Workout/Lifting Thread and Health Thread

They have some pretty high end treadmills for under the desk but I'm not willing to shell out $1200 for one. Some of the others that they have are pretty cheap, like you mentioned.

posted by Automatik

My previous boss had something similar. It was like a mini bicycle. He used it for a week, then never touched it again. I tried it, waste of money. The revolutions were short, so its like you're doing baby steps/pedals....if that makes sense. 

That sounds terrible

It was so awful, he was even making fun of himself for buying it.

It was something like this, bluetooth capability and all that.

https://mycubii.com/products/cubii-jr?gclid=CjwKCAiA0O7fBRASEiwAYI9QAhgH_c1uBACCRu-4PDd6govwsFLcgbBBRuG1srjTUT7XEZLbN8lr7xoCU98QAvD_BwE

posted by Automatik

My previous boss had something similar. It was like a mini bicycle. He used it for a week, then never touched it again. I tried it, waste of money. The revolutions were short, so its like you're doing baby steps/pedals....if that makes sense. 

The ones I used to see at K-Mart and Walmart were pretty cheap.  The short pedal radius means you're working your ankles and feet more than your hips, even if you do get some isometric contractions in the thigh - def restricts the effectiveness of the workout.

The Desk Cycle appears to be very popular right now, but I think the MagneTrainer is a sturdier option, has a longer radius, retails for $160 and you can also use as an arm exerciser on top of your desk. 

Using the Desk Cycle:

Using the MagneTrainer:

Anyone ever deal with "golfers elbow"?

Tightness in the little knob on the inside of your elbow. I'm dealing with it now and trying to PT it away using a Theraband bar. It's rather annoying, constant tightness in my forearm and elbow.

posted by Automatik

Anyone ever deal with "golfers elbow"?

Tightness in the little knob on the inside of your elbow. I'm dealing with it now and trying to PT it away using a Theraband bar. It's rather annoying, constant tightness in my forearm and elbow.

Have you ever tried a brace like this (see link below)? I was doing straight bar curls for a while and it messed up my elbow and thought the bone in my forearm was going to shatter from the pain. Used this for a  couple of weeks and it cleared right up...

https://www.amazon.com/McDavid-Elbow-Starp-Pads-Large/dp/B002DPBHCA/ref=asc_df_B002DPBHCA/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309837891290&hvpos=1o13&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3906674708018443293&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015338&hvtargid=pla-424802801471&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=63334408682&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=309837891290&hvpos=1o13&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3906674708018443293&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015338&hvtargid=pla-424802801471

They are mentioned a lot in articles and YouTube vids, but the impression I got is they were just immediate fixes to relieve pain and that PT is the way to go for prevention and to get rid of it. I may try one though. 

Another method is basically a slow reverse curl while holding a kettle bell. 

Usually weigh lift  at home, except Monday for legs and back, today was packed at the gym, twice as many as usual, just need to make it past the third week of January when they all stop coming

posted by Verbal Kint

Usually weigh lift  at home, except Monday for legs and back, today was packed at the gym, twice as many as usual, just need to make it past the third week of January when they all stop coming

Yup, after MLK weekend they are done.  Fuck these people though.  

Recommends for squat/deadlift shoes?  Do those at gym, so barefoot is not allowed

posted by Verbal Kint

Recommends for squat/deadlift shoes?  Do those at gym, so barefoot is not allowed

I used to squat heavy in work boots. Good support.

posted by Verbal Kint

Recommends for squat/deadlift shoes?  Do those at gym, so barefoot is not allowed

Almost everyone that does squats/deadlifts in my gym are in the Adidas powerlifting shoes.

Also, thankfully your gym doesn't allow barefeet. My gym does (far as I can tell)and it's gross AF. Nothing but old dudes with gross ass foot fungus feet go barefeet. Great way to ensure you have a foot disease is to walk barefoot in a fucking gym/gym shower.

So pissed....got on my treadmill last night and started walking...the belt folded over on it and I had to stop walking. Tried to take it apart and fix it with no luck. Going to have to call someone to come out and fix it. Until then I guess I'm walking outside, which I hate.

posted by BR1986FB

So pissed....got on my treadmill last night and started walking...the belt folded over on it and I had to stop walking. Tried to take it apart and fix it with no luck. Going to have to call someone to come out and fix it. Until then I guess I'm walking outside, which I hate.

I've never had a treadmill of my own but my parents always had one growing up and still do and they're nothing but trouble. Constantly broken or something needed replaced. 

posted by BR1986FB

So pissed....got on my treadmill last night and started walking...the belt folded over on it and I had to stop walking. Tried to take it apart and fix it with no luck. Going to have to call someone to come out and fix it. Until then I guess I'm walking outside, which I hate.

Mom had a treadmill growing up, but no motor. It was all powered by the human, maybe that would be better?

Also, what's the beef with walking outside? The cold I assume?

posted by Commander of Awesome

Mom had a treadmill growing up, but no motor. It was all powered by the human, maybe that would be better?

 

Also, what's the beef with walking outside? The cold I assume?

No issue with cold but not a fan of the snow we're getting.

posted by Commander of Awesome

Mom had a treadmill growing up, but no motor. It was all powered by the human, maybe that would be better?

 

Also, what's the beef with walking outside? The cold I assume?

I hate running outside when its less than 40. I don't like running in a lot of layers but if you don't in the cold you're setting yourself up for problems. The treadmills at the rec center will do fine for now. 

Plus, with the fact I'm staring down the barrel of an eventual double knee replacement, the treadmill is much kinder on my knees than concrete.

Running on a track > *

I can't wait to get back at it once the weather turns.

Also, I'm down 7 lbs after having one of the fattest holiday seasons of my life. 

Won't run outside under 42 degrees

Won't bike under 65 degrees

Sole F63 in the winter