Need some tips on getting fit

[Anonymous 0]

Go to HASFIT.com….they post a lot of free exercise videos. All you really need is a couple of light dumb bells, no expensive machines. Search for beginner workouts….there’s several that are quickly done yet very challenging. They really helped me get started.

Once you start, stick to it!

[Solid SnakeParticipant 255]

Y_ wrote:

You did not give any details of your medical condition, age or physical attributes so any advice can be generic.

Important to remember a lot of the fitness companies are after your money so beware of their game plans.

The brothers here have done the work. Fitness is not muscles, which one day turn to fat.

Some good cardiovascular work, long walks fresh air, good balanced diet ( I recommend Stealthy MGTOW’s threads on recipes) and some stress relieving exercises like yoga would help immensely.

Keep a balanced mind and body combo. Have fun. Take your daily red pill. Find out what works for you.

Cheers.

No medical condition, just a fat lazy c~~~ to begin with 😀

I’m 25, 182cm tall and currently 114kg (I’m down 14KG since I started this thread).

I’m awaiting a set of 1kg-10kg dumbbells to come in that I’ve ordered, I’ll start on them when they come in.

Fitness has improved as I’ve only been eating properly and doing 50 minutes of cardio on my exercise bike that I bought and I completely gave up alcohol.

Had blood pressure tested the other day, 120/70, f~~~ing perfect.

I can’t swim at all so that will be on the list of things I need to learn to do, I’ll take classes when I get a bit more weight off me.

If I can get very fit and learn to swim well, I’m considering throwing in the towel on my business and joining the Navy.

I’ve got no ties to the area aside from family, friends and the business (which I’m f~~~ing over) and the Navy is having a very hard time to fill positions on our Submarine fleet, the pay is f~~~ing excellent and I’ve got no wife/girlfriend to hold me back and don’t give a f~~~ about a relationship, I’m the perfect candidate to spend months on the bottom of the ocean away from everyone.

[Bozo BusParticipant 27]

I lost my legs in Nam, but have a hand powered 3 wheel bike that combines aerobic and strength. It is a great combo workout, and I get to enjoy nature along the way. There is a 10 mile bike loop right out my front door, and an heated pool 3 miles away in the Northern Michigan woods I live in. Salmon and egg whites is my usual breakfast with tuna, and after tuna, yogurt with fresh fruit for lunch. Supper is lean meat, fresh vegggies and salad.

[Solid SnakeParticipant 255]

I’ve got a nice push bike that I will soon start using again, I’m finding now that I’m starting to max out the resistance on the exercise bike already.

I can still do 9.5km in 25 minutes on 31 out of 32 on the resistance on the exercise bike, I started out being f~~~ed on 12 and 14.

I’ve started to get muscle definition in my thighs as well.

When I get a bit more flab off me I’ll hit up the local swimming pools and get some adult swimming lessons and hit the pool too.

[Solid SnakeParticipant 255]

I’m down 20kg (44 lbs) now.

[AwakenedParticipant 35203]

CONGRATULATIONS !!!

NOW, JUST KEEP DOING WHATEVER YOU”RE DOING BECAUSE IT WORKS FOR YOU !!!

Remember, the ULTIMATE GOAL is to MAINTAIN YOUR body/weight once you have OBTAINED YOUR GOAL!!

MAINTENANCE IS AN ONGOING GOAL !!

Too Many people reach their weight/fitness goal, take a deep breath, and say to themselves boy I’m HAPPY with my NEW BODY, and they begin to slip back into THEIR OLD HABITS not realizing that ONGOING MAINTENANCE is the KEY, and can be CHALLENGING at times !!

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[Solid SnakeParticipant 255]

Awakened wrote:

CONGRATULATIONS !!!

NOW, JUST KEEP DOING WHATEVER YOU”RE DOING BECAUSE IT WORKS FOR YOU !!!

Remember, the ULTIMATE GOAL is to MAINTAIN YOUR body/weight once you have OBTAINED YOUR GOAL!!

MAINTENANCE IS AN ONGOING GOAL !!

Too Many people reach their weight/fitness goal, take a deep breath, and say to themselves boy I’m HAPPY with my NEW BODY, and they begin to slip back into THEIR OLD HABITS not realizing that ONGOING MAINTENANCE is the KEY, and can be CHALLENGING at times !!

Thanks man,

I’ve been doing heaps of cardio, I do Monday-Friday 1 hour in the morning on the bikes max resistance now, about 20-22km in an hour.

I’ve given up all alcohol and coke (drink lol) so when I’m out I just drink soda water with some lemon in it.

I’ll hit weights soon to tone up a bit, but I’m trying to drop another 20kg or so, its not a diet, diets are bulls~~~ fads its a lifestyle change.

[OldBillParticipant]

Solid Snake wrote:

its not a diet, diets are bulls~~~ fads its a lifestyle change.

That’s exactly the right mindset to have. You’re not starting some diet which you’ll follow for a few weeks or months. You’re making changes which you’ll follow for the rest of your life.

What you eat and how much you eat – the original meaning of the word diet – is far more important than any exercise. All the exercise in the world cannot make up for a s~~~ty diet.

