JamieT1314 Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Was it? I'm just adding a recommendation as someone asked about losing weight a few posts back. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Medeiros Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 For anyone looking to lose weight, my girlfriend started Scottish Slimmers and has lost a stone in 5 weeks. Another stone and a half and she'll leave you for fresh cock. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweeperDee Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 On a gallon of water a day (obviously pissing like a racehorse), and it's helping a lot with keeping the water weight off and helping me keep the body fat down. Would recommend thoroughly to anyone to invest in a gallon water bottle. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topcat(The most tip top) Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Anyone else doing the Swimathon in March? I'm signed up for the 5Km I did it in 1:38:30 when I was a few years younger. I don't think I'll hit that again but 1:45 seems possible 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostin' Kev Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 That's well out of my league just now, what's the details though? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topcat(The most tip top) Posted February 15, 2016 Share Posted February 15, 2016 That's well out of my league just now, what's the details though? Shorter distances are available if you're not feeling up to the full 5km. It's 4 weeks from next weekend so you'd have time to train for 1500m The site is http://swimathon.org/ 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostin' Kev Posted February 15, 2016 Share Posted February 15, 2016 I do 1000m 3 times a week for speed/time just now in between days at gym and am increasing distance as times goes on.Starting at a club for the first time this Wednesday that usually does close to 2000m per session. I swim at Leith Vic, occasionally Glenogle, both of which are taking part. It's at a weekend though which isn't a good time for me. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Jo Jo Junior Shabadoo Posted February 15, 2016 Share Posted February 15, 2016 I'm looking to lose some weight, Instead of chewing bacon, chew gum. Instead of using Pop Tarts for sandwiches, use bread. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumigoo Posted February 15, 2016 Share Posted February 15, 2016 Instead of chewing bacon, chew gum. Instead of using Pop Tarts for sandwiches, use bread. I had a Pop Tart for the first time in about ten years yesterday. It was alright. I'd recommend the 'Lean in 15' book for people who want to do a bit of healthy cooking. Made about a dozen or so recipes in the last month and they have all been pretty great (and only take 15 minutes to make, hence the name). 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topcat(The most tip top) Posted February 15, 2016 Share Posted February 15, 2016 I do 1000m 3 times a week for speed/time just now in between days at gym and am increasing distance as times goes on.Starting at a club for the first time this Wednesday that usually does close to 2000m per session. I swim at Leith Vic, occasionally Glenogle, both of which are taking part. It's at a weekend though which isn't a good time for me. I'm doing it on the Friday night Irritatingly the Commonwealth pool wasn't an option this time and neither was Tollcross in Glasgow so I'm having to do it in a 25m pool On the upside that means my chances of beating 1:45 are improved 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambomo Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 That book sounds really good. I just had a look on Amazon and there is a video clip of the author making a steak sandwich which looks fab. Think I'll give it a go! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcat1990 Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 The authors an "instragram sensation". Yer awrite. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moo Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 What's everyone's tri's workout? I'm looking to change mines up a bit, had a look online to see what most people say is the best but different opinions everywhere. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostin' Kev Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 (edited) I don't train them directly, if you're pressing heavy you probably won't need to do anything but if you wanted to I'd add dips. Edited February 16, 2016 by Billy Dynamite 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcat1990 Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 What's everyone's tri's workout? I'm looking to change mines up a bit, had a look online to see what most people say is the best but different opinions everywhere. Skullcrushers and dips predominantly. Mix it up with machines and cables in the gym. Each session will change rep system to keep it interesting and muscles guessing. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieStevenson Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Shall I attempt to get fit by making my return to the gym tomorrow for the first time since October? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honest_Man#1 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 What's everyone's tri's workout? I'm looking to change mines up a bit, had a look online to see what most people say is the best but different opinions everywhere. I do dips, rope pull downs, overhead tricep extension and close hand push-ups. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spain Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 *bump* I had a snowboarding accident back in January and had to have surgery because of it. I piled on a few pounds (ok, over a stone) while I was laid up not doing much and boozing & feasting like a king because I had nothing else to do. I eventually peaked at 16st 10, which was ludicrous even at my 6ft 2. I wasn't all that fit to begin with (although I did manage a 10k in just under the hour mark pre accident @ 15st 8) as I seemed to be getting niggly little injuries every time I tried to do something. But the time laid up seems to have actually given me time for all those niggles to sort themselves out. Now that I've been discharged from Physio I'm back looking after myself properly and I must say I'm quite enjoying it and the results. Working out 4 times a week - which is more than I've managed since my teens - and eating healthily I've lost 20lbs in 8 weeks which happened to include a very beer heavy 2 week holiday where I'd put 4 pounds back on. Essentially, 6 weeks worth of work has lost be 24lbs in that case. Currently now 15st 4 and aiming to be under the 14st mark by September/October time. I don't know how much lower than that I can go as I am pretty broad shouldered and muscley but I can't wait to see where I end up. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spain Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Anyway, that was meant to lead to a question. As I'm enjoying my 4 workouts (which are all HIIT/GVT mixes that I do at home by myself) I was considering throwing some distance running in on my days off but was concerned I'd be overdoing it and that I'd bring back my niggles. Anyone any experience with these kind of problems or have much of an opinion about rest days? I'm only talking about running 5k or so once or twice a week on top of the 4 workouts. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamonds are Forever Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 9 hours ago, Spain said: Anyway, that was meant to lead to a question. As I'm enjoying my 4 workouts (which are all HIIT/GVT mixes that I do at home by myself) I was considering throwing some distance running in on my days off but was concerned I'd be overdoing it and that I'd bring back my niggles. Anyone any experience with these kind of problems or have much of an opinion about rest days? I'm only talking about running 5k or so once or twice a week on top of the 4 workouts. The answer to all these is 'depends', but depends what your niggles are I guess, and how intense your HIIT is just now. I've had knee and ankle operations in the past so I'm very reluctant to do distance running. I don't particularly enjoy it, HIIT gets far better results for me and puts less pressure on your joints, particularly if you carry a bit of weight, so I see no reason to do it. However if you enjoy doing it I'd introduce it gradually maybe once a week and see how you feel and go from there. If it was me I'd just keep doing what you're doing but gradually make your HIIT workouts harder/longer as you get fitter, you'll keep getting results and will allow you still to have your rest days. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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