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intro2submissive -> Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 7:42:27 PM)

 
Just wondering if anyone else is on a work-out/dietary plan to help stay in shape for the holidays?
I am in the process of getting in shape for the military and have been working out 4-5 times a week.
Any secrets anyone wants to share?

My work out hint would definetly be to switch upper body lifting and lower body with each day you work out. You don't want to strain the muscles while they're developing so taking your time is a must!



slaverosebeauty -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 7:50:48 PM)

I am trying to be good. I park farther away and I have been jumping rope a few times a day, my stupid asthma is acting up so it's not easy, so I walk more.  Whenever I get a 'sweet craving' I drink a glass of water and take a walk {it's 1/2 loop around the community I live in} and by the time I get back, craving is gone.  I can't do much at this point, per doctor's orders, but I am doing whatever low-impact stuff I can; datignis also helping to get me in shape, lol. It's amazing what knowing that I have a date that evening will do to my appetite. 



intro2submissive -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 7:53:01 PM)

Living in DC I literally walk everywhere but the cravings are my issue. This evening I gave into a pizza craving and could still kick myself for it.

Do you have severe asthma?



NaiveTempest -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:04:53 PM)

The military has programs that will aid you. One is called FEP (Fitness Enhancement Program). And most commands have group mandatory physical training. They have lots of facilities/gyms and offer Nutrition Classes as well.

Aside from all that, I like to practice bellydancing as well. It helps with those core muscles and others I never noticed, lol. And I'm having fun at the same time!



intro2submissive -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:11:32 PM)

I've always wanted to try out the belly dancing. I'm preparing for my initial processing, I am toning up before I sign my contract to make it through basic training with as much ease as possible.

Thank-you for the input.



juliaoceania -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:23:20 PM)

I work out about 6 times a week, sometimes only 5. If I do not get to the gym, I at least walk a good distance. I am extremely active in all sorts of ways and I am in excellent shape, even though I could stand to lose 10 more lbs.

I decided to lift weights a couple of months ago in addition to my cardio, my Daddy has designed some routines for me, helped me with my form, and is constantly trying to find weak points for me to improve upon, Whenever I go to his house we do the gym thing together... and he is not afraid to be sadistic in a productive way. Since he began helping me I am getting compliments on my form, and he can feel my abs and other muscles when he lays on me[;)].

Hints? Move... move in different ways all the time, and challenge your body all the time by not allowing it to get too used to one thing.



NaiveTempest -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:23:52 PM)

Which branch, if you don't mind my asking? I'll list the bootcamps easiest to hardest (as I understand from listening to stories and talking to recruiters):
1 Air Force
2 Navy (unless you're planning on being in the SEALs, then you're in for MONTHS of pain!)
3 Army (Rangers, SEALs and Marines sometimes train together hint, hint)
4 Marines

I understand wanting to be prepared, I did the same thing. Unless you have a year or so on your hands, it might still be a tough transition. Actually I don't know now. Boot Camps have actually been getting easier I heard, so you might be in shape for it already!

P.S. - talk to your recruiter about the physical requirements for your age group when taking the assesments. They should have an idea of what you're talking about. Sit ups, push ups, distance to bike/run/swim in X amount of minutes, sit and reach, chin ups etc.... That will help you know what the military expects of you. Then you can add on to that what you expect of yourself.



Najakcharmer -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:36:23 PM)

Weight lifter/bodybuilder here.  Is there perchance a specific community for pervs into fitness?  If there isn't, there should be.



Najakcharmer -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:42:02 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: intro2submissive

Living in DC I literally walk everywhere but the cravings are my issue. This evening I gave into a pizza craving and could still kick myself for it.


Eh, no big deal.  Everything in moderation, including moderation.  A sustainable healthy diet is one you can live with for the rest of your life - and that should include occasional treats for the soul.  After indulging in the occasional pizza and beer night, or whatever other delight you crave, you can go right back to the regularly scheduled healthy eating plan and feel good about it. 

