Members Rudy Posted April 5, 2020 Members Share Posted April 5, 2020 2 hours ago, ZicoKelly said: Need some time off the booze No cans in the house and ran out of weed Aiming to stay off it till Thursday if not Friday Back went last week but going to do 5 miles today, hopefully Need to feel fit again Think I’ve drank every night since lockdown. I need to nip it in the bud and have some time off. Slippery slope and all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Zico Posted April 5, 2020 Moderators Share Posted April 5, 2020 32 minutes ago, Rudy’s Message said: Think I’ve drank every night since lockdown. I need to nip it in the bud and have some time off. Slippery slope and all that. Im still going for a run but suspect I will feel fresh after and therefore decide to crack on with some Sunday boozing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Rudy Posted April 5, 2020 Members Share Posted April 5, 2020 58 minutes ago, ZicoKelly said: Im still going for a run but suspect I will feel fresh after and therefore decide to crack on with some Sunday boozing Sunday boozing doesn’t count Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deane koontz Posted April 5, 2020 Share Posted April 5, 2020 30km bike ride at 7am this morning before the window lickers started knocking about. I'm now in the middle of convincing myself i should get wankered as a reward. But i know ill get fuck all done tomorrow if i do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Zico Posted April 5, 2020 Moderators Share Posted April 5, 2020 1 hour ago, Rudy’s Message said: Sunday boozing doesn’t count done my 5m run still the weekend the week starts tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley Posted April 5, 2020 Share Posted April 5, 2020 70 mins on the bike (42 with my Mrs - her first outing - so the pace was a bit Driving Miss Daisy). Left her at home and cracked on for the rest of the time at much faster pace. Discovering local paths, trails and housing areas I never knew existed nearby. Got home with energy to spare - so got the kettlebells, skipping rope and resistance bands out and did a decent 40 mins session in the garden. Treated myself to a couple of Strongbow Dark Fruits. Far from my first choice. Our stocks are low and I’m now tackling the leftover Xmas drink we’d bought for family and guests. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Zico Posted April 6, 2020 Moderators Share Posted April 6, 2020 decided resistance bands are wank so now want some kettle bells so looking at these: seems cheap: https://www.amazon.co.uk/We-Sports-28kg30kg-Kettlebell-Exercise/dp/B00KRHXN6Y seems expensive: https://www.amazon.co.uk/We-Kettlebells-Exercise-Kettlebell-Training/dp/B01AUXM8HO I don't mind paying higher price for the equipment, just want to avoid either buying cheap crap, or overpriced stuff any one know anything about kettle bells? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave2980 Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 9 minutes ago, ZicoKelly said: decided resistance bands are wank so now want some kettle bells so looking at these: seems cheap: https://www.amazon.co.uk/We-Sports-28kg30kg-Kettlebell-Exercise/dp/B00KRHXN6Y seems expensive: https://www.amazon.co.uk/We-Kettlebells-Exercise-Kettlebell-Training/dp/B01AUXM8HO I don't mind paying higher price for the equipment, just want to avoid either buying cheap crap, or overpriced stuff any one know anything about kettle bells? The first link looks to be a 4 Kg Kettlebell and the other link a 44 Kg kettlebell. Big difference in weight as well as price! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Zico Posted April 6, 2020 Moderators Share Posted April 6, 2020 1 minute ago, dave2980 said: The first link looks to be a 4 Kg Kettlebell and the other link a 44 Kg kettlebell. Big difference in weight as well as price! this is why those links are confusing can't tell if it's for one or a set if the second link is for one, then I think I might sack off kettlebells Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave2980 Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 4 minutes ago, ZicoKelly said: this is why those links are confusing can't tell if it's for one or a set if the second link is for one, then I think I might sack off kettlebells This will give you a better idea but their lead time is currently about a month! https://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/weights-and-barbells/kettlebells Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Zico Posted April 6, 2020 Moderators Share Posted April 6, 2020 9 minutes ago, dave2980 said: This will give you a better idea but their lead time is currently about a month! https://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/weights-and-barbells/kettlebells nice one, cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter only1swanny Posted April 6, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted April 6, 2020 Does walking actually work well to lose weight? I'm carrying a lot of muscle, but as the gyms shut, I'm starting to gain a barrel belly.. I don't fancy running as I've been advised not to on certain medical grounds, plus being over 20 stone, it's not too friendly on my knees. I can walk all day, Did a 5 mile walk today in just over an hour, I want to get down to 19 stone for now, stone at a time. So hopefully if i keep pushing the distance, I can knock some off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leyther_Matt Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 5 minutes ago, only1swanny said: Does walking actually work well to lose weight? I'm carrying a lot of muscle, but as the gyms shut, I'm starting to gain a barrel belly.. I don't fancy running as I've been advised not to on certain medical grounds, plus being over 20 stone, it's not too friendly on my knees. I can walk all day, Did a 5 mile walk today in just over an hour, I want to get down to 19 stone for now, stone at a time. So hopefully if i keep pushing the distance, I can knock some off No such thing as bad exercise. But you’re going to have to do it for quite lengthy periods on a regular basis for it to make much of a difference. Have you considered an exercise bike as a non-impact alternative? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter only1swanny Posted April 6, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted April 6, 2020 1 minute ago, Leyther_Matt said: No such thing as bad exercise. But you’re going to have to do it for quite lengthy periods on a regular basis for it to make much of a difference. Have you considered an exercise bike as a non-impact alternative? I was tempted to get a proper bike, but the drivers around here drive like dicks. We don't have room for any home equipment. I was doing OK with the gym and my other excercise but i've gone down to no exercise from a very active lifestyle. Just planned a 6 Mile walk for tomorrow, not going more than a mile and half from the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobarp Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 2 minutes ago, only1swanny said: I was tempted to get a proper bike, but the drivers around here drive like dicks. We don't have room for any home equipment. I was doing OK with the gym and my other excercise but i've gone down to no exercise from a very active lifestyle. Just planned a 6 Mile walk for tomorrow, not going more than a mile and half from the house. You will be surprised how much weight you can lose walking mate. If you do it every day/most days it can make a huge difference. I lost 2.5 stone a few years ago and all I was doing was eating healthy, no Booze and walking as I couldn’t run due to an injury but walking was fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 (edited) 9 hours ago, ZicoKelly said: decided resistance bands are wank so now want some kettle bells so looking at these: seems cheap: https://www.amazon.co.uk/We-Sports-28kg30kg-Kettlebell-Exercise/dp/B00KRHXN6Y seems expensive: https://www.amazon.co.uk/We-Kettlebells-Exercise-Kettlebell-Training/dp/B01AUXM8HO I don't mind paying higher price for the equipment, just want to avoid either buying cheap crap, or overpriced stuff any one know anything about kettle bells? Loving my bands. And combining with Kettlebells. Picked up 2x 8kg ones from Aldi last year on a great deal. Others came from some place in Warrington online/Gumtree. Got a 12, 14 & 18. Got that 18 about a week before all this kicked off. Definitely get a good workout with them. Actually that 18 came from Sweatband.com. Currently unavailable and priced at £36.99. I paid £24.99. Profiteering from the crisis. https://www.sweatband.com/dkn-18kg-vinyl-kettlebell.html Edited April 6, 2020 by Smiley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjayoghani Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 I'm doing some press-ups every now and again. Proper ones mind. Fucks me off people doing half ones. Chest and chin touching the floor every rep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Rudy Posted April 7, 2020 Members Share Posted April 7, 2020 2 hours ago, jayjayoghani said: I'm doing some press-ups every now and again. Proper ones mind. Fucks me off people doing half ones. Chest and chin touching the floor every rep. Chin and chest shouldn’t touch the floor and you should be looking down not in front otherwise your back is curling and not straight your elbows are flexing , your shoulder blades aren’t doing the correct work, and you’re resting your chest, it’s not a chest exercise it’s a core exercise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjayoghani Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 46 minutes ago, Rudy’s Message said: Chin and chest shouldn’t touch the floor and you should be looking down not in front otherwise your back is curling and not straight your elbows are flexing , your shoulder blades aren’t doing the correct work, and you’re resting your chest, it’s not a chest exercise it’s a core exercise. Sorry been told the total opposite by a CrossFit coach. Chest touches doesn't rest at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave2980 Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 4 minutes ago, jayjayoghani said: Sorry been told the total opposite by a CrossFit coach. Chest touches doesn't rest at all. You mean the crossfit where "kipping" and using momentum is acceptable for doing pull ups? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter only1swanny Posted April 7, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted April 7, 2020 6 minutes ago, jayjayoghani said: Sorry been told the total opposite by a CrossFit coach. Chest touches doesn't rest at all. Good job really, when I do them my belly touches bell before my chest.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Rudy Posted April 7, 2020 Members Share Posted April 7, 2020 7 minutes ago, jayjayoghani said: Sorry been told the total opposite by a CrossFit coach. Chest touches doesn't rest at all. Ok then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L/H White Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 4 hours ago, jayjayoghani said: I'm doing some press-ups every now and again. Proper ones mind. Fucks me off people doing half ones. Chest and chin touching the floor every rep. if you want to challenge youself, see how far you can get into this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjayoghani Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 32 minutes ago, dave2980 said: You mean the crossfit where "kipping" and using momentum is acceptable for doing pull ups? I agree, a real pull up starts stationary with a straight arm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big E Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 Did a half marathon friday night and was 16 minutes quicker than the one i did a few weeks ago. admittedly it was the reverse route so removed the mind numbing last 4 miles on the front into wind which breaks me. Did a 5km loop of the apartment block last night as well.....about 20 laps i think it was. boring as fuck but faster than i have gone all year. defo going to have to address the diet to improve times now though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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