gamer.tv Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 On holiday so went for a jog around the local town. One wrong turn, two massive hills and my phone tells me I covered about 6 miles. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted October 31, 2021 Share Posted October 31, 2021 3 3/4 miles on a road I know felt glorious. Even though 1/5 of it is up an irritating incline. Enough in the tank to do the last mile 3/4 pace, walking across roads as my rest period. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 Spoke to my sister about running and now we’ve decided to have a go at a half marathon in May. Just did my first training run (a very relaxed 5 mile run) which felt easy. Tomorrow is supposed to be a three mile run, so I may add in some speed work to see if I can increase my pace at all (I’m terrible for running further but never faster). Only downside is. I wife bought me some new running shoes for Christmas and it’s rubbed the top of my heel, so I may have to use them for strength sessions and get some other new ones for running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted December 28, 2021 Share Posted December 28, 2021 I bought some adjustable dumbbells but returned them because I found it very awkward trying to use them without a bench and a bench is more equipment than I want taking up space in my apartment. Got an adjustable kettlebell instead and just did this workout, which I really liked, but it feels like it's incomplete on calves and chest? The leg stuff felt focused on quads and hamstrings and I felt the overhead press activating my chest a bit but not enough that it feels like I got a chest workout in. Any ideas on what to supplement this workout with to round it out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 5.4 miles included a warm down walk at the end. Had my old trainers though and it felt like I was running barefoot at the start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimpleG Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 On 12/28/2021 at 7:42 AM, Jason said: I felt the overhead press activating my chest a bit but not enough that it feels like I got a chest workout in. Any ideas on what to supplement this workout with to round it out? Yea the OHP will do nothing for chest building on its own. Also dont push press if you can help it, try and keep it strict. Without a bench your kind of stuck doing floor presses. For calves you can do donkey raises or weighted calf raises. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted January 17, 2022 Share Posted January 17, 2022 More half marathon training so what should have been a 5 mile run (by the sat nav) ended up being 6.5 miles with a bag that had my laptop in it. That said, it was very hilly but felt great the whole time. My half route is flat mostly so I’m hoping it’ll be an easy finish and a springboard to thinking about a full marathon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted January 18, 2022 Share Posted January 18, 2022 Taught swimming this afternoon, do 30 minutes of being in the water then a two mile recovery run (and a shirt dog walk afterwards). Feeling stupidly good at the moment. Update: rest day on Wednesday but did walk a good 5 miles and a 3.5 mile run today. Another test day tomorrow, circuits on Saturday and then a long run on Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 6 mile run up hill. Fook’d but off to the pub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 3 mile hill run session on Thursday that was horrible. I’m planning on a 6.5 mile run tomorrow, then off for a beach walk - but if I feel good I can keep going up to about 9 miles. Update: Change of plan. 7 mile run whilst my wife meets up with a friend. Update 2: the plan changed as the route I saw was on a busy road. Took a detour and ending up running about 10 and 1/4 miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted March 6, 2022 Share Posted March 6, 2022 After the long run last week, I’ve only run once last week (walking every day and some swimming). I’m aiming to go for a 3 mile run then some strength work after work tomorrow, then yoga. Have a late day on Tuesday so I might do a short run home and then need to get another 5 miler, 8 miler and circuit session in…somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 Went in my second run post-COVID-19 today. 3.2 miles, but ran at 7.30 pace, which for me is rapid. It also felt great. Bit of a race against time now to be half marathon ready (22nd of May), but I’ll do an easier run of the same distance tomorrow, then a long one this week to test my legs out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 Planned on an 8 miler today, but felt like shit about 1/3 of the way through do changes by route for 6 miles. Think it was a mix of not eating enough carbs the day before, late breakfast and a poor warm up/mindset. Will try for a long run next week and see if that works out more successfully. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted May 7, 2022 Share Posted May 7, 2022 Planning on 11 (ish) miles tomorrow, then a walk on the beach and maybe a little swim with my wife and daughter. Probably the second to last long run before the half, so here’s hoping I don’t die halfway again. I’ve eaten a load of carbs tonight, will force a few more in, then I probably won’t eat before running tomorrow (but I’ll have a coffee and a few pints of water in lieu). Update: did it, ended up literally 50m shy of 12 miles. Ran it very slow, but it wasn’t horrendous. Then enjoyed a nice hour at the beach 😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emblazon Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 I'm back on everything again, and at my age, it's dangerous to be overweight/obese. Already dropped about 15 pounds in the past month or so. For food: • Oats Overnight • Huel Black @Commissar SFLUFAN • MUD/WTR (coffee replacement) • For milk I use Fair Life, which tastes amazing, and has a ridiculous amount of protein for milk • Frog Fuel for protein boosts Then I make something low carb for dinner I've also signed up for Lumen. It's actually been really great, because while I do limit what I eat, it's not a diet. It tells me what my macros should be every day, and I have to figure out how to get there. I'm tempted to get an Oura, but I don't know how much better it will be than the metrics on my Galaxy Watch. For working out, I'm full on Peloton. I've had the bike for a few years and love it. I just recently got their camera, Peloton Guide, that allows you to see yourself while working out. It's not a game changer or anything, but since I paid for it, that's motivation enough to use it. For the weights I use Poweblocks. Very highly recommend. I'm around 220 now, and the goal is to get as close to 170 as possible by October. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emblazon Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 I also just ordered a bunch of Innoshred products. I've used NightShred to assist in sleeping, so I'm curious to try their new version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Completed the half marathon. All was well until mile 9 when my calves and hips just gave out, along with it being stupidly hot. Cue walking up hills but running the downward slopes and flat. I’ll do another one, but in the autumn or winter and see if that’s any better! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 First run since the above, 5.5km and it felt glorious, along with 20 minutes of yoga. Setting a few new personal goals but one aim is to run a 10k under 48 minutes, along with a few, generic strength goals (50 push ups, 10 pull ups, 3 minute plank) to get to before I start proper S&C training in July. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_m_b_m_b_m Posted June 7, 2022 Share Posted June 7, 2022 I forgot just how much fun riding a bike is. I’ve finally been able to get one from a friend and the past couple days I’ve got out and rode around town. I’d visit the river but I’d be dreading the trip back due to the massive hills surrounding it downtown. now just need to seal the deal with the wife to sell our second car. I may have to buy her a bike first though… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 Couple of miles running in the ‘little bit too hot, but not to the point of dying’ sun. Also did a few hill sprints after the first mile to really make it horrible. Hoping tomorrow to do a short jog for a warm up, then 25 minutes of body weight work, then collect daughter and home. Hopefully! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slug Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 I've completely fallen off and gotta get back to it. I'm +30 since just Christmas. Work from home is killer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted June 22, 2022 Share Posted June 22, 2022 Had a bit of an epiphany about my training this summer. I think I’ve accepted the fact that beasting myself to a stupid degree is something I’m past. I’m going to target preservation of the key areas that I'm injury prone (calves and hips by building up my flexor and flutes), then add in core and some chest/shoulders/back work for balance. Continue with yoga as well, as and when I can. Then, as I love running, carry that on, but ensure at least one session is vaguely aerobic. Also, nearly sorted a road bike so I’m going to use that instead of running (some days) soon and add more swimming. It’s only 4 weeks till the holidays when I can build this into a routine. #blog Edit: the irony that my sore calf is definitely a tear and will take a few weeks to recover. I’ve even had to take the bus to the bus rather than my lovely 1 3/4 mile walk in the mornings. Need to work out what I can do to keep up on…something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 Felt my calf was getting better and was sore due to scar tissue rather than anything more severe. Went for a run, ended up doing a decent 3.5 miles, in about 30 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamer.tv Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 4.5 miles this evening. I’ve been foam rolling and stretching a lot which is managing the whole calf thing. I think I’m hitting the point now where running feels amazing and allows me complete mindfulness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ominous Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 My pace has been shit since I had some nerve issues in February, but I'm starting to get some of my stamina back. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury33 Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 Looking to pick up an incline bench for home. Any recommendations? Is just grabbing one from Dick’s fine? Or is there a definite difference in quality among them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimpleG Posted July 3, 2022 Share Posted July 3, 2022 53 minutes ago, Mercury33 said: Looking to pick up an incline bench for home. Any recommendations? Is just grabbing one from Dick’s fine? Or is there a definite difference in quality among them? You need to look at the total weight spec and how many different degrees of angle you need. If you are just doing run of the mill dumbbell/body exercises and assuming your weight is 200 or less , you want something rated for 500 to 600 pounds. I would start off with something like this https://www.amazon.com/Multi-Purpose-Adjustable-Utility-Bench/dp/B07KK5RFM8/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1YIZ4PZFJ92JB&keywords=cap%2Bweight%2Bbench&qid=1656862212&s=sporting-goods&sprefix=cap%2B%2Csporting%2C77&sr=1-5&th=1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury33 Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 10 hours ago, SimpleG said: You need to look at the total weight spec and how many different degrees of angle you need. If you are just doing run of the mill dumbbell/body exercises and assuming your weight is 200 or less , you want something rated for 500 to 600 pounds. I would start off with something like this https://www.amazon.com/Multi-Purpose-Adjustable-Utility-Bench/dp/B07KK5RFM8/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1YIZ4PZFJ92JB&keywords=cap%2Bweight%2Bbench&qid=1656862212&s=sporting-goods&sprefix=cap%2B%2Csporting%2C77&sr=1-5&th=1 Sweet thanks man! Yeah just looking to incorporate so basic dumbbell stuff into my routine to mix it up. 195 trying to get back to 185. The eternal back and forth haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSpreader Posted July 11, 2022 Author Share Posted July 11, 2022 Went to the gym hard yesterday and today, now I feel so sick. That post workout flu feeling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSpreader Posted July 11, 2022 Author Share Posted July 11, 2022 Feeling better today, last night was all shivers and cold sweats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TUFKAK Posted July 12, 2022 Share Posted July 12, 2022 I’ve massively downsized since I was formerly active here, I’m not a fan of how I look but I feel incredibly better down 30 pounds. Lockdown forced me to re-examine my priorities out of necessity, no gym kind of forced my hand. I’ve come to terms with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TUFKAK Posted July 15, 2022 Share Posted July 15, 2022 Cutting hard for Sardinia and Cabo next month. 30+ minutes of intervals daily and when I’m off work 2-3 a days are my normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury33 Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 What’s this groups thoughts on Pre-Workouts and Creatine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TUFKAK Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 4 hours ago, Mercury33 said: What’s this groups thoughts on Pre-Workouts and Creatine? Pre-workout worries me in relation to cardiovascular health. With that said it absolutely will amp you up. Creatine I’m not a huge believer in when considered in relation to mass or strength gains. It will promote water retention and potentially enhance atp utilization but otherwise I’ve not seen much. But then again, the likelihood of harm I’d say is pretty minimal. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Vic20 Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 I've been putting myself back together after a few disastrous years of physical self neglect. I had hit a staggering 289lbs. I am now down to 259 and running & lifting 5 days a week so I hope to have myself back to my historically fit target weight of 210 by Christmas. Hard going, but I can already feel the benefits! I will say that it was embarrassing to see full cobwebs on my free weight bench when I returned to it 6 weeks ago! But such is life, so I muttered a "hello old friend..." and set to it! 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.