I had Old Chicago deep dish tonight myself.  Very tasty.  Tomorrow it's back to brown rice, raw oats, cottage cheese, tuna, steamed chicken breast, veggies, whole grain bread, protein shakes, egg whites and other wholesome bodybuilding staples.   On my "days off" between workouts when I'm not carefully timing my macronutrient intake to fuel hardcore weight lifting workouts and muscle growth/recovery, there's room for the occasional pizza meal.  Don't kick yourself, enjoy your indulgence thoroughly and then get back on the regular schedule.



Wildfleurs -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:44:36 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: intro2submissive


Just wondering if anyone else is on a work-out/dietary plan to help stay in shape for the holidays?
I am in the process of getting in shape for the military and have been working out 4-5 times a week.
Any secrets anyone wants to share?

My work out hint would definetly be to switch upper body lifting and lower body with each day you work out. You don't want to strain the muscles while they're developing so taking your time is a must!


I don't have any secrets, but I've been going back to the gym for the last couple of weeks - I've found going consistently is really important but it really is relaxing to work out (I find it helps tremendously with stress).  I just do a combination of cardio (25 mins on the elliptical and 10-15 mins on the bike) 15 mins of weight lifting and 10 or so mins of yoga.

C~



popeye1250 -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 8:57:12 PM)

I've been working out for the last month after taking a "vacation" for the last year.
The trainer gave me 12 different machines to work out on for a "total body workout."
Before I do that though I do 35-40 minutes on the treadmill at 3 mpg at a 3 degree grade.
And I do three (3) reps on the machines instead of just two to get 50% more of a workout.
My pants are getting loser. I was 235 lbs when I started but I have't weighed myself yet. People tell me I look like I'm losing weight!
I want to get down to 209 lbs my "ideal" weight.
I'm 57 (on the 17th) a disabled veteran and if I can do it anyone here can too!
I went to U.S. Navy boot camp in Great Lakes, Ill in 1970.
We did A LOT of running, pushups, situps, pullups and the obstacle course.
You should start running/ cycling to build up endurance/stamina/ cardio.
It's nice to be "strong" but if you can't run five miles what good will it do you?
And if you're 5'4" and 155 lbs you probably need to lose about 25-30 lbs. So, start the running or use a treadmill or stationary bike.
Don't worry about boot camp, just do what they tell you and keep your mouth shut. You'll do just fine!
And don't "look" at your Company Commander/ Drill Sargeant unless he/she tells you to!



Cage -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 9:46:54 PM)

intro2submissive
 
There is much I can tell you about losing weight and keeping fit, but this is a huge topic and cannot be gone into in much detail here. However, here are a few points for you to note.
 
First drink a lot of water.... say 8 or 9 large glasses in a day.
 
Spread your daily food intake over at least 5 meals in a day.
(This should help a lot with cravings)
 
Eat a very well balanced diet and don't be afraid to take 1 multi-vitamin capsule per day.
 
The above three points are very very important. If you don't stick to them you will not have success.
 
 You have a BMI of just over 26. A healthy BMI for you would be about 22/23.
 
At your age this should not be too difficult for you.
 
Get plenty of excersize. I ride a road bike semi competitively, and also have a kayak. Using both these activities I have managed to to give all the main muscles a good workout and I now have excellent stamina.
 
Cycling is excellent for you.... it is easy to do. It is fun to do, so you will be much more likely to get into it, and the comraderie is very pleasant. I feel somewhat disappointed if I can't do 200kms per week. It is also a low impact activity.
 
Feel free to contact me via email if you want anymore advice. I would also be happy to crunch some numbers for you.
 
Regards
Cage.



FangsNfeet -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 9:56:36 PM)

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UtopianRanger -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 9:58:17 PM)

quote:

I am extremely active in all sorts of ways and I am in excellent shape, even though I could stand to lose 10 more lbs.


Judging by the picture of you in the blue dress, I think your daddy oughta be ''extra-special'' happy with you  ; }



- R



popeye1250 -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 10:06:11 PM)

Cage, you do 200km's per week on the bike?
That's a good bit, you must be in superb shape!
I like the cardio stuff for endurance and stamina.
The Trainer at the gym told me that we build muscle for 48 hours after working out on the weight machines.



