Zombie survival club

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  • TheMaidOfAstolat
    TheMaidOfAstolat Posts: 3,222 Member
    Oooh...first time seeing this thread and I LOVE it!

    Hmmm....

    I run a sub 10 minute mile.
    I can easily do 100 push ups and crunches in a row
    I can easily carry a 40 pound pack (I hike)
    I can shoot a very nice 6 shot grouping (thanks Dad for teaching me to use a shot gun at age 8)

    And yes....I love zombie movies! Lol. Should the zombie apocalypse happen...I am well prepared...not just physically...I have plenty of weapons as well.
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
    I already love everyone here. I'm a huge zombie fanatic. My brother and I always talk about survival strategies. I really need to get in shape because my house can not be fortified against a zombie attack. I will have to run/fight my way into a safe area.

    I'm actually working very hard to lose the weight I gained from my pregnancy. Is it too soon to train my 1 year old for the inevitable apocalypse ? Lol

    Feel free to add me as a friend!

    Welcome to the club. I love that this is your first post!
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
    Oooh...first time seeing this thread and I LOVE it!

    Hmmm....

    I run a sub 10 minute mile.
    I can easily do 100 push ups and crunches in a row
    I can easily carry a 40 pound pack (I hike)
    I can shoot a very nice 6 shot grouping (thanks Dad for teaching me to use a shot gun at age 8)

    And yes....I love zombie movies! Lol. Should the zombie apocalypse happen...I am well prepared...not just physically...I have plenty of weapons as well.

    And thus we have found our group trainer. :laugh:
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
    I was just wondering how to make a zombie survivor forum and here you guys are besting me. Can I join I promise to run fast and punch hard.

    Come on in, we are well stocked and ready to rock.
  • Scarletblue
    Scarletblue Posts: 255
    This is too funny, This morning I was just trying to motivate myself to pick one goal and follow through I coundn't decide between running which I have tried and failed miserably over and over again or pushups, I swear to you I was trying to convince myself of which was better and needed to be fulfilled first, then I thought running I want to be able to out run a natural disaster ( or at least have a chance to outrun one), alien invasion or and yes thanks to my 9 yr. old son Zombie attack came to mind I think it's far better to be able to outrun these things then drop and give them 20.
  • TheMaidOfAstolat
    TheMaidOfAstolat Posts: 3,222 Member
    Oooh...first time seeing this thread and I LOVE it!

    Hmmm....

    I run a sub 10 minute mile.
    I can easily do 100 push ups and crunches in a row
    I can easily carry a 40 pound pack (I hike)
    I can shoot a very nice 6 shot grouping (thanks Dad for teaching me to use a shot gun at age 8)

    And yes....I love zombie movies! Lol. Should the zombie apocalypse happen...I am well prepared...not just physically...I have plenty of weapons as well.

    And thus we have found our group trainer. :laugh:

    Aww...shucks...I'm certain someone is much better than I am, lol. But thank you for the compliment...best one I've had yet.
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
    Oooh...first time seeing this thread and I LOVE it!

    Hmmm....

    I run a sub 10 minute mile.
    I can easily do 100 push ups and crunches in a row
    I can easily carry a 40 pound pack (I hike)
    I can shoot a very nice 6 shot grouping (thanks Dad for teaching me to use a shot gun at age 8)

    And yes....I love zombie movies! Lol. Should the zombie apocalypse happen...I am well prepared...not just physically...I have plenty of weapons as well.

    And thus we have found our group trainer. :laugh:

    Aww...shucks...I'm certain someone is much better than I am, lol. But thank you for the compliment...best one I've had yet.

    :flowerforyou: I can run a mile in 7 minutes and carry the 40 lb pack, but you definitely have me on the others. The accurate shooting I would definitely deem most important.
  • baisleac
    baisleac Posts: 2,019 Member
    Heh! My entry for http://zombies101.tumblr.com/ got accepted. Title: Is your body ready?
  • doingit4myprincesses
    doingit4myprincesses Posts: 64 Member
    This has to be the coolest club I have seen on here!!! Anyone who wants to add me feel free!!
  • Black_Swan
    Black_Swan Posts: 770 Member
    Im glad people are joining, ZOMBIES ARE NOT FORGOTTEN haha...

