2012 Pushup Challenge
Posted By: kitten
2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 01:50 PM
Some of the girls and I are doing this starting 1/1 and I thought some others might like to do it too.
Basically, you start January 1 with 1 pushup and add one every day so that on December 31, you do 365. (Well, next year is a leap year, so it will be 366.)
The idea came from someone else and this is what she said in her rules:
What is the push up challenge?
•The push up challenge started as an idea on Twitter. If I started January 1 with 1 push up and continued to add one push up a day for the entire year, could I complete the year with 365?
Do you do push ups every day?
•No. I realized early on that doing hundreds of push ups every day at the end of the year would be both time consuming and exhausting. There are others who liked this idea and wanted to see if they were up for the challenge. I, along with my team members do push ups on odd numbered days (on the Julian calendar). Becca was with me from the beginning. She, along with her friends do push ups on even numbered days. Megan joined us mid year to give the option to do push ups every third day to those who need a little more recovery time.
What exactly counts as a push up?
•You can do a push up in any way the even closely resembles a push up. When I started this endeavor I could only do three knee push ups. As time has gone by I’ve been able to do push ups on my toes. I’ve done lots of research on the matter and have learned that doing push ups on the wall more closely match the toe push up. Wall push ups use the same muscles, doing them vertically takes some of the difficulty away. I was not a believer until I tried them. You can get a decent work out doing push ups on the wall or other elevated surface such as counter or table. Any given day I do almost every variation I can think of. Walls, tables, floor on my toes, knees. My goal is to be able to do one armed toe push ups, or a hand stand push up.
If you want to participate, just post along in here with your progress. I won't be keeping track of who does what. You maybe could start your own teams within your PMs too.
I will post in here the number for the day, with January being self explanatory.
Good luck. And here's to a stronger healthier you in 2012.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:09 PM
I'm in!
But I'm not a girl...shhhh
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:12 PM
I know you aren't! *waggles eyebrows*
And? YAY!!
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:13 PM
I'm in too - think I'll see if my co-workers want to try!!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:22 PM
I'm in (not a girl, though my pushup style through January will likely indicate otherwise).
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:24 PM
What's a wall pushup?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:24 PM
This is going to be fun!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:25 PM
I will have to do 79 pushups on my birthday!
I think that shall have to occur prior to any celebratory efforts! HArd to do with a martini in your hand!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:30 PM
The good thing is you have all day to do them. Just get 'em done early and drink up!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:30 PM
I think I'll run a block every day for a week, then run two blocks every day for 2 weeks, etc. Do you think I can handle 52 blocks by the end of the year?
I found a dog and took him for a walk through the neighborhood where I thought he lived, hoping his owners would be out looking for him. He took me for a jog. I lasted about two blocks. That 2nd/3rd block going uphill almost killed me.
And to think I used to run miles every day.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 02:33 PM
Good one, BoBa!!
That's how my uncle started running - he ran from 1 telephone pole to the next then walked, etc. He ended up able to run marathons.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:05 PM
I did part of the 100 push up challenge last year. I was amazed at how many I could do. 365 in a day though will be a lot...but I'm in. Even if my foot isnt 100% on 1/1 I can start with girly push ups for a while.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:08 PM
1 footed pushups......?
Might be interesting!
This is very doable. My dad, 78 years old, can still do 100. All at once, I might add.
Ornery old f@rt!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:26 PM
I could do 1...with one foot in the air. When we were doing the Jillian workout she had 'scorpion push ups' in there...on foot curled up like a scorpion tail. Those are tough!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:21 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:22 PM
I do the alternating foot pushups and yes, you are correct, I cant do near as many of those as plain old military style.
But you are tough!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:27 PM
I could do 1...with one foot in the air. When we were doing the Jillian workout she had 'scorpion push ups' in there...on foot curled up like a scorpion tail. Those are tough!
I LOVE THOSE THINGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!I was thinking I would start with those and see how far I could get!
I do them in TRX class with the supporting foot hanging in a strap 12" off the ground. some guy called me a show off after class the other day.
RAWR!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:32 PM
I'm in.
My trainer just started me doing push-ups on a Bosu ball.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:33 PM
I'd be in for it. I did the 100 earlier this year, kept it up for a while until I messed up my shoulder in an unrelated incident and ended up taking several weeks off. Still not entirely comfortable, but I can easily do 50 or so now. If I start with that and add 1 a day, that'd be pretty rough by the end of the year!
It's also a great core exercise for working on turning the 12-pack into a 6-pack!
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:47 PM
I like the 100 push-up challenge. I'm just thinking about how long they take...
Maybe, 10 a day in January, 20 in February, etc? I guess I'll see what works out next year! I definitely want to do something, even though I'm a weakling.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:36 PM
I'm a weakling too CAC. That's why I wanted to do it. Even with kayaking, I have no upper body strength.
This is a judgement free zone! If you can only do 1, then do one. If you want to take the day off, do it. If you decide on March 23 to quit, do it. If it's day 324 and you can only do 10, that's fantastic!
We're just the support for each other.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:41 PM
And whatever we can do, each and everyone of us will be better off because of this.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:46 PM
Its a great challenge for any strength level! No matter where you start, you get better! And honestly, those that start at nothing will likely gain more and faster than those that are already doing some! Its great!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:47 PM
I plan to take before and after photos.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:51 PM
Me too!
Before - Here's the floor
After - Here's the floor closer!
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:53 PM
i just did 365 while reading this thread...
are there any more challenges i should aspire to?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:54 PM
i just did 365 while reading this thread...
are there any more challenges i should aspire to?
Reality?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:55 PM
I plan to take before and after photos.
We all could and use the FB Orny idea to post them at the end of the year! Voluntary of course....
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 03:56 PM
*high-ten* 3B!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 04:00 PM
*high-ten* 3B!!!
:smack and chest bump:
Sorry, got carried away.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 04:03 PM
I liked it. I liked it alot.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 04:18 PM
i just did 365 while reading this thread...
are there any more challenges i should aspire to?
::swoon::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 04:28 PM
I liked it. I liked it alot.
Yeah, I think doing pushups like that would get a lot more people involved!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 04:51 PM
I plan to take before and after photos.
Shirt less?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 04:39 PM
Sure! Why not?
Oh you mean her....?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 05:05 PM
I plan to take before and after photos.
Shirt less?Sure, why not?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 05:14 PM
Now THAT would be an orny thread...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 05:16 PM
I plan to take before and after photos.
Shirt less?Sure, why not?
:eyepop emoticon:
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 05:25 PM
Carp! I need a tan!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 05:44 PM
I plan to take before and after photos.
Shirt less?Sure, why not?
:eyepop emoticon:
How do you think we men feel? :eyepop emoticon, head shaking in amazement emoticon, high ten with each other emoticon:
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:02 PM
Hmmm - I could finally aspire to participate in the gun-show Thursdays those crazy fitblrs do...
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:03 PM
I dont care how many push ups I do in a year...I will never be able to participate in the gun-show. I have scrawny runners arms.
Posted By: Snow Bunny
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:04 PM
I looked at the wall-push-ups! I Can Do That!
I Am In! I need to start working on myself again!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:09 PM
Carp! I need a tan!
LOL--me too...and chest hair! Maybe I can transplant some from South of the equator. Oh…and I was just able to do 32 pushups, so I’m good through February 1st. Groundhog’s Day, however, is another story…….
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 05:56 PM
I'll give it a shot. I just joined a fitness club to change up what I have been doing. Can certainly add this to the mix.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:01 PM
I dont care how many push ups I do in a year...I will never be able to participate in the gun-show. I have scrawny runners arms.
Your arms do fine when you work them. I'm not sure that 18" biceps are that cool on a girl anyway.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:03 PM
Don't want them to throw you off balance when you run either! Or at least that's my excuse for not having them...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:09 PM
Yeah! She can kick my butt running even with the boot on!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:13 PM
And she's MUCH better looking than you....just sayin'.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:32 PM
I'm blushing!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 06:21 PM
And she's MUCH better looking than you....just sayin'.
Yeah and almost taller with those strappy heels on!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 07:18 PM
Your arms do fine when you work them. I'm not sure that 18" biceps are that cool on a girl anyway.
Yeah, the girl I stole the idea from (who knows I have stolen it, BTW) posted a before/after. In the after pix, her arms look a little... um.... beefy.
I don't want that.
I've read that if you want strength, do them fast. If you want tone and definition, do them slow.
Is that right?
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 07:56 PM
the only bad thing about Push Ups is the little cardboard type thing and plastic pusher upper left at the end
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 07:49 PM
But just think - by the end of the year, you will be able to suck those bad boys down like a pro!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 08:52 PM
I've read that if you want strength, do them fast. If you want tone and definition, do them slow.
Is that right?
Yes, I would definitely agree with that. Slow will do a lot more for the rest of your core, as well as helping ensure you maintain proper form, which helps prevent injury as well.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 08:53 PM
Thanks, Matt.
Good info.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/20/11 10:10 PM
Another thing for everyone to keep in mind is that you have up days and down days. Physically as well as mentally. You may do 35 pushups on one day with no problem, then the next struggle with 20. Its normal, dont be discouraged. Just push on through and get them done, a few at a time if you have to. Its all good!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 12:48 PM
Just push on through and get them done
*giggles*
I see what you did there.....
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 01:00 PM
I've read that if you want strength, do them fast. If you want tone and definition, do them slow.
Is that right?
Yes, I would definitely agree with that. Slow will do a lot more for the rest of your core, as well as helping ensure you maintain proper form, which helps prevent injury as well.
Also, the wider your arms, the more mass you build across the back of your shoulders, etc. My ex-wife joined the army and went from petite with baby fat to a little butch until she figured out how to do them for toning rather than building. Then she got to be pretty darn hot.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 01:02 PM
So, BoBa, to avoid mass, keep your hands under your shoulders? Is that right?
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:04 PM
I am in! I need to gain strength before the Warrior Dash in June. This should definitely help with that.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:13 PM
I absolutely despise weight training, so I think I may do this too. This makes it fun!
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:37 PM
I'm in - I need to do something - anything to start building up strength. Will start with the wall pushups.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:46 PM
I am just so excited that so many of you are going to do this. I knew I was going to do it anyway, but it just makes my heart happy to know that we can each provide support and tips and advice.
Thank you.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:49 PM
You started a really great thing here Kit, so THANK YOU!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:52 PM
I am in! I need to gain strength before the Warrior Dash in June. This should definitely help with that.
Which Warrior Dash? Have you done one yet?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:53 PM
So, BoBa, to avoid mass, keep your hands under your shoulders? Is that right?
That is my understanding. The cardio freaks in her unit could do pushups non-stop and they did them with their hands directly under their shoulders, and they did them quickly. The muscle freaks did them with a wider stance, moving more slowly, especially on the way down.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:55 PM
You can also mix-up your positioning to focus on different areas, can do some great tricep isolation and shift focus off of other parts that might be sore or fatigued from previous days. There are probably a dozen+ positions you can do to mix things up and keep it fresh.
I would say hands aligned with shoulders will be your best bet for toning specifically.
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 02:57 PM
So, if we put our hands under our shoulders and did them slowly, we could build both strength and tone a little without bulk? I do need to strengthen my core. It's been a year since my surgery and I should be able to do this without hurting myself.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:03 PM
Wide hands in front of shoulders = more upper chest
Wide hands even with shoulders = more lower chest
Narrow hands behind or lower than shoulders = more triceps
The shoulders, triceps and anterior head of the Deltoid (shoulder) will be involved in all of the them, but you can move the hands for emphasis on given area. Your core should also be involved and taught always.
For those that dont regularly do them, Matt is dead on. Start off aligned.
Slow is a little more bulking, but women will not start looking like guys (nor vice versa). Slow and steady is the way to go, but not super slow. just nice even counts, its not a race.
This is really great!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:11 PM
I'm considering upping the ante for myself too, and adding in some sort of plank challenge too.
I haven't worked it out completely, but I'm thinking something like start with 10 seconds (or 30 or 1 min, whatever) and then adding 1 second (or 5 or 10) every day after.
It's still rattling around upstairs for now.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:11 PM
While you will definitely get core strengthening from pushups, they are primarily designed to work your arms and chest. I think for core strengthening, there are other (and better) things to add to your workout. I've heard a lot about the yoga balls and how they are used to build your core. I might recommend checking that out.
So, I think my New Year's Resolution this year (I've never really done one) will have to do with my overall fitness. I'm 5'10" and about 215-220. In high school, I was 5'10" and about 120 (wrestled 103 half my senior year). From a weight perspective, I truly think that 175-180 is where I'd prefer to be. From a fitness perspective, I can no longer run...at all. Coming from a running background (High School Cross Country and Track, sub 5 minute mile, 17 minute 5k, 39:30 10k), I'm embarassed by my current fitness.
I will ride in the HHH in Wichita Falls this year and will be pushing myself to ride in the 50 miler. Happy will be there riding in the 100 miler, and he'll owe me a case of beer after our football bet comes to light....or I'll owe him a case. Either way, we'll be seeing each other then, and I really want to be ready for a good ride.
Thanks, Kitt for one more dash of inspiration.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:18 PM
Thats a great goal Bob... err...Mr Barker!
I'm also an ex wrestler. Between that and football, not much left in the knees, huh? But you have set great goals.
17:00 5K is killer to have ever been able to claim! I'm happy with everything under 28:00 now!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:20 PM
So, I think my New Year's Resolution this year (I've never really done one) will have to do with my overall fitness. I'm 5'10" and about 215-220. In high school, I was 5'10" and about 120 (wrestled 103 half my senior year). From a weight perspective, I truly think that 175-180 is where I'd prefer to be. From a fitness perspective, I can no longer run...at all. Coming from a running background (High School Cross Country and Track, sub 5 minute mile, 17 minute 5k, 39:30 10k), I'm embarassed by my current fitness.
This was me, about a year ago. Almost literally, same height/build, didn't wrestle but did track/CC at similar paces. Started working out, got on the treadmill, hit the weights, did my first 5k in about 8 years this past June, (30ish mins, made me sad), did another in Sept. and had it down to 23. A ways to go, but good progress. Floating around 180 now, aiming for another 10 in the coming months. All you have to do is start, and don't compare yourself now to yourself then or you'll get really discouraged fast. I'm up to 8-10 mile runs and signed up for a Tough Mudder in May, so hopefully I can use that as motivation to work through the winter and put on some solid muscle!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:23 PM
17:16, actually. That was enough for 49th at State. Sub 14:00 was required to win it. THAT was killer.
Remember that I was 100 pounds and could run for hours at 18 years old. Not so much anymore.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:29 PM
Matt, you're an Iowan and NOT an ex-wrestler? I wasn't aware such a thing existed!!
The difference I'll have to what you were able to do (already getting my excuses ready) is that I have degenerative disc disease affecting my 3 upper Lumbar discs. Biking is bearable, but running will be difficult. I'll be counting heavily on advice from TJ, Jen, Happy and BB1 when it comes to how to take care of my knees, shins, etc. There truly is a lot of inspiration here, if one is willing to be inspired.
Thanks for the input, Matt. I'll add you to the list of "inspirers". Being from Iowa, I may even "swing by" and buy you a beer for your help.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:38 PM
So, I think my New Year's Resolution this year (I've never really done one) will have to do with my overall fitness. I'm 5'10" and about 215-220. In high school, I was 5'10" and about 120 (wrestled 103 half my senior year). From a weight perspective, I truly think that 175-180 is where I'd prefer to be. From a fitness perspective, I can no longer run...at all. Coming from a running background (High School Cross Country and Track, sub 5 minute mile, 17 minute 5k, 39:30 10k), I'm embarassed by my current fitness.
This was me, about a year ago. Almost literally, same height/build, didn't wrestle but did track/CC at similar paces. Started working out, got on the treadmill, hit the weights, did my first 5k in about 8 years this past June, (30ish mins, made me sad), did another in Sept. and had it down to 23. A ways to go, but good progress. Floating around 180 now, aiming for another 10 in the coming months. All you have to do is start, and don't compare yourself now to yourself then or you'll get really discouraged fast. I'm up to 8-10 mile runs and signed up for a Tough Mudder in May, so hopefully I can use that as motivation to work through the winter and put on some solid muscle!
Which Mudder? We are looking at one Texas!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:48 PM
Matt, you're an Iowan and NOT an ex-wrestler? I wasn't aware such a thing existed!!
The difference I'll have to what you were able to do (already getting my excuses ready) is that I have degenerative disc disease affecting my 3 upper Lumbar discs. Biking is bearable, but running will be difficult. I'll be counting heavily on advice from TJ, Jen, Happy and BB1 when it comes to how to take care of my knees, shins, etc. There truly is a lot of inspiration here, if one is willing to be inspired.
Thanks for the input, Matt. I'll add you to the list of "inspirers". Being from Iowa, I may even "swing by" and buy you a beer for your help.
I'm also an Iowan that doesn't farm! It really throws people for a loop. I'm a walking contridiction really!
