The get in better shape thread 06/01to 12/31/12

I took a pretty big step back in the progress of my knee healing last night. Went for a short, steady 11 mile ride on the bike (it received a tune-up, so i had to test it out). The first 10 miles were easy, but the last mile was uncomfortable and seemingly hindered my progress, if not hurt it.
It still is only painful when it bears significantly more weight while bent (climbing stairs, squatting, pedaling in higher gears), so I think I'm still good enough to take a jog this afternoon. We'll see. I'll take it pretty easy, but i need to get some exercise. I feel like a hog.

Same here. Been cutting back on my workout since it's getting hot. Won't start again until we kick up the AC in the house but so far shooting my bow and arrow has been good workout on arms and sides. 

My knee can finally bear weight...not strong enough to do one legged squats yet.

I've been doing the elliptical and leg press machine as well as lunges.  Lunges seem ok on my knee for some reason.

Must get my leg muscles back.  I hate having a flabby leg

^Damn, you're a beast! When did you make time to eat? lol

That makes sense to have only one dominant leg unless you're ambidextrous, then I hate you.  

^ Maybe now you can ride switch better!  

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it seems that altitude training is the big "thing" this year in fitness. i see a lot of people in those dumb ass painters mask looking things for when they are doing any kind of workout or cardio. I dont see the point in it unless you are going to be doing some super serious running in the future. but maybe someone on here would be interested.

Originally posted by Angry Midget Yo Originally posted by cds4288 it seems that altitude training is the big "thing" this year in fitness. i see a lot of people in those dumb ass painters mask looking things for when they are doing any kind of workout or cardio. I dont see the point in it unless you are going to be doing some super serious running in the future. but maybe someone on here would be interested. Anything with too much tools and what not contraptions just turns me off and looks pretty stupid like how you see things in those info commercials.  Keep things simple people.

Seriously. I love natural workouts. Don't people live short lives that live in high altitude areas. If I ever got into that, I would feel like Batman!

^ Nice!

Make sure to take before and after pics

I think today I'll go to my apt gym and go on the elliptical for 30 min followed by the leg press machine, quad/hamstring machine, and come back to my apt to do the other PT exercises.

Originally posted by irish-boarder Ok here's my situation. I have minimal fat, we're talking barely any fat at all here, yet i have a little pot belly that sticks out. Why would this be? I have a decent chest and arms (working on both). For what reason does my stomach stick out and what can i do to bring it in (without holding my breath for long periods)?

Start running, that will melt the fat little pot belly.

I was keeping up with taking before and after pics everyday but then I decided to delete them.    

I haven't been able to work out as much as I used to either but changing up my diet has really made up for me slacking off on working out.  I've been trying to get some ab work outs in but it's hard to when you have 4 dogs jumping all over you.  

Originally posted by irish-boarder Ok here's my situation. I have minimal fat, we're talking barely any fat at all here, yet i have a little pot belly that sticks out. Why would this be? I have a decent chest and arms (working on both). For what reason does my stomach stick out and what can i do to bring it in (without holding my breath for long periods)?

And the rest of us want to see you pole dancing, A.M.Y....

^ I'll put the mop and bucket on stand-by, j.

Good to hear the progress is continuing, Hana.

I've been slackin-ass with my Insanity workouts. I started last Thursday and have only got 3 workouts in. I think my main issue is my GF makes me feel all awkward when she's around and I'm tryna work out. I post my progress (just words, no pics lol) on FB and she gets all "Why do you feel the NEED to post updates of that?", in the tone that suggests im tryna get every woman on FB to bang me or something. I just have a couple friends who have had good success with the workout, and they cheer me on and stuff. It's nice to have a support group! Especially when the gf's bein a jealous beezy :))

Gonna do workout 4 this afternoon before she gets home. Then gonna go for a run. That was a poor decision on my part last time, but I gotta make up for bein lazy!

Just got into indoor rock climbing and it's a great workout! Super fun and I highly recommend getting your belay card and trying it!

^ rock climbing is fun.  Never realized before I tried it how much of a leg workout it is. 

Still going to the gym.  Been alternating gym days with yoga days to get my flexibility back.  The left side is super tight so I've been focusing on trying to loosen that side up.

The knee is feeling more and more normal.  I do notice though that if I don't move around and am sitting at my desk all day long, it gets stiff.  My right knee doesn't do this. 
 

Originally posted by Muse25 You can start off with a lower level with grips that are spaced closer. If you attempt to do it, that's decent enough ;).

Recovering from SLAP tear surgery: both anterior and posterior tears.

Started Rehab sessions with : http://www.getarpd.com/core/faq.html#Anchor-What-14210

Now I know why alot of professional players either own one or have  personal ARP trainer.  Really feel the difference.

My goal of doing Tough Mudder was met. Did the "Portland" event over the weekend. I feel the Insanity workout series helped me a bit with the oft-changing heart rate. The team I had made plans to go with just @(*$in left without me (not like left me behind... I straight up didn't see them at the event). Ended up joining another group and had a blast! I'll post a couple photos later :)