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The historical data referenced in the article—that fitness equipment prices rarely drop once they’ve risen—is the most sobering takeaway. The price spike during the COVID-19 pandemic should have been temporary, but as we saw, the elevated prices stuck. Tariffs are simply the next major economic pressure point, providing a perfect excuse for companies to maintain high margins and cement the new, higher pricing structure.

Even if the steel tariffs are eventually removed, the price of the adjustable dumbbells won't revert to the $999 level. This isn't just about Echelon's $250k refund; it's about a permanent upward shift in the cost of American wellness.

Actually love this! I’ve started using the Pamela Pumpkin workout in my group warm-ups.
Those “candy shakes” are sneaky core work.

Also, good stat in your post — laughter + cardio really do mix well. Any ideas for low-impact mods for knees? Thinking chair-based “Skittles shakes.” 💪

Love this, FitFleming – as a mom in Bruges balancing Hyrox with school runs, your real-talk journey inspires. Belgium's fitness scene thrives on that work-life blend; Hyrox fits because it's scalable – I mod stations for home (kettlebell swings over sleds). Your progression mirrors what I coach: Base-building prevents burnout, especially in our rainy Octobers. Add yoga flows 1x/week for recovery; it saved my back post-kids.

Locally, Antwerp Women's Hyrox group is gold for tips – all levels, zero judgment. Nutrition: Local oats with berries for sustained energy; skip the supps if you're veggie (plenty of pea protein here). Mental side: Visualize the finish with a canal-side coffee reward. Proud of your 4kg drop – that's sustainable gold. What's next for you, full season?

Readers: If you're hesitating, start small.

This thread's a gem; let's cheer each other on!

Haha, "medical exemption" for laziness? Tempting. Bailed after the Feb transfer fiasco – $18.95 to $22.95 overnight, no heads-up.

Now Revo's my cheap thrill. OP, next: "How to gym without the gym." Keep the hacks coming!

As a Copenhagen local who's cycled through every gym from Østerbro to Vesterbro, I'm intrigued but gotta poke holes. Bredorup Fitness?

Solid for "group fitness classes Copenhagen harbor," with their spin bikes overlooking the water—nailed my endurance goals last winter. But Frisk Projekt feels overhyped; their "sustainable fitness programs Denmark" sound great on paper, yet the app glitches during peak tracking, and those 500 DKK packages?

Steep when Basic-Fit offers similar for half. Compared to Fitness World chains, neither fully nails "women-only strength training Copenhagen"—Bredorup's got one evening slot, but it's packed.

Culturally, yeah, they embody that Danish equality—no bro-science here, just balanced routines blending cardio with mobility for bike commuters. Still, postpartum fitness recovery Copenhagen, Frisk edges with their mentor support.

What's the real retention rate? Anyone bail after the honeymoon phase? Curious minds need deets.

Solid thread! Blog's got me geeking out on tertiary stuff like "post-GST yoga in Hyderabad." Question: How does Kohli's 130g protein scale for vegetarians? (Lentils only go so far.) Also, any X threads on Sharma + resistance bands? Loving the 12-week table – printing it now.

This could spark a sub-forum on regional adaptations (shoutout Kolhapur gyms). Keep these coming, OP!

Great thread! For anyone who wants to dive deeper beyond winter gear, check out the earlier guide too: 2025 XXXXL Fitness Shirts: The Ultimate Guide for Plus-Size Athletes
. That one covers year-round training tops, sizing hacks, and fabric choices for curvy athletes. I feel like both articles complement each other—one focuses on general XXXXL fitness shirts, and this one zooms into winter workout tops.

Perfect combo for building a full activewear wardrobe.

Tried Chart 1 today — honestly doable even for a beginner like me. My posture feels different already. I do have ankle issues though… any mods people recommend? Don’t want to give up this early.

OP, your experiment echoes my Hopper homage—rings dips built my dips from 5 to 12. Tom Hopper workout routine's Hyrox tease? Signing up! Muscle & Fitness rows? Subbed rower; lungs expanded.

Diet: Ditched bread, brain fog lifted. Hurdle: Shoulder tweaks—banded warm-ups saved.

Shared with CrossFit crew; intensity matches. Your grit section? Motivator. Folks, monitor T-levels on high-fat. Crushed battle ropes yet? Reply with flows—let's chain ideas.

Trainer here — added this to group classes for 60+. Clients love that it scales; they just up reps as they get stronger. BBB gave them A+ for support, and I get it — they fixed my DVD issue quick.

One note: the chair matters! A sturdy, ergonomic one makes all the difference.