That will make it rough, yeah. I have bad knees, sometimes I feel a long run a week later, and my feet like to fall asleep around 3.5 miles...lol. But nothing compared to yours. Do what your body can handle, obviously pushing yourself to injury is going to make everything worse. Have you considered swimming? May be a viable alternative, then we can work on putting together a Formerly Fit triathalon team and each do a leg of it!
And I'm doing the Twin Cities one in May, it's within driving distance and will afford enough time to recover from bruises/broken bones prior to walking down the aisle in July (I hope!).
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 03:55 PM
We've been doing the Warrior Dashes, but the Mudder sounds like a challenge we'd like to try (we, being 3 other morons and me). I should really just work on getting my 5k times down more, but this sounds like a new and twisted kind of fun!
The Swimming idea is a good consideration Mr. Barker. Almost no stress on the joints and a great overall body exercise!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:01 PM
I'm planning to do it with a couple of friends, my brother, and maybe 1-2 others, we're going as part of a team with a local gym (that I have no real affiliation with), so hopefully can work with them a bit for motivation and some of the group activities. It's sort of a bachelor party weekend for me, so we're going to make as much of an event out of the whole deal as possible. Planning to start the exercise reccomendations they have on their site next month, should be interesting.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:21 PM
I am in! I need to gain strength before the Warrior Dash in June. This should definitely help with that.
Which Warrior Dash? Have you done one yet?
Minnesota on June 30. This will be my first. A friend of my wife and I sent me a link and I made the mistake of saying we should do it.
I have heard that they are a lot of fun so I am looking forward to it. They are hosting it at a ski mountain on the eastern side of the Twin Cities.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:24 PM
Kit, I like the plank idea too.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:39 PM
You can also mix-up your positioning to focus on different areas.... There are probably a dozen+ positions you can do to mix things up and keep it fresh.
All I think about is the Kama Sutra when I read Matt's post.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:37 PM
All I think about is the Kama Sutra when I read Matt's post..... Usually I only have that effect on the women, but I won't judge you!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:41 PM
There was once a Will Farrel skit where he is sitting at the dinner table and yells I can do XX pushups in XX minutes. Some of my friends and I got together and started doing what we alled the 200 club. 10 pushups every minute for 20 minutes. Then it got to easy and we started doing 20 pushups a minute for 20 minutes. We even adopted standards for pushups. Chest must touch the ground and elbows must lock at the top.
So this military guy was telling us he can do 80 pushups in one minute. My friend and I tried and we did pretty well but could not do 80 in one minute. Then this guy starts and does 80 or so half pushups. Never touching the ground and never coming to the top. We smiled and applauded him. When he left we started doing pushups like those and I cannot tell you how many we could do... because it takes almost no effort.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:44 PM
I am in! I need to gain strength before the Warrior Dash in June. This should definitely help with that.
Which Warrior Dash? Have you done one yet?
Minnesota on June 30. This will be my first. A friend of my wife and I sent me a link and I made the mistake of saying we should do it.
I have heard that they are a lot of fun so I am looking forward to it. They are hosting it at a ski mountain on the eastern side of the Twin Cities.
I have been running in races for 40 years (oops, shouldn't have said that)and it is far and away the absolute most fun I have ever had at a race! We've done 3 different ones now and they are a blast!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:50 PM
There was once a Will Farrel skit where he is sitting at the dinner table and yells I can do XX pushups in XX minutes. Some of my friends and I got together and started doing what we alled the 200 club. 10 pushups every minute for 20 minutes. Then it got to easy and we started doing 20 pushups a minute for 20 minutes. We even adopted standards for pushups. Chest must touch the ground and elbows must lock at the top.
So this military guy was telling us he can do 80 pushups in one minute. My friend and I tried and we did pretty well but could not do 80 in one minute. Then this guy starts and does 80 or so half pushups. Never touching the ground and never coming to the top. We smiled and applauded him. When he left we started doing pushups like those and I cannot tell you how many we could do... because it takes almost no effort.
I used to coach wrestling and football in a place called Edmond, OK. I would try inspire my wrestlers by doing pushups with them but they always said it wasnt fair because I had been doing them longer. Then one day I go this little girl ( you may have heard of her, her name is Shannon Miller) from one of my other classes to come in and do pushups. She did 100 perfect pushups in under a minute. The boys started hitting the floor pretty hard! LOL
For anyone that doesn't know, Shannon went on to win Olympic gold in gymnatstics and is them most decorated female gymnast in US history!
I'm so mean
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 04:52 PM
Well played, sir.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 05:42 PM
Thanks, But she did them better than me too!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:06 PM
I went to high school with a guy who boasted some 50 pullups at once. He was really impressive. He was a shorter guy who was pretty muscular for his age. So one day we watched him do them. I will admit, he certainly did 40, and pretty well. I don't think any would have actually counted in a real competition. But the fact someone could do 40 or 50 pretty good pullups was impressive.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:29 PM
I went to high school with a guy who boasted some 50 pullups at once. He was really impressive. He was a shorter guy who was pretty muscular for his age. So one day we watched him do them. I will admit, he certainly did 40, and pretty well. I don't think any would have actually counted in a real competition. But the fact someone could do 40 or 50 pretty good pullups was impressive.
Beats me! If I stay in form I can't do more than 21-22 at once. I dont think I could do that many when I only weighed 175!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:34 PM
I am thinking the average male can only do 2 or 3 good pullups. Meaning come to a stop at the bottom, arms lock out, and chin over bar without swining or moving raising your chin to get it over. So 22 is pretty good. I think perfect pullups I can get 15 at best on a good day. But I weigh a lot more and have really long stick arms.
On a bad day I can at least get 12. But it is so hard to use perfect form.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:40 PM
I am thinking the average male can only do 2 or 3 good pullups. Meaning come to a stop at the bottom, arms lock out, and chin over bar without swining or moving raising your chin to get it over. So 22 is pretty good. I think perfect pullups I can get 15 at best on a good day. But I weigh a lot more and have really long stick arms.
On a bad day I can at least get 12. But it is so hard to use perfect form.
I agree, you always want to cheat! I often say "weight lifting" is poorly named. It should be called "muscle contracting". Contract the muscle in a controlled fashion and the weight just happens to go up and down. Same with Chins, you can get obsessed with just getting your chin over the bar instead of working your back. Or at least I do!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:43 PM
I do as well but I think that is because pullups are a different beast. Most of the motion using the back and lats comes at the beginning of the motion. So it is easy to mentally focus on your back during that part but after a while your arms take over. You can combat this by taking a wider grip, but the wider grip (depending on how wide) can really limit the number of reps you do. It can also over incorporate your lats vs your back. This reminds me that today is back day for me. I really need to focus on this today.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:52 PM
<--Did back last night! Dont have to today!
I mix narrow and wide on back day for the reasons you mention. I do underhand on arms day.
Ok, we hijacked the pushups thread!
Back on the floor everybody!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 07:06 PM
who here can do pushups with their hands behind their heads?
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:55 PM
who here can do pushups with their hands behind their heads?
lol, I have never tried... but I weight too much to make an attempt. Failure might have too many negative effects.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 06:57 PM
who here can do pushups with their hands behind their heads?
Whoever it is, I am sure we can get them a date!
Posted By: PATSGirl74
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 07:36 PM
Some of the girls and I are doing this starting 1/1 and I thought some others might like to do it too.
Basically, you start January 1 with 1 pushup and add one every day so that on December 31, you do 365. (Well, next year is a leap year, so it will be 366.)
......
I will post in here the number for the day, with January being self explanatory.
Good luck. And here's to a stronger healthier you in 2012.
COUNT ME IN - Definatly looking for something new & fun to get in / stay in shape {option to be determined after final count of Xmas cookies is tallied}
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 07:38 PM
I do mixed-grip on upper-body days, 4 sets of 6-8, depending on how long I can hold the form. It is rough. I can do about 20 straight, if I'm fresh when I start. Oddly, as my weight's gone down, my ability to do more reps has not greatly increased!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 07:48 PM
In my prime, I was 120 and could bench 180. At 120, I could very easily do 25 pull ups. If I remember correctly, we did them with our legs locked together.
Right now, at 215, I will struggle to complete 1.
I'll focus on the pushups for now.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/21/11 09:45 PM
I can hang well
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 01:29 PM
So as I work on my plank challenge idea, I came up with an option for the push up challenge.
If you are daunted by the thought of [censored] 366 pushups by EOY2012, what about doing it by week?
For example, newbies like me could do 10 a day for the first week, then add 5 each week. Old pros like Happy, who will likely do another 365 just while reading this post, could start with 365 a day for the first week, then add 20 each week.
I'll be keeping track of weeks for my plank challenge, so I can post that in here too.
I'm sure there are a million different ways to do a challenge. So if you have any other suggestions, that would be great too.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 01:54 PM
do you really want my suggestions?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 01:46 PM
For you, Squish, I thought you could eat 5 pushups a day for the first week, then add 5 every week after. Also, you could eat 5 bags of cheese curls - strengthen the abs, you know - each day the first week, and add 5 every week after.
For the biceps you need the 40oz beers. Do curls with those.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 01:48 PM
For you, Squish, I thought you could eat 5 pushups a day for the first week, then add 5 every week after. Also, you could eat 5 bags of cheese curls - strengthen the abs, you know - each day the first week, and add 5 every week after.
For the biceps you need the 40oz beers. Do curls with those.
Sounds like a challenge I can get aboard on.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 01:54 PM
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 02:15 PM
the cool down period could be a bag of pork rinds
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 02:03 PM
I like it. I like it alot.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 02:56 PM
Time to hand out some BOL awards and I think poster of the year has to go to Peepers. This man has no fear.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 03:11 PM
Isnt there some reward for not responding to ^^^^that!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 03:49 PM
You want a reward for doing the right thing?
Bah humbug!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 03:53 PM
Shoo!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 03:53 PM
Isnt there some reward for not responding to ^^^^that!
it was spelled with an 'a' not a 'u'
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:11 PM
Isnt there some reward for not responding to ^^^^that!
it was spelled with an 'a' not a 'u'
How are we supposed to know that you can spell!?!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:14 PM
You want a reward for doing the right thing?
Bah humbug!
Hey, if BHO can get a Nobel......?
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:14 PM
hanging from a pullup bar would be challenging. I am not sure what would give out first, your grip or your shoulders, but I am going to guess the grip.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:16 PM
When I took rock climbing in school, we'd hang from the pull-up bar each day by our fingertips for as long as we could. It was supposed to help our grip when we climbed.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:30 PM
Yeah...I was at the gym after work and I tried my hand at doing pull ups. I can rock the chin ups, no sweat, so how hard could pull ups be.... OMG...I did seven...MY ARMPITS FELL OFF!!!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:20 PM
Freak, I am not sure there is anything different between a pullup and a chinup. Some people even call them the same thing. If you changed your grip, the fact that you only did 7 could have had more to do with you already doing a set before hand and not resting enough. If you change your grip, arm position and the way you pull yourself, it can change the intensity on different muscele groups, but is still essentially the same excercise. But I would say 7 is pretty good for a motion and or grip you had not doen before.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:21 PM
You want a reward for doing the right thing?
Bah humbug!
Hey, if BHO can get a Nobel......?
NO!
*throws the coach's challenge flag*
Get this #()$%&# out of this thread.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:21 PM
Pullups vs Chinups.....explain, please.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:27 PM
I have heard it explained that if your palms are facing you, it's a pull up, away from you and it's a chin-up. I have no clue if that's true.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:27 PM
is one overhand and the other underhand?
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:28 PM
wow, it's like Matt and I are sharing a brain
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:29 PM
wow, it's like Matt and I are sharing a brain
Nice try!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:30 PM
I'm sure he uses it more than I though
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:31 PM
wow, it's like Matt and I are sharing a brain
Is that why I keep having the most random thoughts? I thought I caught some sort of brain parasite, but this theory could also explain it.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:32 PM
have you also had an unexplainable urge to scratch yourself a lot?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:47 PM
I have heard it explained that if your palms are facing you, it's a pull up, away from you and it's a chin-up. I have no clue if that's true.
I was wondering the same thing and that's what I read yesterday online. Chin ups (palms facing me) are pretty easy since I'm using my biceps and chest muscles, but pull ups (palms facing away) I'm using my back muscles and some muscle that's at the base of my armpit...and they are totally undeveloped...ow.......
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:35 PM
Not that your chest is not incorporated, but both use your back much more than your chest. All pulling motions use your back. The chest is a muscele that primarily is used for pushing.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 04:50 PM
have you also had an unexplainable urge to scratch yourself a lot?
I've not experienced that issue quite yet, no. (Thankfully)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 05:02 PM
Not that your chest is not incorporated, but both use your back much more than your chest. All pulling motions use your back. The chest is a muscele that primarily is used for pushing.
^^^What he said....the body is designed with muscles in antogonistic pairs, for anything that pushes, there is one that pulls. We had a good designer.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 05:04 PM
Not that your chest is not incorporated, but both use your back much more than your chest. All pulling motions use your back. The chest is a muscele that primarily is used for pushing.
^^^What he said....the body is designed with muscles in antogonistic pairs, for anything that pushes, there is one that pulls. We had a good designer.
Don't show Peepers this.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 05:07 PM
Five minutes and no comment from Peepers. Is he ok?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 05:10 PM
Five minutes and no comment from Peepers. Is he ok?
He's eating.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 05:13 PM
Five minutes and no comment from Peepers. Is he ok?
He's eating.
You should let him know when he comes back that triple b put one up on the tee for him.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 05:30 PM
Five minutes and no comment from Peepers. Is he ok?
He's eating.
And scratching...stuff. If it itches, he scratches....it doesn't even need to be his junk that's itching......
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 05:17 PM
Five minutes and no comment from Peepers. Is he ok?
He's eating.
You should let him know when he comes back that triple b put one up on the tee for him.
:Standing ready with the driver...:
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 06:44 PM
Fine, I will do it....
I bet Peepers has a ripped back and bicep.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/22/11 07:00 PM
my eyesight is deteriorating so I've given that up
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 03:44 PM
So, I remembered over the weekend why I had given up on doing pushups altogether. My wrists simply don't bend that way anymore (ganglian cysts).
I've done knuckle pushups, but even they hurt my wrists. So, I went out and bought "The Perfect Pushup" handles that twist as your arms rotate. I'll start using them this evening after work and let you know how I do. I did realize also that my shoulders are not happy about pushing up my fat body, so I'll be incorporating some weight-loss measures to help me keep pace with everyone. Hopefully, I don't jack up my rotator cuffs again. LOL.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 03:49 PM
Just throw 70% of your wieght on a bench press and we will call it even. I just threw the 70% out there because the motion does seem to lift 100% of a person's weight, but someone might have a more accurate value.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 03:59 PM
I think you're about right Mod. Most of what I have seen says between 50%-70%. Everybody does them with slight differnces so hard to nail it down.
Oh, for those who want to see how far you can take it...
The record for the most push-ups non-stop was 10,507, set by Minoru Yoshida of Japan in October 1980.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:03 PM
Is there a senior's division being considered?
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:05 PM
Is there a senior's division being considered?
Yes, and we even have an elderly division for YOU!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:08 PM
You can always do it gripping dumbells or something else so your palms don't have to be flat on the floor. I've hear the Perfect Pushup things work pretty well though, so that might work well for you.
It'll get easier, eventually!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:08 PM
Is there a senior's division being considered?
<--- has the hair for it!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:29 PM
Is there a senior's division being considered?
<--- has the hair for it!
Hair is over rated.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:32 PM
Good! Because its not just grey, its having diminishing return issues too!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:37 PM
It is a badge of wisdom. I always tell my niece that the reason I am losing my hair is wisdom. But the reason her father lost her hair is because he is going bald.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 04:45 PM
I blame mine on teenage daughters!
On the other hand, my dad and I have exactly the same pattern of hair loss ...... could be him?
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:08 PM
the hair is grandfather's fault I think, not pop's...
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:14 PM
Sort of a myth. Although it is a sex linked gene, it is still on the gene and not one of the missing parts (or at least it was when I learned it in high school. It is just the combination of the two genes that makes it less likely for ladies to go bald. I think ladies go bald on bb but men do on bb and Bb but not BB. I could have it wrong but that is how I remember it.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:14 PM
Still think my daughters did it....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:18 PM
Sort of a myth. Although it is a sex linked gene, it is still on the gene and not one of the missing parts (or at least it was when I learned it in high school. It is just the combination of the two genes that makes it less likely for ladies to go bald. I think ladies go bald on bb but men do on bb and Bb but not BB. I could have it wrong but that is how I remember it.
I think thats pretty close! I remember that I hated doing genetics equations!
Its the testosterone that ultimately does the folicles in. Alas!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:32 PM
Sort of a myth. Although it is a sex linked gene, it is still on the gene and not one of the missing parts (or at least it was when I learned it in high school. It is just the combination of the two genes that makes it less likely for ladies to go bald. I think ladies go bald on bb but men do on bb and Bb but not BB. I could have it wrong but that is how I remember it.
I think thats pretty close! I remember that I hated doing genetics equations!
Its the testosterone that ultimately does the folicles in. Alas!