Cage -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 10:20:21 PM)

Popeye... Yep..... 200kms (125miles) and yes I am very fit. I also put a lot of time into sports based electrolytes and hydrators. Very important for long distances, otherwise you run the risk of "Bonking" (love that word - but different kind of bonking.). I also like to spend about 25% of my time anaerobic. I guess that helps with muscle build up as well.... but that is not a priority for me.



Rumtiger -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 11:05:19 PM)

I'm in training to do the PAST test and be able to do it twice in a single day.

200 meter swim no time limit
1.5 mile run in less than 11.5 minutes
6 chin ups in one min
42 [I put it to 50] pushups in 2 min
50 situps in 2 min

in order to do what I need to do I should be able to do double all this , so 400 meters 3 miles, 12 chins, 100 pushups and 100 situps.

as for my routine at the gym, wells I think its too long to even list here.



intro2submissive -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 11:08:44 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: NaiveTempest

Which branch, if you don't mind my asking? I'll list the bootcamps easiest to hardest (as I understand from listening to stories and talking to recruiters):
1 Air Force
2 Navy (unless you're planning on being in the SEALs, then you're in for MONTHS of pain!)
3 Army (Rangers, SEALs and Marines sometimes train together hint, hint)
4 Marines

I understand wanting to be prepared, I did the same thing. Unless you have a year or so on your hands, it might still be a tough transition. Actually I don't know now. Boot Camps have actually been getting easier I heard, so you might be in shape for it already!

P.S. - talk to your recruiter about the physical requirements for your age group when taking the assesments. They should have an idea of what you're talking about. Sit ups, push ups, distance to bike/run/swim in X amount of minutes, sit and reach, chin ups etc.... That will help you know what the military expects of you. Then you can add on to that what you expect of yourself.


I'm headed to the Air Force and we've discussed the ease in which Boot Camp will be. I am just a paranoid person and feel that I should be 100% ready upon arrival so I can run with the front of the pack [8D]

Thanks for the input and did you serve at all?



intro2submissive -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 11:12:01 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: popeye1250

I've been working out for the last month after taking a "vacation" for the last year.
The trainer gave me 12 different machines to work out on for a "total body workout."
Before I do that though I do 35-40 minutes on the treadmill at 3 mpg at a 3 degree grade.
And I do three (3) reps on the machines instead of just two to get 50% more of a workout.
My pants are getting loser. I was 235 lbs when I started but I have't weighed myself yet. People tell me I look like I'm losing weight!
I want to get down to 209 lbs my "ideal" weight.
I'm 57 (on the 17th) a disabled veteran and if I can do it anyone here can too!
I went to U.S. Navy boot camp in Great Lakes, Ill in 1970.
We did A LOT of running, pushups, situps, pullups and the obstacle course.
You should start running/ cycling to build up endurance/stamina/ cardio.
It's nice to be "strong" but if you can't run five miles what good will it do you?
And if you're 5'4" and 155 lbs you probably need to lose about 25-30 lbs. So, start the running or use a treadmill or stationary bike.
Don't worry about boot camp, just do what they tell you and keep your mouth shut. You'll do just fine!
And don't "look" at your Company Commander/ Drill Sargeant unless he/she tells you to!


Im at the weight requirement for my height.. I am cursed with a muscular build which means I am weighing more.. if I lost 25lbs I'd look emaciated.. my legs are solid ( I leg press 240lbs).
And thanks for a few more bits of advice.. I will definetly take them with me to ensure the easiest time with boot camp.



MistressPav -> RE: Any fitness fans around? (12/9/2007 11:20:27 PM)

OP, If you're training for the military, you'll probably need more muscular Endurance training over actual Strength training. Work each major muscle group to FAILURE (not just fatigue) and be sure you stretch each muscle group for 20-30 seconds after lifting for maximum flexibility training.

Eat breakfast within 30 minutes after you rise in the morning and take your protien meals within 40 minutes after your workout.  Cut back on the "white" foods and keep up with the proper fiber intake.

Check out Les Mills BodyPump(tm) classes at your local Gold's gym. Not only are they absolutely fab, the female instructors that teach this format are quite cute  **wink**[;)]



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