Waspy Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I have just joined the new Xercise4Less gym that's going to open in the centre of Glasgow at the end of January. I'm going to Vegas in the Summer next year with the missus and I am wanting to be in good shape for going there. I am needing some tips on good healthy food that I can eat as I am a fussy bugger when it comes to food and want to make a good start on healthy eating during the month of January before I start going the gym. I have seen a few people saying about blenders for making smoothies and also about taking powders that you can add to things. I would really appreciate some tips on things like that. What are you aiming for? You looking to lose weight or bulk up? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_BullyWee Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 What are you aiming for? You looking to lose weight or bulk up? I would probably be looking to get rid of a stone or so at first and then try and tone up and put on a wee bit of muscle afterwards. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebadee Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Too much people over complicating fitness.It aint fuckin rocket science to get fit. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JogaBonito Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I have just joined the new Xercise4Less gym that's going to open in the centre of Glasgow at the end of January. I'm going to Vegas in the Summer next year with the missus and I am wanting to be in good shape for going there. I am needing some tips on good healthy food that I can eat as I am a fussy bugger when it comes to food and want to make a good start on healthy eating during the month of January before I start going the gym. I have seen a few people saying about blenders for making smoothies and also about taking powders that you can add to things. I would really appreciate some tips on things like that. Is there a promotion going for new members? Did you get much information by any chance? I spotted them too but was too busy to talk. If it's another one of the 24/7 constantly chock-a-block gyms, then I'll probably leave it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_BullyWee Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Is there a promotion going for new members? Did you get much information by any chance? I spotted them too but was too busy to talk. If it's another one of the 24/7 constantly chock-a-block gyms, then I'll probably leave it. It's £9.99 a month if you sign up for 12 months. The gym doesn't open up until January 30th. The deal I have got was that the first payment of £9.99 doesn't get taken until the end of February so I don't pay the £20 you pay straight away for the first month and the admin fee. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BishyTON Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I go to Pure Gym in Paisley these days. It is perfect for me - new, good quality equipment and very quiet when I go (7am-8.30am). £10.99 a month promo rate until July makes it even better. I have been a member of Pure Gym on Bath Street, The Gym on Jamaica Street and have used Nuffield Health in Finnieston and my current gym is by far the best for me. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcat1990 Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I go to Pure Gym in Paisley these days. It is perfect for me - new, good quality equipment and very quiet when I go (7am-8.30am). £10.99 a month promo rate until July makes it even better. I have been a member of Pure Gym on Bath Street, The Gym on Jamaica Street and have used Nuffield Health in Finnieston and my current gym is by far the best for me. Same gym as me captain. When it's deid it's excellent. Peak period post work midweek is fucking insane though and just not worth the time. Early doors on a Saturday morning, free weights area is empty and I'm a happy chappy. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_BullyWee Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 When I was joining the guy was saying they are opening 4 gyms in Glasgow next year and the code you use to get in the gym gets you in all the rest. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JogaBonito Posted December 23, 2014 Share Posted December 23, 2014 It's £9.99 a month if you sign up for 12 months. The gym doesn't open up until January 30th. The deal I have got was that the first payment of £9.99 doesn't get taken until the end of February so I don't pay the £20 you pay straight away for the first month and the admin fee. Thanks for the answer. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted December 23, 2014 Share Posted December 23, 2014 Did you box in Edinburgh? Holyrood on Gorgie Rd but it's closing (they're trying to find new premises). They've got one at Duddingston but it's a trek for me. Had first fight at start of November. Hoped to have another in Feb but I've really buggered my shoulder so probably spring or summer before I can do another. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostin' Kev Posted December 23, 2014 Share Posted December 23, 2014 I know the place it's Brad Welsh's club. I'm starting at Lochend ABC in January. Good luck with the shoulder. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted December 23, 2014 Share Posted December 23, 2014 I know the place it's Brad Welsh's club. I'm starting at Lochend ABC in January. Good luck with the shoulder. Yes - Brad is larger than life! A force of nature. Enjoy Lochend - was speaking to someone the other day who trains there. Cheers - dodgy shoulder is a good excuse for massages so not all bad. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostin' Kev Posted December 23, 2014 Share Posted December 23, 2014 Any reason to pay a visit to the Ambassador Sauna sounds good to me. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Capsule Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Didn't know where else to post this, but any idea where I can use a bod pod in Glasgow? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ICTChris Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 Started a new programme tonight at the gym. 10 deadlifts 10 squats 10 Olympic lunges Repeat I started doing this with a 20kg barbell (haven't done freeweight in years so starting low. 8/6/4 Seated row 8/6/4 Lat pulldown 10 chin-ups 10 pull-ups 10 hanging leg raises Finish off with a 15 minute HIIT session on the stationary bike. Thoughts? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostin' Kev Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 (edited) . Edited January 19, 2015 by Billy Dynamite 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostin' Kev Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 It's better than doing nothing. Would separate it into 3 sessions and do 3 sets of each exercise and include push work like chest and shoulder exercises. It's a good idea starting on a low weight you'll soon increase it if you train regularly. You won't do hiit at a good intensity after weights work save it for days when not in the gym. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honest_Man#1 Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 I'm doing well in the gym, consistently upping the weights etc but while I'm putting on muscle, I just can't eat enough calories. According to the app I use I need to be among in just under 3000 calories a day to put on weight, but I'm only really hitting low 2000's as I just can't pack enough food in. Any tips for getting in the extra calories? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La_Leyenda Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 Anyone recommended a good Glasgow club gym? Been a member for a few months, and tend to use the one closest to where I live, but the air conditioning is non existent and it's like a sauna. On the running machine I'm not that out of breath or in much pain and I'm pretty sure I could keep going a bit longer if it wasn't for the heat, that's what makes me slow down and start walking. The sweat is dripping off me after five minutes. My membership gets me into any of the other gyms so gonna try a few out. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMMjag Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 I'm doing well in the gym, consistently upping the weights etc but while I'm putting on muscle, I just can't eat enough calories. According to the app I use I need to be among in just under 3000 calories a day to put on weight, but I'm only really hitting low 2000's as I just can't pack enough food in. Any tips for getting in the extra calories? Same issue for me. I like to add cheese or cream to some of my meals to ramp the calories up a bit. It works for me as I'm not too fussed about fat intake or anything just now, and it means I don't have to prepare extra meals. Avacados are good to have on standby too as they're pretty dense in calories, but they can be quite expensive to buy in regularly. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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