It has been so long since I did those punit (sp?) squares that I am sure they have changed. Although I just found out my brother has a dark beard. I want to know how he ended up with red hair and a dark beard and I have black hair and a red (and sadly grey) beard.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:34 PM
Sort of a myth. Although it is a sex linked gene, it is still on the gene and not one of the missing parts (or at least it was when I learned it in high school. It is just the combination of the two genes that makes it less likely for ladies to go bald. I think ladies go bald on bb but men do on bb and Bb but not BB. I could have it wrong but that is how I remember it.
I think thats pretty close! I remember that I hated doing genetics equations!
Its the testosterone that ultimately does the folicles in. Alas!
It has been so long since I did those punit (sp?) squares that I am sure they have changed. Although I just found out my brother has a dark beard. I want to know how he ended up with red hair and a dark beard and I have black hair and a red (and sadly grey) beard.
I am sure that there is something clever and smart___ed to say here....
Somebody? Anybody...?
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:36 PM
oh good lord
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 05:39 PM
no, that's not it.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 06:12 PM
Never heard a carpet/drapes comment directed at a guy before...
Don't really want to either.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 06:18 PM
Never heard a carpet/drapes comment directed at a guy before...
Don't really want to either.
Yeah, that was it.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 06:39 PM
Just throw 70% of your wieght on a bench press and we will call it even. I just threw the 70% out there because the motion does seem to lift 100% of a person's weight, but someone might have a more accurate value.
If he throws 70% of his weight on the cyst it will break and then he can go back to the challenge.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 07:07 PM
You know I'm in.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 07:28 PM
Just throw 70% of your wieght on a bench press and we will call it even. I just threw the 70% out there because the motion does seem to lift 100% of a person's weight, but someone might have a more accurate value.
If he throws 70% of his weight on the cyst it will break and then he can go back to the challenge.
True story. I've done it many, many times. The nurse at my first college, who told me about the cyst, told me to lay my hand flat on a table and hit my wrist with a textbook to break the cyst.
It just hurts like hello when it breaks!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 07:34 PM
Have an ex that had one that liked to hang out between the two bones in her forearm, would grow to the point that it would fracture them if not smashed prior to! She would never let me do the smashing, probably for the best. I may have enjoyed it too much!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 09:43 PM
Just throw 70% of your wieght on a bench press and we will call it even. I just threw the 70% out there because the motion does seem to lift 100% of a person's weight, but someone might have a more accurate value.
If he throws 70% of his weight on the cyst it will break and then he can go back to the challenge.
True story. I've done it many, many times. The nurse at my first college, who told me about the cyst, told me to lay my hand flat on a table and hit my wrist with a textbook to break the cyst.
It just hurts like hello when it breaks!
I guess we could have done that for lunch instead...
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 10:01 PM
That could have been an interesting conversation.
So, how was your....THWACK....Christmas?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 10:09 PM
I "fixed" mine rollercrashing.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 10:48 PM
I am very late to the thread, but would definitely like to join in beginning 1/1/12.
I'm sure pushups will be a challenge for me, but I'm up for trying! Thanks!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/11 11:01 PM
Yippee BurntSienna!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 02:14 PM
I am very late to the thread, but would definitely like to join in beginning 1/1/12.
I'm sure pushups will be a challenge for me, but I'm up for trying! Thanks!
Nobody is late to this thread!! Join in and have fun with it!!
Posted By: esks
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 02:39 PM
I'm in too!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 03:00 PM
Yes! Way to go esks!!!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:02 PM
I'm in. We don't start til the 1st right?
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:16 PM
In too...just can't remember if I posted that in here!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:09 PM
Its Kitten's party, but yes, one pushup on 01/01/2012!
I think everybody, regardless of where you are or who you are with or what you are wearing (or not), should get down and do one pushup at 12:00:01!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:11 PM
Totally doing that...1 push up at 12:00:01! IT will be a pushup flash mob or something like that
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:14 PM
I'll be sleeping.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:15 PM
Totally doing that...1 push up at 12:00:01! IT will be a pushup flash mob or something like that
Some may be flashing more than others! Some of those NYE gowns are pretty....ummm...breezy!
The men of America can thank me later! LOL
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:16 PM
Set your alarm, roll over and do a pushup! You never know where that might lead!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:18 PM
Totally doing that...1 push up at 12:00:01! IT will be a pushup flash mob or something like that
Some may be flashing more than others! Some of those NYE gowns are pretty....ummm...breezy!
The men of America can thank me later! LOL
Could be quite a show!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:28 PM
Totally doing that...1 push up at 12:00:01! IT will be a pushup flash mob or something like that
Some may be flashing more than others! Some of those NYE gowns are pretty....ummm...breezy!
The men of America can thank me later! LOL
Could be quite a show!
Pictures!! We could all post pics on the already-in-place BOL Orny FB page thingy!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:42 PM
So one only has to do one, right?
I might be able to swing that.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:46 PM
You can't start making excuses on the first second of the new year!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:51 PM
The excuse had already been made, in 2011.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 04:51 PM
This is a leap year so it will be more challenging than last year.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 05:00 PM
This is a leap year so it will be more challenging than last year.
Yeah, February is going to be tough!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 05:37 PM
Totally doing that...1 push up at 12:00:01! IT will be a pushup flash mob or something like that
Some may be flashing more than others! Some of those NYE gowns are pretty....ummm...breezy!
The men of America can thank me later! LOL
Could be quite a show!
Pictures!! We could all post pics on the already-in-place BOL Orny FB page thingy!
What a great idea!! ::makes note to wear pants on NYE::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 05:34 PM
Pictures!! We could all post pics on the already-in-place BOL Orny FB page thingy!
What a great idea!! ::makes note to wear pants on NYE::
:Steals that note and replaces it with "New Year's Resolution - Don't wear pants":
I should look for this FB page, sounds like a hip, happening joint!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 05:37 PM
Can we at least wait for spring to go pantsless??
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 05:59 PM
:Steals that note and replaces it with "New Year's Resolution - Don't wear pants":
Depending on how the evening goes... well, nevermind.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 10:10 PM
:Steals that note and replaces it with "New Year's Resolution - Don't wear pants":
Depending on how the evening goes... well, nevermind.
*** Waiting for the requisite "How you doin?"***
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 10:37 PM
:Steals that note and replaces it with "New Year's Resolution - Don't wear pants":
Depending on how the evening goes... well, nevermind.
I'll skip the "how you doin'" and go straight to "post pics on FB".
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 10:44 PM
Agreed. I must find this page! My mission for the night.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/28/11 11:57 PM
::ahem::
Push ups? We are talking about push ups, right???
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 02:18 AM
I think I might seriously post the pushup photo on fb.
Disclaimer: I will be fully clothed.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 02:28 PM
I think I might seriously post the pushup photo on fb.
Teaser: I will not be fully clothed.
Fixed.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 02:37 PM
Maybe we should make it a pushup and pullup challenge. One pullup for every week, or two pullups a week. Not one every day. All of a sudden compilance officers around the world would be huge.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 02:50 PM
I'll post a pic. But yes, I too will be fully clothed and in my right mind. I like the pull up add on. I could probably do a half a pull up and work from there.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 02:51 PM
Don't feel bad Bec. My gf is a really athletic girl. In her 30s she can still do 6 minute miles. She was given a D-1 scholarship to play tennis and given the option to turn pro. She cannot do 1 pullup. Her pushups look pretty bad too.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 03:07 PM
::ahem::
Push ups? We are talking about push ups, right???
YUP! But who says that they have to be a solo effort!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 03:11 PM
::ahem::
Push ups? We are talking about push ups, right???
YUP! But who says that they have to be a solo effort!
I would hope that most of us can do at least 50 without help.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 03:13 PM
I'm adding sit ups...I can't do a pull up to save my life.
What's all this picture nonsense? Are you thinking along the lines of before/after? Gentleman...no naked or pantless comments necessary. K? Thanks.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 03:20 PM
I'll post a pic. But yes, I too will be fully clothed and in my right mind. I like the pull up add on. I could probably do a half a pull up and work from there.
What Mod said! Just stick with it, you will get them down!
People used to do pullups because there weren't gyms and fancy equipment. In wrestling we had to do the (ugh) pegboard from Heck!
I guess since we (humans) came out the trees, there just hasnt been a lot of desire to go back up! I've just been doing them since I was a kid (Dad's fault), like a lot of other relics.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 03:23 PM
I'm adding sit ups...I can't do a pull up to save my life.
What's all this picture nonsense? Are you thinking along the lines of before/after? Gentleman...no naked or pantless comments necessary. K? Thanks.
You are capable of pullups. Never saw you not accomplish what you set your mind to.
Use the machine at the gym or get someone to give mild assistance or find a bar that is only 3ft off the ground and do them with your feet out in front and your body straight. there is always a way.
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 03:47 PM
I'm in for the push-ups. My shoulders are a mess so the pull-ups are out. Still thinking about the shirtless picture on facebook.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:03 PM
I don't have a pull-up bar (or a gym membership) so I'm limited to push-ups. I'd do a plank challenge though!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:00 PM
My PT would be more in favor of planks than sit ups.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:00 PM
Maybe we should make it a pushup and pullup challenge. One pullup for every week, or two pullups a week. Not one every day. All of a sudden compilance officers around the world would be huge.
Shut your dirty mouth!! No pullups for me. lol
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:19 PM
In wrestling we had to do the (ugh) pegboard from Heck!
That just brought back a flashback from elementary school and the pegboard. Tried the pull ups again at the gym yesterday...ow...still can't do more than seven without flailing like a dying fish. And for Jen no naked remarks...but that leaves topless before and after pictures wide open.....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:21 PM
My PT would be more in favor of planks than sit ups.
For good reason!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:23 PM
In wrestling we had to do the (ugh) pegboard from Heck!
That just brought back a flashback from elementary school and the pegboard. Tried the pull ups again at the gym yesterday...ow...still can't do more than seven without flailing like a dying fish. And for Jen no naked remarks...but that leaves topless before and after pictures wide open..... Nobody says they have to be pretty to start with!
I am avoiding the other subject out of self preservation.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:30 PM
For those who care, those who successfully complete the pushup challenge will have completed 67,161 pushups next year.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:32 PM
That's a ton of pushups!
There is a peg board a the climbing gym. Blows my mind to see those guys use that thing!! Man I miss climbing.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:34 PM
That's a ton of pushups!
There is a peg board a the climbing gym. Blows my mind to see those guys use that thing!! Man I miss climbing.
If we go with the assumption that a pushup is 60% of body weight, for me it would be 8,462,246 lbs to be exact or 4,231 tons.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:45 PM
Ok Mod, you made me have to check it.....
8,865,252 ibs or 4,432.63 tons
Well...its a goal!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 05:00 PM
My PT would be more in favor of planks than sit ups.
For good reason!
are these the same planks used to grill Salmon?
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:49 PM
Ok Mod, you made me have to check it.....
8,865,252 ibs or 4,432.63 tons
Well...its a goal!
You are going to have to be wayyyyyyy stronger, to lift an extraw 20 tons.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:53 PM
Ok Mod, you made me have to check it.....
8,865,252 ibs or 4,432.63 tons
Well...its a goal!
You are going to have to be wayyyyyyy stronger, to lift an extraw 20 tons.
I will eat my Wheaties! And take vitamins, and soy milk and minerals....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 04:54 PM
Ok, first of all, I could not find this amazing FB page everyone keeps talking about. I searched for it in every way I could think of! Someone help me?
Second, I say push-up and pull-up is great! 52 on the final week of the year...that sounds like a serious challenge! And wouldn't all compliance people be immensely more effective if we looked like we could tear people in half?? (maybe we should all try expensing a gym membership!)
Third, don't do sit-ups, they're a huge waste of time! All sorts of studies in the past few years have shown that they are about the worst "core" exercise you can do since they don't target enough of your abs. You'd be better off doing planks (the highest recommended core workout currently) or any number of other things.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 05:01 PM
And wouldn't all compliance people be immensely more effective if we looked like we could tear people in half?? (maybe we should all try expensing a gym membership!)
I doubt any amount of intimidation would be sufficient to cut through the ego of some loan officers.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 05:04 PM
As a former loan officer I resemble that remark!! Actually, i'm so by the book compliance never had any reason to tear me in 1/2.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 05:27 PM
Okay, what are planks? Or should I just Google it.....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 05:20 PM
Google it. There are many variations.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 05:23 PM
Okay, what are planks? Or should I just Google it.....
they are these wooden things, but thats not important now....Shirley!
Its kind of a static pushup. Several versions, but the most common is to put your elbows on the ground and toes on the ground with your body extended and toatally rigid. Now just stay there, for as long as you can....forever!
Well, the first 2 minutes that you do it will feel like forever.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 06:12 PM
To complement my "perfect pushup" purchase, perhaps I'll add "The Perfect Pullup". For core, I have a Chuck Norris Total Gym knockoff that I have yet to put to good use.
I will be taking a "before" pic, topless, and I will wait to post that until I take the "after" pic, topless, next January.
In true "before and after" pic fashion, I will not smile or shave for the before pic, but I will be very happy, flexing and will have shaved my chest for the after pic.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 06:29 PM
And don't forget the oil.
So, I just tried to "plank" for 40 seconds. No big deal. Tried again for 60 seconds and started to feel the "burn." Would have tried longer, but I was worried someone would open the door to my office and whack me in the head.......
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 06:19 PM
You could put your feet against the doo....
Nevermind!
Good Luck!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 06:41 PM
Der...never even thought of that! The next challenge is to try these at home without the dogs getting in my face....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 06:40 PM
Hey, if you're distracted, you won't be focused on the time or the fact that your arms are shaking like there's a 8.5 earthquake going on. Maybe it'll help!
Make sure to try to flex your core while doing it, and focus on form, you want your body to be a straight line, not sagging in the middle!
You can also do side planks, they're a bit trickier to hold though.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 08:21 PM
Side planks are much more challenging. I do what I would call a "standard" plank in a push-up position (arms fully extended).
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:03 PM
When I was a kid (Jr. High and High School), I would "plank" on a railing. I would push my elbows into my ribs while gripping the railing. I was just doing it to do it...didn't know I was "planking".
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:07 PM
I'm with Matt! Only I start shaking within 30 seconds. then it goes away for about 1.5 minutes. Then it comes back until I'm done.
Its fun to watch little kids watch me and the inevitible question..."Watcha doin?"
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:28 PM
Try a side plank with your upper leg lifted and your upper arm reaching for the sky.
Hot yoga rocks.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:16 PM
Try a side plank with your upper leg lifted and your upper arm reaching for the sky.
Hot yoga rocks.
That will look totally undignified!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:23 PM
Horizontal jumping jacks! In my mind, that seems like it would be something much more entertaining than what you describe though.
I have done those, but it's not hot when I do. I guess I do cold yoga?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:29 PM
Horizontal jumping jacks! In my mind, that seems like it would be something much more entertaining than what you describe though.
I have done those, but it's not hot when I do. I guess I do cold yoga?
Thats because you dont look like Jen! (which for you is a good thing)
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:35 PM
If you did, I'd totally hit on you.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 09:38 PM
That's true. I've never tried on yoga pants, I have a feeling I'd be pretty hot in them though!
And I'm glad that I don't, I get hit on by enough guys as it is!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 11:00 PM
That's true. I've never tried on yoga pants, I have a feeling I'd be pretty hot in them though!
And I'm glad that I don't, I get hit on by enough guys as it is!
How YOU doin?
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/29/11 10:55 PM
If you did, I'd totally hit on you.
You would hit on a telephone pole.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 12:09 AM
That's true. I've never tried on yoga pants, I have a feeling I'd be pretty hot in them though!
And I'm glad that I don't, I get hit on by enough guys as it is!
How YOU doin?
Still looking for this supposed FB page! I want to go sit there and wait for the hot female (pantsless) pics to show up!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 12:56 AM
If you did, I'd totally hit on you.
You would hit on a telephone pole.
This needed a spew warning. Point CheekEE!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 03:04 PM
That's true. I've never tried on yoga pants, I have a feeling I'd be pretty hot in them though!
And I'm glad that I don't, I get hit on by enough guys as it is!
I would recommend hanging out at different places.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 03:34 PM
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME PUSH-UPS?!?!?!
We start on Sunday!
That will be week 1, day 1.
I'll be giving weeks and days for those of you who want to modify the challenge and do it by weeks instead.
That is how I'm going to be doing my plank challenge - first week, start with XX seconds. Second week, add XX more seconds, etc.
I highly recommend taking before pictures. No one has to see them. It will be great to track progress.
Remember, this is a judgement-free zone. Post your successes and ask for encouragement.
Weeeeeeee Can Doooooooo Iiiiiiiiittttt!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 03:21 PM
That's true. I've never tried on yoga pants, I have a feeling I'd be pretty hot in them though!
And I'm glad that I don't, I get hit on by enough guys as it is!
I would recommend hanging out at different places.
Do you have a hole in your yoga pants?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 03:23 PM
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME PUSH-UPS?!?!?!
We start on Sunday!
That will be week 1, day 1.
I'll be giving weeks and days for those of you who want to modify the challenge and do it by weeks instead.
That is how I'm going to be doing my plank challenge - first week, start with XX seconds. Second week, add XX more seconds, etc.
