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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Joined the gym 
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
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Hi, big four, dead lifts, squats, inclined chest press, and lat pull downs. General stuff start low weight to get good form and then increase. Use machines to start with and go with free weights later. xxx Jon |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment. "
Yeah the dried sweat splashes on the treadmill screen are always a treat, aren’t they?
Even before the ‘rona a thorough disinfecting of any equipment I was about to use was always given!
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Hi, big four, dead lifts, squats, inclined chest press, and lat pull downs. General stuff start low weight to get good form and then increase. Use machines to start with and go with free weights later. xxx Jon"
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"avoid the “juice”
take your own music
ignore the gym cock
good luck getting motivated, i find them places soul destroying.  "
Yeah got the AirPods and music
I am motivated ..... I think  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Good luck  "
Thanks  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Oh wow good on you for joining! 
I would recommend having a introduction session if that’s not already something that’s happening. It might be beneficial to get a personal trainer even just for a few sessions to show you the basics and write a plan for you.
If you don’t want the personal trainer or it’s not an option have a look on YouTube at some basic beginner exercises and look for some plans there are so many different things you can do
Good luck with it and all the best!
I’m sure there will be some great advice in thread for you too |
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"Don’t put drinks in the Pringles holder on the running machine
K
Where do I put it then "
Buy a cap that you can put the drinks in and long straws…Pringles in the Pringle holder. You’ll have all the guys after you…  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"How many sets you got left, mate?
Get used to hearing that a lot 
Oh god help me  "
If you do get asked, don't feel the need to rush. Take your time as it's more important you do it properly than to potentially injure yourself |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Well done op.
*Use Free weights, avoid machines
*Start low weight get your form on point.
*Dont go crazy with deadlifts... anyone thats been training for years and in later life will tell you not to bother with them.
*keep a diary what you use and weight you start on and finish the day at- great to track progress.
*train legs!
*dont be afraid to ask for help on how to use stuff
*put weights back!
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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago
Peterborough |
Don't go in wearing make up. Gym bunnies just attract the wrong type.
Sweat IS a badge of honour.
Learn to stretch, before you go in, or even make your first session stretch only; as tears will send you packing for 3 months.
Find out what you want and don't want. Size, tone, stamina or all round fitness.
and enjoy it. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Don’t put drinks in the Pringles holder on the running machine
K
Where do I put it then
Buy a cap that you can put the drinks in and long straws…Pringles in the Pringle holder. You’ll have all the guys after you… "
They ain’t getting my Pringles |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
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All depends on what your goals are, 1st session take it slow and easy don't want to over do it on either the weights or any of the cardio machines, just see what you're comfortable with and go from there it will take a few sessions to get into the groove, good luck and enjoy it |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
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Ask for a trainer to show you how everything works, and give advice on your goals
I enquired at a gym, the one I chose includes a PT in the membership |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Don't go in wearing make up. Gym bunnies just attract the wrong type.
Sweat IS a badge of honour.
Learn to stretch, before you go in, or even make your first session stretch only; as tears will send you packing for 3 months.
Find out what you want and don't want. Size, tone, stamina or all round fitness.
and enjoy it."
We was told we could have a trainer who would talk us through what we want to achieve and to meet our targets ....... no make up will be worn and I’m defo not a gym bunny |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Ask for a trainer to show you how everything works, and give advice on your goals
I enquired at a gym, the one I chose includes a PT in the membership"
Yeah we was told that ...... we had a quick look around this evening at the equipment |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
All depends on what your goals are, 1st session take it slow and easy don't want to over do it on either the weights or any of the cardio machines, just see what you're comfortable with and go from there it will take a few sessions to get into the groove, good luck and enjoy it "
Thank you x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Well done op.
*Use Free weights, avoid machines
*Start low weight get your form on point.
*Dont go crazy with deadlifts... anyone thats been training for years and in later life will tell you not to bother with them.
*keep a diary what you use and weight you start on and finish the day at- great to track progress.
*train legs!
*dont be afraid to ask for help on how to use stuff
*put weights back!
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Really not keen on the weights tbh but suppose I have to give them a go |
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
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What are you goals that will determine what you do |
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
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Can't pm me
If you have a friend who goes try go together to help motivate each other if you can't get a personal trainer |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Oh wow good on you for joining!
I would recommend having a introduction session if that’s not already something that’s happening. It might be beneficial to get a personal trainer even just for a few sessions to show you the basics and write a plan for you.
