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Question #11: Muscle problams?
I was exerscisng on the precor and listening to my
walk man when i went onto my toes and had it set
for uphill then i heard a muscle tear in my back
calve... i can walk but that hurts what should i
do???
Answer: calf strain or pulled calf muscle results when the
calf muscle separates from the achilles tendon.
When this occurs, you may hear it - the calf
muscle may "pop" as it releases. The
resulting strain is quite painful, accompanied by
swelling and tenderness. You will especially feel
it when you flex your calf by standing on your
toes. The first treatment is R.I.C.E. (rest, ice,
compression, elevation). Wrap the calf to keep the
blood from pooling in the foot, and keep it
elevated for the first 24 hours to reduce swelling
. Anti-inflammatory medication may help reduce
pain. Eventually, the muscle reattaches to the
tendon; however, and the calf is often shorter
than before the injury and prone to repeat injury.
A visit to a physician and or a physical therapist
is recommended to ensure in fast rehab. Typical
rehab for a calf strain depends upon the severity
of the injury, and includes the following. Rest
the muscle. Avoid activities that cause pain.
Avoid impact activity or excessive stretching (no
running, jumping, or weightlifting). Do not return
to your sport until you are pain-free. Passive
Stretching. When acute pain is gone, begin
stretching the muscle moderately with passive
range of motion stretching. Gently pull your foot
and toes up with legs straight if possible to
stretch the calf muscle. Hold for 10 seconds and
repeat 5 to 10 times. Active stretching. Pull your
foot and toes up (using the muscles in the front
of your leg) to stretch the calf muscle. Hold for
10 seconds and repeat 5 to 10 times. Progressive
Strengthening Exercises. Start with exercise
tubing or a band and hook it under your toes and
press down gently using light resistance. Point
your foot down against resistance and then slowly
return to the start position. Do 10 reps, rest and
repeat 5 to 10 times. The goal of rehab is to
return to normal activity as quickly as possible
without any long-term effects. If you return too
soon, you risk developing a chronic injury. Keep
in mind that everyone recovers at a different
rate, and your rehab needs to be tailored to your
needs and your progress not the calendar.
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Question #12: Are precor ellipticals w/ the moving handlebars better for you or are ones with the crossramp motion better?
We are buying a precor elliptical. Do you get a
better total-body (cross-training) workout from
one with the cross-ramp motion (the ramps are
adjustable to target different muscle groups) or
from one with a fixed-ramp incline but with the
synchronized handle bars that move your arms?
Please let me know ASAP as we are buying today!
Thanks.
Answer: I would purchase the cross-ramp eliptical machine
instead of the moving handlebar model. The handle
bars simply take pressure off of your legs
allowing your arms push them through the workout,
overall allowing your workout to be cheated. If
you truly want a good workout you would want
something with adjustable inclines and ramps to
target the muscle groups you want to work.
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Question #13: Using a Precor Machine vs a Treadmill?
I'm starting an excercise and diet program (The
Wedding Workout) that suggests using both the
Precor and the Treadmill and mixing up my workouts
to get better results... What are the benefits of
these machines? The Cons? Which one will help me
get the best results? Should I workout 6 weeks on
one then switch it up? or switch it up thought the
week in my 6 week cycles? I am 140-145 lbs about
5' 7 and want to lose 10-15 lbs and tone my
stomach, legs, arms, and back.. What will help
gain the results I want?
Answer: They both have their advantages. (by the Precor,
I assume you mean the elliptical)The elliptical is
a heack of alot easier on your joints, but, does
not simulate real running like a treadmill (but,
it's good to really work your booty if you
increase the incline alot)For the best results, I
would switch back & forth through-out your 6
weeks, that way, your body will not become used to
either one,or, know what to expect. Try doing one
day using the Precor & the next use a
treadmill. If you start to feel either is getting
easier, just adjust the resistance or incline (on
the Precor) or the inlcing or your speed (on the
treadmill)The one mistake alot of people make,
when using the Precor, is they lean forward or
lean on the machine........not only will this not
make you have as good of a work-out, but, can also
cause you to strain your back too much. So, make
sure you have proper posture.:)
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Question #14: how accrate are precor elliptical calorie counters?
Answer: they have a set up so you can manually program in
your weight and height and age...once you do that
its basically 100 percent accurate.
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Question #15: special k diet..?
would i lost weight doing this?breakfast: serving
on totallunch: 3/4 whole wheat bagel w. peanut
butterdinner: serving of totaland for a snack if
needed i would have fruit ( such as an apple or
grapes, or strawberries)for exercise im going to
go on the precor for 1/2 hour and the treadmill
for a little bit or spin class :)let me know how
this sounds, or any suggestions?thanks guys!im not
fat :( and .. isnt peanut butter a lot of protein?