I highly recommend taking before pictures. No one has to see them. It will be great to track progress.
Remember, this is a judgement-free zone. Post your successes and ask for encouragement.
Weeeeeeee Can Doooooooo Iiiiiiiiittttt!!!
Kit, this is so great! Thanks for this idea!!!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 03:47 PM
That is how I'm going to be doing my plank challenge - first week, start with XX seconds. Second week, add XX more seconds, etc.
I think I am going to add on 5 seconds each time I workout (3x a week). I know I can do a minute in the standard pushup pose, but not nearly as long in side plank. I may just start shorter in both poses to keep the times consistent... might have to write times down to keep track!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 03:36 PM
I'm ready Tri-Kit!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 03:39 PM
I would really like to start back on handstand pushups, but if my orthopod finds out, he's gonna reposses all those screws in my shoulder!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 04:44 PM
Show off
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 04:51 PM
I took before pics last night. Holy carp, I'm fat!!
Anyway, I got out the "Perfect pushup" thingies and tried them out. They are going to work very well for me. I'm going to try to go at my own pace and hope that it is well ahead of what the challenge requires. I plan on getting a calendar to track what I actually do and simply check off that it is as much as the challenge requires each day. 2 sets of 5 this morning to try out the "Perfect Pushup" handles.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 04:52 PM
If you did, I'd totally hit on you.
You would hit on a telephone pole.
This needed a spew warning. Point CheekEE!
What can I say, I like 'em tall.
Hi, Jen.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:18 PM
2 sets of 5 this morning to try out the "Perfect Pushup" handles.
::high five::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:18 PM
True, true...every word true!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:19 PM
2 sets of 5 this morning to try out the "Perfect Pushup" handles.
::high five::
Yay Mani! Grrrrrrr!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:19 PM
Kind of hard for your chest to touch the floor with handstand pushups.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:20 PM
So when are we starting this... the second, the third?
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:23 PM
I am going to start the 29th of December 2012, with 1.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:29 PM
Kind of hard for your chest to touch the floor with handstand pushups.
Go for the nose, not the chest. To actually be effective anything past 45 degress and done slowly will work pretty well.
Its really funny (ok cruel) to watch young guys (and I mean teens) try them for the first time after watching and old fahrt do them....FACE PLANT! (sorry, that's mean)
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:38 PM
Kind of hard for your chest to touch the floor with handstand pushups.
Go for the nose, not the chest. To actually be effective anything past 45 degress and done slowly will work pretty well.
Its really funny (ok cruel) to watch young guys (and I mean teens) try them for the first time after watching and old fahrt do them....FACE PLANT! (sorry, that's mean)
Challenge accepted.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:41 PM
Matt, I know you are altletic and strong, but start slow and cautious. You will get the hang of it in no time. It is an incredible shoulder excercise and will involve the triceps some too! Also, people at the gym are going to look!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:59 PM
::looks::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:48 PM
Looks not ogle! LOL!
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:50 PM
I just finished some sandwich curles to get the burn started.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:51 PM
Well, I work out at work, and would prefer none of them be looking, but that should be find since most of them are still sleeping when I'm in here.
I've had to take it easy recently, I messed up my collar bone and have had it put back into the proper position a few times now, so I've been hesitant to do too much, but I'm ready to test the waters a bit too. I have tried them before, but the last time I did, I had a decent amount more weight on me, so it should certainly be easier now!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:52 PM
Looks not ogle! LOL!
You hush! She can do whatever she wants.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/11 05:52 PM
banking can be a rough place
Posted By: Tigg
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/01/12 12:47 AM
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME PUSH-UPS?!?!?!
We start on Sunday!
That will be week 1, day 1.
I'll be giving weeks and days for those of you who want to modify the challenge and do it by weeks instead.
That is how I'm going to be doing my plank challenge - first week, start with XX seconds. Second week, add XX more seconds, etc.
I highly recommend taking before pictures. No one has to see them. It will be great to track progress.
Remember, this is a judgement-free zone. Post your successes and ask for encouragement.
Weeeeeeee Can Doooooooo Iiiiiiiiittttt!!!
So excited!
. Bring on the New Year!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/01/12 09:01 PM
I didn't do it at midnight like I had intended, but I did it this morning when I woke up at least! Happy 1st day!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/12 04:07 PM
I did my first at about 1:30 in the morning on New Years Day. It ended up being about five pushups because the hubs couldn't work my phone's camera
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/12 10:00 PM
I had six ham sandwiches on New Years Eve.
They were made with relatively small rolls though.
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 12:46 PM
OK...so I've already cheated. I did 7 today.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 12:40 PM
Posted By: Tigg
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 01:00 PM
<---has not cheated.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 12:59 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 02:41 PM
If that's cheating, I need to be bumped forward to mid-February to be on track!
I did attempt to to mine as handstand pushups this morning, after I did my regular set for the day. Let's just say I was happy to get from a headstand up to a handstand, then promptly fall over. I've got a ways to go, but can do a 45 degree angle, with my feet up on the bench-press bar fairly easily.
I'm starting a new set of workouts next week, and may start doing some two-a-days, throwing some of the Insanity DVD's back into the mix. They're intense, but pretty repetitive after a few weeks.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 03:38 PM
Love my Insanity but my DVD's have been on lent out to a couple of different people. I love to see how sore they are after the first day. tee hee hee
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 03:50 PM
my armpits hurt today
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 03:54 PM
Feel the burn Mani! Just think, in another 6 months, you'll be doing these suckers with one arm and both of the pups sitting on your back!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 03:57 PM
It hurt to do 3 today, I may have to do two sets of two tomorrow, about 8 hours apart...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 03:57 PM
You realize that's an extra 115 pounds, right??????
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 03:57 PM
Pushups, planks and side planks = done.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 04:23 PM
You realize that's an extra 115 pounds, right??????
Only? Ok, you may need to get a third!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 04:26 PM
My arms are screaming at the thought
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 04:28 PM
We started in our department on New Years Day. Decided we would start the first week with 10 each day then add 2 per week. This would give us a little over 100 by year end. The 365 by year end didn't seem realistic to some. So anything is better than nothing. Any good ideas for core strenghtening aside from planks?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 05:17 PM
Any good ideas for core strenghtening aside from planks?
Where's BB1 when we need him???
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 05:43 PM
OK, I'm gonna take a pick tonight and start with one. Some I'ma couple days late...so shoot me
So tongihts plan is.... Zumba dvd and ONE pushup. I think I can manage
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 05:50 PM
Tons of great stuff out there, of course everyone has their own opinions on this. The general agreement is that exercises that work multiple parts of you are far better than anything that isolates a specific group. Depending on age, gender, level of physical activity, equipment availability, etc. there are different answers to the question.
General resources are reputable sites associated with established publications like Men's/Women's Health, Runner's World, several educational sites that specialize in sports medicine, there are all kinds of places to look, and many of their recommendations will overlap.
You will want to search for things specific to you, especially if you have any back issues etc. But many core workouts are not dependant on equipment and really only require your body and some floor space. I'm a fan of the P90X Ab Ripper dvd, it's a great overall workout that only takes about 15 minutes to leave you feeling like a horse just trampled your stomach...but that can be a bit intense for some.
Just don't go and do 50 sit-ups or crunches, that's a huge waste of time.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 05:55 PM
Any good ideas for core strenghtening aside from planks?
Where's BB1 when we need him???
He's basking in the afterglow of a glorious victory!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 07:56 PM
Dancing also is a good core workout.
Just saying
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:03 PM
I've heard several say that pole dancing classes did amazing things for them...
If there's some sort of piano recital type event at the end where you show off what your learned, I'm sure we could pack the house! To be supportive and all, ya know
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:04 PM
I've heard several say that pole dancing classes did amazing things for them...
this is too easy
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:04 PM
seeing how big of a stack of Pringles you can shove in your pie hole all at once really works the jaw muscles
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:11 PM
I now have the daily peer pressure of running a 10 miler in April. Oh goody!
I
am
so
bad
at
saying
no.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:16 PM
how YOU doin?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:26 PM
Nice! It's good to have goals, I'm training based on what I have coming up. Stinks that it'll be rough to prepare for with all the cold weather to deal with though.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:28 PM
I need a new goal. I've decided to NOT do the Tri-for-a-Cure again this year. I think it's a great event, and I had a blast, but I want to try something else now.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:35 PM
recliner marathon
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:38 PM
You'll be tough to beat.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:40 PM
I have been training for a long time.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:41 PM
I need a new goal. I've decided to NOT do the Tri-for-a-Cure again this year. I think it's a great event, and I had a blast, but I want to try something else now.
Any of the crazy new race trends might be worth looking at. Warrior Dash, Spartan Race, Tough Mudder etc. I thought about working my way through the shorter ones to build up to the tough mudder, but then just decided to skip them. Not sure what's going to happen, just hope I finish in the top 50%!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:42 PM
1. Buy a recliner
2. Buy 10 cases of beer
3. stock up on doritos, cheetos, and nutty bars
4. start training
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:43 PM
don't forget extra batteries for the remote
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:43 PM
I need a new goal. I've decided to NOT do the Tri-for-a-Cure again this year. I think it's a great event, and I had a blast, but I want to try something else now.
Any of the crazy new race trends might be worth looking at. Warrior Dash, Spartan Race, Tough Mudder etc. I thought about working my way through the shorter ones to build up to the tough mudder, but then just decided to skip them. Not sure what's going to happen, just hope I finish in the top 50%!
A couple of guys here are doing a mudder this summer. I'm thinking of going to tailgate.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:44 PM
don't forget extra batteries for the remote
I *knew* I forgot something.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:46 PM
You can tailgate after the race! Come on, it's gonna be fun!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 08:47 PM
I'll have to check into it....
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 09:44 PM
Tailgating for the recliner races?? SA-WHEEET!!!
::sticks keg-a-rator in the back of the pick-up::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 09:45 PM
^^^^^^ and she lifted it up there herself.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 09:47 PM
::flexes::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 10:50 PM
::faints::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/12 10:59 PM
:Pours water on JBob: Wake up! I'm heading downstairs for round two, and you're going with me! 2 miles, pause every quarter for 10 push-ups. We're going to get you ripped!
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 11:33 AM
^^^extreme trainer!^^^
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 12:30 PM
Week 1, Day 4!
How is everyone doing? Still sort of easy?
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 01:05 PM
Very easy. I have doubled the daily count for a bit, so today I did 8. Still not feeling anything! Should I be?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 12:56 PM
I don't know if there is a "should be".
But if you want to feel something, try doing a different form.
In other words, if you are doing them on your knees, do them "regular" form. Or scorpion-like, like that bad-a.s.s. Boatn does them.
Or with your feet on an exercise ball.
Posted By: Tigg
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 01:21 PM
SFSG
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 01:32 PM
Decided to do 10 a day, adding 10 every month. Hubby decided to join me, and then we decided to add an ab "thing" to it also... So 10 push ups, and 10 ab-somethings, (today was the bicycle kind from the P90X video that we never got around to doing...)
It's only been a few days and I can do the 10 all at once now, (1st and 2nd I had to put my knee down a few times.) I'm excited for this now!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 01:25 PM
Awesome, CAC! You go! (And your husband too!)
This is what's so great. You can adapt it to your life and what works for you.
Brilliant.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 01:56 PM
In other words, if you are doing them on your knees, do them "regular" form. Or scorpion-like,
Is this done while listening to Rock You Like A Hurricane?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 01:45 PM
I ♥ the Scorps.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 01:58 PM
<<< scorpio
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 02:46 PM
Matt, watch it buddy. When I was your age....
Okay, I won't go there. Sprints, pushups, Up-Downs, all with no break, followed immediately by 2 miles in the school hallway (we had a center courtyard and a square hallway system).
Okay, I went there.
Thanks for waking me up, though. So, my arm is feeling better, and my body is remembering the pushup form. Yesterday, I did 3, then 4, then 5 and finished with 6 last night.
This morning, I did 6, then 7. I'll fit some in this evening. I am using the "Perfect Pushup", and it is helping with my wrist issues. I'm feeling good about this.
While I'm not going to post my before picture (it's pretty bad), I plan to take progress pics at the end of each month. Hopefully, when Dec 31 comes around, I'll have 13 pics to share with an amazing result.
Now, how about that "before" pic that Dip posted?
::loosens tie....swoons::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 02:57 PM
It was almost 10 years ago when I was doing those workouts...pretty sure I couldn't keep up with it today, but in a few more months I might be closer. Glad to hear you haven't fallen apart yet! Ended up heading outside, the "gym" was occupied. Did 1.5 and my nose felt like it was going to fall off my face, it was back below 20 by then, and my conditioning for cold air breathing is not where it should be! Still, got in more than enough push-ups for the day, and this morning again.
Feels like I've done enough work for one day, I should just go home and fall back asleep!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:18 PM
I overslept today and didn't get my run in
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:19 PM
been doing my push ups everyday like I'm supposed to...
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:35 PM
this is turning into the biggest loser....
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:32 PM
No one gets voted off here, though.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:37 PM
No losing!! We are all winners!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:42 PM
I'm feeling pressure to post a 'before' pic
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:48 PM
DO IT!
I knwo I'm not in any shape right now, but I was sad by how hard 3 pushups was last ngiht
Glad I decided to do this afterall! Mayeb I shoudl try them girl style on my knees. Last ngiht I did them from on my toes, the onyl way I ever used to do them, btu mayeb I need to work up to that...cuz I really doubt I'll be able to do 4 tongiht the regular way
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 03:49 PM
Do y'all read blogs? Annie, the woman who started all this gave permission to post her blog. I can post the link here, or cut/paste.
Or I can just post it on the FB page.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 04:26 PM
<<< scorpio
<--ditto (sting!)
So...can planks work the lower abs, like #5 & #6...if they're there...somewhere....? There's the residual beer belly pooch that needs to go away.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 04:19 PM
I'm feeling pressure to post a 'before' pic
Nobody would complain...
But no reason to feel pressure! You got the push-up pics, that's good enough. I thought about snapping one last night in my under armor shirt and tights before I went out for a run, but my sense of decency prevented it!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 04:53 PM
Matt,
I thank your sense of decency.
Mani,
No pressure, of course. In fact, I'm deliberately NOT posting mine because I'm THAT embarassed and am looking forward to posting a 13 pic montage with a nice result in the end.
Dip,
You're actually in very good shape. The toning and strengthening that will result with the pushups and exercise that you're doing will show up by you being in excellent athletic shape in the end. I can already visualize the 6-8 pack that will likely be yours in a matter of months. Take your time and do what you can, how you can. You'll be fine.
Posted By: Sewanee, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 05:09 PM
OK - I'm very late to this party, but think I'll try as well. It will be good motivation.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 05:20 PM
Dip is HOT!!
And very brave to post a pic like that!!
I thought of joining her but don't want to turn it into a competition like that. She looks great and I'm going to stick with my push up pic.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 05:23 PM
OK - I'm very late to this party, but think I'll try as well. It will be good motivation.
You aren't late at all!!! So glad you are joining.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 05:40 PM
I was sabotaged with pics from kms and Munque on the beach at Port Aransas a few months back. No more pics of old men with muffin tops and moobs!
I am with the Dipster on doing 4. I am going to have to split them into 2 sets of 2, with a rest inbetween.
:P
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 05:30 PM
Do one an hour for four hours if you have to.
You have all day to do them.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 07:00 PM
Pale posted his before photo...thankfully he had his sports bra on...been a long time that I've seen a man outside the french quarter sporting C-cup cleavage...
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 07:11 PM
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 08:12 PM
Have any of you had any walking challenges. We want to start one using pedometers but not sure where the initial goal should be set.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 08:27 PM
I have one set for myself. But it's a year long challenge, so I don't know if it would be what you are looking for.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 08:45 PM
I have one set for myself. But it's a year long challenge, so I don't know if it would be what you are looking for.
Her boots were made for walking....puss in boots.....
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 08:35 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 09:06 PM
Have any of you had any walking challenges. We want to start one using pedometers but not sure where the initial goal should be set.
I've seen a lot challenges where people (or teams) "walk" the distance to somewhere. So, let's say, who can walk from New York City, NY to Knoxville, TN the fastest? So people will track how many miles they walk and the first person/team to "reach Knoxville", or walk 707 miles, is the winner.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 10:10 PM
I did one like that before. We did it walking from branch to branch. HQ to Branch A was X. Then A to B, etc.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/04/12 10:18 PM
I may do some Woking tonight, I'm in the mood for Chinese
Posted By: Sewanee, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 01:15 AM
OK - just tried the wall push-ups. Did 20. Goal for tomorrow -21!
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 11:44 AM
Double plus 2, I did 12. Feeling good about myself for actually committing!
Posted By: Sewanee, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:05 PM
Did 21 wall pushups this morning! Didn't someone say the wall ones are still good to do?
I find them so much easier because gravity isn't pulling on my big ole mid-section. Goal is to eventually include knee push-ups - maybe even toe ones.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:11 PM
Anything that even vaguely resembles a push-up counts.
