Yeah I thought it was a very good way to build up to a solid BW routine. My brother uses it as his primary routine right now. I am more about the Kettlebells so I am using Pavel's Routines from Return of the Kettlebell.
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Yeah I thought it was a very good way to build up to a solid BW routine. My brother uses it as his primary routine right now. I am more about the Kettlebells so I am using Pavel's Routines from Return of the Kettlebell.
Kazuki Dash
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Cool guys, thanks for the info. Guess I'll make a note on finding that book at some point.
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I am about 7 weeks out from my physique contest now! Here's some pics as of today and yesterday.
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You look like John Kerry...Friend took this candid pic today at the gym. I was aware I probably made freaky faces while lifting, but seeing it still is even funnier.
Read the last few pages.... the fitness thread seems to be mainly gym work.... no triathletes? Runners? Cyclists?
Well Martial Artist here. Bare Knuckle Knockdown Karate is what I do. SO my training is for explosive strength and some endurance. Much like a boxer but with a bit more direct leg work.
Just finished a 12 week KB Clean and Press program and am much stronger than when I started. Onto the next phase.
Just finished a 12 week KB Clean and Press program and am much stronger than when I started. Onto the next phase.
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almost three weeks into my new program
noticing some pretty good results so far and am starting to get used to working towards failure and dealing with the fatigue afterwards
i'll throw up some shots at the three month mark as i'm expecting some great results by then
also found out about this stuff the other day:
http://www.amazon.com/Garden-Life-Perfect-Formula-60-Servings/dp/B000GWKA2U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1379705655&sr=8-1&keywords=perfect+food+garden+of+life
the amount of quality food goodness in that jar is insane
it tastes like shit but is a nutrient powerhouse
noticing some pretty good results so far and am starting to get used to working towards failure and dealing with the fatigue afterwards
i'll throw up some shots at the three month mark as i'm expecting some great results by then
also found out about this stuff the other day:
http://www.amazon.com/Garden-Life-Perfect-Formula-60-Servings/dp/B000GWKA2U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1379705655&sr=8-1&keywords=perfect+food+garden+of+life
the amount of quality food goodness in that jar is insane
it tastes like shit but is a nutrient powerhouse
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Glad to hear it's working, Joseph!
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took a quick pic today
it's only been a month so far but there's some notable results
i've noticed more fat loss and all-around definition gaining than i have size increase
i still pretty much weigh the same as when i started (174lb) but my daily caloric intake has shot up by a fair amount
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Lookin' good everybody! Good luck Spike with the comp. - let us know how it goes/went.
Apart from Calisthenics and weight related exercises, I also love cycling. Had a shit bike though until now here in Turkey, but finally splashed out the other day to get a sweet hybrid/cross bike for my size! Going on a major cycle tomorrow in the surrounding mountains and valleys - it is gorgeous around here! Will post some pix soon.
Keep training hard
Apart from Calisthenics and weight related exercises, I also love cycling. Had a shit bike though until now here in Turkey, but finally splashed out the other day to get a sweet hybrid/cross bike for my size! Going on a major cycle tomorrow in the surrounding mountains and valleys - it is gorgeous around here! Will post some pix soon.
Keep training hard
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KALI MUSCLE
lovin the GOOD CARBS !!!
So I checked out a few more vids of Kali Muscle, cause that clip was just too funny and insane.
I had never heard of him... but the dude sure is entertaining and does some impressive stuff (20 muscle-ups!).
A quick read-up, and apparently he did 11 yrs in San Quentin and does swear by 'Top Ramen'....
lovin the GOOD CARBS !!!
So I checked out a few more vids of Kali Muscle, cause that clip was just too funny and insane.
I had never heard of him... but the dude sure is entertaining and does some impressive stuff (20 muscle-ups!).
A quick read-up, and apparently he did 11 yrs in San Quentin and does swear by 'Top Ramen'....
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Kazuki Dash
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Anyone have any recommendations for exercises to strengthen the wrists that don't require weights? (Being that I don't own or have access to any for the time-being.)
I've noticed that my left wrist can feel a little jammed up days after a workout and wanted to see if I could improve their resiliency.
I've noticed that my left wrist can feel a little jammed up days after a workout and wanted to see if I could improve their resiliency.
