Quote from: bluemoco v2.0 on January 06, 2009, 10:33:35 AM
This is a really good thread.    I'll kick in my story:

In March of '08, I found out how out-of-shape I was.  Took a family ski trip to CO over spring break, and the long days on the slopes really kicked my ass.  My daily routine during the past 3+ years has been VERY sedentary.

My wife goes to the gym religiously.  She does group exercise classes at our local YMCA about 3-4 times/week and does yoga or a 40-min treadmill run on the 'off' days.  During our talks on the (15-hour) drive home from CO, I made the mental commitment to get back into shape. 

Bear in mind that prior to this, I had never 'worked out' regularly at a gym.  I have certainly been in weight rooms and done plenty of laps in swimming pools, but in my adult life I never worked out just for the sake of staying fit.  I have had jobs that kept me active, and when I was in college, I preferred to play club/IM sports. 

So, in late March I joined the YMCA; and for the past 8 months I've been attending Body Pump classes 3x per week.  I know that there are probably 'better' regimens out there, but the positive effects have been good for me.  

Some results from the past 8 months:
-  Lost 20 pounds.  I now weigh 215 lbs, and the weight is still coming off.
-  Lost 3" from my waist line.  I'm buying jeans with a 33" waist, down from 36".
-  My strength and stamina ( ) are much improved. 

The results for me are certainly visible.  Comparing recent photos of me to those taken a year ago, it's a definite incentive for me to continue my workouts.

For those of you who are 'on the fence' about working out, it's time to get out there.  Trust me - it's worth it.  

Awesome work!  It is definitely very difficult work to try to change body composition.  The changes tend to be slow and difficult to obtain.  You're making it look too easy!

There are 2 very important components to every fitness plan:

1.  You get the RESULTS you seek.

2.  You enjoy the program.  Otherwise, you won't do it.

HOLY SHIT!  You mean it was food that led to obesity?

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28524942/

I think it's funny that MSNBC posted this as if it's cutting edge.  It's amazing that it took mainstream media so long to catch onto this.   

Shocking.



Today:
15 min warm up on bike to park
4 sets of 5 pullups (last several were negatives.    )
3 sets of 10 inverse body-weight rows
15 min ride back (faster pace)
3 x 30 sec hill sprints

Quote from: Ducatista on January 06, 2009, 10:45:40 AM
Awesome work!  It is definitely very difficult work to try to change body composition.  The changes tend to be slow and difficult to obtain.  You're making it look too easy!

There are 2 very important components to every fitness plan:

1.  You get the RESULTS you seek.

2.  You enjoy the program.  Otherwise, you won't do it.

Thanks for the compliments!  I'm VERY happy with my results so far, and I fully expect to continue on this workout regimen. 

You're absolutely right - if you don't enjoy the program, you won't stick with it. 

Quote from: wbeck257 on January 03, 2009, 06:56:10 PM
how much $ does a normal gym cost yall?

just wondering..

We have a 'Family' membership at our local YMCA.  There are multiple locations near me, and all are clean and well-maintained.  Cost is $89/month for the entire family.  This includes just about everything, except Personal Trainers which are billed extra on an hourly basis.

Our health insurance (BC/BS) reimburses $20/month for each of us if Wifey and I visit the YMCA 12x per month.  This reduces our net cost to $49/month.

Well, due to this:
http://www.wsbtv.com/video/18424142/index.html

I didn't get a whole lot of running or bikeing in today.
(Funny thing is, the same part flooded last month and I did the same thing that guy did, but with no helicopter following me..)

I did get a little done in between underwater areas though, and the gym was good.


Oh, and for results:
100 days ago the Wii fit called me obese. I threw it in the trash can.
Girlfriend drug it back out tonight, and I'm now on the lower section of overweight.
The game claimed I lost 27lbs in the last 100 or so days since I last used it.

Quote from: wbeck257 on January 06, 2009, 05:26:00 PM
Well, due to this:
http://www.wsbtv.com/video/18424142/index.html

I didn't get a whole lot of running or bikeing in today.
(Funny thing is, the same part flooded last month and I did the same thing that guy did, but with no helicopter following me..)

I did get a little done in between underwater areas though, and the gym was good.


Oh, and for results:
100 days ago the Wii fit called me obese. I threw it in the trash can.
Girlfriend drug it back out tonight, and I'm now on the lower section of overweight.
The game claimed I lost 27lbs in the last 100 or so days since I last used it.

Pussy. Get out there on your bicycle and row your way to the store to get some extra 

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Today's workout was abysmal (after warm up and strength work, of course):

10 dead lifts (133 lbs)
10 push ups

10 make the beast with two backsing rounds

15:46

I thought I was going to fall over.  My form never suffered, but I am going to be one sore chica today.  I was actually a little afraid of the bar towards the end.  I would touch it and pull back before actually giving it a pull. 

Quote from: Big Troubled Bear on January 06, 2009, 12:55:00 AM
Well I have to lose some weight, what with the new 696 having less torque to pull my fat ass around

Currently 240 pounds
Goal 200 pounds

Don`t have a clue as to how, but will have to figure that one out over pizza and beer

Then we'd have to change your name to "Medium Troubled Bear"

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Well, 2 weeks of leave traveling around New England, followed by being sick for the last week has led to me doing ZERO exercise. I don't feel like I have gained any weight, but I am sure I have lost strength and endurance. I am still sick, coughing shit up and feel like crap...

Tried weighted pullups, failed.  Did 5 x 10 or 8 lat pulldowns (100 lbs) and jumped rope in between sets, then 5k (on treadmill).

push up sets up to 60 reps.  The last ten kill me and rep 61 is a fail faceplant.

Not motivated at all to do any cardio today but there's no reason to not do 45 minutes on the treadmill with the tv on.  Maybe before dinner.

OK ..... I started on Jan. 5th by giving up beer/wine, not eating chocolate ice cream every night and eating much more sensibly. That's enough calories to sustain a family of at least three right there.  Then yesterday, the 12th, began a daily walk of a couple of miles a day.  Then next Monday to the gym to begin a light regimen of 60 min. work outs at least three times a week. 

This is important .......health wise. Hope I can do it.

Looking to go from 240#'s down to below 200#'s.

LA

Quote from: LA on January 13, 2009, 06:53:13 PMThis is important health wise. Hope I can do it.

We're rooting for you.