Leaning against the wall
leaning against the counter
on your knees
full body straight
scorpion (*side-eye at Boatn*)
handstand
Feet on an exercise ball
It all counts.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:30 PM
Two sets of 8 this morning, but I did wake up pretty sore from the last two days' increase. This time, though, it was the GOOD kind of sore.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:34 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:36 PM
Are you supposed to do planks on your elbows or with your arms fully extended? Or, rather, which is more challenging?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:38 PM
Elbows is much more difficult, IMO.
I am doing them on my elbows.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:40 PM
Did my pushups, planks (on elbows) and abs. Going to the gym after work today to get my cardio in and some weight training.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 02:53 PM
^^^^^^ bad a.s.s.
Posted By: PATSGirl74
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:12 PM
OK HELP - I have no idea how to count ..... wow that sounds really bad from a banker.
Am I supposed to be doing the date # of pushups each day or adding the date # of each day on top of the prevous # ????
For instance today I would have counted like this
01/01 = 1pushup
01/02 = 2 +1 (from 01/01) = do 3 pushups
01/03 = 3 +3(01/01 & 01/02) = do 6
01/04 = 4 +6 = do 10
TODAY = 5 + 10 = do 15 pushups today
PLEASE tell me becasue if I can do 5 rather than 15 I would so rather ; )
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:15 PM
Sorry, hun. No. You do the number of the day. So today you will do 5. Tomorrow 6.
Bless your heart if you were doing cumulative. Take the day off and do 6 tomorrow.
Posted By: PATSGirl74
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:17 PM
Thank You ~ from the bottom of my heart & everywhere else that is sore. I was starting to think WOW I'm going to do way more than 365 in a year .....DUH that's why they movbed me fromthe teller line to Compliance {{ just let her look at paperwork, no cash in her hands LOL }}
Sorry, hun. No. You do the number of the day. So today you will do 5. Tomorrow 6.
Bless your heart if you were doing cumulative. Take the day off and do 6 tomorrow.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:21 PM
LOL!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:30 PM
PATS, keep in mind that the count continues month to month. Feb 1 = 32, Feb 29 = 60, Dec 31 = 366.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:35 PM
Exactly. I will post the numbers after January so no one else has to worry about it.
Thanks for that, JBB.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:36 PM
ACK!! I forgot to do them this morning!!!
Better get busy down here on my cubie floor.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:39 PM
what is planking?
seriously, I have no idea
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:42 PM
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:43 PM
Well, that was for our purposes. However there is also:
http://www.planking.me/
Posted By: PATSGirl74
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 03:54 PM
Don't worry Peeps ~ Seriously I don't know how to count so no worries here LOL
what is planking?
seriously, I have no idea
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:01 PM
My daughter tells me that people can get arrested for planking.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:03 PM
I've heard that too.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:03 PM
Alright I am switching back to elbows. The other way was just too easy and I didn't feel any burn.
Thanks doods!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:06 PM
I always do them with straight arms so I guess I will try elbows too.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:07 PM
So is the planking you're speaking of here the planking I'm thinking of.....where people just lay like a board?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:08 PM
There's both. You can be our recliner planking champ!!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:09 PM
now that I can handle!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:12 PM
In simple terms, yes. The "planking" phenomenon that was hitting Facebook and whatever social media are out there was more akin to finding odd places to do it, snap a picture and post it...edge of a pool table, on top of the jukebox, with the Grand Canyon in the background, etc. Likely, the arrests were of people doing it where it was dangerous to do so or where they were trespassing.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:12 PM
ok, I opened Kitten's link..........I'll stick to strengthening my core by downing bags of Funyuns
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:20 PM
I love Funyuns. They are so gross and rip the roof of your mouth to shreds, but when I start eating them, I can't stop!
It's like they are coated with crack.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:30 PM
they also cause a burn.........in your core
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:38 PM
True dat! ^^^^
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 04:57 PM
Elbows is definitely tougher, but if you're doing it after your push-ups, it may feel easier than trying to do them on your hands! I can always feel it while I'm doing it, but never feel it later on...it has caused me to not be very interested in doing them. I really like to wake up the next day and feel the proof that I whooped up on myself the prior day, gives me motivation!
It's so ridiculously nice, I might go for a second run after work tonight! I went Tuesday night and it was 20, tonight will be over 50!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 05:24 PM
HASHAHAHAHA!!! I like the teeny bopper's Walmart planking.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 05:33 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 05:48 PM
Kit, this is the first time your avatar has actually moved on my end. As a picture I thought it was great, as a .gif, I can't stop watching! That little furball is my hero.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 05:59 PM
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 06:18 PM
Kit, this is the first time your avatar has actually moved on my end. As a picture I thought it was great, as a .gif, I can't stop watching! That little furball is my hero.
Xactly! I started typing the same response, but never hit submit.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 06:07 PM
It's for motivation!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 06:09 PM
Part of my weight training is to do 20 push-ups every other day. I'm waiting for y'all to catch up to me.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 06:45 PM
With Examiners in the building, I haven't had a chance to post (or breathe... or go to the restroom...).
I am proud to say I've done my pushups every day. This morning was difficult! I'm getting stronger by the day. Thank you for inspiring me!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 06:38 PM
::high five::
Way to go BurntSienna!!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 07:11 PM
My daughter tells me that people can get arrested for planking.
Only if done correctly.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 08:02 PM
Push-ups against an examiner: does it count?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 08:03 PM
Does it in any way resemble a push up?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 08:09 PM
And can it be done every day? I hope not...
If so, you might want to unchain them and let them out of the closet before someone comes looking for them!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 08:09 PM
Push-ups against an examiner: does it count?
I have yet to meet one that I would even consider pushing up against.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 08:12 PM
<-------training to become an examiner....
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 08:50 PM
Push-ups against an examiner: does it count?
I have yet to meet one that I would even consider pushing up against.
I was thinking more of a wall type push-up (shove) and perhaps a couple flights of stairs....
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/05/12 08:53 PM
Push-ups against an examiner: does it count?
You need to have two examiners with their faces on the floor and your hands on the back of their heads to make this work properly. There have been a room full of them next door to me for nearly a month, I'm a little cranky.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 01:11 PM
It's day 6! We've made it to almost the end of the first week. Is it still okay for everyone?
Sunday is the start of Week 2. So if you are doing pushups or planks or something else by week, get ready to increase the number or time on SUnday. If I think of it, I'll pop in here for a reminder.
Reminder: you don't have to do them all in one go. Some of us are farther along, strength-wise, than others. Split today up into 2 sets of 3 or 3 sets of 2. As the number gets higher, split them up into sets of 10 or 20.
We don't want anyone getting hurt, or discouraged.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 01:43 PM
Reached my first set goal (10) this morning and did two sets, the 2nd of which was very difficult to finish. Do I get extra credit if my 5 lb dog was climbing on my legs while I was doing my pushups?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 01:48 PM
No.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 01:57 PM
I am so proud of everyone for how well they are doing!!
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 02:25 PM
My current routine is double the day + 2. Wayyy to tired to calculate how many that will be daily by the end of the year...and I don't think I want to know. May need to revise routine as the days progress....
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 04:42 PM
Push-ups against an examiner: does it count?
I have yet to meet one that I would even consider pushing up against.
<----- former examiner
HEY, I resemble that remark.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 04:51 PM
Hey, Purple. I just saw a t-shirt that made me think of you.
"Purple should be a flavor"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 05:15 PM
Push-ups against an examiner: does it count?
I have yet to meet one that I would even consider pushing up against.
<----- former examiner
HEY, I resemble that remark.
FORMER being the operative word. You're much hotter now PP
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 06:44 PM
Hey, Purple. I just saw a t-shirt that made me think of you.
"Purple should be a flavor"
Hey, my daughters favorite Ice cream flavor is "Pink"
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 06:49 PM
See. She knows.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 07:16 PM
Forgot to do them yesterday, so I did 5 this morning and will do 6 tongiht.
My fiance is doing it too but I have somethgin to ask the group...
Isn't doing them fast easier and less a workout than doing them slow???
The finace drops and does them super quick, almost liek he is using the engergy from doing them to power the next ones (kinetic energy for the science nerds).
When I do them, I do them slower and exact, which seems liek more work and control for my muscles.
Posted By: BotV#6
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 07:38 PM
Faster is easier. On the otherhand, you can also be working different muscles (i.e. long vs short).
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 07:31 PM
Dpi, someone up there ^^^^ (pages ago) said that if you do them fast you tone and slow you build strength. Or vice versa.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 07:37 PM
Also depends if they're fast and still in good form. If you drop and do a bunch of half-pushups in poor form, you're not doing much of anything for yourself.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 07:53 PM
Oh, great, Matt. Way to add pressure.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 08:14 PM
Hey, Purple. I just saw a t-shirt that made me think of you.
"Purple should be a flavor"
I like it
But could people handle it?
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 08:16 PM
Push-ups against an examiner: does it count?
I have yet to meet one that I would even consider pushing up against.
<----- former examiner
HEY, I resemble that remark.
FORMER being the operative word. You're much hotter now PP
Thanks, but you might want to get your eyes checked. But just wait until later in the year after doing all these push ups.
(At least that is what my wife is hoping)
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 08:15 PM
i did 200 last night...honestly, once I get past 100, my elbows really hurt...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 08:53 PM
showoff.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 08:57 PM
Dip,
The slower you go, the more like planking it becomes...
I think slower is a better muscular workout. Your max at a slow pace will be lower than if you were doing them more quickly.
However, anytime you work your muscles at a rapid pace, you are looking more towards cardio. Are you gassed after doing them slowly?
Happy, Mr. Pushup King, would you agree that slower pushups might build muscle more quickly while faster pushups might be better for toning (if done properly)? Kind of like a weight vs reps thing?
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:09 PM
So in other words, if Zak is tryign to bulk up, fast isn't the right way to do it. Ha! I WIN!!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:23 PM
That is only if I am correct. I may not be.
If he is trying to bulk up, he needs to be doing low reps of high weights on various weight exercises. A pyramid workout is ideal. When I weighed 125, wrestling in college, the coach put me on a pyramid workout to help me bulk up. In a matter of months I was benching 150% of my weight and was building a lot of muscle, which has sadly disappeared and/or turned on me!!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:27 PM
BB1 should be back next week, we'll have to re-ask that question, I'm curious as well.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:28 PM
Fast is rarely the right way to do anything!
As JBob said, you're going to be panting after doing them quickly, but that may not be doing much for achieving your goals. Stability and holding form is a huge workout for a big chunk of your body, shoulders, chest, back, core, you're going to do a better overall workout with slower, controlled motions.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:32 PM
Matt,
I think a concern among some of our fair ladies is that they don't want to bulk up, so it is important to know if slow pushups will cause that as opposed to doing them more quickly.
I use a slow, controlled motion because, quite honestly, I get a good cardio workout from walking up 5 stairs. I was out of breath after doing 10 slow pushups. If it bulks me up, so be it.
My current training cycle uses a variety of push-ups;
Wednesday
20 handstand pushups
40 crocodile pushups
20 decline pushups
30 spiderman pushups
-----
110 pushups total
Thursday
40 handstand pushups
40 reverse pushups
----
80 pushups total
Friday was yoga day, so, no pushups.
JBob is right about building bulk; high weight, low reps, roughly 2+ minutes rest between sets, many many sets (say 10 to 20?) With pushups, 'high weight' could mean handstand pushups, it could mean 1 arm pushups (regular or dive-bomber).
It's about time under maximum tension.
Another way to achieve this is kind of fun, but not good for this thread, is to take a full minute to do 1 pushup; 30 seconds down, 30 seconds up. (you can build up to this, try 10 seconds down then up, then 15, 20, 25, 30)
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:49 PM
::googles all these names for pushups::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:51 PM
I have no solid proof or research to back me up, but can only assume this would coincide with all other sorts of strength training. Endurance activities create long corded muscle (leaner/toned) while speed/explosiveness creates more short corded muscle (big and bulky).
I would compare this to endurance running versus sprinting. You typically will see an endurance runner is very lean while the sprinter is going to have much bulkier legs on them. Other more experienced athletes may provide better insight on this, but this jives with what I have learned and what seems to be logical to me.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/06/12 10:51 PM
::googles all these names for pushups::
Be careful, you might strain something just researching some of those!
Matt,
I think a concern among some of our fair ladies is that they don't want to bulk up, so it is important to know if slow pushups will cause that as opposed to doing them more quickly.
I use a slow, controlled motion because, quite honestly, I get a good cardio workout from walking up 5 stairs. I was out of breath after doing 10 slow pushups. If it bulks me up, so be it.
"bulking up" is almost never accidental, it requires a particular approach to weight training, and a particular eating plan (we're talking eating 6 to 8 oz of protein every 3 hours) and frankly, it takes testosterone. Women can build tremendous strength and without an eating plan, they will tend to look 'sculpted' but not large. Think of Linda Hamilton in "Terminator".
One of the eating approaches that male athletes sometimes follow is called "GOMAD" for Gallon of Milk A Day. Every day.
Saturday (7th)
22 handstand pushups
48 crocodile pushups
36 decline pushups
48 spiderman pushups
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154 pushups total
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/12 05:48 PM
Week 2, Day 1Also?
Day 8Y'all, we made it thru the first week! We rock!!!
Did some of you think, a week ago, that you would be able to do 7 (or 8 today) pushups? Be very proud of yourselves.
I am thrilled for all of us.
♥
Posted By: Tigg
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 11:43 AM
Ow.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 12:35 PM
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 02:11 PM
So, I maxed on Friday, mustered 16 for a max set. I did a few more, going to muscle failure each time, and decided to make Sunday a "rest" day, doing the 8 pushup minimum. After having done 37 and 43 the previous two days, the "8" looks funny on my log.
But, I think it was necessary to rest after pushing to muscle failure. I jumped into it this morning and managed sets of 12, 11, and 10 with plans on adding two more sets this evening. My goal of maxing again on Saturday with 30 is attainable, but only if I keep pushing myself.
I'm feeling pretty good, if not a bit tight in the arms, this morning.
So, I maxed on Friday, mustered 16 for a max set. I did a few more, going to muscle failure each time, and decided to make Sunday a "rest" day, doing the 8 pushup minimum. After having done 37 and 43 the previous two days, the "8" looks funny on my log.
But, I think it was necessary to rest after pushing to muscle failure. I jumped into it this morning and managed sets of 12, 11, and 10 with plans on adding two more sets this evening. My goal of maxing again on Saturday with 30 is attainable, but only if I keep pushing myself.
I'm feeling pretty good, if not a bit tight in the arms, this morning.
Pup,
Try doing the push-ups with a "ladder" scheme.
For example:
1 pushup
get up, shake your arms out
2 pushups
get up shake your arms out
3 pushups
get up shake your arms out
4 pushups
get up shake your arms out
(If you've been keeping count, that's 10 pushups)
keep adding rungs until your form starts to suffer.
That was 1 ladder.
now rest 2 minutes
start another ladder
with 1 pushup
add rungs, etc.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 03:54 PM
For Jen: The current world record (according to Guiness World Records) for the plank position is 33 minutes and 40 seconds, set in Queensland, Australia on 11 May 2011 by 68 year old Paul Drinan.
I'm still going to shoot for a 6:66 plank.....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 03:58 PM
NOT NORMAL!!!!!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 04:12 PM
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 04:07 PM
Okay, you crazy gym-freaks!
For those of us who AREN'T hardbodies (yet), we are doing just fine with our <60 planks and sticking with the 9 pushups today.
You hardbodies can challenge each other, we'll stay here on the side and plug along.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 04:25 PM
I planked for like two hours last night. I must not be doing something right because I wasn't sore or sweating at all when I woke up, just a little drool on my pillow....
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 04:16 PM
heehee
Posted By: Sewanee, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:04 PM
I have to confess the wall push ups got lost over the week-end, but I started back this morning - up to 23! Also, did a 2 mile walk over the week-end.
I know that's nothing for some of the hard-core here, but for us "ladies of a certain age", it's something!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:17 PM
You go, sewanee!!!
Well done.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:34 PM
Matt,
I think a concern among some of our fair ladies is that they don't want to bulk up, so it is important to know if slow pushups will cause that as opposed to doing them more quickly.
I use a slow, controlled motion because, quite honestly, I get a good cardio workout from walking up 5 stairs. I was out of breath after doing 10 slow pushups. If it bulks me up, so be it.
"bulking up" is almost never accidental, it requires a particular approach to weight training, and a particular eating plan (we're talking eating 6 to 8 oz of protein every 3 hours) and frankly, it takes testosterone. Women can build tremendous strength and without an eating plan, they will tend to look 'sculpted' but not large. Think of Linda Hamilton in "Terminator".
One of the eating approaches that male athletes sometimes follow is called "GOMAD" for Gallon of Milk A Day. Every day.
Real muscular bulk also requires testosterone. From the ladies that I know, this is not an issue. Workout all you want ladies, you will not "go Arnold" on us, I promise!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:51 PM
I have tried and tried to convince a few girlfriends of this. They still dont believe me.
From my "before" pictures I want to ADD to my arms and legs. Not normal for most women.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:38 PM
That is a tough number! But its doable! If crazy people can run for 26 miles 385 yards, Surely we can nearly lay still for 6 minutes!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:41 PM
I have tried and tried to convince a few girlfriends of this. They still dont believe me.
