I have a heavy lower body. Is placing weight on the thighs while doing leg raises a more effective way of toning the lower body? How much weight can be used and how many sets should begin with? Please ...

I have recently started going to the gym. I am wondering if the treadmill or cross trainer shows the exact calories burnt. Are gym monitors reliable? Do they show the correct readings? Please advise.

Q: Last February I joined a local gym and paid for a one-year membership. I attended the gym a few times but then it closed due to restrictions imposed by the public health authorities. When the gym ...