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Forum: Health & Fitness 08-29-2012, 05:13 PM
Replies: 32
Poll: Standstill's and my fitness program
Views: 2,228
Posted By chess9
Terrible idea from an exercise physiology...

Terrible idea from an exercise physiology standpoint, but it looks fun and a lot like something I did in college. If you aren't a pro fun is the name of the game. Go for it!
Forum: Health & Fitness 08-29-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 40
How to lose weight the right way?
Views: 3,119
Posted By chess9
Diets fail, lifestyle changes can succeed. You...

Diets fail, lifestyle changes can succeed.

You know what to eat and not to eat, probably. And you know how much to eat. The problem is the messages for junk food many of us succumb to.

Do not try...
Forum: Health & Fitness 08-29-2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
What's the best way to build statima?
Views: 1,459
Posted By chess9
Tempo runs just under lactate threshold for 20 to...

Tempo runs just under lactate threshold for 20 to 60 minutes, assuming you have a sufficient base of LSD running. You should have some trouble talking at tempo pace but should not be struggling to...
Forum: Health & Fitness 08-29-2012, 12:30 PM
Replies: 21
Heart rate monitors - anyone using one?
Views: 2,725
Posted By chess9
Polar rcx5. Great product.

Polar rcx5. Great product.
Forum: Health & Fitness 08-29-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 8
Best workout for 49 year old???
Views: 1,468
Posted By chess9
X2 on the bike. Warm up 10-20 minutes with a few...

X2 on the bike.
Warm up 10-20 minutes with a few fast spin ups (120 RPMs), then 10 x 30 seconds ALL OUT with 2 minute rest interval. Cool down 10 minutes.
Running at the track, similar drill. Warm...
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-24-2010, 02:27 PM
Replies: 374
TT Competitive Runners Thread
Views: 11,264
Posted By chess9
I just got the medical report on my treadmill...

I just got the medical report on my treadmill stress test. I did 14.25 minutes on the Bruce Protocol. I did start jogging lightly about minute 12 and onwards, but apparently one of the leads was...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 03-12-2010, 05:52 AM
Replies: 24
Single Handed Backhand, 90,95,100 sq inch Head size
Views: 1,848
Posted By chess9
Such small differences in head sizes is...

Such small differences in head sizes is non-consequential, IMHO.

-Robert
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-07-2010, 04:07 PM
Replies: 24
Do you ever do exercises to improve your balance?
Views: 2,096
Posted By chess9
Those are very good. I do pistols occasionally,...

Those are very good. I do pistols occasionally, but will try the book and tea cup routines.

I also do lunges, btw, and I think they are helpful for balance.

But, specificity counts, so on court...
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-07-2010, 03:59 PM
Replies: 107
So I Broke My Arm Squatting
Views: 5,044
Posted By chess9
Yes, of course. The weight really isn't all that...

Yes, of course. The weight really isn't all that much for a younger guy. Just a freak accident.

When you start squatting over 700 lbs, then you are getting into serious squatting. ;)

-Robert
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-07-2010, 03:57 PM
Replies: 107
So I Broke My Arm Squatting
Views: 5,044
Posted By chess9
LOL! I can't do the low bar position. I have tons...

LOL! I can't do the low bar position. I have tons of respect for Rippetoe, but no thanks. I also use the Smith Machine always for my squats, and haven't gone over 300 in 5 years, maybe longer. I'm...
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-07-2010, 10:05 AM
Replies: 24
Do you ever do exercises to improve your balance?
Views: 2,096
Posted By chess9
I was just discussing this very topic with an...

I was just discussing this very topic with an older friend who has trouble recovering after a shot. If you watch older players their hip flexors, glutes, quads, and hamstrings are weak. But, it's not...
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-07-2010, 06:37 AM
Replies: 32
losing weight.
Views: 1,173
Posted By chess9
Nice site! Also, try Tom Venuto at...

Nice site! Also, try Tom Venuto at http://www.tomvenuto.com/ Gotta' remind Tom to stop using those pics of me from last summer. ;)

-Robert
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-06-2010, 03:11 PM
Replies: 32
losing weight.
Views: 1,173
Posted By chess9
Any slow digesting protein/fat/carb like natural...