From my "before" pictures I want to ADD to my arms and legs. Not normal for most women.
^^^Works HARD!
Still looks every bit a girl/woman! Its all good ladies! If any of you start looking like a man, I'll buy your razors!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:41 PM
Did 10 miles on the bike this morning and did my pushups before work.
I will plank after work.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 05:45 PM
Did 10 miles on the bike this morning and did my pushups before work.
I will plank after work.
You are kicking bootocks!!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 06:42 PM
I am keeping up with the challenge. I do have to do half on my knees the girly way but I am a girl so I guess that works right? I also got up at 5:00 am and did water aerobics at the gym. I am in it to thin it baby yeah!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 07:05 PM
How are the other senior citizens doing?
Posted By: Quatro
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:25 PM
Is it OK to join late? I'll go home and do 9 today, and one more for each day missed...promise! I told my wife about this, and she is onboard already, and we haven't even gotten home yet!
Also starting Couch to 5K...anyone ever done that?
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:18 PM
Is it OK to join late? I'll go home and do 9 today, and one more for each day missed...promise! I told my wife about this, and she is onboard already, and we haven't even gotten home yet!
Also starting Couch to 5K...anyone ever done that?
I know a couple of people on here that have done C25K. I started it but hate running so I didn't finish it. BUT my 2012 goal is to work on cardio and run a 5k this year.
You can join in the fun anytime you want.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:25 PM
I have several co-workers that have done it, some multiple times. They've seen decent success, just don't be like some of them and run the 5k, then not do another thing until the program starts up again the next year haha.
It's a great thing and will ease you into it while still making you work for it, I say try it out!
Welcome to the party!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:39 PM
And there's also a FB site, but I don't remember the name of the group right off the top of my head. You can ask an administrator on the site to join (for a small fee ;))
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:27 PM
Welcome Quatro!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:31 PM
2012 pushup challenge. Anyone who is a member can add you as long as you are on their friend list. I added an old friend from High School.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:32 PM
2012 Push-up Challenge is the group. It's a party and a half in there!
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:49 PM
Never too late!
I did the couch to 5K program, and loved it! I NEVER ran before, so the slow start was ideal. I had to wean myself off of it when I became too reliant on the timer, though, (I'm slow!)and build up to 5K on my own. (I was too happy to stop at 25 or 30 minutes, instead of pushing even the extra few minutes it took to get to 5K...)
There are plenty of free versions for smartphones that are great for starting out, and plenty of good running programs for after. Runkeeper wasn't bad, DroidRunner was buggy, and AllsportsGPS kept shutting off my phone, but I'm really happy right now with Runstar.
Posted By: Hobbes
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 09:49 PM
Is it OK to join late? I'll go home and do 9 today, and one more for each day missed...promise! I told my wife about this, and she is onboard already, and we haven't even gotten home yet!
Also starting Couch to 5K...anyone ever done that?
I'm in. Still need to do my 9 today. I was a 10 year couch potato that did a 5k in November. I started training in August, so you can do it. My time was 35 minutes, my goal this year is to bring it down. I'd love to get sub 30, but I'll settle for less than 32. Work your way into it. Do some research, their are some good (free) training sites out there. Alternate walking with running, and increase the amount of running you do, and you'll get there before you know it. Good Luck!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 10:07 PM
How are the other senior citizens doing?
Speak up! We caint hear ya boy!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 10:41 PM
You can ask an administrator on the site to join (for a small fee ;))
Nice!
::high five::
Search 2012 Push Up Challenge...I can add you if you ask to join.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 10:30 PM
How are the other senior citizens doing?
Speak up! We caint hear ya boy!
You have so much muscle that it's choking up your ear canals!
I'm overall pretty impressed by how everyone's doing, and that's coming from someone who is on the younger end of the scale and been going at it 6 days a week for over a year. Great to see people so motivated, and the accountability will help everyone involved to keep it up! (assuming people are honest of course!)
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 10:48 PM
and that's coming from someone who is on the younger end of the scale
::scowls::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/12 10:42 PM
Hey! I'm saying you old people are doing good, don't be getting mean or I'll put you in a home!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 01:41 PM
Had a nice run this morning (new shoes haven't arrived yet
) and did all my planking. I'm going to do arms and the pushups tonight after walking the dogs. I am sticking to just the required amount per day because I am so friggin weak still. But each day I complete them makes me happy
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 02:02 PM
Me too, manimal! I know it's going to keep getting harder, so I'll stick with 10 today and be thrilled.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 02:17 PM
Has anyone progressed to side planks yet? they are part of my Iron Strength Program and work a slightly different set of core muscles. The program has you do left, middle, and right side planks. Just make sure you work both sides or you will walk with a noticeable lean and people will be offering you V-8 juice.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 02:04 PM
<< I do both sides and regular planks
Here's a fun side plank variation:
Assume you are starting from a side-plank on your left side.
Typically, your weight is on your left elbow and left foot. Put the weight on to your right foot instead and draw your left knee in toward your chest.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 02:11 PM
You people are CRAZY!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 02:53 PM
Here's a fun side plank variation:
Assume you are starting from a side-plank on your left side.
Typically, your weight is on your left elbow and left foot. Put the weight on to your right foot instead and draw your left knee in toward your chest.
I havent tried bringing it into my chest, but I have tried lifting it up to the ceiling. Kind of insane inner thigh raises.
Posted By: Quatro
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 02:57 PM
Promise upheld! Went home last night and did my pushups, and workout #1 of C25K (now that I know the lingo)...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 03:21 PM
I can do side planks alright, right side is fine, but left side I can't really. I'm recovering from a hip issue and it puts unhelpful strain on the joint, so I can't mess with it now. Running is slightly uncomfortable still, but it's getting better at least. Hopefully I'll be fully recovered in another week or so, ideally without additional chiropractor visits!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 03:53 PM
Anyone else getting lower back pain from their push-ups? I've been doign good in the push-up department. Did 9 all at once, still havent had to break them up liek I thought I would. But Sunday I had some pain in my lower back which I ignored, thinking I hurt it randomly and it would go away. The oain was worse yesterday, makign it sore to bend forward. Last ngith doing my pushups was good, btu then I went to get up and tons of pain in my lower back muscles. Today, I am having to catch myself to bend over because the muscles arent happy.
My guess is I am using back muscles I don't normally use when I do the pushups, and the pain is liek any other muscle soreness from working out. I hope I get over it though...I havent had good experiences doign back exercises. I used to do the thing where you lay on this seat thing and hang down, then lift up to work your back. I did it every time I was goign to the gym and it always made my back muscles sore.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:04 PM
Likely from the muscles being used to stabilize your core and keep a straight line from neck to toes. You're fighting the urge to let yourself dip (pun intended) in the middle, so I can certainly see why it might be causing some pain. I experience some discomfort in the same area when running outside vs. treadmill, from holding a different form outside due to needing to be aware of the ground and space ahead of you.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:06 PM
Here's a fun side plank variation:
Assume you are starting from a side-plank on your left side.
Typically, your weight is on your left elbow and left foot. Put the weight on to your right foot instead and draw your left knee in toward your chest.
This is what I have been doing, but only because its easier on my ankles! I'm glad you said something because I have always thought, "This is harder than it should be!"
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:11 PM
That's my guess, Dip. I have a bad lower back, so I'm used to having pain anytime I do anything, such as get out of bed each morning. I've gotten to where I ignore it unless it's notably worse than usual.
I did sets of 10, 10 and 8 this morning. I didn't do any last night, hoping that evening rest would allow me to keep improving each morning, but this morning was a setback compared to yesterday. Then, I remembered that I didn't eat last night. I was busy and simply forgot to eat. I'm going to assume that is the reason for my setback and work on getting a good diet plan together.
Any help with a functional diet plan for 2012 would be great. I also have the goal of losing 30-40 lbs this year...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:12 PM
Likely from the muscles being used to stabilize your core and keep a straight line from neck to toes. You're fighting the urge to let yourself dip (pun intended) in the middle, so I can certainly see why it might be causing some pain. I experience some discomfort in the same area when running outside vs. treadmill, from holding a different form outside due to needing to be aware of the ground and space ahead of you.
This also happens to me. I think the hard surface also increases impact.
Dip, try ( and I'm sure you do it anyway) to make certain that your abs, and obliques are tight as you do them. Any sag in the middle will stress the lumbodorsal muscles and give you an owie!
Dip,
Take a look at the instructions for creating a
"Power Chamber" . It will create a solid, integrated core from which to do your push-ups. (and, well, anything else.)
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:27 PM
Here's a fun side plank variation:
Assume you are starting from a side-plank on your left side.
Typically, your weight is on your left elbow and left foot. Put the weight on to your right foot instead and draw your left knee in toward your chest.
::drops to floor and does the funky side plank::
Ow. Dude, I think I just pulled something. Can I claim L&I since it happened on the job?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:16 PM
Had a nice run this morning (new shoes haven't arrived yet
) and did all my planking. I'm going to do arms and the pushups tonight after walking the dogs. I am sticking to just the required amount per day because I am so friggin weak still. But each day I complete them makes me happy
You wont be "weak" for long! You are doing a lot to improve upper body...strength I mean. Didnt mean to indicate there is a problem with your upper bod...
Oh just get stronger!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:18 PM
BTW, I am sure that someone (everyone?) has already mentioned it while I was gone, but Kitten your Avi is GREAT!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:20 PM
thanks Beeeee
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:25 PM
BTW, I am sure that someone (everyone?) has already mentioned it while I was gone, but Kitten your Avi is GREAT!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 04:49 PM
Dip,
Take a look at the instructions for creating a
"Power Chamber" . It will create a solid, integrated core from which to do your push-ups. (and, well, anything else.)
Does thsi come in english?
I started to try to follow this btu then I totally lost what the guy is describing. Basically kind of curl up and tilt your pelvis forward and squeeze?
I am keeping good form when I do the pushups, focusing on keeping my body stiff and flat. Maybe I'll have the fiance video me so I can check and see what I coudl improve.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:18 PM
Hey! I'm saying you old people are doing good, don't be getting mean or I'll put you in a home!
Careful...bOatn, Bankbb1, kitten, thomasj, and Jen may take umberage at your remark.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:09 PM
Hey! I'm saying you old people are doing good, don't be getting mean or I'll put you in a home!
Careful...bOatn, Bankbb1, kitten, thomasj, and Jen may take umberage at your remark. I'll have some umberage! With a nice chianti!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:29 PM
Hey! I'm saying you old people are doing good, don't be getting mean or I'll put you in a home!
Careful...bOatn, Bankbb1, kitten, thomasj, and Jen may take umberage at your remark. OUCH! I would say something, but I have a feeling Jen is on her way to whoop your butt!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:24 PM
Hey! I'm saying you old people are doing good, don't be getting mean or I'll put you in a home!
Careful...bOatn, Bankbb1, kitten, thomasj, and Jen may take umberage at your remark. OUCH! I would say something, but I have a feeling Jen is on her way to whoop your butt!
Did I mention she can shoot...? Just checking!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:28 PM
I don't take umbrage anymore. It kept repeating on me when I burped.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:31 PM
There's a Harry Potter joke in there somewhere...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:33 PM
Hey! I'm saying you old people are doing good, don't be getting mean or I'll put you in a home!
Careful...bOatn, Bankbb1, kitten, thomasj, and Jen may take umberage at your remark. I have no doubt that there are quite a few people in here that could whoop me despite the age differences. I'm also using "old" as a relative term, and don't mean it offensively, only in jest! Finally, I can only assume that your use of Umbrage is a reference to the 2009 movie, and that has me extremely confused!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:43 PM
I couldn't kick your butt. And as long as I'm put in a home where no kids are allowed, they feed me, and do the yardwork, I'm good with that.
I'll light candles to mask the old-people smells.
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 06:02 PM
I couldn't kick your butt. And as long as I'm put in a home where no kids are allowed, they feed me, and do the yardwork, I'm good with that.
I'll light candles to mask the old-people smells.
*snicker*
Posted By: Sewanee, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 05:59 PM
After my 23 wall pushups Monday morning, I did 3 miles on the treadmill last night.
Ran out of time for the pushups this morning; I'm keeping my brother's dog while he's out of town and the dog will only "do his thing" if he's walked; going out in the back yard isn't good enough! Good news though, that was an extra, although short, walk in.
I need to add some lunges in. Any idea of numbers?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 06:16 PM
I couldn't kick your butt. And as long as I'm put in a home where no kids are allowed, they feed me, and do the yardwork, I'm good with that.
I'll light candles to mask the old-people smells.
*snicker*
No kidding about the old people smells And I think the butt kicking comment was directed toward me since I will be occupying the room down the hall.
Oh man...that just brought back a flashback; my mom made worked in a home temporarily just to get out of the house a few years back and would tell me stories about the old people sneaking into each other's rooms for a little snookie-wookie.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 06:06 PM
After my 23 wall pushups Monday morning, I did 3 miles on the treadmill last night.
Ran out of time for the pushups this morning; I'm keeping my brother's dog while he's out of town and the dog will only "do his thing" if he's walked; going out in the back yard isn't good enough! Good news though, that was an extra, although short, walk in.
I need to add some lunges in. Any idea of numbers?
Try doing them for 30 seconds and see how many you get. Don't use weights to do them, just do good form, low lunges. If 30 seconds isnt enough, go for a minute.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 06:08 PM
I couldn't kick your butt. And as long as I'm put in a home where no kids are allowed, they feed me, and do the yardwork, I'm good with that.
I'll light candles to mask the old-people smells.
*snicker*
No kidding about the old people smells And I think the butt kicking comment was directed toward me since I will be occupying the room down the hall.
Oh man...that just brought back a flashback; my mom made worked in a home temporarily just to get out of the house a few years back and would tell me stories about the old people sneaking into each other's rooms for a little snookie-wookie. And yet, *high ten* to them!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 07:27 PM
Is it OK to join late? I'll go home and do 9 today, and one more for each day missed...promise! I told my wife about this, and she is onboard already, and we haven't even gotten home yet!
Also starting Couch to 5K...anyone ever done that?
I did a 5K in November, and since most of my running is on the treadmill, I found one online that used time instead of distances. I ran my first 5K in a little over 30 minutes. I'm working on improving my time for the next one!
Also keeping up with the pushups, and like Dip, every day I struggle with the last one, but the next day, I'm able to still do them all!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 08:22 PM
Y'all -
The membership in the FB page might drop. There are some people who are following Annie's program that are REALLY intimidated by your accomplishments. (as in: walking 10 minutes is a huge accomplishment!)
I think it's great, and am in awe of your stamina, but I just wanted to let you know that if you get a notice that people are leaving, that's why.
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 08:38 PM
Didn't know there was a FB page.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 08:32 PM
That's a shame, but I can understand. Everyone is starting at different points and levels of fitness, so we have nowhere near a level playing field. It's not meant to be a competition or comparisson amongst each other though, only aginst yourself. I think the whole point of the group is just a source of motivation and knowing that if you're struggling, you're not alone. Hopefully not many people are put off by the fact that others may have a more advanced starting point than they do.
I'm not starting from square one myself, but my immediate supervisor is a triathlete and when she talks about how she swam 5000 meters this morning and feels like a bum for not going for a run over lunch...makes me feel like I may as well order up a pizza and forget about fitness because I'll never be like her. But, everyone has their own goals, and all it should be about is supporting each other in pursuit of goals, not what anyones goals are in relation to another.
So, I hope people stick around!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 08:33 PM
Didn't know there was a FB page.....
Stinker, search for 2012 Push-up Challenge. Jen started it.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 08:34 PM
Y'all -
The membership in the FB page might drop. There are some people who are following Annie's program that are REALLY intimidated by your accomplishments. (as in: walking 10 minutes is a huge accomplishment!)
I think it's great, and am in awe of your stamina, but I just wanted to let you know that if you get a notice that people are leaving, that's why.
Awwww
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 08:34 PM
I might have just added you.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 08:36 PM
Y'all -
The membership in the FB page might drop. There are some people who are following Annie's program that are REALLY intimidated by your accomplishments. (as in: walking 10 minutes is a huge accomplishment!)
I think it's great, and am in awe of your stamina, but I just wanted to let you know that if you get a notice that people are leaving, that's why.
Awwww
I know.
I thought they would be as excited and inspired as I am, but they're skeered.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 09:06 PM
I may be able to do some other stuff like running, but I STINK at pushups. I have to do the modified ones, and can barely do the required amount each day. I know that will change, but it just takes time
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/12 09:15 PM
Matt - THat is how I'm looking at the FB page. All y'all are impressing me.
But, maybe it's easier because I "know" you guys.
*shrugs*
I'm not going anywhere.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 03:44 PM
I am totally going to join the facebook page. I ain't skeered a nothin. Took a core workout class today at the gym. Planking at 5:45 in the morning is not an easy task. But I made it through!!! Kicked my butt though.
I am so excited, we just started a weight loss challenge at work with some prizes involved. The stars are aligning perfectly, this thread is supermotivational, got a free membership at the gym, how can I lose????
