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Post by 7even on Jan 5, 2012 14:54:05 GMT
Paul, I salute your honesty. Drop us a PM with your height, weight, normal diet and what you want to achieve and I'll get back to you with some sort of plan/pointers. A little bit of free advice for anybody interested from two of my buddies, one a gym fanatic and the other a personal trainer. Don't be fooled by those shakes, especially the weight gain. Shakes can be knocked up at home if you want to hydrate and replace lost electrolytes with a simple combination of water, fresh orange juice and salt. I appreciate some people have a terribly slow metabolism but you deflate incredibly quickly once you stop using weight gain. And you will use it because it does work and you'll notice a difference. Knowing what to eat, how much and when to eat it will benefit you more in the long run. If you want to build up naturally then take that extra 3-6 months. That personal trainer friend of mine I reckon is the perfect size. Women love him. I was a massive mountain biker before the road collision and back surgery so I thought I didn't have much of a fitness problem. That was until we went to Gisburn and he annihilated me. Whilst I am on the subject, if anybody is into biking. www.gisburnbiketrails.com/trail-info, I nearly died numerous times from exhaustion and some black (being the most challenging) trails but it is easily the best track I've ever been to. And a perfect way to trim up without even noticing how much. |
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Post by redom on Jan 5, 2012 15:17:15 GMT
I've never really got into going to the gym, I've got some free weights and a chin up bar that I use and then play 5/6-a-side footie a couple of times a week, it's all about what works for you, personally I find body weight exercises like press-ups, chin-ups, pull-ups, leg raises etc to be sufficient.
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Post by Rene Meulensteen on Jan 5, 2012 15:47:28 GMT
Paul, I salute your honesty. Drop us a PM with your height, weight, normal diet and what you want to achieve and I'll get back to you with some sort of plan/pointers. A little bit of free advice for anybody interested from two of my buddies, one a gym fanatic and the other a personal trainer. Don't be fooled by those shakes, especially the weight gain. Shakes can be knocked up at home if you want to hydrate and replace lost electrolytes with a simple combination of water, fresh orange juice and salt. I appreciate some people have a terribly slow metabolism but you deflate incredibly quickly once you stop using weight gain. And you will use it because it does work and you'll notice a difference. Knowing what to eat, how much and when to eat it will benefit you more in the long run. If you want to build up naturally then take that extra 3-6 months. That personal trainer friend of mine I reckon is the perfect size. Women love him. I was a massive mountain biker before the road collision and back surgery so I thought I didn't have much of a fitness problem. That was until we went to Gisburn and he annihilated me. Whilst I am on the subject, if anybody is into biking. www.gisburnbiketrails.com/trail-info, I nearly died numerous times from exhaustion and some black (being the most challenging) trails but it is easily the best track I've ever been to. And a perfect way to trim up without even noticing how much. Hi 7even, Just sent you a PM off the back of Pauls reply, hope you don't mind mate, would be great also to get some pointers from professionals! |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 5, 2012 16:15:06 GMT
Paul, I salute your honesty. Drop us a PM with your height, weight, normal diet and what you want to achieve and I'll get back to you with some sort of plan/pointers. A little bit of free advice for anybody interested from two of my buddies, one a gym fanatic and the other a personal trainer. Don't be fooled by those shakes, especially the weight gain. Shakes can be knocked up at home if you want to hydrate and replace lost electrolytes with a simple combination of water, fresh orange juice and salt. I appreciate some people have a terribly slow metabolism but you deflate incredibly quickly once you stop using weight gain. And you will use it because it does work and you'll notice a difference. Knowing what to eat, how much and when to eat it will benefit you more in the long run. If you want to build up naturally then take that extra 3-6 months. That personal trainer friend of mine I reckon is the perfect size. Women love him. I was a massive mountain biker before the road collision and back surgery so I thought I didn't have much of a fitness problem. That was until we went to Gisburn and he annihilated me. Whilst I am on the subject, if anybody is into biking. www.gisburnbiketrails.com/trail-info, I nearly died numerous times from exhaustion and some black (being the most challenging) trails but it is easily the best track I've ever been to. And a perfect way to trim up without even noticing how much. that is GREAT advice - i used to use protien shakes but they just ended up bloating my stomach and giving me a fat face. No i've been back at the gym for a few months and feel alot better for not using them shakes now |
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Post by jimbonda on Jan 9, 2012 11:58:55 GMT
i'm after gaining a couple of stone in weight. i'm a hard gainer, or an ectomorph if you like more scientific terms. my metabolism is quick, i spent the last couple of years eating massive amounts of take-aways, fast food etc and i don't gain a pound.
a shitload of hard work is in store for me. for the remainder of jan i'm cutting back on my football, because once i start lifting i need to restrict any aerobic exercise, and instead doing corrective exercises to optimise my posture, flexibility etc and generally get my muscles pumping ready for the hard work in feb.
from feb - june i'm doing my lifting, mainly compound lifts which use the whole body instead of isolating particular muscles, 3 times a week plus enough food and supplements to make a horse pop. i'm working from a guide book and using my little make-shift gym in my dads garage so i won't have anyone correcting me and i don't know how successful i'll be but gonna give it a good crack.
i'll cut back over the summer before stepping up again in august/september.
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Post by Tatty on Jan 9, 2012 12:16:09 GMT
Had my first gym session. Hopefully I didn't come across as too much of New Year poseur!
Quite enjoyed it. Had a bit of jog on 2.5 gradient, bit of a go on the bikes and rowing machine and then 5 minutes of weights, where I think I may have embarrassed myself with the piddly weights I was lifting haha. Already feel miles better.
Only problem I have now is, I don't know how often to go. I was thinking once a fortnight to ease myself into it, and play football inbetween, but think that may be too infrequent.
