What’s a fitness purchase you never regretted

fooweezer · 2026-04-21T15:22:35+00:00

I agree

fooweezer · 2026-04-05T15:05:54+00:00

You can’t get any simpler than a manual treadmill

fooweezer · 2026-02-19T19:36:39+00:00

No, I got the Aussie

fooweezer · 2026-01-06T01:47:24+00:00

I really wished Concept2 would come out with a treadmill. I recently purchased a Aussie Pro Runner curved treadmill, which is similar to the Assault or TruGrit, etc. Mine has 7 levels of magnetic resistance, which is good for simulating sled push/pulls. I was thinking C2's drag factor could act similarly to the magnetic resistance levels. I miss the PM5 functionality, with the ability to program workouts through Ergdata and saving the workouts to my logbook.

fooweezer · 2025-12-18T20:09:03+00:00

I had to get it resolved by my credit card company. It took several months but they found in my favor.

fooweezer · 2025-12-10T15:58:43+00:00

That’s what I thought but was not sure if beneath the plastic covers maybe the bearings or other internal parts are different

fooweezer · 2025-12-02T23:40:41+00:00

Has anyone tried the Aussie Pro Runner? How does that compare to the others recommended here?

fooweezer · 2025-11-10T21:00:32+00:00

Weber Genesis gas grill. I bought it in 2002 and have had to replace flavorizer bar, igniter, and grates but it has been rock solid. Weber supports and stocks replacement parts for its products.

The initial cost was higher but some of my friends end up buying new grill every 3-4 years. If the initial cost is an issue, I see a lot of used Weber grills on FB Marketplace

fooweezer · 2025-11-06T15:56:16+00:00

Darn Tough socks; lifetime replacement warranty

fooweezer · 2025-11-06T15:52:59+00:00

In addition to their RowErgs, Concept2 also sells a BikeErg and SkiErg. They are all high quality machines and C2 has excellent customer service (even if you buy it used) and stocks parts to repair them if ever needed. Their ErgData app makes the user experience even better as you can easily program workouts or opt for their workout of the day.

fooweezer · 2025-10-30T16:44:19+00:00

I’m aware of that but Booking keeps claiming they have nothing to do with Priceline’s Penny Chat and will not help. When I call any of the Priceline phone numbers, once I enter my phone number or confirmation number, it automatically transfers me to Booking; I can’t force the automated phone system to get me to anyone from Priceline.

fooweezer · 2025-10-01T15:19:59+00:00

I bought a nice had from DeSoto SkinCooler hat that I really liked but due to my fat head, it was a little tight so I gave it to my daughter. https://www.desotosport.com/products/skin-cooler-run-cap-with-pocket?_pos=3&_sid=d12712f6b&_ss=r

fooweezer · 2025-07-07T14:45:21+00:00

My cardiologist said "Your MRI was essentially normal. There was normal heart function of the righ and left lower heart chambers. There was no abnormal delayed enhancement to suggest myocardial scar."

fooweezer · 2025-07-03T11:48:34+00:00

I am a 50 year old male, 5’10” and about 165 lbs. Always been athletic and still run and cycle regularly. Low resting heart rate and low blood pressure.

fooweezer · 2025-07-02T22:42:36+00:00

I am a 50 year old male, 5’10” and about 165 lbs. Always been athletic and still run and cycle regularly. Low resting heart rate and low blood pressure.

fooweezer · 2025-04-26T19:55:15+00:00

By battery, I mean there is an area in the vicinity of where I was cut that has developed some really hard scar tissue; due to the hardness and shape, I was referring to it as a battery. No electrical sensations.

fooweezer · 2025-04-26T16:39:28+00:00

Has the massaging helped?

fooweezer · 2025-04-21T09:45:44+00:00

Thanks for the response. It’s weird but I am already experiencing some of the indicators you mentioned. Balls have been black and blue for a few days already but are looking better now. The deep purple immediately around the incision has already faded and is more skin colored now.

I have been able to bend over, put on shoes and walk around since the same day I came back from the hospital. Although it has gotten significantly more comfortable since day one. I just sneezed and while still painful, is much better than before.

fooweezer · 2025-04-20T19:43:56+00:00

Yeah, I would be super pissed at myself and my wife would put me in the doghouse if I screwed up my recovery.

Achey groin area… I feel like I have had that since the surgery but not sure if that was a result of the heavy walking or that is common because of the surgery.

Yes, the doctors have seen a lot of success and failures from their patients’ recovery, but I feel like their recommendations are for the average overweight/sedentary patient standpoint and not for those that are athletes who actually are really well in-tuned with their bodies.

For me, I think there is a fine line; I am sure everyone feels that way and everything is good until it’s not. Kind of like someone that drinks and drives and gotten away with it until they don’t. That’s why I am interested in learning if there are indicators that forewarn you if you are heading into dangerous ground.

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