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 03:48 PM
It is intimitading when there is a 40-year difference in age. I am going to hang in to see the before and after pictures though.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 03:59 PM
By the end, you'll be doing push-ups on Pups back while he's planking and sipping Hefeweizen through a pair of swirly straws!
It's all about progress and doing a little bit more than you did yesterday. If that's walking two blocks on lunch, or doing 25 pull-ups with ankle weights on doesn't matter. Find your starting point and go from there. I don't think anyone here is trying to become a World's Strongest Man/Woman champion, just do things to improve our health and lifestyle, and maybe get a little muscle with which to flex at people who are being non-compliant!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 05:42 PM
I am totally going to join the facebook page. I ain't skeered a nothin. Took a core workout class today at the gym. Planking at 5:45 in the morning is not an easy task. But I made it through!!! Kicked my butt though.
I am so excited, we just started a weight loss challenge at work with some prizes involved. The stars are aligning perfectly, this thread is supermotivational, got a free membership at the gym, how can I lose????
That is killer Bec!!!
And if you arent getting your butt kicked now and then, you arent trying hard enough, so way to go!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 06:00 PM
I was totally slacking with aqua-aerobics and treadmill...time to get serious!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 06:04 PM
6 minute planks and core classes will Get'r done!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 06:39 PM
Plodders, you are due for 11 pushups today.
Keep up the good work.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 06:40 PM
Hardbodies, you are due for 111 pushups and 10 minutes each side of side planks.
Aaaaaand GO!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 06:50 PM
I'm neither of those...
I started my new list of strength exercises today, 15 things performed for 45 seconds to a minute depending on the thing, 15 seconds between. It's fast, but it kicked my AS...um, rear. I'm sore already, so I fear for tomorrow morning. I probably should have started with 30 seconds per item instead of 60.
Regular and side planks are on the list, as well as 3 types of pushups though, so at least I don't have to do those separate later on!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 08:49 PM
I'm neither of those...
I started my new list of strength exercises today, 15 things performed for 45 seconds to a minute depending on the thing, 15 seconds between. It's fast, but it kicked my AS...um, rear. I'm sore already, so I fear for tomorrow morning. I probably should have started with 30 seconds per item instead of 60.
Regular and side planks are on the list, as well as 3 types of pushups though, so at least I don't have to do those separate later on!
Ibuprophen is your friend! 600-800 three times a day. Assuming you're stomach is tolerant. Also, doing speed work like that, creatine would help along with glutamine for recovery.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 08:59 PM
::dials the doc for some Ibuprofin::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 09:00 PM
::dials the doc for some Ibuprofin::
Crawl into Walgreens and get it over the counter.
Do planks while waiting.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 09:13 PM
Ibuprophen is your friend! 600-800 three times a day. Assuming you're stomach is tolerant. Also, doing speed work like that, creatine would help along with glutamine for recovery.
Yep, just popped a couple, for an unrelated headache. Very tolerant stomach, shouldn't be a problem. I generally pop a couple in the morning when I get it up, to get through my run, but that's about it. May have to step it up.
My current whey does have glutamine, 14g per serving, says the tub. I have a pre-workout with creatine in it, but I'm as much of a fan of it as I am of a different kind I use, so haven't messed with it much. Perhaps I should consider it, though it dyes my mouth blue-raspberry colored...lol. This list is recommended exercises for the tough mudder race, so it's very much tailored to the activities you have to complete along the course. I'm sure most of it is going to come down to endurance, willpower, and not wanting to look like a sissy in front of all the hot chicks though
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 09:18 PM
and not wanting to look like a sissy in front of all the hot chicks though
Jen is going to be there?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 09:28 PM
Why not? Everybody's invited! Should be a rip-roarin' good time, particularly Saturday night after the race (assuming any injuries are not incapacitating). Too bad they have a spectator's fee at the event, but somehow, we'll manage.
Why not? Everybody's invited! Should be a rip-roarin' good time, particularly Saturday night after the race (assuming any injuries are not incapacitating). Too bad they have a spectator's fee at the event, but somehow, we'll manage.
I just read through the Tough Mudder training program! Much respect, that's a he!! of a training program.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 09:40 PM
We're planning on the mudder in texas.....dear lord help us! LOL
I do cheat a little before obstacle races....I take exedrine migraine (aspirin and caffeine) and creatine.
Aspirin is a vasodialator, caffiene without a belly full of coffee and the resultant bladder issues at mile 6 and creatine allows the muscle depletion of ATP to be delayed.
Every little bit helps!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 09:57 PM
Good tips, I'm making note of them! I need all the help I can get if I want to finish top 5% and qualify for the World's Toughest Mudder! 24 hours of pure insanity, in December, sounds like the greatest idea ever!
But no, actually I'd be very happy to finish top 1/3rd, and still pretty satisfied if in the top 50%.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/11/12 09:59 PM
i like to "finish"....period!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 01:41 PM
I'll be proud of myself if I can show up to cheer one of you on.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 02:05 PM
Ok, I had all my challenge stuff done by 5:00am. Have you noticed, there is a lot of gravity that early!?!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 02:10 PM
I have noticed that if I don't eat the night before, I'm lighter and MUCH weaker in the morning.
Ironically, eating a full meal after midnight helped me to sets of 12, 11, and 9 this morning.
I'll add that the Ham Melt from Ihop was delicious.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 02:15 PM
Thats just mean pup!
:eats his oatmeal:
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 02:56 PM
I managed my 12 this morning in one set, still on my toes. I'm determined to make it to 20 now before I break them up.
I skipped the planks and crunches...I'm sure the PT will have some appropriate form of torture for me later today.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 02:54 PM
Got on the scale this morning and have a 2 lb loss for the week.
Wha??? YAHHHHHHH!!!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:08 PM
TOday was Zumba at the gym at 5:45am. Easy workout but very very sweaty
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:13 PM
I managed my 12 this morning in one set, still on my toes. I'm determined to make it to 20 now before I break them up.
I skipped the planks and crunches...I'm sure the PT will have some appropriate form of torture for me later today.
You'll have it no time! I've seen you do more than 20, you'll beat that!
Tell Karen hi and enjoy the torture!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:14 PM
Got on the scale this morning and have a 2 lb loss for the week.
Wha??? YAHHHHHHH!!!
Yay Cheekster!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:15 PM
TOday was Zumba at the gym at 5:45am. Easy workout but very very sweaty
I think I would do this every now and then, just for something different! It's fun and you are right, you sweat!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:18 PM
Got on the scale this morning and have a 2 lb loss for the week.
Wha??? YAHHHHHHH!!!
::fist bump::
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:23 PM
Got on the scale this morning and have a 2 lb loss for the week.
Wha??? YAHHHHHHH!!!
::fist bump::
Thanks!!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:25 PM
Got on the scale this morning and have a 2 lb loss for the week.
Wha??? YAHHHHHHH!!!
*looks down*
DON'T PANIC! FOUND 'EM!!!
Let me know where you would like them sent.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:48 PM
I managed my 12 this morning in one set, still on my toes. I'm determined to make it to 20 now before I break them up.
I skipped the planks and crunches...I'm sure the PT will have some appropriate form of torture for me later today.
Nice! 12 has been the best I've done in a set without really killing myself, so the next few days will be a real test for me.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 03:53 PM
Got on the scale this morning and have a 2 lb loss for the week.
Wha??? YAHHHHHHH!!!
Sweetness! I have a weight loss goal set for the year and am hoping to see real results as I document my monthly weight and "during" pictures. My beginning weight was 217. I was at 214 this morning after eating a post-midnight meal. My metabolism is kickin' it right now, so we'll see how well this goes.
I was 183 for many years before I jumped all the way to 217 over the course of about the last 3 years (the time that I've had the pool hall, basically). My target weight is 175, but I am content with a healthier body so the weight loss is secondary.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:00 PM
Got on the scale this morning and have a 2 lb loss for the week.
Wha??? YAHHHHHHH!!!
Sweetness! I have a weight loss goal set for the year and am hoping to see real results as I document my monthly weight and "during" pictures. My beginning weight was 217. I was at 214 this morning after eating a post-midnight meal. My metabolism is kickin' it right now, so we'll see how well this goes.
I was 183 for many years before I jumped all the way to 217 over the course of about the last 3 years (the time that I've had the pool hall, basically). My target weight is 175, but I am content with a healthier body so the weight loss is secondary.
Marriage = weight gain.
Really though, you spend way too much time working and not enough time outside playing. You all need to figure out a way to balance work and play.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:00 PM
TOday was Zumba at the gym at 5:45am. Easy workout but very very sweaty
I think I would do this every now and then, just for something different! It's fun and you are right, you sweat!
Its quite enjoyable to shake what yo mama gave ya. Just give yourself time with it, takes about 2 or 3 classes before you can really get the routines and understand the moves.
Its like the advice I give for people interested in snowboarding...if you try, make sure you try it twice. The first time always sucks but the second time is ALWAYS significantly better. And I do mean significantly.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:06 PM
Cheekers, it's been figured out already....selling out!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:06 PM
TOday was Zumba at the gym at 5:45am. Easy workout but very very sweaty
I think I would do this every now and then, just for something different! It's fun and you are right, you sweat!
Its quite enjoyable to shake what yo mama gave ya. Just give yourself time with it, takes about 2 or 3 classes before you can really get the routines and understand the moves.
Its like the advice I give for people interested in snowboarding...if you try, make sure you try it twice. The first time always sucks but the second time is ALWAYS significantly better. And I do mean significantly.
I've done one class and it was a hoot! If the second one is more fun than that, somebody will make me leave!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:09 PM
Cheekers, it's been figured out already....selling out!!
((claps)) Yah!! Now you can have a life again.
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:13 PM
Excedrin for Migraine is the miracle drug in my house. I'm sure it would help for work-outs, but we try to only use it when needed.
Still plugging along with the push-ups. Shoulders and elbows are holding-up well so far. I got some resistance bands for Christmas and have liked them so far.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:30 PM
TOday was Zumba at the gym at 5:45am. Easy workout but very very sweaty
I think I would do this every now and then, just for something different! It's fun and you are right, you sweat!
Its quite enjoyable to shake what yo mama gave ya. Just give yourself time with it, takes about 2 or 3 classes before you can really get the routines and understand the moves.
Its like the advice I give for people interested in snowboarding...if you try, make sure you try it twice. The first time always sucks but the second time is ALWAYS significantly better. And I do mean significantly.
I've done one class and it was a hoot! If the second one is more fun than that, somebody will make me leave!
This could very well happen
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 04:48 PM
We had a catered breakfast this morning, by one of our vendors. I was extremely controlled and just had some of the eggs and fruit, ignored all the delicious bagels and muffins, though I really wanted some.
Oddly, I feel funny now...not decided if I'm dying of something or what...kind of feels like when you're famished, but I'm sure that's not the case. Those jerks may have poisoned me!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 07:16 PM
We had a catered breakfast this morning, by one of our vendors. I was extremely controlled and just had some of the eggs and fruit, ignored all the delicious bagels and muffins, though I really wanted some.
Oddly, I feel funny now...not decided if I'm dying of something or what...kind of feels like when you're famished, but I'm sure that's not the case. Those jerks may have poisoned me!
Sounds a bit like a glycemic low. A carb and sugar combo may help....that is assuming that you dont have something simple like bubonic plague.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 07:27 PM
Carb and sugar combe = Donuts! Suhweet!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 07:38 PM
Carb and sugar combe = Donuts! Suhweet!!
Wipe your face Pup.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 08:04 PM
He either has an issue with coke, or has been very messy while scarfing powdered sugar donuts. Either way, you should share!
I'm all better now, so I don't think it's the plague. I wondered if the OJ served was some of the bad stuff that the FDA missed, but it appears to not have been the case.
I have to decide if I'm going to brave the weather tonight and get a pair of shoes all soggy in order to get my final few miles in, or if I'm going to stay here and use the treadmill like a reasonable person...
I have to decide if I'm going to brave the weather tonight and get a pair of shoes all soggy in order to get my final few miles in, or if I'm going to stay here and use the treadmill like a reasonable person...
100 Burpees! That'll do it!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 08:26 PM
He either has an issue with coke, or has been very messy while scarfing powdered sugar donuts. Either way, you should share!
I'm all better now, so I don't think it's the plague. I wondered if the OJ served was some of the bad stuff that the FDA missed, but it appears to not have been the case.
I have to decide if I'm going to brave the weather tonight and get a pair of shoes all soggy in order to get my final few miles in, or if I'm going to stay here and use the treadmill like a reasonable person...
I wussed out last night and took the mill. I'm getting wimpy, 40-45 MPH winds just wear me out! Well, half the time anyway!
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 09:04 PM
There is a fresh layer of snow on the ground here in northern Kentucky and I think I am going to revert to my childhood days and run a muck in the snow tonight. At least for the first few miles. I will probably finish on the tredmill though.
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 09:08 PM
I had to break up my 11 (9+2) yesterday, we'll see how I do today. Did yoga at lunch time, and we did quite a few planks today, so I'm calling it good there.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 09:08 PM
There is a fresh layer of snow on the ground here in northern Kentucky and I think I am going to revert to my childhood days and run a muck in the snow tonight. At least for the first few miles. I will probably finish on the tredmill though.
Are you doing pushups and planks in the snow?
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 09:18 PM
I have to decide if I'm going to brave the weather tonight and get a pair of shoes all soggy in order to get my final few miles in, or if I'm going to stay here and use the treadmill like a reasonable person...
100 Burpees! That'll do it!
I was thinking about making 1/2 my pushups Burpees but then I came back to reality.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 09:34 PM
Describe "burpees" for this old guy.
Describe "burpees" for this old guy.
Start from a standing position.
1. Squat
2. Put your hands on the floor
3. Shoot your feet back (you're now in the top position of a push-up)
4. Do a push up. (you knew that was coming, right?)
5. At the top of the movement, jump your feet back under you. (bottom of a squat position).
6. Stand up.
Or....
a squat thrust with a push-up (sort of)
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/12/12 10:22 PM
I actually like doing them but I dont know how far I can go into the challenge doing 1/2 of them.
I kept up with the Crossfit peeps.
Posted By: Tigg
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 11:39 AM
It's Friday the 13th people! Drop and give me 13! If your not skeered!
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 12:58 PM
Are you doing pushups and planks in the snow?
I did them on the stability ball with the heater blowing on me.
I have marathon training tomorrow morning and the tempature at 7am is supposed to be 18*. Any tips on what I should wear to run in?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 01:00 PM
50/50/3:51 done by 6:00
50 pushups
50 crunches
3.51 plank
Had to open early today, so will have to run this evening.
That is all.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 01:03 PM
As Tigg said, we Plodders are up for 13 today! We can do it!
Hard bodies: *side eye at 3b*: stop by and tell us what you've done.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 01:05 PM
Are you doing pushups and planks in the snow?
I did them on the stability ball with the heater blowing on me.
I have marathon training tomorrow morning and the tempature at 7am is supposed to be 18*. Any tips on what I should wear to run in?
Oh layer it girl! Cover the head, ears and hands for sure! I have one heavier pair of Underarmor running pants/tights that are warm and that wick, then on top I have a base layer, midlayer and and slighly heavier outer layer. Try to warm and stretch and warm up inside before you put on your outer layers. Are you running with someone? If so, keep any eye on each others faces for signs of srost bite! Ask Jen, she's a marathoner and runs in the cold a lot!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 01:19 PM
I have marathon training tomorrow morning and the tempature at 7am is supposed to be 18*. Any tips on what I should wear to run in?
NO COTTON!
Wear some form of thermal compression such as Under Armor with another looser layer overtop I would wear thermal running tights and a thermal compression shirt with running pants and a fleece top. Don't forget gloves and a hat or earband. Some sort of non-cotton socks will be important too. Cotton in cold weather kills, it does not wick moisture away from your skin and will chill you down very quickly.
Running in cold weather can be fun if the conditions are right and you are prepared. Cold air in your lungs can take a toll if you aren't used to it.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 01:33 PM
Are you doing pushups and planks in the snow?
Someone told me that I did a 20 minute plank in the snow when I was a kid. At least that's what it looked like. Turned out that I had crashed my sled and was frozen. But my core felt good once I thawed out
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 01:21 PM
You're a goober.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 03:01 PM
Describe "burpees" for this old guy.
Start from a standing position.
1. Squat
2. Put your hands on the floor
3. Shoot your feet back (you're now in the top position of a push-up)
4. Do a push up. (you knew that was coming, right?)
5. At the top of the movement, jump your feet back under you. (bottom of a squat position).
6. Stand up.
Or....
a squat thrust with a push-up (sort of)
I thought #6 was supposed to be JUMP straight up and land back in your squat to start over?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 03:06 PM
[quote=Bankbb1]
I have marathon training tomorrow morning and the tempature at 7am is supposed to be 18*. Any tips on what I should wear to run in?
How far are you going? Is it supposed to be sunny or cloudy? What about wind?
The sun and wind make all the difference in clothing choices for me.
