*** The 2014 Gym Rats Thread ***
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Soldato
This is exactly what I have humbly gone and done.
I've back my weights down in order to get good form.
Soldato
This was written about Oly lifting but is just as applicable to all of us:
http://firstpull.net/2013/10/17/weightlifting-is-a-skill-and-it-should-be-trained-as-a-skill/
http://firstpull.net/2013/10/17/weightlifting-is-a-skill-and-it-should-be-trained-as-a-skill/
Man of Honour
This is something I've really taken on board.
...yet I still regularly forget it and be lazy about form :/ I managed to injure myself last week (thankfully only a minor injury) but I *knew* as I was working up to it that I was doing it wrong. I really should have stopped and concentrated. Sigh.
And this is why weightlifting is awesome. And an absolute nightmare at the same time.
I am in need of a new bench but funds are very limited, found this on the bay any thoughts 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GYMANO-SU...H-FLAT-INCLINE-DECLINE-MILITARY-/171198104232
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GYMANO-SU...H-FLAT-INCLINE-DECLINE-MILITARY-/171198104232
Man of Honour
So... My running plan was basically due to wanting more cardio endurance (mostly to improve my hill climbing whilst cycling). In addition to that I need to shift more blubber.
Thinking about it more I currently cycle 10+ miles each day Mon-Fri and 20-30 at the weekend. Just rode from Sheffield to Manchester too.
....this all leads me to think that maybe I shouldn't do running and perhaps look at something that would improve cardio endurance but also benefit lifting. Is some kind of HIIT involving split or dumbell squats worth looking at?
Apologies for rambling post - just trying to explain my reasoning
edit: Diet was awful before but this week I've initiated a strict diet plan also.
Thinking about it more I currently cycle 10+ miles each day Mon-Fri and 20-30 at the weekend. Just rode from Sheffield to Manchester too.
....this all leads me to think that maybe I shouldn't do running and perhaps look at something that would improve cardio endurance but also benefit lifting. Is some kind of HIIT involving split or dumbell squats worth looking at?
Apologies for rambling post - just trying to explain my reasoning
edit: Diet was awful before but this week I've initiated a strict diet plan also.
Caporegime
I am in need of a new bench but funds are very limited, found this on the bay any thoughts
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GYMANO-SU...H-FLAT-INCLINE-DECLINE-MILITARY-/171198104232
You'd do better looking here really: http://www.fitness-superstore.co.uk/utility_benches/10036_0c.html
Unless you know what you're looking for on the bay obviously. I know LiE built a home gym last year so he might be able to advise on the type of bench he has. The main thing you probably need to know is how much weight it can support (including your BW)
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Yeah i have been looking on fitness-superstore and powerhouse-fitness, they have some nice benches but my funds can't stretch, £100 is my max and i thought the stats of the bench i linked were quite good for the money, better than the cheap york, weider etc type benches.
FEATURES
Flat, Incline, Decline & Military positions (7 altogether)
Adjustable leg holder
High density tapered dual layer pads
Quick release adjusters
Non-slip rubber feet
Extra Heavy Duty
SPECIFICATION
Recommended Max Weight - 660 lbs / 300 kg
Dimensions: 59 cm wide x 150 cm long x 46 cm high
So... My running plan was basically due to wanting more cardio endurance (mostly to improve my hill climbing whilst cycling). In addition to that I need to shift more blubber.
Thinking about it more I currently cycle 10+ miles each day Mon-Fri and 20-30 at the weekend. Just rode from Sheffield to Manchester too.
....this all leads me to think that maybe I shouldn't do running and perhaps look at something that would improve cardio endurance but also benefit lifting. Is some kind of HIIT involving split or dumbell squats worth looking at?
Apologies for rambling post - just trying to explain my reasoning
edit: Diet was awful before but this week I've initiated a strict diet plan also.
Sounds like you're doing more than enough endurance work to me already! Cardio is not like resistance training in that it can be trained/improved quickly and ultimately 'peaked' a lot easier.
Soldato
Do you already have a rack then, to rest the bar on?
Soldato
Only you know this as you are the best judge of how hard you are working.
Lighter is good so your central nervous system and muscles get used to what you're hitting them with... but you then have to progress consistently.
Thanks, I thought it would be something like that.
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I have finally got a gym membership! Yes!
I've got til June to see some change, whereby I will then be moving on (hopefully to a graduate job).
Best hypertrophy starting routine? Eating a lot better nowadays, and will be aiming for probably 3,000 calories a day.
Looking to do a bit of cardio just to reduce my heart rate and to get better circulation. Maybe a couple miles twice a week.
I've got til June to see some change, whereby I will then be moving on (hopefully to a graduate job).
Best hypertrophy starting routine? Eating a lot better nowadays, and will be aiming for probably 3,000 calories a day.
Looking to do a bit of cardio just to reduce my heart rate and to get better circulation. Maybe a couple miles twice a week.
I have finally got a gym membership! Yes!
I've got til June to see some change, whereby I will then be moving on (hopefully to a graduate job).
Best hypertrophy starting routine? Eating a lot better nowadays, and will be aiming for probably 3,000 calories a day.
Looking to do a bit of cardio just to reduce my heart rate and to get better circulation. Maybe a couple miles twice a week.
Have a look in the OP.
Man of Honour
I'm about to hand my notice in at David Lloyd! \
/ I shall be saving myself nearly £600 this year as a result.
Goodbye DL you bloody useless POS gym. Bloody 3 month notice, but meh, it's done.
Happy days.
/ I shall be saving myself nearly £600 this year as a result.Goodbye DL you bloody useless POS gym. Bloody 3 month notice, but meh, it's done.
Happy days.
I'm about to hand my notice in at David Lloyd! \
Goodbye DL you bloody useless POS gym. Bloody 3 month notice, but meh, it's done.
Happy days.
Well done. Now start Olympic lifting.
Man of Honour
They actually have a lifting platform too - and a 1/2 rack which is still miles better than DL.
I'm about to hand my notice in at David Lloyd! \
Goodbye DL you bloody useless POS gym. Bloody 3 month notice, but meh, it's done.
Happy days.
Keep us updated on your continued Zumba and Bums & Tums conquest
Found a real gym?