Tortorella's Rant Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 good luck to all who are doing this, i am no health freak but i did try the p90x stuff and even though i slacked off in like the 3rd month, it is something i would recommend to all. Link to comment
î мцšт вяздк чфµ Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 How does that build strength? I've always questioned that. That's what it's suppose to do, right? As well as make you leaner. A pull up bar and a couple light dumbbells doesn't even come close to replacing what an actual gym offers Link to comment
Patrick Kane Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 Anyone got tips for falling asleep? It seems no matter how much physical activity I do, I can't seem to fall asleep with ease. Link to comment
Tortorella's Rant Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 Anyone got tips for falling asleep? It seems no matter how much physical activity I do, I can't seem to fall asleep with ease. Link to comment
LeanBeef Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 Anyone got tips for falling asleep? It seems no matter how much physical activity I do, I can't seem to fall asleep with ease. Link to comment
Caboose Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 Anyone got tips for falling asleep? It seems no matter how much physical activity I do, I can't seem to fall asleep with ease. Link to comment
UMB Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 Drink green tea and eat something that doesn't have carbs in it before bed perhaps. You know, warm food/drink and comfy bed while watching tv or whatever should work. Does the trick for me Link to comment
Tortorella's Rant Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 Green tea is a terrible idea, because much like coffee, green tea is full of caffeine which will make it even HARDER for you to sleep at night. Link to comment
-DLC- Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 Some input from the female species: looks great, PK...well done. One very important element is TO BREATHE during these exercises...some people tend to hold their breath but the oxygen is a very important part in all of this. As well, keep your body aligned as much as possible (don't have knees too far over toes, etc.). If you dip your body too low, it can put your knees at risk for injury, especially during impact type (jump) squats. Technique is important so focusing on "speed/timing" is likely unnecessary and attention should be on form/technique, breathing and making sure you get the most bang for your buck. And keep in mind that fruits = sugar. Even some veggies (carrots). Of course, there's no discouraging these options, but too much will also increase overall sugar intake. One of the BEST things you can do in your lifetime is eliminate pop and sugary drinks...stick to water. The calories you'll saving in this alone will make a difference. (Yes, this thread is re-motivating me too...I workout at home but, during the summer, spend a lot of time outdoors hiking, biking....so this has reminded to focus on this aspect of things as well. I'm sure an inclusive vs exclusive site, "girls" are allowed too, right?) Another really important element is a quick warm up/cool down/stretch. Stretching afterward will help address some of the stiffness people are encountering...I'd be careful with muscle relaxants (they aren't really intended for post work out stuff). Link to comment
BM24 Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 How does that build strength? I've always questioned that. That's what it's suppose to do, right? As well as make you leaner. A pull up bar and a couple light dumbbells doesn't even come close to replacing what an actual gym offers Link to comment
Patrick Kane Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 P90X is one of the best programs I've ever done. I give it a lot of credit to get my basic strength up. Link to comment
Tortorella's Rant Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 Do P90X, and you'll find out how it helps you get stronger, leaner etc pretty damn fast. Link to comment
Patrick Kane Posted July 14, 2012 Author Share Posted July 14, 2012 Isn't it designed more for beginners with no real training or weight lifting experience? I've seen those before and after photos on TV. A lot of those people look like they've never seen the inside of a gym. I guess I could actually read into it but then again I'm not really interested. You can achieve the same results at the gym and with diet as well anyway, so I have no real reason to try it But some of the body weight exercises look interesting. I might those at home Link to comment
Kass9 Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 Any good, durable, stable pull-up bars out there? Link to comment
BM24 Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 Isn't it designed more for beginners with no real training or weight lifting experience? I've seen those before and after photos on TV. A lot of those people look like they've never seen the inside of a gym. I guess I could actually read into it but then again I'm not really interested. You can achieve the same results at the gym and with diet as well anyway, so I have no real reason to try it But some of the body weight exercises look interesting. I might those at home Link to comment
Tortorella's Rant Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 It's for people that don't have time to go to the gym everyday, don't want to workout in public etc. It doesn't matter if you've never seen an inside of a gym before, if it gets you leaner and possibly bigger, then why does it matter if you've been inside a gym or not? It would amaze me more if someone was in good shape, and they told me they've never stepped foot in a gym. Link to comment
Patrick Kane Posted July 15, 2012 Author Share Posted July 15, 2012 Any good, durable, stable pull-up bars out there? Link to comment
King of the ES Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 How does that build strength? I've always questioned that. That's what it's suppose to do, right? As well as make you leaner. A pull up bar and a couple light dumbbells doesn't even come close to replacing what an actual gym offers Link to comment
King of the ES Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 And keep in mind that fruits = sugar. Even some veggies (carrots). Of course, there's no discouraging these options, but too much will also increase overall sugar intake. One of the BEST things you can do in your lifetime is eliminate pop and sugary drinks...stick to water. The calories you'll saving in this alone will make a difference. Link to comment
UMB Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 Anybody who tells you otherwise is an alarmist hippie, or a Ukranian. Link to comment
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