    Today I ran 5k in 32mins, Im so freaking happy!!! YAY!
    Once I finish moving my apartment, Ill get back to strength training, I cant find the time now... but I didnt give up on running hehe!
  • soldier4242
    soldier4242 Posts: 1,368 Member
    It is about time people took up the fight against the impending zombie attacks. I for one have been a fan of the zombie genre about as long as I have been alive. I will be there fighting to the bitter end for the survival of all humanity!!
  • hroush
    hroush Posts: 2,073 Member
    Im glad people are joining, ZOMBIES ARE NOT FORGOTTEN haha...

    Today I ran 5k in 32mins, Im so freaking happy!!! YAY!
    Once I finish moving my apartment, Ill get back to strength training, I cant find the time now... but I didnt give up on running hehe!

    Nicely done. I'll be moving in a month, which will throw a huge wrench in my training as I won't have a gym to go to. I want the equipment I need at home, but I don't know how fast I'll be able to get it (craigslisting in a small town).

    I'm closing in on my goal of a 5k in 26 minutes (8 min/mile pace). I'm sure I could do it now, but I'm currently running right after my lifting, which makes running interesting on my squat and deadlift day. My best so far is 2.75 miles in 22 minutes.
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    I'm stepping the Zombie Survival training up a notch and finally hitting the weights at the gym.

    I know I can do serious damage to the undead swinging an ax, but I want to be able to swing it more than once.
  • Black_Swan
    Black_Swan Posts: 770 Member
    Im glad people are joining, ZOMBIES ARE NOT FORGOTTEN haha...

    Today I ran 5k in 32mins, Im so freaking happy!!! YAY!
    Once I finish moving my apartment, Ill get back to strength training, I cant find the time now... but I didnt give up on running hehe!

    Nicely done. I'll be moving in a month, which will throw a huge wrench in my training as I won't have a gym to go to. I want the equipment I need at home, but I don't know how fast I'll be able to get it (craigslisting in a small town).

    I'm closing in on my goal of a 5k in 26 minutes (8 min/mile pace). I'm sure I could do it now, but I'm currently running right after my lifting, which makes running interesting on my squat and deadlift day. My best so far is 2.75 miles in 22 minutes.

    Ahhh, 5k in 26mins, sounds like sci fi for me haha.. but Im sure one day, Ill get there! There is supposed to be a good gym close to my next apartment, its even a little cheaper than the Im going to now... good luck!
  • Black_Swan
    Black_Swan Posts: 770 Member
    I'm stepping the Zombie Survival training up a notch and finally hitting the weights at the gym.

    I know I can do serious damage to the undead swinging an ax, but I want to be able to swing it more than once.

    Haha I agree! You will see, lifting is so worth it, I love that sense of accomplishment when I move on to the heavier :)
  • gothicprophet
    gothicprophet Posts: 189
    One of my secret motivations for getting fit has been to prepare for "Z Day" and I'm glad I've found this thread.

    A couple of things I'd like to point out though; If you're relying on a Gym or weight machines/sets to get yourself in shape, how are you going to lug all of that stuff with you to KEEP FIT once the apocalypse begins? So, with that in mind I've been looking at things like "Convict Conditioning" by Paul "Coach" Wade; basically it's body weight exercises/"old school" calisthenics, the kinds of things people did before the invention of plates and machines. So far it seems interesting and a worthy workout.

    But, as has been repeatedly said throughout this forum (and elsewhere on the 'net) cardio is king when it comes to Zombie evasion. A lot of people I see are doing programs like C25K to get them started (I'm in this group too!) but how far/fast can you move with a pack of supplies? It's important to remember that running 5k in <30 minutes is great if it's just you and your iPod/mp3 player/smartphone, but your speed/endurance is definitely going to suffer if you have to carry more gear so it's a good idea to start incorporating things like a weighted vest or backpack into your cardio routine as soon as you feel comfortable doing so.

    For my fellow Zombie Survival enthusiasts I highly recommend "The Zombie Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Living Dead" by Max Brooks (as well as "World War Z" by the same author), I've read the survival guide cover to cover and I'm just starting on WWZ now (about 60 pages in, hard to put it down but sleep is a requirement!) There are numerous Zombie and general emergency survival guides out there and I recommend everyone gather as much knowledge on the subjects as possible.

    Count me in as a survivor and I look forward to seeing everyone's success! Now to find my backpack so I can toss some weights in it for an added challenge on my runs! :D
  • baisleac
    baisleac Posts: 2,019 Member
    Oh yeah... 2nd Fit Test was last night (for New Rules Of Working out For Insane Zombie Survival).

