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Physical Fitness

Launched Q&A site for physical fitness professionals, athletes, trainers, and those providing health-related needs. Topics include exercise and training, nutrition and diets, wellness, and activities related to strength, endurance, agility, and cardiovascular fitness.

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Well you can always listen to others and use your own judgement! – Binoj Antony Jun 21 '10 at 6:09
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This site already exists: answersonfitness.stackexchange.com – Anonymous Jul 2 '10 at 17:17
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Given that AnswersOnFitness already exists but runs on v1.0 software, why not upgrade AnswersOnFitness and merge these beta questions into it? – Torben Gundtofte-Bruun Sep 7 '10 at 15:14
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80 Example Questions (10 closed)

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How do I get started with plyometrics?
added by wdypdx22 Sep 25 '10 at 21:32
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At my gym one trainer is a big muscled guy and another is a thin young woman. Which trainer should I choose?
added by wdypdx22 Sep 25 '10 at 0:56
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My (husband, wife, girlfriend, etc) is overweight and needs to exercise. How do I encourage them to start a program?
added by wdypdx22 Sep 24 '10 at 21:03
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What are some good exercises/stretches for posture improvement?
added by wdypdx22 Sep 24 '10 at 21:00
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Is it possible to get physically addicted to exercise?
added by Gordon Gustafson Sep 23 '10 at 23:24
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When should I drink water? before, during, after, or all 3?
added by Gordon Gustafson Sep 23 '10 at 23:23
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How can gatorade help you perform?
added by Gordon Gustafson Sep 23 '10 at 23:23
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I have been going to the gym regularly for 3 months now -- now that I have the habit, what should my next step be?
added by sophacles Sep 22 '10 at 14:40
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As a [runner], who runs [50 miles a week], how often should I go to the weight room, and which muscle groups should I target?
added by Jonathan Sep 22 '10 at 13:05
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How do you know when you need to rest, instead of working out?
added by Magnus Hjelm Sep 20 '10 at 17:53
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Should [some sport] be an Olympic sport? [closed]
added by Aardvark Sep 13 '10 at 15:26
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closed as off topic by Richard, wdypdx22, Vrki, Shaul, pate Sep 28 '10 at 15:28

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.
It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.