Any slow digesting protein/fat/carb like natural peanut butter, nuts, chicken/beef pieces (lean and clean!), etc. will help delay hunger. If you are hungry and eat something like a Twinkie you will...
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-06-2010, 08:59 AM
Replies: 32
losing weight.
Views: 1,173
Posted By chess9
Vegetables are generally low glycemic index...

Vegetables are generally low glycemic index carbs, so they are good. Unfortunately, most yogurt sold commercially is loaded with SUGAR.

If you tend to be an endomorph then eat slightly more...
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-03-2010, 08:25 AM
Replies: 32
losing weight.
Views: 1,173
Posted By chess9
Losing weight can be difficult, and simply...

Losing weight can be difficult, and simply cutting out a few calories usually doesn't accomplish much after the first few days because your body will adapt to a lower caloric intake.

To seriously...
Forum: Health & Fitness 03-03-2010, 08:18 AM
Replies: 107
So I Broke My Arm Squatting
Views: 5,044
Posted By chess9
You were doing front squats, right? No meaningful...

You were doing front squats, right? No meaningful arm involvement normally in back squats. But, it's a strange injury....Sorry to hear about it, mate. My son had that break at Disney doing the world...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-09-2010, 03:45 AM
Replies: 3
Nopalea by Trivita-any comments on this?
Views: 1,156
Posted By chess9
Without some modest research on efficacy and...

Without some modest research on efficacy and safety, why take something like that? It's probably not harmful, but why risk it?

When it comes to this kind of magic medicine, remember Mencken's...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-09-2010, 03:37 AM
Replies: 27
Improve your tennis strength with this? (saw it on Tennis channel)
Views: 2,603
Posted By chess9
For older people (like 80), young children,...

For older people (like 80), young children, non-exercisers and perhaps small females, I'd think it would have some benefit. Remember, something IS better than nothing. :) However, it isn't working...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-09-2010, 03:31 AM
Replies: 36
Practice pain: Love it or hate it? How do you deal with it?
Views: 1,316
Posted By chess9
Crying helps. ;) -Robert

Crying helps. ;)

-Robert
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-04-2010, 03:28 PM
Replies: 18
Benefits of Big Lifts Aren't So Big
Views: 1,035
Posted By chess9
You know that is a very controversial area....

You know that is a very controversial area. (Naughty boy!) Supposedly, a maximum of 3 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight is the safe MAXIMUM for long term useage per Berardi. No one needs...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-04-2010, 09:17 AM
Replies: 18
Benefits of Big Lifts Aren't So Big
Views: 1,035
Posted By chess9
I doubt I put on that much muscle, though I got a...

I doubt I put on that much muscle, though I got a lot stronger. We were estimating body fat in the 1970's with calipers as you may recall. :) I did wear a tight 46 long suit in those days with size...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-04-2010, 08:19 AM
Replies: 18
Benefits of Big Lifts Aren't So Big
Views: 1,035
Posted By chess9
At that time I was about 6'1" tall. I'm just...

At that time I was about 6'1" tall. I'm just slightly over 6 feet now.

I love your sig, btw!

-Robert
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-04-2010, 03:58 AM
Replies: 18
Benefits of Big Lifts Aren't So Big
Views: 1,035
Posted By chess9
Interesting article, Snoopy!! Thanks for...

Interesting article, Snoopy!! Thanks for that.

It takes years, IMHO, to put on significant muscle mass. We get kids coming into this forum on a regular basis saying they want to 'add 20 lbs of...
Forum: For Sale or Trade 02-03-2010, 01:39 PM
Replies: 0
Prince EXO3 mid (93), one grip 3, one grip 4
Views: 254
Posted By chess9
Prince EXO3 mid (93), one grip 3, one grip 4

Grip 3 strung with gut in the crosses and Spintex red poly in the mains at 58/55.
About 8.0-8.5 condition. $80, shipped in CONUS.

Grip 4 strung with a multifilament at 52, and could use a...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-02-2010, 03:54 PM
Replies: 34
Your top 5 Healthy "Tennis" Foods/drinks
Views: 2,946
Posted By chess9
Alrighty then! -Robert

Alrighty then!

-Robert
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