If you don’t want the personal trainer or it’s not an option have a look on YouTube at some basic beginner exercises and look for some plans there are so many different things you can do
Good luck with it and all the best!
I’m sure there will be some great advice in thread for you too "
We are seeing the trainer tomorrow but we will take the advice given just we want to go at our own pace .... just a bit miffed tbh as lots of people tell you different things |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Can't pm me
If you have a friend who goes try go together to help motivate each other if you can't get a personal trainer "
Me and a friend are starting together hoping to go at least 3 times a week |
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"Well done op.
*Use Free weights, avoid machines
*Start low weight get your form on point.
*Dont go crazy with deadlifts... anyone thats been training for years and in later life will tell you not to bother with them.
*keep a diary what you use and weight you start on and finish the day at- great to track progress.
*train legs!
*dont be afraid to ask for help on how to use stuff
*put weights back!
Really not keen on the weights tbh but suppose I have to give them a go "
Just stick with the stair machine, rowing, cycling cardio to start with weights can come later |
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Can't pm me
If you have a friend who goes try go together to help motivate each other if you can't get a personal trainer
Me and a friend are starting together hoping to go at least 3 times a week "
Is it a 24 hour gym |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Can't pm me
If you have a friend who goes try go together to help motivate each other if you can't get a personal trainer
Me and a friend are starting together hoping to go at least 3 times a week
Is it a 24 hour gym "
No...... closes at 10pm ..... so we going after work |
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By *orny PTMan
over a year ago
Peterborough |
"Don't go in wearing make up. Gym bunnies just attract the wrong type.
Sweat IS a badge of honour.
Learn to stretch, before you go in, or even make your first session stretch only; as tears will send you packing for 3 months.
Find out what you want and don't want. Size, tone, stamina or all round fitness.
and enjoy it.
We was told we could have a trainer who would talk us through what we want to achieve and to meet our targets ....... no make up will be worn and I’m defo not a gym bunny "
Take advantage of the personal trainer (offer) it's a no brainer.
good luck |
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Can't pm me
If you have a friend who goes try go together to help motivate each other if you can't get a personal trainer
Me and a friend are starting together hoping to go at least 3 times a week
Is it a 24 hour gym
No...... closes at 10pm ..... so we going after work "
Will be a busy time. Have they limted the amount of people at one time inside? Or they did i remember once they responded |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Well done op.
*Use Free weights, avoid machines
*Start low weight get your form on point.
*Dont go crazy with deadlifts... anyone thats been training for years and in later life will tell you not to bother with them.
*keep a diary what you use and weight you start on and finish the day at- great to track progress.
*train legs!
*dont be afraid to ask for help on how to use stuff
*put weights back!
Really not keen on the weights tbh but suppose I have to give them a go "
Definitely... it depends on your goals but you see the same people going in and using the same machines, doing the same weights and 2 years later look no different, you see a newbie come in hitting free weights 6 month later look incredible.
I dont know what gym your at but there must be a pt... grab a tater session tell them ur goals |
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
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Well done OP...a mixture of High Intensity Interval Training...and free weights is good all over toning and fat burning...remember to start at a level that suits you and build it up gradually..results don't show over night but damage to muscles will...feel the slight burn when working out but not real pain...always stretch and warm up before and always stretch and cool down after and plenty of water to keep hydrated...target the area's you want to work...once those feel good morphine's kick in you'll feel great and proud of the work out you have done..Enjoy and good luck OP |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Well done op.
*Use Free weights, avoid machines
*Start low weight get your form on point.
*Dont go crazy with deadlifts... anyone thats been training for years and in later life will tell you not to bother with them.
*keep a diary what you use and weight you start on and finish the day at- great to track progress.
*train legs!
*dont be afraid to ask for help on how to use stuff
*put weights back!
Really not keen on the weights tbh but suppose I have to give them a go
Definitely... it depends on your goals but you see the same people going in and using the same machines, doing the same weights and 2 years later look no different, you see a newbie come in hitting free weights 6 month later look incredible.
