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I imagine most people would think of a zimmer-frame as a medical aid for the elderly and the infirmed; and, so it is - to a certain extent. However, in many respects, I would suggest that it could also be considered as an important piece of gym apparatus.
I imagine most people would think of a zimmer-frame as a medical aid for the elderly and the infirmed; and, so it is - to a certain extent. However, in many respects, I would suggest that it could also be considered as an important piece of gym apparatus.
For example, in my own recent experience (see above; going to hospital and returning with a new cast), since I'm unable to put any pressure on my injured ankle, my arms are having to take almost all my weight as I hop along on my good leg with the aid of the zimmer-frame.
Although (apart from when I was at school and in the army), I have never been in a gym in my life, I can see that this exercise seems to be having three beneficial effects insofar as I am concerned. Firstly, the muscles in my good leg are being strengthened. Secondly, the same will be happening to the muscles of both arms; and finally - and quite intriguingly - the tummy which has appeared over the last couple of years seems to be decreasing. Now, when you think about it, that isn't really surprising because each individual step with a zimmer-frame has almost the same effect as a full body press-up.
So, I present to you my nomination for the best unsung body-building aid of all time....................
Although (apart from when I was at school and in the army), I have never been in a gym in my life, I can see that this exercise seems to be having three beneficial effects insofar as I am concerned. Firstly, the muscles in my good leg are being strengthened. Secondly, the same will be happening to the muscles of both arms; and finally - and quite intriguingly - the tummy which has appeared over the last couple of years seems to be decreasing. Now, when you think about it, that isn't really surprising because each individual step with a zimmer-frame has almost the same effect as a full body press-up.
So, I present to you my nomination for the best unsung body-building aid of all time....................
ZIMMER-FRAME