    My results: http://nrowfizs.blogspot.com/2011/07/day-16-fit-test-2-kate.html
    Smersh's results: http://nrowfizs.blogspot.com/2011/07/day-16-fit-test-2-scott_20.html

    Anyone can do this... don't need Insanity or weights if you have imagination.
  • gothicprophet
    gothicprophet Posts: 189
    Oh yeah... 2nd Fit Test was last night (for New Rules Of Working out For Insane Zombie Survival).

    My results: http://nrowfizs.blogspot.com/2011/07/day-16-fit-test-2-kate.html
    Smersh's results: http://nrowfizs.blogspot.com/2011/07/day-16-fit-test-2-scott_20.html

    Anyone can do this... don't need Insanity or weights if you have imagination.
    I actually just found your blog yesterday and I've been looking over the information you've got on there. Excellent resource but I wish there was an explanation of some of the workouts as I don't have the New Rules of Lifting: for Women and can't afford a copy at this time. Oh well, I'm sure copyright law prevents you from doing such and I wouldn't want you to get in trouble for that!! I'll just keep doing what I'm doing until I can get a copy of the book. :D As for Insanity, I've got a friend with it and they're willing to let me borrow it whenever necessary. :D
  • cruiseking
    cruiseking Posts: 338 Member
    I'm pretty strong for the up close Zombie combat situations; but I don't think they can outrun, very small objects traveling at 3200 f.p.s. :explode:
  • gothicprophet
    gothicprophet Posts: 189
    I'm pretty strong for the up close Zombie combat situations; but I don't think they can outrun, very small objects traveling at 3200 f.p.s. :explode:
    Remember, it must be a head-shot or it might as well be a miss.... Unless you're just trying to slow them down to get away, then blasting out knees, ankles, hips, or the spine can also work.
  • baisleac
    baisleac Posts: 2,019 Member
    Oh yeah... 2nd Fit Test was last night (for New Rules Of Working out For Insane Zombie Survival).

    My results: http://nrowfizs.blogspot.com/2011/07/day-16-fit-test-2-kate.html
    Smersh's results: http://nrowfizs.blogspot.com/2011/07/day-16-fit-test-2-scott_20.html

    Anyone can do this... don't need Insanity or weights if you have imagination.
    I actually just found your blog yesterday and I've been looking over the information you've got on there. Excellent resource but I wish there was an explanation of some of the workouts as I don't have the New Rules of Lifting: for Women and can't afford a copy at this time. Oh well, I'm sure copyright law prevents you from doing such and I wouldn't want you to get in trouble for that!! I'll just keep doing what I'm doing until I can get a copy of the book. :D As for Insanity, I've got a friend with it and they're willing to let me borrow it whenever necessary. :D

    Nice! Exercise.com is a great resource for building your own strength workout (or any workout really).

    p.s. I got NROLFW for mother's day, my husband got NROL for father's day. LOL
  • gothicprophet
    gothicprophet Posts: 189
    Very cool on the gifts! I'm kind of hoping for a pair of proper running shoes and/or an HRM for my birthday (tomorrow!) but I'm not holding my breath. I'm likely going to get some gift cards though so I might be able to get some books.

    I did manage to find myself a copy of "Convict Conditioning" which has a pretty good progression into full-body, body weight workouts so I'm going to work with that and resuming C25K (crappy shoes an all.) However, I'm not really buying into this whole take a day off thing... I didn't get a day off while I was in the Army and I was working out a lot harder than I am now! And I'm at a comparable fitness level to when I started [basic] training.

    That's not to say I don't take it easier on some days than others, but I believe in full-body workouts daily. Of course, YMMV and I highly encourage rest days for those that need them, and I do take days off when my body demands it. :D
  • mikeyrp
    mikeyrp Posts: 1,616 Member
    Looks like I've missed out on some vital training.

    In general, my running is pretty good - I'm building up for a Marathon and my sprints aren't bad anyway. But I have to ask myself - is it all about running (a long way) away ? Probably not. Minimally I should be able to perform the following tasks:

    1) Get over an 6 foot fence with enough speed that my ankles will not get bitten
    2) Run whilst carrying weapons and or food without tripping up or shooting self in foot
    3) Throw a small to medium sized child onto a moving truck
    4) Get a stiffy whilst being confined in a tight space*
    5) Learn to obtain food without paying by credit card. or cash. or leaving an IOU.
    6) Reprogram my brain not to try and defuse confrontational situations by reasoning with people and or offering them a pint
    7) Learn to open cans with my teeth

    *Basically I'm assuming that, if hiding in a caravan or lift with a beautiful woman - knowing that my future contains either starvation or having brains eaten - I want to go out happy!