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Post by Bestie on Jan 9, 2012 13:03:57 GMT
Try for two nights/times a week on the days you aren't playing football to ease in, then up it to three. That's the way I'm trying it anyway, but I only play 5-aside.
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Post by Kamilo on Jan 9, 2012 13:21:02 GMT
I've been a member of a gym in my town across the pond here "York gym" for over two years it has really grown on me. This gym specifically is known to be a water hole for "juice heads" and your jersey shore types. However, I think some of you lads would fancy the music choice lots of heavy metal and classic rock. Personally, The feeling of progress and visual results is unbeatable it also gives me added energy and improves my mood I must say. I am not a super heavy lifter but I am about 5'9" and going from a complete twig I gained 37 lbs in the time Ive been there. The strength gained has helped me in football aswell.
It's a great thing to sign up for, a minuscule fee compared to the positive mental and physical benefits. I will say its hard to get going but once you develop a rythym it's like a drug. And never take Long breaks its terrible hard to motivate a return.
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Post by Rene Meulensteen on Jan 9, 2012 13:59:46 GMT
Got straight back into the gym this Jan after a break over christmas!! After being sick I lost 10lbps which sucked so I'm trying to gain that back at the moment.
Hope to try and get above the 200 mark by the summer with a good diet and gym plan!
Agree with the above, it's sometimes difficult to get into but once you do it's hard not to go everyday!!
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Post by Rene Meulensteen on Jan 10, 2012 9:51:28 GMT
Some good bits on the Mens Health website at the moment for newcomers to the gym and working out. Worth a look for some tips etc!!
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Post by fletchabey on Jan 10, 2012 10:12:45 GMT
Paul, I salute your honesty. Drop us a PM with your height, weight, normal diet and what you want to achieve and I'll get back to you with some sort of plan/pointers. A little bit of free advice for anybody interested from two of my buddies, one a gym fanatic and the other a personal trainer. Don't be fooled by those shakes, especially the weight gain. Shakes can be knocked up at home if you want to hydrate and replace lost electrolytes with a simple combination of water, fresh orange juice and salt. I appreciate some people have a terribly slow metabolism but you deflate incredibly quickly once you stop using weight gain. And you will use it because it does work and you'll notice a difference. Knowing what to eat, how much and when to eat it will benefit you more in the long run. If you want to build up naturally then take that extra 3-6 months. That personal trainer friend of mine I reckon is the perfect size. Women love him. I was a massive mountain biker before the road collision and back surgery so I thought I didn't have much of a fitness problem. That was until we went to Gisburn and he annihilated me. Whilst I am on the subject, if anybody is into biking. www.gisburnbiketrails.com/trail-info, I nearly died numerous times from exhaustion and some black (being the most challenging) trails but it is easily the best track I've ever been to. And a perfect way to trim up without even noticing how much. that is GREAT advice - i used to use protien shakes but they just ended up bloating my stomach and giving me a fat face. No i've been back at the gym for a few months and feel alot better for not using them shakes now Which type of drink are you talking about? Is it the 'recovery drinks'? I assume you don't mean protein shakes in general, as it is what it is, protein. I found a good tip for after exercise recovery drinks, the typical chocolate milk you get a supermarkets has the nice blend of carbs and protein you want. I don't really like gyms, especially not enough for the price they charge. I'll be hitting the P90x again soon, I did 6 weeks last year till it all went a bit wrong with the busyness of moving house. |
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Post by Rene Meulensteen on Jan 10, 2012 10:36:03 GMT
Yeah protein shakes I have to say are pretty decent, just bought a Kinetica Choc Mint one after having a sample, amazing taste (think after eights!!) the shit I used to get from Holland and Barret was put to shame instantly!!
If you're looking for some dont go to Holland and Barrett, especially don't be fooled by the Cookies and Cream, tastes like gone off cardboard!
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Post by alt on Jan 10, 2012 10:57:04 GMT
myprotein.co.uk has some pretty good products - cheap and generally seems to get good reviews! Have contemplated rejoining the gym but have opted against it, I just use free weights at home (tend not to use weight machines due to unnatural movements etc) assisted by push ups / pull ups and plenty of cardio through football and spinning!
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Post by jimbonda on Jan 10, 2012 12:42:39 GMT
yeah i'd recommend myprotein.co.uk. loads to choose from and delivered to your door
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2012 13:09:48 GMT
Had my first gym session. Hopefully I didn't come across as too much of New Year poseur! Quite enjoyed it. Had a bit of jog on 2.5 gradient, bit of a go on the bikes and rowing machine and then 5 minutes of weights, where I think I may have embarrassed myself with the piddly weights I was lifting haha. Already feel miles better. Only problem I have now is, I don't know how often to go. I was thinking once a fortnight to ease myself into it, and play football inbetween, but think that may be too infrequent. it's my own opinion that once every 2 weeks is far to long between sessions - i'd say twice a week, even if its only light weights Personally i go (or try too) 5 times a week monday; Chest + Biceps + shoulders tuesday; Cardio wednesday; back + triceps + lats & delts thur; cardio fri; legs + abs that is GREAT advice - i used to use protien shakes but they just ended up bloating my stomach and giving me a fat face. No i've been back at the gym for a few months and feel alot better for not using them shakes now Which type of drink are you talking about? Is it the 'recovery drinks'? I assume you don't mean protein shakes in general, as it is what it is, protein. I found a good tip for after exercise recovery drinks, the typical chocolate milk you get a supermarkets has the nice blend of carbs and protein you want. I don't really like gyms, especially not enough for the price they charge. I'll be hitting the P90x again soon, I did 6 weeks last year till it all went a bit wrong with the busyness of moving house. yeah, i meant the 'all-in-one' shakes |
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