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[MarathonManParticipant 77]

I need to change my diet.

I eat far too much processed junk food at lunchtime ‘cos I’m not organised enough to do lunch properly (lame excuse I know).

That being said – I really dont want to lose any more weight! I’ve shed 20kg since I started running and am now at a very lean 72kg (160lbs) for 6’2″. It does worry me that if I actually improved my lunchtime McDiet and ended up eating real food I’d end up shedding more weight and start resembling a concentration camp victim!

The whole “calories in = calories out” can make it tricky to find enough calories when you burn so many!

Such are the unusual concerns of someone who runs 50+ miles a week!

[TrapperParticipant 2912]

Solid Snake wrote:

I’m down 20kg (44 lbs) now.

Great job!

[Northern SoulParticipant 186]

I have a mental job which takes up most of my time so finding time to exercise can be difficult. My best results have been 1 hour swimming before work (means getting in the pool for 6 – 6.30am) 2-3 times a week. 50 sit ups and 50 push ups each day. Green tea for breakfast. Porridge/shredded wheat/nuts/chopped banana (all mixed together) for lunch and normal dinner with whatever you like for dessert.

The results have been amazing – lost 2 stone, more energy and 30 increase performance at work.

My body is toned but not ripped, I look good a suit etc and feel healthy so if these are results you want give it a go.

[Solid SnakeParticipant 255]

I’m looking at joining one of those crossfit gyms soon.

[CombatRollParticipant 2594]

@solid Snake

x2 what he said. Sugar and processing is EVIL. Diet is 90% of weightloss, but exercise is crucial.

What is your current fitness level? What is your build like?

Don’t fixate on squats!! Here is a workout I’d like you to try just once or twice and then report back how you liked it.

This sounds gay, but if you have a YMCA near or other gym – try one of their circuit classes. Sometimes they call it body pump or something stupid. Try it.

It is a series of stations and typically you go to each station for a minute and then on to the next. The downside is there are a bunch of talky bitches in there- but it is a good workout for someone starting out. Often I will do much more weight so I’m building muscle (vs doing girl weight and a zillion reps).

As far as squats: almost every time these classes have some sort of lung (reverse, single leg, side, etc) and these are better than squats. Box jumps are great too.

If you Don’t have access to a class – set up your own circuit. If you need a sample circuit let me know.

Awakened wrote:

Stop eating processed Crap. Cut out grains, sugar, vegetable oils/margarines–use olive oil, avocado oil, butter , and don’t overdue it with starchy vegetables.
Eat non-processed proteins, fats, and vegetables.

[CELParticipant 29]

Hi Solid Snake. Firstly, kudos for wanting to better yourself through fitness. I get where you’re coming from. I’ve dropped 30 kg in just over 2 years and it’s made a world of difference to everything in life.

Many of the brothers have already posted heaps of good advice and tips – but here are my thoughts for what they’re worth.

I agree that eating properly (by minimising sugar and processed foods) will get you a long way there on the weight loss front, as that’s how I did it. Good diet management and portion control is essential. But so is allowing yourself to have the ‘comfort’ foods you enjoy every once in a while. Balance is important. Don’t be afraid to have the burger or pizza every once in a while – you just need to understand the effect it has on your body and what you need to do to counteract it with exercise or perhaps eating less the next day. I’d suggest using My Fitness Pal (www.myfitnesspal.com). It’ll give you a great understanding of what and how much you’re eating, the effect it has on your body and what you should be doing to achieve your goals.

So far as cardio fitness is concerned – I’m a cyclist. I recommend to anyone to take it up if you’d like to get fit. Getting a decent bike and hitting the road (or mountain bike tracks) is one of the most life affirming and satisfying ways of getting fit. My goals are to ride 1200-1300 km, climb at least 15’000 metres and compete in one race or event per month. It keeps me healthy, sane, grounded and keeps the weight off. I use Strava (www.strava.com) to track my rides, it’s a brilliant tool to set goals and stick to them. You can use it for running too.

I also do strength training 3-4 days per week. Just a circuit of weights focused on one exercise per each major muscle group. It’s a nice balance to my time on the bike, helps build strength and is good for the mind too.

Anyway, that’s how I stay ahead of the curve.

All the best with it bro and good luck 🙂

[nonameParticipant 746]

MarathonMan wrote:

I need to change my diet.

I eat far too much processed junk food at lunchtime ‘cos I’m not organised enough to do lunch properly (lame excuse I know).

That being said – I really dont want to lose any more weight! I’ve shed 20kg since I started running and am now at a very lean 72kg (160lbs) for 6’2″. It does worry me that if I actually improved my lunchtime McDiet and ended up eating real food I’d end up shedding more weight and start resembling a concentration camp victim!

The whole “calories in = calories out” can make it tricky to find enough calories when you burn so many!

Such are the unusual concerns of someone who runs 50+ miles a week!

Did you considered keto?
It does improve aerobic performance and is easy to maintain after initial adjustment.
Ketosis – advantaged or misunderstood state

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. - Aristotle
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