    Accordingly I will make the following changes to my training programs
    1) Sign up for a day at an assort course, Maybe go climbing?
    2) Take a back pack on my next run - I could do with taking drinks on the longer runs anyhow.
    3) Upper body strength at gym
    4) W##king in a public toilet
    5) Shoplifting
    6) Randomly punching people
    7) Throw away the tin opener


    Now - just a thought - if I can just remove my brain - would that make me unattractive to zombies? I don't think anyone would notice.
  • OneTonPony
    OneTonPony Posts: 60
    ohh this topic makes me so happy!!! Although i'm not a firm believer in Z day, i don't discount it either...anything is possible and whether it's Zombies, or human kind turning on itself...we must be prepared!!!

    I've just started adding jogging into my work outs...hopefully some day that will turn into running, and then the distance will be soon to follow. I really also want to start lifting weights, but i have no clue where to start. My goal has always been to be able to manipulate my OWN body to do things (kind of like parkour?) Where i could jump fences, climb trees, run, crawl, flips, etc etc... we'll see how that goes, my lower body strength has always been better than my upper body strength, something i truely need to work on (weakest arms EVER).

    I Think i'll be checking back here more often!! :D
  • baisleac
    baisleac Posts: 2,019 Member
    I really also want to start lifting weights, but i have no clue where to start. My goal has always been to be able to manipulate my OWN body to do things (kind of like parkour?)

    3 recommendations:

    1) Get thyself a copy of The New Rules of Lifting (or New Rules of Lifting for Women). Libraries are great.
    2) Find a trainer for a couple of sessions to show you good lifting form.
    3) Check out ZombieFit.org for a Parkour workout of the day.
  • gothicprophet
    gothicprophet Posts: 189
    Just checking in to see who survived the night... :D
  • mikeyrp
    mikeyrp Posts: 1,616 Member
    Just checking in to see who survived the night... :D
    Brain not functioning fully. Could be just be tired on a Friday afternoon. May be partially eaten.
  • OneTonPony
    OneTonPony Posts: 60
    I really also want to start lifting weights, but i have no clue where to start. My goal has always been to be able to manipulate my OWN body to do things (kind of like parkour?)

    3 recommendations:

    1) Get thyself a copy of The New Rules of Lifting (or New Rules of Lifting for Women). Libraries are great.
    2) Find a trainer for a couple of sessions to show you good lifting form.
    3) Check out ZombieFit.org for a Parkour workout of the day.

    thanks for the suggestions!!! i'll see if i can look into those!!!
  • gothicprophet
    gothicprophet Posts: 189
    I really also want to start lifting weights, but i have no clue where to start. My goal has always been to be able to manipulate my OWN body to do things (kind of like parkour?)

    3 recommendations:

    1) Get thyself a copy of The New Rules of Lifting (or New Rules of Lifting for Women). Libraries are great.
    2) Find a trainer for a couple of sessions to show you good lifting form.
    3) Check out ZombieFit.org for a Parkour workout of the day.
    I don't have TNROL(FW) but I did get myself a copy of "Convict Conditioning" by Paul "Coach" Wade. While I don't care for Mr. Wade's personal views on what it means to be a "real man" or other such things, his techniques and instructions are excellent. It's 100% body weight workouts.

    There are 6 "big movements" within the program; Push Ups, Squats, Pull Ups, Leg Raises, Bridges and Handstand Push Ups with 10-steps to go from, for example, wall push-ups to one-arm push ups. Seems to be working well for me thus far, but I really, really, really need to get my nutritional intake (diet) under better control.
  • mikeyrp
    mikeyrp Posts: 1,616 Member
    Made brazil nut butter tonight. Fantastic on toast: high calorie but the good kind you need after working out. Enjoyed it. Not brain - therefore conclude i am not a zombie at this time. Although i do fancy trying this with walnuts: a dangerious step! Also, would pecans be classed as a (riddly scott) alien brain? Where does that leave me on my daily "am i a zombie" checklist?

    Other things on my checklist include...
    Is my skin grey and peeling? (not grey, peelng a little around running blisters)
    Have any limbs fallen off? Are any threatening to do so? (no, uncertain)
    Was i, at any point, to my knowledge, dead? (no)
    Have i bitten anyone (only during foreplay)
    Has anyone i have bitten turned into a zombie (no, but occasionally turned out to be evil)
    Do i want to eat brains (no, just nuts shapped like brains)


    Probability of being a zombie: 3/10
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