Answer: No, you'll still be fat/flabby because you're
eating like a bird. You're not getting any
protein, and muscles need protein. So you'll be
very soft and squishy, and probably end up with a
lot of cellulite. What's the deal with starving
yourself?
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Question #16: Accuracy of Elliptical trainers?
I go to the gym 3-5 times a week and typically use
an elliptical machine for 45-60 minutes each time.
I like using the elliptical better because it's
softer on my knees than running on a treadmill.The
type of elliptical machines the gym has is the
Precor EFX576i. On the machine it has the heart
rate monitor thing where you can grip the handles
and it displays your heart rate. Also, before you
begin on the elliptical it asks you to enter your
age and weight in order to keep track of your
calories that you burn. So my question is, how
accurate is the calorie burnt number that is
displayed on the machine?After 45-60 minutes it
says i burn anywhere from 700-1100 calories. So
with entering my age and weight, is the 700-1100
calories burnt right or does it over
estimate?Heres a link to the machine
http://www.precor.com/comm/en/efx/576i/if this
helps, i typically set the resistance level to
about 7 on the ellipitical
Answer: The machine is pretty accruate. I mean, it's hard
to say for sure what anybody's calories are, but
by taking your wieight,age and heart rate into
account, i's pretty accurate. The heavier you are,
the more you burn as well. For example, when I use
an elliptical machine, in 30 minutes I burn around
400 calories. I am 130 lbs. My bf will do the same
thing, with the same resistence, and burn closer
to 600 because he is 200lbs. 1100 seems high, but
if you are doing an entire hour, I think it's
possible. Also, as a note, ellipticals are softer
on your body, but they don't help you train the
way a treadmill would (which I know i hard on the
knees). So you'll find f yo are running you are
still out of breath,that's why. Remember to switch
up your routine every 6 weeks or so to continue to
"shock" your body.
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Question #17: I almost never sweat while working out; is this normal?
I go to the YMCA almost daily and workout on the
Arc trainer or Precor for 30-60mins. I force
myself to drink at least 8 glasses of water daily,
as well as other drinks. I do need to work on my
diet. I am the mom to 3 kids and run a home
daycare so I munch more often then not, instead of
sitting down to a meal.Is it normal not to sweat?
I know dehydration can cause a lack of sweat but I
think I'm getting all the fluids I need most days.
If I sweat at all its a slight dampness on my
back, never anywhere else.If this is unhealthy,
what can I do to change it?Thanks! :-)I think I'm
going to attibute it to how cold they keep the
fitness room at the YMCA! I had goose bumps
today! BRRRRR!
Answer: Drink lots of water. Maybe your body cant sweat
because of no water. Also, if this has been going
on your entire life, maybe it runs in your family.
Maybe your not hot enough for your body to release
sweat. There are many possiblilities but these are
just a few.
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Question #18: What is causing a squealing noise in my Precor elliptical?
I have a YouTube video of this squeaking here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1T87_R8izc
Answer: Here's what I notice. Going forward= low
frequency sound (low pitch)Going backward = high
frequency soundThat means there is something
rubbing two of the pulleys, as if there is a piece
of belting stuck on a rod or part of the unit
frame and when the rotation changes it goes from
one pulley to the next. I don't know how these
creatures work, but I'm almost certain that
replacing the belt will fix the problem. That is,
if you CAN replace the frakking thing.
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Question #19: Weight Plateau?
According to the charts, I have about 25lbs. to
lose. I've been working out five times a week,
almost five hours of cardio (including Reebok
cycling, running, Precor, etc.), and also weight
training. I've been doing this for a month. My
diet is excellent (the occasional slippage), but
mostly 1,700 calories per day. I drink a ton of
water, only eat complex carbs when I eat them,
take multivitamins. I haven't lost a pound in
over two weeks. I just started taking Hydroxycut
and don't really notice a difference. Any
suggestions?
Answer: Sounds like your body adjusted to your routine.
Try changing it up; increase your weights, lower
your reps and sets, change the 'order' in which
you do your exercise (do mondays routine on
saturday and do the lifting portion in reverse).
For cardio, maybe jump into an aerobic/kickboxing
class for a day. Better yet, change the incline on
the treadmill. You have to shock the body to get
it to change.Also, consider increasing your
calories. Their two ways to jump start your
metabolism 1) increase your workout 2) increase
your caloric intake. I would increase until you
see a weight change (up or down) and then decrease
again.Good luck and train hard!
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Question #20: I am going to have to do some heavy lifting at work in a couple of weeks and I need some strengthening...?
I go to the gym and do cardio (stairs, precor,
rowing) but I really want to strengthen my back
and abs for some heavy work that is comming up in
a couple of weeks. Ideally I want a DVD to work
on at home. Can anyone recommend something
effective? I will do anything as long as it
works, even bellydancing (although I live in an
upstairs apartment). Thanks for any suggestions.
Answer: make sure you have a back brace and use proper
lifting (use your legs not your back ) and you'll
be fine
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