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Trying to figure out a workout for my new Home Gyn
I just got a new home gym. Well, my wife got one because we have moved to an area that doesnt have a local gym. Since I work from home I want to use it as well. I went to the gym a long time ago but hated it because I didnt like people around when I worked out and it was expensive. The thing is I really dont know what to…
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roll call: treadmill or outside
i run outside. i used to run on a treadmill some years ago as I figured I could just run till I wanted to stop the get in the car and go home but now if I run on a treadmill I don't really feel like I'm running. more just trying to not fall over don't get me wrong. if you prefer running on a treadmill that is awesome. i…
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week 8 day 3 how close did you get
how close did you guys actually get to running 5km in 30 minutes on that last run. ive just done week 8 day 1 at a pace of 6:36 and I can't see myself shaving 36s per km off in 2 runs it should be called couch to 30 minutes
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3 day a week core strength plan
i have a good lifting program and I'm doing running and riding for cardio but have nothing for core. i go to the gym 3 a week and was hoping to add a 10 or 15 minutes at the end of my lifting
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Do you log the warm up
I'm doing couch to 5k at the moment and using Strava to log my route page distance etc. Thing is I want to be able to see what I do in the running component of the program but I want to log the full work out including warm up and cool down. What do you guys do. Should I use two tracking programs starting ones when the…
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So many PB's
Well i went out with a goal in mind and i smashed it. Since it was week 5 day 3 I knew that with the 20 minutes non stop running I was a big chance to beat my PB on a strava segment that I run. Also, when the c25k workout is complete, I push it out with more intervals until I reach 5km. These are my PB's according to…
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New Bike for Christmas
I got a new bike for christmas. Its nothing special but its the first new bike ive owned in my adult life. any other bike ive had has been 2nd hand cheapos.
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175cm / 5ft9 males, what is your goal weight
i was thinking between 75 and 80 what are others going for
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Thoughts, Observations and questions and keeping myself accountable
Hi All, I have started this thread as a type of mini blog for myself. I have tried doing a regular blog before but typing out big chunks of daily text wasnt for me. Plus I like the idea of being able to interact directly with anyone that has the patience to read my dribble. This thread will be me writing out anything in…
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make me a playlist
so i have begun working out at a gym again and starting on c25k when I can get a chance to get out before 10pm but I have no tunes to listen too. Sure, I can get the same old music I love and have listened to a lot over the years, or I can get some new tunes. So, im going to let you make my playlist. Im endeavouring to hit…
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which app to use
ive decided to do c25k again (and finish it this time) and was wondering which is the best app to use. im between mapmyrun and runkeeper. i was going to use endomondo as i already have it but you have to pay for premium to use the training plans.
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having a lot of trouble committing
really having trouble losing weight. i want to lose weight. i know how to lose weight in terms of food and excercise. my issue is actually getting the body to do what the mind needs it to do. every day i wake up saying "today is the day, im going to do this" and by lunch time im scoffing and iced coffee and eating crap…
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Back again
This time I've really let myself go. Probably in the worst shadow I've ever been in. Trying to put my food in the day before (up to dinner anyway) and see how we go. Going to try to exercise more to but working way to much to get out there. Maybe half hour on the bike at lunch time to start with.
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starting lite n easy lunch
This thursday i will be starting lite n easy for my lunches and day snacks. for $54 per week for 5 lunchs and 3 snacks per day (on the 1500 menu) i thought that was pretty good. lunch has always been my achilles heel because i am either out, and havent prepared anything, or im home and just grabbing what looks good rather…
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how long after eating for weigh in
I went for a run late last night and ate a fair bit when i got back (maybe 600cals) now the rest of the week was pretty good and the scales at the gym were quite a bit down. but this morning when i weighed in i was up 100grams. is it still the food from last night sitting in my guts or was i just not as good as i thought i…
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Protein powders, when to use
I have been thinking about using some protein powders to help up my protein and stop me snacking on junk, esp late at night. so i was wondering what people think is the best way to use them. a) post workout b) pre workou or c) meal replacement or any combination of the above. my plan was to use them post work out since i…
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Accidental work outs
Anyone done a work out by accident. I booked my car in to get new tyres this morning and i thought the place was just up the road from my office so i decided to drop the car there and walk to work. turned out to be 3.2km (2 miles) away. burnt 400 cals
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decided its time to start lifting
problem is, i dont really know much about what does what. so i figured id just go down to the gym and do some excercises that i know / have seen people do. the idea is that on one day i will do arms and shoulders. another day for chest and back and one for legs and miscellaneous. last night was day 1 so i pretty much just…
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Todays working lunch is......
Corn, 4 bean mix, sweet chilli tuna, garden salad and a couple of slices of bread on the side. 453 calories yours?
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Challenge for November
Well boys, a new month is upon us. what are our challenges? 1) drop a further 2kg 3) complete to week 8 of c25k 4) get to 750m swimming in 30mins 5) log 50km of bike riding.
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My Swimming progress thread
Hi All, Ive never been much of a swimmer, despite the fact that i love being in the pool. Well, tonight im going to start swimming laps as part of my weight loss routine. im not expecting much of myself, and i will probably end up water running for 1/2 the time, but the plan is to swim, and i will be posting my times/laps…
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what extra bits and pieces dont you log
I have set my self to sedantry life style but 3 days a week i walk around my city as part of work. its not a lot, maybe 15 - 20 mins. i have also started taking the stairs at the car park on these days (7 flights). i dont log either of these items. that way at the end of each week they are a bonus towards the final goal.…
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what new gear have you bought
we have a thread to show off your bikes, but what about some all the other gear we get i spent a grand total of < $8 on ebay today for a front tube bag and riding gloves. ill post pics when they arrive from china.
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in training
i have always liked the idea of triathlon but have never been a good runner or swimmer. well i am determinned that next season im going to do one (im in australia so the season has just started, but im way to far off. i can barely swim 25m without stopping) the event im looking at is a come and try event at an event called…
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Post your home gym
Im considering getting a home gym (the type with the pulleys and plates, rather than free weights) post up some pics of your set ups so i can see whats out there. If you have an exercise chart to go with it, could you post that also. cheers.
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1st real ride tonight
did my first real ride tonight. my bike is nothing special. a mountain/road hybrid with road tyres. 21 gears, front suspension. i need new pedals as ive only got the plain ones that give no power when pulling up. only the pushing leg provides power so already im losing half my effort. also the back brake doesnt spring back…
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CRAP! Burnt my foot
Well there goes any form of exercise for the next week. i managed to step on a hot piece of charcoal and burnt the heel of my foot. was meant to start week 5 of c25k tomorrow night too. doc says could be up to 2 weeks CRAP CRAP CRAP.
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My progress tracking thread
Hi All, Im going to post my progress in this thread. mainly a way for me to have quick access to all my runs, but feel free to chime in any time. Started last night with W1D1. Managed to keep my average running pace under 6min/km (my goal pace for 5km in 30mins) and managed to punch out my final running interval at under…
