Workout

[Irving]

I'm reporting my failure. I recently read a running blog that I found pretty encouraging and entertaining (http://www.runnersworld.com/newbie-chronicles) and one of the entries is about running every day from Thanksgiving to New Years, at least one mile, which is 40 consecutive days. I thought I'd challenge myself to try and run every day, at least one day, for 30 days. I only made it to 7 days in a row. I got to just over 14 miles, which is only an average of 2 miles a day. I was doing okay, but today I felt very tired and got a sore throat, which is pretty much standard procedure for me wearing myself out or not getting enough sleep. For only having done this 7 days in a row, it was surprisingly difficult. Usually I can run 3 days in a row before I decide I need a rest. I'd like to try this again in the future until I can do it all the way through. I definitely feel like I've been very hungry every day, and I've been more sore than usual. So when I try again, I'll have to be fully rested and healed. Part of the problem was that I hadn't worked out or run in a long time (recovering from PRK) so when I decided to do this, I just jumped right in. As someone who isn't that strong (or frequent) of a runner, it may be more difficult than I can manage.

[hurley842002]

I'm reporting my failure. I recently read a running blog that I found pretty encouraging and entertaining (http://www.runnersworld.com/newbie-chronicles) and one of the entries is about running every day from Thanksgiving to New Years, at least one mile, which is 40 consecutive days. I thought I'd challenge myself to try and run every day, at least one day, for 30 days. I only made it to 7 days in a row. I got to just over 14 miles, which is only an average of 2 miles a day. I was doing okay, but today I felt very tired and got a sore throat, which is pretty much standard procedure for me wearing myself out or not getting enough sleep. For only having done this 7 days in a row, it was surprisingly difficult. Usually I can run 3 days in a row before I decide I need a rest. I'd like to try this again in the future until I can do it all the way through. I definitely feel like I've been very hungry every day, and I've been more sore than usual. So when I try again, I'll have to be fully rested and healed. Part of the problem was that I hadn't worked out or run in a long time (recovering from PRK) so when I decided to do this, I just jumped right in. As someone who isn't that strong (or frequent) of a runner, it may be more difficult than I can manage.

Eh, sometimes it's best to listen to your body.

Several years back, after getting canned by a my ex of 5 years, I went on this extreme gym binge. I can't remember the exact count, but I want to say something like 73 days in a row or something, I went to the gym. I would take a couple days off a week from lifting, but those days were usually 5 mile runs. I was in excellent shape going into it, so that helped, but looking back it was pretty crazy.

[Tim K]

Ah, springtime, when a young man's thoughts turn to...rucking in the mountains!

I dusted off my pack on Saturday and ran/walked for 5 miles with 30 pounds. That seemed too easy, so I stuffed my .22 trainer and other associated gear in today with the intent of getting in a ruck and a little long range practice. The pack came in right at 50#. I did 7+ miles in the hills around here, but never did come across a decent place to shoot. I'm pretty footsore at the moment. Knees, as always, are the weak link.

It sure felt good to get back outside.

[Irving]

Eh, sometimes it's best to listen to your body.

Several years back, after getting canned by a my ex of 5 years, I went on this extreme gym binge. I can't remember the exact count, but I want to say something like 73 days in a row or something, I went to the gym. I would take a couple days off a week from lifting, but those days were usually 5 mile runs. I was in excellent shape going into it, so that helped, but looking back it was pretty crazy.

I had been drinking all night when I made my post. What I was trying to get at was that even though the runs got easier, since I didn't allow my body to rest, it killed my immune system and I got sick and HAD to stop. I still feel crappy today after resting all weekend. So basically what you said.

[hurley842002]

Ah, springtime, when a young man's thoughts turn to...rucking in the mountains!

I dusted off my pack on Saturday and ran/walked for 5 miles with 30 pounds. That seemed too easy, so I stuffed my .22 trainer and other associated gear in today with the intent of getting in a ruck and a little long range practice. The pack came in right at 50#. I did 7+ miles in the hills around here, but never did come across a decent place to shoot. I'm pretty footsore at the moment. Knees, as always, are the weak link.

It sure felt good to get back outside.

Seems like a good way to spend Memorial day. Wish I could get a workout in today, unfortunately I'm cleaning because the MIL is coming to town, oh well.

[SouthPaw]

What kind of pre work outs do you guys use? I have been taking C4 for about a year now that I workout out at 4:30am to 6am-6:30am. Cellucor C4 is what I have been taking but it has never really given me that boost. Aside from my PWO, my body see's no other caffeine. I just ordered some Controlled Labs White Flood Reborn as I love their products. Seeing how this thread has been updated lately, figured I would bring it back from the dead with a question.

[02ducky]

I used C4 for 2 months its great stuff, but i believe your body gets used to it after awhile and jumped to NO Explode and it helped get some of the intensity back. I have been out of gym for 8 mnths now and it pains me to try to start again after such a long layoff.

I really liked Usp Jacked 3d, the downfall was it made my stomach a litle upset and found myself doing the boot scoot to to bathroom mid workout. Also for a post workout you might want to try something called After Glow, its a little pricy, but helped out a lot.

[Erni]

Ran into this guide recently. It covers in depth what is required pre, during and post strenuous work. Take a look since your tax dollars paid for it.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/b53bqrz7r8...guide.pdf?dl=0

[Roger Ronas]

Got back xrays last week and my back is very good. What I thought was a bad back is actually weak muscles. I scan't stand for more then about 3-5 minutes before real bad pain. Dr says to strenghten back muscles.

My health insurance offers a free membership to YMCA and so I'm going this week to sign up.
My question is : what type of exercise to do. I can't do the pool because of a catherter in abdomen. I am limited because of health.

Any ideas,
Roger

[Erni]

Roger, I vote for barbell training. Start light , go slow. Light squats, over head press, and some deadlifts. Unless its super weak, then maybe machines is the way to go. You may need a trainer or PT if you don't know where to start.

See Gus for inspiration.
Strength Training - It's Never Too Late: https://youtu.be/3585w9FmOGs