I dont know what gym your at but there must be a pt... grab a tater session tell them ur goals "
What are ‘free weights’ ? ....... defo will take the pt session just so we know what we want to achieve |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Well done OP...a mixture of High Intensity Interval Training...and free weights is good all over toning and fat burning...remember to start at a level that suits you and build it up gradually..results don't show over night but damage to muscles will...feel the slight burn when working out but not real pain...always stretch and warm up before and always stretch and cool down after and plenty of water to keep hydrated...target the area's you want to work...once those feel good morphine's kick in you'll feel great and proud of the work out you have done..Enjoy and good luck OP "
Thank you x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Ooh I joined recently! I'm enjoying it. Get a programme worked out and they'll show you how to use everything. I enjoy the X-trainer, free weights and rowing machine. Depends on your goal though. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Hi, big four, dead lifts, squats, inclined chest press, and lat pull downs. General stuff start low weight to get good form and then increase. Use machines to start with and go with free weights later. xxx Jon"
I agree with this
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Ooh I joined recently! I'm enjoying it. Get a programme worked out and they'll show you how to use everything. I enjoy the X-trainer, free weights and rowing machine. Depends on your goal though. "
Mainly to tone up just feeling shit at the moment |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"Learn how to lift. It's the best confidence boost!"
I love to see women come into the proper part of the gym to squat, deadlift and press. No silly expensive shiny clothes with labels , just a pair of grey joggers from Primarni and old T shirt and some headphones so you can’t hear yourself grunt |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Learn how to lift. It's the best confidence boost!
I love to see women come into the proper part of the gym to squat, deadlift and press. No silly expensive shiny clothes with labels , just a pair of grey joggers from Primarni and old T shirt and some headphones so you can’t hear yourself grunt "
I’m definitely not a gym bunny |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs "
Oh so that's ok then is it? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it? "
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
That’s great, but you already look fab "
Thank you but haven’t felt good for a few months now, mentally and physically |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me "
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then?  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then? "
Always ....... it comes with age |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then?
Always ....... it comes with age "
So have you joined the gym so you'll be able to keep up with me when we get round to shagging?  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then?
Always ....... it comes with age
So have you joined the gym so you'll be able to keep up with me when we get round to shagging? "
Oh behave yaself Shagging is that what it’s called now a days |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then?
Always ....... it comes with age
So have you joined the gym so you'll be able to keep up with me when we get round to shagging?
Oh behave yaself Shagging is that what it’s called now a days "
I have no idea what it's called. We'll make our own name up |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then?
Always ....... it comes with age
So have you joined the gym so you'll be able to keep up with me when we get round to shagging?
Oh behave yaself Shagging is that what it’s called now a days
I have no idea what it's called. We'll make our own name up "
Rascal by name.... Rascal by nature |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then?
Always ....... it comes with age
So have you joined the gym so you'll be able to keep up with me when we get round to shagging?
Oh behave yaself Shagging is that what it’s called now a days
I have no idea what it's called. We'll make our own name up
Rascal by name.... Rascal by nature "
I chose -rascal-, -rascal- didn't choose me....  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Dirty folk who don't wipe their shit off the equipment.
Not actual shit!
What shit you on about then
Sweat and dribble lololol
Oh ffs
Oh so that's ok then is it?
Lmfao no it isn’t....... good job I carry wipes with me
Do you sweat and dribble a lot then?
Always ....... it comes with age
So have you joined the gym so you'll be able to keep up with me when we get round to shagging?
Oh behave yaself Shagging is that what it’s called now a days
I have no idea what it's called. We'll make our own name up
Rascal by name.... Rascal by nature
I chose -rascal-, -rascal- didn't choose me.... "
You sure about that |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Personally I prefer classes, a mix of yoga, Pilates, muscle pump with free weights and hiit, that way you get a bit of everything and it’s controlled. Good luck! "
Will be doing classes as well not keen on Pilates thou but thank you |
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By *nSeeNMan
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
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Look up New You Fitness on youtube he's got some good programs. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Joined the gym
Really don’t know what to expect
Advice would be much appreciated
Haven’t a clue what stuff to use
Help a lady out guys and gals please xx
Look up New You Fitness on youtube he's got some good programs. "
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hi Op
hope you enjoy your new gym.
not sure if it's been mentioned yet but I would recommend taking any classes if they are held at the gym.
For me this is the best way to get the most value from a gym. You can have regular workouts in a structured session with a qualified trainer. Most gym classes are for all levels so there is no negative pressure. You can also get an idea of what kind of fitness activities you like doing.
Best of luck
Laux |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Hi Op
hope you enjoy your new gym.
not sure if it's been mentioned yet but I would recommend taking any classes if they are held at the gym.
For me this is the best way to get the most value from a gym. You can have regular workouts in a structured session with a qualified trainer. Most gym classes are for all levels so there is no negative pressure. You can also get an idea of what kind of fitness activities you like doing.
Best of luck
Laux"
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