how cardio reduces muscle mass and strength.
The following is an excerpt from crossfit.com that seems to sum up what I've been reading:
Aerobic training benefits cardiovascular function and decreases body fat…
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How long should you avoid eating before running a 5K?
If the race is early in the morning, is it unwise to skip breakfast beforehand? How long should you avoid eating before running a 5K?
I normally finish in twenty-one minutes, and the race is at 8:30AM.
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Firstbeat Energy Expenditure Algorithm
I am looking for an implementation (or a document that describes the actual algorithm) for the energy expenditure/VO2/EPOC calculation from the heart rate variability.
A few white papers about
Oxygen consumption estimation
Energy expenditure…
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