This is specific to sport, not exercise or fitness – Richard Sep 16 '10 at 13:18
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What's the best fitness site?
added by Quilb, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Sep 10 '10 at 20:32
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Subjective and would be too open to public opionion and would start arguments. – Quilb Sep 9 '10 at 7:03
Definitely subjective. The 'best' site for someone seeking weight loss would no doubt be very different than one for an athlete. – wdypdx22 Sep 24 '10 at 20:58
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What's a good cure for athlete's foot?
added by Aardvark Sep 10 '10 at 19:12
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I'm 16, what will make me get big the fastest?
added by Quilb Sep 9 '10 at 7:04
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Will only lead to offtopic conversation and arguments. Possibly illegal activity that will hurt people. – Quilb Sep 9 '10 at 7:07
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How can I stretch my big, tight hamstrings without straining my weak lower back?
added by Jay Bazuzi Sep 9 '10 at 1:29
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How accurate do you find mapmyrun.com when measuring the length of your runs?
added by Steve Wranovsky Sep 7 '10 at 20:22
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What iPhone running apps are better than RunKeeper?
added by Torben Gundtofte-Bruun Sep 7 '10 at 15:17
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This is subjective. – wdypdx22 Sep 24 '10 at 20:32
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What iPhone running apps are better than RunKeeper?
added by Torben Gundtofte-Bruun Sep 7 '10 at 15:17
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This is meant as an off-topc example. – Torben Gundtofte-Bruun Sep 7 '10 at 15:17
@ torbengb: can you remove the double entry? – WikiSpeedia hang-around Sep 7 '10 at 17:59
@ Peter, sorry no that's not possible... – Torben Gundtofte-Bruun Sep 16 '10 at 13:59
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I have problems with my [ankles,elbows,knee,wrist], what exercises routine can I follow to stay in shape without exerting the (joint)?
added by Shawn Chin Aug 26 '10 at 9:10
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[X lift] has stalled at [Y weight] following [Z routine]. How can I improve?
added by awithrow Aug 25 '10 at 17:19
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My lower back rounds out at the bottom of my squat. What does this mean and how can I correct it?
added by awithrow Aug 25 '10 at 15:56
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Currently I go to the gym 3 times a week doing exercises for 2 muscle groups. Is it better to train 6 times exercising each group separately instead?
added by Niko Aug 25 '10 at 14:30
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Does consumption of creatine result in unwanted body odor?
added by WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 18 '10 at 21:45
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(Creatine: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creatine, "Creatine supplements are sometimes used by athletes, bodybuilders, and others who wish to gain muscle mass, typically consuming 2 to 3 times the amount that could be obtained from a very-high-protein diet.") – WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 18 '10 at 21:45
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How do I diagnose (and then correct) overuse injuries?
added by shabbychef, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 18 '10 at 21:45
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Ok. So what happens when someone comes on the site wanting to diagnose lateral knee pain? Then they get advice for ITBS, but actually they have a lateral meniscus tear. Seems like it's more of a medical question and not a good example. – wdypdx22 Sep 24 '10 at 20:50
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How do you motivate yourself into doing more exercise?
added by Richard Aug 18 '10 at 18:57
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I am a recreational cyclist. I have 8 weeks until a century bike ride. What is the best way to train for this?
added by wdypdx22 Aug 10 '10 at 16:31
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For how much time warm-up should be done before exercising in the gym?
added by Manish, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 7 '10 at 14:59
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Which is more important: stretching before or stretching after exercising?
added by iHeartGreek Jul 26 '10 at 19:28
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How many calories (on average) are burned for an hour of [exercise]?
added by iHeartGreek Jul 26 '10 at 19:27
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How do you do a proper sit-up without (feeling like you're) straining your neck?
added by iHeartGreek Jul 26 '10 at 19:18
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What type of shoes are best suited for [exercise]?
added by iHeartGreek Jul 26 '10 at 19:15
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What is the proper form for squats?
added by matt b Jul 22 '10 at 13:21
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What are the benefits of interval training, and how can I incorporate it into my running?
added by tobeannounced Jul 21 '10 at 9:05
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How do you properly and safely spot someone doing <exercise>?
added by Jon Seigel Jul 11 '10 at 16:36
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I LOL @ whoever voted this NaGE. – Jon Seigel Jul 16 '10 at 1:10
I think this question has multiple interpretations. ;) – Evan Plaice Jul 16 '10 at 1:21
@Evan: When I put "spot" in quotes, I meant it kind of as a slang term, because I'm not sure if everyone else says it that way. Point taken, although I question the vote without a comment suggesting improvement. It was meant to be a serious question. I'll remove the quotes if you think that would make it better. – Jon Seigel Jul 17 '10 at 1:36
@Jon no, I was just playing around. BTW, the NaGE wasn't mine. – Evan Plaice Jul 17 '10 at 4:15
@Evan: Okay. I removed the quotes anyway. – Jon Seigel Jul 17 '10 at 15:08
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What exercises can I do to strengthen my gluteal muscles?
added by Steve2k, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Jul 15 '10 at 9:41
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Does exercising my abdominal muscles help reduce my waist size?
added by Steve2k, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Jul 15 '10 at 9:37
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What stretches can I perform if I have weak knees before a run?
added by Steve2k Jul 15 '10 at 4:04
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I just strained my neck, what core exercises can I do without injuring it further?
added by Steve2k Jul 15 '10 at 4:02
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This has the basis of a good question, but I couldn't answer it w/o knowing what muscles were strained and the severity/grade of the strain...needs more specifics. – TyKisha Aug 21 '10 at 21:40
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How can I protect my hands while working with kettlebells?
added by Michael La Voie Jul 8 '10 at 22:55
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I do a lot of cyckling, and sawing/splitting of firewood (manually). Do I really need to go to a fitness center? [closed]
added by WikiSpeedia hang-around Jul 6 '10 at 2:51
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closed as off topic by Mr Shark, Kyra, Steve2k, Greg Shackles, Andreas Bonini Jul 25 '10 at 18:12

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.
It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.
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