christoofar 0 #1 January 20, 2003 Just checkin' to see who were the stupids who made fitness a New Year's Resolution. I made it one last year and managed to drop from a 36"w to a 31"w now. Stupid me, I made fitness a stupid NYR again this year, and so far I'm coming along okay. How are y'all doin? ____________________________________________________________ I'm RICK JAMES! Fo shizzle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessd 0 #2 January 20, 2003 Well, fitness was not really my new year's resolution. I relly try not to ever make one. But, I started going back to the gym a little over a month ago. So far, so good. I've been pretty good about going, but at the same time if I don't make it there no big deal. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #3 January 20, 2003 Well it wasn't a new years resolution....actually I can't remember what that was.I was planning on getting in better shape, but until my wrist can handle don't more than me taking it for a walk. Anyway as soon as I'm cleared to normal activity, I'll be back trying to tone up. Oh just remember my New years resolution...it was to quit eating red meat.....so far so good. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hagar 0 #4 January 20, 2003 Good. Have increased my wingload from 1.0 to 1.1+.--- PCSS #10 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #5 January 20, 2003 Cutting down on the running for a while and working on strength/mass along with grappling. Doing cardio on the stationary bike for at least 20 mins."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #6 January 20, 2003 I am trying to balance exercise and rest. After a good fart, I take a nap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarge 0 #7 January 20, 2003 I have a fond regard and respect for those who make 'resolutions' and honor them. I have thus far failed in attempts to maintain resolutions that are absent true inspiration. As far as that goes my inspirations for self-improvement seem fatefully doomed to being constructively developed through processes of trial and error. I am satisfied with my waist size, or else I'd change it. I don't care for how much I have smoked so I cut down. I decided I will give what I can when I can. With all things likewise considered I have a lot to be grateful for. The impetus for change in my life generally comes from sources outside; the dedication to maintain comes from inspiration. Geez!!! that sounds just way too serious?! How bout; I feel fat, i drink/smoke too much, I'm too lazy to start working out (again) and I just don't care right now!!! I'm going to take a nap.-- I'm done with the personally meaningful and philosophical sigs!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve1 5 #8 January 20, 2003 It's finally sinking in that I'm getting old. Have tried to get more serious about working out. I've been to the gym about 4 days a week since Fall. I spend about 45 minutes on weights and about 20 on the treadmill. Cutting back on calories. Have lost about eight pounds since New Years. All I need to do now is stick with it. I hate dieting, but I also hate being fat. Exercise alone wasn't enough. Steve1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #9 January 20, 2003 Hehe! Since last May, I've lost like 30 pounds (when my roommate moved out, she took her twirly fwirlies with her!) But, I'm still not feeling like I used to...you know...being able to run 3 miles and say "Maybe I should run one more!", not feeling like taking a nap at 1 pm. I guess I didn't realize just how fast my metabolism slowed down from high school.There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trilete312 0 #10 January 20, 2003 I have kicked it back into high gear as of the new year. After a years worth of surgeries and missing the daily workout, I have a long road back to my days of doing marathons, but so far so good. I put about 9 hours on the stationary bike last week along with lifting and some aerobics. I start running tomorrow. Marathon is in September already signed up so I can't back out. Only way to keep up is to sign up for the future race so I have a goal to shoot for. But WOW do I hurt today.----------- Ready, Set, Gooooooo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pammi 0 #11 January 20, 2003 Quote Good. Have increased my wingload from 1.0 to 1.1+. ROFL! And here I was trying to DECREASE mine. So far so good...actually ENJOYING myself..how weird. Pammi Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 558 #12 January 21, 2003 This sore knee is slowing me down, limiting my attendance at Tae Box classes, so I have vowed to concentrate on strength and stretching exercises until the orthopedic specialist looks at my knee next month. Bicycling is one of the few aerobic exercises I can do without my knee hurting, so I have gone for a few hour-long rides this year. I really should try to ride every non-rainy day. Yesterday I did a four sets of chin ups and a few stretches. This morning you folks made me feel so guilty that I stepped away from the computer to do push-ups until my arms started burning. Has anyone figured out what affect push-ups have on abdominal muscles? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #13 January 21, 2003 Bah!!, I'm a 140 Lb dude, c'mon, I can't bulk up even though I eat like a viking __________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deleted 0 #14 January 21, 2003 Well, I am now working nights, and I can't seem to be able to get the work out thing mixed into this.help! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haakon 0 #15 January 21, 2003 QuoteHas anyone figured out what affect push-ups have on abdominal muscles? Try standing in a push-up like position on your elbows instead of your hands for about a minute. It has a good effect on the stabilizing abdominal muscles. I guess push-ups could have a similar effect. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #16 January 21, 2003 Hmmm... I've been a lazy SOB this year so far. Getting in shape is an all year goal though. Not just for New Years. I have to exercise outside. Gyms are not for me, so when the days get a little longer I'll be riding or jogging more... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve1 5 #17 January 21, 2003 Rigger Rob, I'm sure pushups do hit your abs a lot. Doing pull ups also hits them well. Did you tear your knee out doing tandems? I've heard that can happen. Steve1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #18 January 21, 2003 Heather.... I go right after work. I dont let meself come home until I work out(on my workout days) you get tired on you way to the gym but by the time you get IN the gym your starting to feel better! My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unutsch 0 #19 January 21, 2003 there i was, walking up to the 3rd floor to get to my doctor, and had to stop on the 2nd for a second to get a deep breath, before i could continue climbing the MFing stairs... and than, in the waiting room there were some 4 young and pretty girls, who looked very strangly at me while i was trying not to breath like an elephant... i know that's very bad since i'm only 22 years old, but on the other hand, when it comes to skydiving, i can do 12 jumps per day with no problems... so all i need to do now, is to apply the same mind set i have while skydiving, to activities related with sport and work out... hm, this would even work with learning... nah, i'm to lazy Check out the site of the Fallen Angels FreeflY Organisation: http://www.padliangeli.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessd 0 #20 January 21, 2003 I found this article - kind of related to this thread. I found some of their "ideas" about what is exercise to be pretty funny. According to this article ironing is a way to start light exercising and housecleaning is considered to be bumping it up. http://channels.netscape.com/ns/news/package.jsp?name=exercisetips/exercisetips "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #21 January 21, 2003 I've been blessed by this chronic pain condition that keeps me vigilant about keeping my weight down. I eat a very high protein diet with low carbs and exercise a little bit every single day. Stretch, situps or the wheel thing, pull-ups, pushups and curls. Walk for at least 20 minutes every day, usually with ankle weights. I don't have time to go to the gym, but this regimen has really been working for me. I lost a hundred pounds two years ago, and kept it off, and even gained about 10 pounds of lean mass this last year. For me, it's about a little effort every single day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IronMike 0 #22 January 22, 2003 I had a resolution, it involved booze (red bull& vodka on an empty stomach) and an incident back in December where I should have gone to jail. (nobody hurt, except my car). I quit drinking beer (exept the one at the swoop & chug) and started working out and eating right. I went from 195 to 165 (today) and am getting some guns too. I have no more beer belly and I can call myself slender for the first time in 15 years. And, Im in no danger of a DUI anymore. I still drink wine. I have been eating mainly tuna right out of the can, soybeans and asparagus. Beer is bad, people! (My citizenship from TX is automatically revoked with that statement). Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scoby 0 #23 January 22, 2003 I couldn't work out for the latter part of last year (hard opening left my back sore). Since the New Year, I've been doing cardio and started back at weights. It's painful to see how much less weight I can move, but it's coming back. It's easier to get back into shape than to get in shape the first time. I should be back to normal in a few months. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