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knuckle or fingertip pushups
anything involving grip too
don't need equipment for that really
just grab onto something (the legs of a chair for example), extend your arms, and do a static hold
anything involving grip too
don't need equipment for that really
just grab onto something (the legs of a chair for example), extend your arms, and do a static hold
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As I mentioned before, I got a new bicycle. Finally.
I really would have loved a top of the range Specialized or something....but after Sunday's ride I am quite happy with my bike.
Reason being that I am getting too old for this shit and that the bike I have is more than enough..... no need to spend crazy cash!
I am pretty fit, but 2 hrs into the ride I was starting to get tired, not having done more than 90 mins at a time for many years. I have never been into the crazy long ass exercise, like marathons or triathlons. So I guess I underestimated 80 kms through mountains and valleys. I was fecked by the end of it! I did it all... pulled through the whole 4 hours and was 'only' 5 mins off the leader.... but wow... I need practice!
Overall it was a great workout, cardio-wise and with ze pistons feeling good! I have been challenged by the group to another ride next week.
Here is a shot of le velo on one of the hills we went up (we went all country roads and ignored the highway you can see).
I really would have loved a top of the range Specialized or something....but after Sunday's ride I am quite happy with my bike.
Reason being that I am getting too old for this shit and that the bike I have is more than enough..... no need to spend crazy cash!
I am pretty fit, but 2 hrs into the ride I was starting to get tired, not having done more than 90 mins at a time for many years. I have never been into the crazy long ass exercise, like marathons or triathlons. So I guess I underestimated 80 kms through mountains and valleys. I was fecked by the end of it! I did it all... pulled through the whole 4 hours and was 'only' 5 mins off the leader.... but wow... I need practice!
Overall it was a great workout, cardio-wise and with ze pistons feeling good! I have been challenged by the group to another ride next week.
Here is a shot of le velo on one of the hills we went up (we went all country roads and ignored the highway you can see).
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Anyone work out in tights. I've been looking into what's the best out there. I've looked into all kinds from hotskins to insport to welovecolors to the Nike pro combat tights. I personally like the design on the Nike Pro Combat tights. But I'm looking at durability and the best quality. If anyone out there can give some feedback, I'd appreciate it. I use them to run as well when it's cold out.
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Still can't decide whether this is a serious question or not.
Personally I don't ever wear anything tight... even when riding my bike or swimming or surfing. Sure it 'slows' me down in certain conditions... but hey.
Personally I don't ever wear anything tight... even when riding my bike or swimming or surfing. Sure it 'slows' me down in certain conditions... but hey.
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only time i wear tight clothes is in the winter and that's only because my garage is my gym and heating there is nonexistent
i have some thermal under armour that gets the job done
but if it's nice outside? i'll just wear whatever
whatever usually means as little as possible...
unless it's cold or i am doing back squats and/or wearing my weight vest i almost always workout shirtless and in normal gym shorts
i have some thermal under armour that gets the job done
but if it's nice outside? i'll just wear whatever
whatever usually means as little as possible...
unless it's cold or i am doing back squats and/or wearing my weight vest i almost always workout shirtless and in normal gym shorts
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I'm devoted to cycling...here's my curent road setup, '12 Specialized Tarmac 105 with a few upgrades:
Me as of this summer...currently in the high 160's/low 170's in weight. Started the journey back in late 2011 at over 265 lbs (stopped counting at that point):
Here I am riding the "mini van" comfort bike last month. Did a "Fred challenge" 25 mile ride with my wife...
About my cycling, I'm slowly progressing. I began in June 2012 and since then (15 months?) I've managed around 2000 or so miles on the saddle. Not exactly where I'd like to be miles wise but a crap fall last year coupled to one of the worst springs I've ever been through (rain and COLD) mean that I've basically been riding 6 or so months outdoors. The rest of the time has been spent on the trainer.
Either way...my long for the season has been 76 miles, I'm working towards my first century (100 miles) next season. I've completed many 100K rides this year and managed some pretty strong #'s on Strava (ride mapping ap). One of my achievements is a 5 miles stretch local TT guys ride. I took it a few weeks ago and managed an average of 24 mph over the stretch (and no, it's not downhill). That put me in 4th place out of 250 people. Another is a 6% grade climb that is 1.1 miles in length that I managed 18mph average up it...put me in 8th place out of 650 riders.
Either way...I've decided to focus on riding so I'm joining a gym this winter to do some strength training on ye olde cycling specific muscles. I'll also be hitting the indoor trainer as well unfortunately.
So...to answer your question...there is a cyclist here on the site...