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Old 12-06-2006, 07:15 PM
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Default MD is a good workout

I work out constantly and took the day off that Tuesday to MD. After I was dine my traps were sore like if I had worked them out. Also the cardio is good because you do a lot of walking. Worse part of Tuesday is that I went about 28 hours without eating anything because I had some bloodwork done to make sure I am 100% okay my yearly check up. So all that MD, workout then right to draw blood. Once I drew blood I had a great brunck. IT WAS A GREAT DAY!
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Old 12-06-2006, 07:52 PM
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Default I Agree

Metal Detecting is definately a great workout. From the first days I started MDing, my thighs were killing me... telling me that I was VERY out of shape! LOL! However, the more I went out to Metal Detect, the less my thighs would hurt after and realized that MDing was a benefit healthwise. I hear that a lot of people take up MDing for health benefits.

Are there any TQ Members here that got into the hobby for health benefits?
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Old 12-16-2006, 10:45 PM
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My right arm is getting big from Swinging my Heavy Minelab Explorer SE. LOL
I think i saw on another forum you have an Explorer too BoobieinPA.

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Old 12-17-2006, 01:13 PM
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My right arm is getting big from Swinging my Heavy Minelab Explorer SE. LOL
I think i saw on another forum you have an Explorer too BoobieinPA.
Exactly how heavy is the Minelab Explorer SE?
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Old 12-17-2006, 04:07 PM
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Exactly how heavy is the Minelab Explorer SE?
I'm not sure how heavy it is, but it feels about 3 times heavier than my old bounty hunter Pioneer 202.

I'm getting used to the weight difference now and it is getting easier. It's probally not any heavier than 4 pounds at the most though. (I'm Guessing)
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Old 12-20-2006, 09:13 PM
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Sometimes, I have to find alternative ways to get up after my knees have been locked in a squating position.
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Old 01-12-2007, 10:53 AM
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Yes, detecting is a great workout!!!

You'll be amazed at how far you actually walk in an afternoon of MDing. During the winter months, I try to stay active as much as possible so I won't be too much out of shape for the spring season.
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Old 01-15-2007, 06:45 PM
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so i guess i shouldnt buy an ATV to go MDing ?









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Old 02-03-2007, 11:04 PM
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Default Harness experience anyone?

My Minelab gets heavy, arms and shoulders tire. The ads for a harness to support part of the weight read great. But do you know anyone who has used one?
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Old 03-11-2007, 11:44 PM
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Default Harness is great

Suggestion made that I try the Swingy Thing. Really helps!
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