Fitness for Glasto 2021

[Quark]

I've got a 3 piece Golds Gym set in the garage.  They do take some getting used to if you've not used them before; resistance increases the further the stretch which makes it a progressive increase, as opposed to the static load you get with weights.  But at the moment, without access to the usual kit, they're well worth it.

The only thing I'd notice about this set is that it doesn't have any fabric sleeving on the ropes.  The set I've got has a sleeve in the middle so that the rubber doesn't get damaged when you're standing on it or anchoring it against something.  Might be worth finding something you can use just to avoid any small tears in the rubber, but if you're using it indoors then I reckon you should be OK without.

I'd do it.

[Hugh Jass]

Before the lockdown started I managed to get a pair of Adidas Ultraboosts reduced down from £170 to £65.

They’ll be getting a hammering over the coming weeks. I’m trying to get out for a run every day, even if it’s just a 5k around the block.

[gmb1992]

There's a few virtual runs going on. 

The London Landmarks Half, are doing a Local Landmarks half.

You can do 5k, 10k or a half marathon anywhere near you (you have to be alone), log in on Strava or something similar and send a pic over to them.

It's £12 but it goes to charity, you get a medal and it means there is something in the diary to train for as it needs to be done before 3rd May. 

[Crazyfool01]

Just ordered myself a skipping rope and hacky sack ... trying to keep moving as much as possible 

[Homer]

1 hour ago, Quark said:

I've got a 3 piece Golds Gym set in the garage.  They do take some getting used to if you've not used them before; resistance increases the further the stretch which makes it a progressive increase, as opposed to the static load you get with weights.  But at the moment, without access to the usual kit, they're well worth it.

The only thing I'd notice about this set is that it doesn't have any fabric sleeving on the ropes.  The set I've got has a sleeve in the middle so that the rubber doesn't get damaged when you're standing on it or anchoring it against something.  Might be worth finding something you can use just to avoid any small tears in the rubber, but if you're using it indoors then I reckon you should be OK without.

I'd do it.

Thanks!

FYI I googled 'increase lung capacity' yesterday and it said first up to do resistance work as it will get you out of breath (I was considering getting some already anyway - that's not the specific reason I'm getting them!).

Just managed to run 5k around my local park (nine laps) without getting nicked.

[Superscally]

6 hours ago, Homer said:

Thanks!

FYI I googled 'increase lung capacity' yesterday and it said first up to do resistance work as it will get you out of breath (I was considering getting some already anyway - that's not the specific reason I'm getting them!).

Just managed to run 5k around my local park (nine laps) without getting nicked.

Hoping this carries me through.

[Padgey]

Was out running yesterday but used my daily exercise outing today for a walk with Mrs P and Little P, will be heading into the garage gym later for a workout.

[Quark]

2 minutes ago, Superscally said:

Hoping this carries me through.

Dayum. I managed to get mine up to about 58 (based on doing Cooper Test) a few years ago. That's some impressive lung efficiency there young man.

 

[Padgey]

Is anybody doing the Joe Wicks workout with their kids at 9 o'clock each morning?  Good bit of fun and great seeing my 3 year old doing the exercises, it's like a little bonus workout each day. 

[Superscally]

45 minutes ago, Quark said:

Dayum. I managed to get mine up to about 58 (based on doing Cooper Test) a few years ago. That's some impressive lung efficiency there young man.

 

For the time being... 😂

[Superscally]

38 minutes ago, Padgey said:

Is anybody doing the Joe Wicks workout with their kids at 9 o'clock each morning?  Good bit of fun and great seeing my 3 year old doing the exercises, it's like a little bonus workout each day. 

Nah man, that's the most cynical book selling money grab I've ever seen. Jesus Christ pose.

[Quark]

42 minutes ago, Superscally said:

Nah man, that's the most cynical book selling money grab I've ever seen. Jesus Christ pose.

If cynical means produce good results, sometimes it's not all bad. But I get what you mean.

[Superscally]

4 hours ago, Quark said:

If cynical means produce good results, sometimes it's not all bad. But I get what you mean.

The only good results will be on his bank balance.

[Padgey]

15 hours ago, Superscally said:

Nah man, that's the most cynical book selling money grab I've ever seen. Jesus Christ pose.

No need to buy any books, it's a workout you can do with your kids and doesn't cost a thing.

[Homer]

Bought that resistance bands set ta. Saw a guy attaching some to the cricket net in the park outside our flat, so could be a good way to start the day a few days a week (and a nice alternative to cardio).

Wife has found a Les Mills HIIT body pump class, which I'll try later. Hoping that going at a faster pace will help compensate for the lighter weights.

[Homer]

2 hours ago, Padgey said:

No need to buy any books, it's a workout you can do with your kids and doesn't cost a thing.

have a look at Junior Jungle mate, streaming every morning from 11-11.30am. It’s a good fun ‘start’ to the day!

https://www.facebook.com/JuniorJungleparty/

[Quark]

6 minutes ago, Homer said:

Bought that resistance bands set ta. Saw a guy attaching some to the cricket net in the park outside our flat, so could be a good way to start the day a few days a week (and a nice alternative to cardio).

Wife has found a Les Mills HIIT body pump class, which I'll try later. Hoping that going at a faster pace will help compensate for the lighter weights.

Cool, let me know how you get on with them!

[gigpusher]

Can anyone recommend a good online Pilates class. I tried doing some of my classes from memory but established that it's official my memory sucks and I don't know if I am doing things for the right length of time so I think I'd like an online class to follow. My back needs this as obviously only able to go out once a day and I have to use that for walking the dogs which isn't always an exercise pace!!

[Ayrshire Chris]

On 3/24/2020 at 8:34 AM, crazyfool1 said:

Just ordered myself a skipping rope and hacky sack ... trying to keep moving as much as possible 

Great idea, just make sure your hat is secured properly and hope no one lives in the house below you! 

[JoeyT]

Well my first working from home run didn't go great.

Only wanted to do a 5k but had to walk the last 2k as my achillies tendon was giving me so much grief.

An evening of stretching awaits...

[Crazyfool01]

18 minutes ago, Ayrshire Chris said:

Great idea, just make sure your hat is secured properly and hope no one lives in the house below you! 

I’ll be doing it outside in my courtyard hidden away from view and bearing in mind 3 out of the 6 flats in my block have social distancers ... they guy below me is also deaf and says he’s never heard me  

[funkychick2007]

Joe Wicks keeps telling me exercise is going to make me feel better! I am in the disagreeing phase!!! The pe lesson every morning is a good idea though!  

[Superscally]

8 hours ago, Padgey said:

No need to buy any books, it's a workout you can do with your kids and doesn't cost a thing.

I know. It's the toss up before the serve.

[Kalopsia]

Sorry if this comes across as gloating but I'm really proud that I almost hit 5k on my fourth run, so close and I'm so excited to hit it next time. 

[Crazyfool01]

just tried my first effort of skipping .... and  reminded myself why I dont skip ... Also did a 20min session on the turbo trainer and realised next time I need to set up a fan  

Edited March 26, 2020 by crazyfool1