What training/ routine do you do? for your own fitness?

freetimefitness · Joined: 20 Feb 2008 Posts: 39

Hey all I've just been going through some of my old training plans I have used to get myself in shape, I'm looking to change mine as its a bit samey.

What do all you lot do to stay fit and maintain a healthy lifestyle?

Currently I'm in training for a half marathon in October so I'm doing 2 small runs and 1 big run in the week increase distance then speed gradually.

I'm looking a possibly doing judo or kickboxing but I run classes in the evening so could be difficult.

I'm going to do a general function training routine once a week, and bodybuilding routine 2 per week. thats the plan anyway

Christina · Joined: 14 Apr 2006 Posts: 851

Hey Tom,

I like to bike, run, go for hikes, and lift weights. In the gym I do deadlifts, squats, lat pulldowns, chinups, military press, dips, etc. Nothing too fancy. I also want to compete in a triathlon soon so I am going to start reading up on sport specific training.

Will this be your first half?

Christina

freetimefitness · Joined: 20 Feb 2008 Posts: 39

Yeah this is my first half, I did a fun run a few months back but didn't train for it I did 1:21 and the run was about 8 miles, pretty painful due to the lack of training!

Have you done a triathlon before? I would love to give that a go as soon as our local pool is open again!

Christina · Joined: 14 Apr 2006 Posts: 851

LOL! You sound like a friend of mine who ran a half without training. What are you people thinking? Laughing

Yes, it will be my first tri. The thing that I am finding about tris is it appeals to my ADHD tendencies because I get to train for 3 things at once! There are some fantastic books and websites out there to get you started so if you need some resources let me know.

Christina

freetimefitness · Joined: 20 Feb 2008 Posts: 39

I'll let you know as soon as I've got my down down for one!! shouldn't be long.

Might have a go at the tough guy challenge as well at the beginning of next year, I take it you're based in America? do you have tough guy over there?

T

Christina · Joined: 14 Apr 2006 Posts: 851

What is tough guy? We have "tough man" contests for amateur fighters. Is this what you are talking about?

Christina

freetimefitness · Joined: 20 Feb 2008 Posts: 39

Tough guy is a race but there are different obstacles on the course like cargo nets, underwater tunnels, jumping over fire, loads of crazy bits.

Google toughguy uk I'm sure you'll find the site!

Christina · Joined: 14 Apr 2006 Posts: 851

I checked it out! Very cool! Let us know if you compete.

Christina

muscletrainerdh-NSCA CPT · Joined: 21 Apr 2006 Posts: 394 Location: New Castle, PA

My routine is basic bodybuilder meat head resistance training routine. LOL Smile

4 Day Split, Weights M/T/TH/F, Cardio W/S.

Currently on a bulking phase

Up from 197lbs to 205lbs, body fat pretty much stayed the same.

But as I near 40 y.o., I too am thinking about entering a race or competition.

And of course Mr. Phelps performance has me wanting to get back in the swimming pool. I'm such a sucker for pop sports icons!

kettlebell king · Joined: 12 Dec 2007 Posts: 103 Location: brighton

Monday- chest, triceps body builder style then - run 1 mile quick as possible treadmill- getting down to 5 mins- not bad for a 15 stone guy!

Tuesday- Kettlebell 10 min snatch test, 5 mins continuos Turkish get ups, walking press, miltary k.b press, brazillian jujitsu evening

wednesday- legs- bodybuilder style, then 50 mins Kettlebell circuits- snatches, presses, explosive press ups, woodchops, squats,swings, partial get ups , swing to sprawl and burpees

thursday- kettlebell 5 mins continuos get ups, 10 min snatch test, heavy swings with 40 kg kettlebell, double kettlebell work, brazillian jujitsu evening

friday- back and biceps- body builder style, 40 mins interval cardio on treadmill and x trainer

saturday- yoga session and continuos snatches to just about failure with 24kk kettlebell

Sunday- Rest