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SandyQ Posts: 84 Joined: 2003/01/11	2003/01/15, 02:01 PM I've always wondered this. I notice everybody in the gym is holding the hand rail of the treadmills. Is this okay to do? I normally swing my arms, unless of course I'm not having a good day, and hold with one hand and swing the other. Does it matter??
sandysford Posts: 1,139 Joined: 2002/11/18	2003/01/15, 02:22 PM When I holf the handles it takes longer to break a sweat, Let go of those handle, what a workout!!!!!!!!! -------------- I will lift my own weight someday!!!!!
Sempai Posts: 447 Joined: 2002/06/06	2003/01/15, 02:48 PM You will get a more complete workout if you engage your uper body so swing away. -------------- Never be afraid to try something new. Remember the ark was built by amateurs, The Titanic was built by professionals.
ngower Posts: 34 Joined: 2003/01/11	2003/01/15, 05:43 PM When I first started using treadmills i hung on the handles, because I felt like I might fall. Once I got use to them I stoped holding them, I find it works much better. Nathan
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/01/15, 07:18 PM Don't hold them, the only time to hold them is when you want your hr. -------------- The trouble with jogging is that, by the time you realize you are not in shape for it, it is too far to walk back! Franklin P. Jones Ivan Montreal Canada
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2003/01/16, 01:22 AM lol I never thought about that one but it's true!!! It's the same with the stairmaster...... people tend to put half of their bodyweigth on the upper machine handles....... Errr not a brilliant idea since you can get hurting neck problems and you'll loose half of the benefits of the work out! -------------- - Nina :o) Les Victoires éternelles sont celles du coeur.
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2003/01/16, 01:23 AM Oh by the way a good idea to better results: take some small dumbbells in your hands and swing them around!!! (o; -------------- - Nina :o) Les Victoires éternelles sont celles du coeur.
spartann Posts: 3 Joined: 2002/12/02	2003/01/16, 01:23 AM Treadmill is one thing I just cannot do. I cannot run for more than 5 mins; reasons being - uneasiness, boredom & lack of determination. Is there any good alternative to tredmills? I am looking to reduce my lowerbody fat. Please help. Jack California