Popular Post jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Popular Post Share #1 Posted January 11 Went out last night and bought shoes, shorts and shirts. Brought my gym bag to work with me. Hit the gym with the boss and his trainer tonight for the first time in a long time. Trainer is a good friend and was in my office yesterday. We are going to start with cardio, increase my stamina and then start working on weights, etc. later. Slow and steady wins the race. I went with all black just in case I die, they can just bury me in what I have on. 7 4 1 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted January 11 Share #2 Posted January 11 1 minute ago, jsharr said: Slow and steady wins the race. Well, not really, but at least it gets you IN the race. Let the fast guys win, and enjoy the journey. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far Posted January 11 Share #3 Posted January 11 Good luck. Start really, really slow. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #4 Posted January 11 3 minutes ago, 2Far said: Good luck. Start really, really slow. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far Posted January 11 Share #5 Posted January 11 7 minutes ago, jsharr said: Whelp, movement is going to be what ever you are comfortable with. When you get to the weights, I always preferred the machines over free weights. Easy adjustability, good range of motion, good repeatability. The first week, use about the least weight minor effort on the machines, after the first coupla workouts, you shouldn't even be sore. The next week, go up a plate, add a few more reps to the set. The third week, add another plate and maybe start to do a second set at the same reps/wt, or go to a max rep for that weight to see where you are (if you can do 20+ easily, it's time to move up a notch). Week 4 should start get you into the "a little tired / sore" range of after effects. In addition to the big muscles that are out of shape, all the little stabilizer muscles are too. Ya gotta get back into it gently to get to the long haul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Razors Edge ★ Posted January 11 Popular Post Share #6 Posted January 11 3 minutes ago, 2Far said: The next week, go up a plate, add a few more reps to the set. The third week, add another plate If he goes back for second and third helpings, do you really think he's gonna get into shape? NEVER TRUST THE INTERNET FOR FITNESS ADVICE! 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Popular Post Share #7 Posted January 11 1 minute ago, 2Far said: Whelp, movement is going to be what ever you are comfortable with. When you get to the weights, I always preferred the machines over free weights. Easy adjustability, good range of motion, good repeatability. The first week, use about the least weight minor effort on the machines, after the first coupla workouts, you shouldn't even be sore. The next week, go up a plate, add a few more reps to the set. The third week, add another plate and maybe start to do a second set at the same reps/wt, or go to a max rep for that weight to see where you are (if you can do 20+ easily, it's time to move up a notch). Week 4 should start get you into the "a little tired / sore" range of after effects. In addition to the big muscles that are out of shape, all the little stabilizer muscles are too. Ya gotta get back into it gently to get to the long haul. We get access to a great gym here at our office. Free of charge to all employees of all tenants. Not sure why I have put off taking advantage of this. Change into work out clothes in my office. Hit the gym, Walk to parking garage and head home. I do not even have to drive to get there. I have become soft and lazy I guess. 5 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #8 Posted January 11 1 minute ago, Razors Edge said: If he goes back for second and third helpings, do you really think he's gonna get into shape? NEVER TRUST THE INTERNET FOR FITNESS ADVICE! I was confused about that as well. I don't think we even have a buffet in the gym. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Wilbur ★ Posted January 11 Popular Post Share #9 Posted January 11 8 minutes ago, jsharr said: Not sure why I have put off taking advantage of this. Because excuses are easier than the effort required. Do it for 90 days and develop habits, then just stick with it. A year from now, you will be a new man. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted January 11 Share #10 Posted January 11 13 minutes ago, jsharr said: I was confused about that as well. I don't think we even have a buffet in the gym. Do they have a juice bar? You'll at least want a gym that has a juice bar. And DO NOT get suckered into taking a "bar class". It ain't what it sounds like (but does make for fun viewing). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted January 11 Share #11 Posted January 11 I notice in the pics that they don't have a tackling dummy yet. Did they tell you yet what the real fee is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaddeus Kosciuszko Posted January 11 Share #12 Posted January 11 Where am I on the 'dibs list' for your stuff? Oh, and good luck! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far Posted January 11 Share #13 Posted January 11 Sweet looking gym. The tire & rope things will wear you out in a hurry but are great for fitness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted January 11 Share #14 Posted January 11 good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted January 11 Share #15 Posted January 11 Don't let anybody see when you cry. 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bikeman564™ Posted January 11 Popular Post Share #16 Posted January 11 2 hours ago, 2Far said: Good luck. Start really, really slow. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted January 11 Share #17 Posted January 11 Good luck. Light weights. When you haven't done weights in a long time, go for reps and light weights. When you are in your 50's or so, shoulder injuries and hernias are not that hard to get. I've had both. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted January 11 Share #18 Posted January 11 1 hour ago, maddmaxx said: I notice in the pics that they don't have a tackling dummy yet. Maybe that's why they invited........ never mind. Sweet gym. I'm jealous. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySTL ★ Posted January 11 Share #19 Posted January 11 Can I have your stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted January 11 Share #20 Posted January 11 11 minutes ago, JerrySTL said: Can I have your stuff? no 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groupw Posted January 11 Share #21 Posted January 11 No matter where you start, you are still running circles around those sitting on the couch. A friend of mine, a few years younger, but more out of shape, went to his doctor before we went to Planet Fitness for the first time. His doctor reminded him he Neto do weights for strength not for the mirror. Start with weights that you can complete 30 reps and only increase after 30 is easy. Then move up a notch. I took that advice to heart. Even with just focusing on good strength, the guy in the mirror looked better. Need to get the weights back in my routine. The HOA gym is not as nice as yours, but decent. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted January 11 Share #22 Posted January 11 My BIL's brain aneurism burst when he first started lifting weights. Truth. I broke down the weight bench and built an outboard motor stand out of the tubing. Winning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted January 11 Share #23 Posted January 11 Met with my trainer at first every other week...and did his workout 5 times before our next session and treadmill 3 times..eventually went to working with him once a week... Advil will be your friend for a few weeks...but kick ass...and you can rock this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted January 11 Share #24 Posted January 11 3 hours ago, Wilbur said: A year from now, you will be a new man. You will be half the Tom Hanks you are now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #25 Posted January 11 56 minutes ago, petitepedal said: Met with my trainer at first every other week...and did his workout 5 times before our next session and treadmill 3 times..eventually went to working with him once a week... Advil will be your friend for a few weeks...but kick ass...and you can rock this! Edi is from Albania. Played soccer for the national team. He comes daily to train the boss and his brother. I am the new kid on the block. Edi will not be too hard on me to start. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted January 11 Share #26 Posted January 11 13 minutes ago, jsharr said: Edi will not be too hard on me to start. Mmm-hmmm. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #27 Posted January 11 6 minutes ago, Ralphie said: Mmm-hmmm. I know, right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsnip Totin Jack ★ Posted January 11 Share #28 Posted January 11 Edi: You are soft in the middle like dolma japrak (stuffed grape leaves). One hundred jumping jacks, fifty push ups, ten minutes planks. Then we start workouts. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #29 Posted January 11 3 hours ago, donkpow said: Don't let anybody see when you cry. I have known the boss since 7th grade. He has seen me cry. No shame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12string Posted January 11 Share #30 Posted January 11 5 hours ago, jsharr said: Went out last night and bought shoes, shorts and shirts. Brought my gym bag to work with me. Hit the gym with the boss and his trainer tonight for the first time in a long time. Trainer is a good friend and was in my office yesterday. We are going to start with cardio, increase my stamina and then start working on weights, etc. later. Slow and steady wins the race. I went with all black just in case I die, they can just bury me in what I have on. Good luck! And bring your own towel. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Popular Post Share #31 Posted January 11 44 minutes ago, Parsnip Totin Jack said: Edi: You are soft in the middle like dolma japrak (stuffed grape leaves). One hundred jumping jacks, fifty push ups, ten minutes planks. Then we start workouts. basically this. He wants me to spend time on the bike and treadmill to sweat off some weight. He said something funny about why work on abs, nobody is going to see them under your fat belly. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #32 Posted January 11 1 minute ago, 12string said: Good luck! And bring your own towel. I did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsnip Totin Jack ★ Posted January 11 Share #33 Posted January 11 I know from being like that myself. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted January 11 Share #34 Posted January 11 Do we have a pool on what piece of equipment you are going to die on? I pick the elliptical. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted January 11 Share #35 Posted January 11 Oh, and good luck! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #36 Posted January 11 Just now, Kzoo said: Do we have a pool on what piece of equipment you are going to die on? I pick the elliptical. I think you should focus more on calling dibs on my stuff rather than the specifics of my demise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted January 11 Share #37 Posted January 11 My first session was mostly assessment of my abilities...still stiffened up about 5 hours later and was exhausted...you will be surprised...it will be ok..you will just be tired for awhile. Oh and don't forget to post your time or distance in our annual thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #38 Posted January 11 3 minutes ago, petitepedal said: My first session was mostly assessment of my abilities...still stiffened up about 5 hours later and was exhausted...you will be surprised...it will be ok..you will just be tired for awhile. Oh and don't forget to post your time or distance in our annual thread I will probably ride the recumbent so the fall to the ground will be very short and sweet. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted January 11 Share #39 Posted January 11 How often will you workout? And how often with the trainer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #40 Posted January 11 3 minutes ago, petitepedal said: How often will you workout? And how often with the trainer? Edi will be at almost every session. Will work out with boss, his brother, me and Edi a couple times a week. I do get a fair bit of activity at Scouts, but nothing like this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #41 Posted January 11 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan ★ Posted January 11 Share #42 Posted January 11 I listen to a house music station when at the gym. Rhythm and motivation… You got this! 👊🏼 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #43 Posted January 11 1 minute ago, MoseySusan said: I listen to a house music station when at the gym. Rhythm and motivation… You got this! 👊🏼 So now I gotta buy earbuds or what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan ★ Posted January 11 Share #44 Posted January 11 7 minutes ago, jsharr said: So now I gotta buy earbuds or what? Maybe. New gear can be very motivating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted January 11 Share #45 Posted January 11 Every year I come close to joining Planet Fitness until I realize that the closest one is 20 miles away and I would only go about 2 times a week weather permitting. I have my own weights and bench. I have some of the best walking around. When the weather gets better I have the bike. PF would only be used about 3 months a year and I'd rather be outside getting my exercise. Skipped it again this year 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted January 11 Share #46 Posted January 11 1 hour ago, jsharr said: basically this. He wants me to spend time on the bike and treadmill to sweat off some weight. He said something funny about why work on abs, nobody is going to see them under your fat belly. You don’t workout to look great, that is a side effect. A strong core will help you with everything you do, even cycling. The new owner at my gym has changed things around. He has increased the size of the free weight area at the expense of the aerobic area. He had expensive rubber floor installed and bought a crap ton of new weights.These weights must be for showing off. They are ginormous. I checked out the weight on some monster weights and they were only 45#. They are metal, I don’t know if they are hollow or made out of some light weight metal. You would think they would make them out of the heaviest material available. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted January 11 Author Share #47 Posted January 11 7 hours ago, Razors Edge said: Well, not really, but at least it gets you IN the race. Let the fast guys win, and enjoy the journey. I knew I would get called out for playing the race card. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan ★ Posted January 11 Share #48 Posted January 11 11 minutes ago, Longjohn said: You don’t workout to look great, that is a side effect. A strong core will help you with everything you do, even cycling. Thank you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead Posted January 11 Share #49 Posted January 11 7 hours ago, jsharr said: Went out last night and bought shoes, shorts and shirts. Brought my gym bag to work with me. Hit the gym with the boss and his trainer tonight for the first time in a long time. Trainer is a good friend and was in my office yesterday. We are going to start with cardio, increase my stamina and then start working on weights, etc. later. Slow and steady wins the race. I went with all black just in case I die, they can just bury me in what I have on. I've been thinking of doing the same J. I know how to do all this as a former athlete but I find the older I get, the fatter I get, and the lazier I get. All those things I know seem to have evaporated in the air. I need someone like @Kzoo busting my chops. Good luck and stay with it no matter how bad you don't want to go!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted January 11 Share #50 Posted January 11 1 minute ago, Dottles said: I've been thinking of doing the same J. I know how to do all this as a former athlete but I find the older I get, the fatter I get, and the lazier I get. All those things I know seem to have evaporated in the air. I need someone like @Kzoo busting my chops. It’s hard to know how to inspire people to do what they need to do. We don’t want to nag, that is your wife’s job. We know you have been trying, even buying spensive cereal and eating kale chips 🤮. You need a workout buddy to inspire you. Would your wife be interested in going to the gym and working out with you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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