18*, sunny, and no wind...I would wear a fleece headband, insulated mittens (they do better than gloves), long sleeve tech shirt, my Nike running jacket, winter running tights, shorts over the top and the heaviest pair of tech running socks I have. You will be cold when you start but SHOULD be ok after the first mile. If not, circle back and add another layer (I always carry extra running clothes in the truck).
I typically dont do shorts over my tights, but when it's that cold I need the extra layer of fabric (two if you count the liner of the shorts) over my hips and booty. They have to stay warm or I suffer.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 03:03 PM
Thanks for all the advice. I have never ran in the freezing cold before. I was a basketball player so this time of year I was usually in a warm gym. This is my first marathon.
We will be running 5-7 miles. Just checked the weather channel and it supposed to be 15* now and feel like 5*. Thanks for all the advice on running attire!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 03:12 PM
Yikes! I feel your pain. That kind of weather would put me in underarmor thermals from neck to ankles, long-sleeve tshirt, sweatpants, and a pull-over fleece with a headband and under armor gloves. I tend to be one of those people that is out in the cold and looking like a train running down the track...a pillar of steam rolling off my head! Just have to be warm enough for the first mile or so, then I'll be fine aside from ears, hands and lungs.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 03:16 PM
I managed sets of 13, 16 and 12 this morning. 16 was my max as of last Saturday, so I'm happy to see it show up on my 2nd set this morning, especially since I'm beginning to feel a cold coming on.
I'm thinking that I should only max monthly rather than weekly. It took a toll on me this week, and my shoulders (yes, I also have bad rotator cuffs) have been aching. I'd hate to wreck 'em trying to overdo it.
We are to close the pool hall at the end of January, so I see some additional free time opening up, and I'd like to start doing some cardio. I am not ready for running as my knees need to be built up a bit for that, I think, but I am hoping to get the bike off the wall and on the pavement now and then.
For core, I do have a "yoga" ball, so I think I'll start using that soon.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 04:01 PM
Yikes! I feel your pain. That kind of weather would put me in underarmor thermals from neck to ankles, long-sleeve tshirt, sweatpants, and a pull-over fleece with a headband and under armor gloves. I tend to be one of those people that is out in the cold and looking like a train running down the track...a pillar of steam rolling off my head! Just have to be warm enough for the first mile or so, then I'll be fine aside from ears, hands and lungs.
^^^Ninja Running suit.....sooner or later we all wear it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 04:08 PM
Oh yeah, it's all black too, except for shoes and part of the gloves. And no, I don't run on streets or cross streets (generally). I am somewhat reflective in the shoes and gloves at least!
I get sad about wearing my shoes in bad conditions, I don't like them getting wet and soggy! But, since I'm about to buy new ones, they'll become my clean ones and the old ones will then be okay to get dirty.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 04:14 PM
I am still on track for the push ups. I had to do 16 yesterday to make up for some that I missed. I am already starting to feel a difference. I hope I can say that when I hit day 30
Skipped the gym today. It was just to nasty out. Kind of a cop out being that a warm gym awaits as you are all talking about running in the cold. But I guess skipping one day a week isn't that bad is it???
I WILL be in Zumba class tomorrow and then a treadmill and free wieghts on Sunday whilst watching the Packers kick some Giants booooootay!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 04:41 PM
Oh yeah, it's all black too, except for shoes and part of the gloves. And no, I don't run on streets or cross streets (generally). I am somewhat reflective in the shoes and gloves at least!
I get sad about wearing my shoes in bad conditions, I don't like them getting wet and soggy! But, since I'm about to buy new ones, they'll become my clean ones and the old ones will then be okay to get dirty.
My jacket and tights are black but both have reflective material in key places.
I keep my most recently retired running shoes for bad conditions. That way I'm not running the next day in soggy shoes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 04:42 PM
I'm going to get reflective tape and design some sort of funny pattern or big reflective eyes or something like that. I think it would be funny for a car to light me up and see nothing but a reflective hand with a middle finger sticking up...
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 04:56 PM
Groupon had a sepcial for the Crossfit in my neighborhood. I need some [censored]-kicking and motiviation, so Zak and I both got the deal.
I have kept up with my pushups just fine, but on day 13, I've onyl done 2 workouts. I shoudl have 6 done according to schedule. That's just wrong.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:09 PM
If I'm running in the dark I also have my headlamp on. I may look like a dork but I like being able to see and being seen by oncoming vehicles.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 04:58 PM
Oh, I remember burpees.....not sure that's what we called them, though. Good workout. Maybe I'll throw in some of those now and then.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:02 PM
I'm going to get reflective tape and design some sort of funny pattern or big reflective eyes or something like that. I think it would be funny for a car to light me up and see nothing but a reflective hand with a middle finger sticking up...
Passed a girl in a night race with reflective eye's on her booty. It was hilarious! Partly just because, but also because there was a small group of guys that just couldn't seem to pass her! LOL
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:04 PM
::like::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:04 PM
Hey, I'm not ashamed of the fact that I have done well in some races by following (more like chasing) someone worth following...the fact that I'm getting my butt kicked by a woman does not bother me at all!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:51 PM
Passed a girl in a night race with reflective eye's on her booty. It was hilarious! Partly just because, but also because there was a small group of guys that just couldn't seem to pass her! LOL
I think I ran a marathon with those guys! There was a bottle neck of guys that could not get past this woman running in very tight compression shorts that she filled out quite nicely. My competitive nature would not allow me to stay with them, I passed them and her.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:40 PM
Groupon had a sepcial for the Crossfit in my neighborhood. I need some [censored]-kicking and motiviation, so Zak and I both got the deal.
I have kept up with my pushups just fine, but on day 13, I've onyl done 2 workouts. I shoudl have 6 done according to schedule. That's just wrong.
Get ready to be VERY VERY sore.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:43 PM
I just ordered Zumba for my Wii. I'm hoping it will be fun cardio.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:48 PM
I just ordered Zumba for my Wii. I'm hoping it will be fun cardio.
Get ready to sweat. I don't know about the Wii but I find Zumba enjoyable. HOpe you like it!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:52 PM
I have a friend that does zumba classes, and uses the Wii game at home some other times, she seems to still be able to enjoy it and get a work out from it. I've not been allowed to watch, but I'm sure it'd be fun!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:56 PM
this woman running in very tight compression shorts that she filled out quite nicely. My competitive nature would not allow me to stay with them, I passed them and her.
Of course you did....
*side eye at Cheekee*
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:56 PM
I just ordered Zumba for my Wii. I'm hoping it will be fun cardio.
Get ready to sweat. I don't know about the Wii but I find Zumba enjoyable. HOpe you like it!
I totes want to sweat, so that will be good. I just don't want to get bored with it.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 05:59 PM
I just ordered Zumba for my Wii. I'm hoping it will be fun cardio.
Get ready to sweat. I don't know about the Wii but I find Zumba enjoyable. HOpe you like it!
I totes want to sweat, so that will be good. I just don't want to get bored with it.
Hopefully it has a bunch of different songs and you can just select different ones on any given day. That is what I like about the classes, they switch up the routines every once in awhile. I also know that they have routines on YouTube that you can work out too, so if you do get bored with your Wii you can throw in some of those.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 06:18 PM
this woman running in very tight compression shorts that she filled out quite nicely. My competitive nature would not allow me to stay with them, I passed them and her.
Of course you did....
*side eye at Cheekee*
Full Disclosuer: I am a guy so I did notice, but one thing I hate is when guys oogle and leer at women and make crude comments - I was not raised that way, so I got the heck out of that situation.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 06:05 PM
this woman running in very tight compression shorts that she filled out quite nicely. My competitive nature would not allow me to stay with them, I passed them and her.
Of course you did....
*side eye at Cheekee*
Full Disclosuer: I am a guy so I did notice, but one thing I hate is when guys oogle and leer at women and make crude comments - I was not raised that way, so I got the heck out of that situation.
^^^ he's a keeper
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 06:15 PM
::oogles and leers at TJ::
Dang, dude. You got it goin' on!
Sorry, had to.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 06:40 PM
You know, it was fine to oogle and leer, but the crude comment put you over the edge Pup! Shameful.
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 07:45 PM
I just ordered Zumba for my Wii. I'm hoping it will be fun cardio.
Kitten, you'll have to let us know if you like this or not. I've been thinking about getting it too. I've gone to the class a couple times with my daughter and I think I got a better workout from laughing than the actual exercise. I'm hoping the Wii game is just as fun.
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/13/12 09:04 PM
Santa brought Kid Wonder the zumba for Wii for Christmas. We have fun with this. She spends all her time laughing at me, then I get tickled. But it is fun - good cardio.
So I'm late to the party. Been keeping up with the thread, but we've been invaded by examiners (there's like 30 here) and haven't had time to post. I'm super exceited about this as I've gotten really out of shape in the last year. Been able to the right number of pushups on my balance ball each day. My husband and my oldest son are also doing the challenge.
We also started the Couch to 5K this week, though I'm a little concerned since I'm having shin splints already...any advice for treating shin splints and still being able to get in some cardio?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/15/12 06:40 PM
WELCOME TO WEEK 3!!If you're like me, you are planking by week, so if you are, it is Week 3, Day 1. Up your time/reps.
Also, it's day 15 - if you are following the original program. If you have decided to follow your own modified program, let us know what you are doing.
Did you think that you would be able to do this 2 weeks ago? I hope you all are feeling as proud of yourselves as I am.
Keep it up.
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 12:10 PM
I am still doing the double +2, and starting to struggle. I may have to stick with the double count without any new add ons until the day catches up to my number...(does that make sense?)
Figure I can build up my strength by doing 30 a day for at least the next week...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 02:03 PM
I've been staying caught up with the pushups (modified)... up to 45 second planks (front and each side).
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 02:12 PM
Nice, Manimal!
I just got Zumba for Wii. It wasn't pretty, but I had a blast.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 02:16 PM
Up'd my pushups to 30 on my weight training days. Still not too bad, but I'm not looking forward to the days of having to do 100+.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 02:30 PM
Nice, Manimal!
I just got Zumba for Wii. It wasn't pretty, but I had a blast.
Sometimes I think just turning the music up and dancing around my place would be the most fun workout evaah!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 02:32 PM
You guys (gals) are doing great!! I think there may be a Zumba subset of closet dancers emerging!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 02:33 PM
Nice, Manimal!
I just got Zumba for Wii. It wasn't pretty, but I had a blast.
Sometimes I think just turning the music up and dancing around my place would be the most fun workout evaah!
Video request!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 02:47 PM
Nice, Manimal!
I just got Zumba for Wii. It wasn't pretty, but I had a blast.
Sometimes I think just turning the music up and dancing around my place would be the most fun workout evaah!
It was fun, but my goat, my spine has NO flexibility. Apparently.
Even the cats were a little freaked.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 03:07 PM
Flexiblity will come with activity and repitition.
Are you stretching any Kit?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 03:30 PM
Yes, I do stretch. I have always liked stretching.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 03:45 PM
I stretch to the top of my cupboards where the liquor is kept!
Stretching is so very important in all exercises, for both flexibility and injury prevention. :Music Notes: The more you know! :Music notes: (stolen from the old NBC commercials)
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 04:58 PM
Okay, so I took a step back on my day off yesterday. After sleeping until 11, I got up, showered and did a set of 20. I then went to the kitchen, had lunch, then took a nap. Out of guilt, I did a set of 16, took another nap, then was in bed with the aide of Ny-Quil around 9.
So, this morning I did sets of 20, 16, and 18.
I'm happiest that I have been consistently able to put up 20 in my first set each of the last few days. I know that by year's end, those will have to be bigger sets, so my goal is to continue to increase my first set. The fact that I was able to increase with my 3rd set was also encouraging. Now, I'm not talking about a 2 minute rest between sets here. It's at least 5-10. If I did them back to back, my 2nd set would have been closer to 12 and my 3rd would have been closer to 8. I need the reps and need to be able to lift my arms throughout the day, so I am trying to take it easy. Tying my tie was interesting this morning as that last set of 18 was pretty close to muscle failure. I plan to put up 2 more sets this evening, each at or above 16. We'll see how it goes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 05:08 PM
You know you've done a good arm workout when you need assistance to wash your hair and button your shirt! It's also just a good excuse
Keep up the good work!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 05:16 PM
You know you've done a good arm workout when you need assistance to wash your hair and button your shirt! It's also just a good excuse
Keep up the good work!
So very true! You know you did well when you have to "get your nerve up" to try and pull your T-shirt off over your head!
Pup, you are really doing well! Keep doing it the way that you are. The numbers will come. Be patient. Be consistant. Your wrestling brain is kicking in already. Working through the sickness is like working through the pain.
Someone once described a high-intensity workout as one where, if a bear came crashing in as soon as you were done, you'd ask him to come back later so you could actually run away.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 05:18 PM
You know you've done a good arm workout when you need assistance to wash your hair and button your shirt! It's also just a good excuse
Keep up the good work!
That takes me to the time when I went snowboarding for the first time. The next day I could barely get my arms up to wash my hair and when I finally got them up to my head, I had to move my head to lather instead of my hands. I don't think my arms had ever had that good of a workout til then and since! ALl that having to push up when I fell on my booty.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 05:22 PM
Someone once described a high-intensity workout as one where, if a bear came crashing in as soon as you were done, you'd ask him to come back later so you could actually run away.
Been there. A really good leg workout is one where you wobble with every step. In fact, we used to do upper body on one day and legs the other, resting one day. On leg days, we also did cardio, which was often a one on one game of full court basketball. Ahhhhhhh, the days.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 05:28 PM
Yesterday I finally had to break up my sets.
I did a solid 12, then after the spa, another 4.
I was also good and went to the gym for tradmill and elliptical.
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 05:50 PM
Did my pushups yesterday! I'm back on track. As long as my husband doesn't catch me and yell at me, I can do them on my knees.
Does anyone know of any other kind of exercises I can do without putting any weight on my right ankle? I had been in a good 6 month workout routine, and now I feel like [censored] since I can't run or do anything!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 05:50 PM
haha, I forgot [censored] is censored. It's not a naughty word!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 06:05 PM
Did my pushups yesterday! I'm back on track. As long as my husband doesn't catch me and yell at me, I can do them on my knees.
Does anyone know of any other kind of exercises I can do without putting any weight on my right ankle? I had been in a good 6 month workout routine, and now I feel like [censored] since I can't run or do anything!
At home or at a gym? There are lots of good exercises you can do with out an ankle. Knee pushups you are doing. You can do the same with planks or do them with one leg up. Crunches are good. Get some power bands and you can do your entire upper body from a seated postion.... lots of good options.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 06:05 PM
:stares:
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 06:12 PM
Did my pushups yesterday! I'm back on track. As long as my husband doesn't catch me and yell at me, I can do them on my knees.
Does anyone know of any other kind of exercises I can do without putting any weight on my right ankle? I had been in a good 6 month workout routine, and now I feel like [censored] since I can't run or do anything!
At home or at a gym? There are lots of good exercises you can do with out an ankle. Knee pushups you are doing. You can do the same with planks or do them with one leg up. Crunches are good. Get some power bands and you can do your entire upper body from a seated postion.... lots of good options.
either. I'm going to miss my cardio though. Thanks for the suggestions.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 06:25 PM
Doce (Spanish for 12),
Although there are plenty of exercises you can accomplish without putting actual weight on your ankle, check with your doctor about how healing works if you get your heart rate up (increased blood flow, etc) with exercise in your upper body, etc.
With his/her blessing, go for it. Without it, take it easy and jump back on later.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 06:40 PM
You have officially been a round Deek too much.....
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 07:34 PM
Good point Pup, thanks for that.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 07:46 PM
Anything to help someone from the homeland.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 07:47 PM
Wait, you're a Jackrabbit...I've sworn never to help a Jackrabbit! Go 'Yotes!!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 07:59 PM
Haha, actually, I'm a Dragon...I went to school in Minnesota! But most of my siblings are Jackrabbits!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 08:00 PM
They are apparently speaking in some secret Iowan dialect.....
Klatu, birrada nicto?
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 08:02 PM
I'm not from Iowa! How dare you!
South Dakota is much better.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 08:06 PM
I'm not from Iowa! How dare you!
South Dakota is much better.
Sorry!
Emaciyapi lo BankBB1!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 09:05 PM
I'm not from Iowa! How dare you!
South Dakota is much better.
Easy there, killer!! I went to college in SoDak and I currently live in Oklahoma, but an Iowan I shall forever be!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 09:11 PM
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/12 11:57 PM
I've been a slacker over the weekend.
Now I'm making up for it today.
Started with 14, second set was 17, third set was 16 and I will finish off with the 15 before bed tonight.
This will remind me not to forget to do them again!!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 01:57 PM
18 today.
I'm still doing them on my knees. But as the week changes I do the full pushup for that. So today I did 3 full pushups and 15 knee pushups. Those 3 felt pretty good, too.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 02:19 PM
Sets of 18, 18 and 16 this morning. I was sore going to bed and very sore waking up, so I'm happy with what I did. I'll put up one set of 16 tonight.
I'm getting very close to not being able to complete the total required in my first set. I'll "max" each day with my first set until I can no longer make it. While that will likely hinder the total sets I can do, it is my goal to make it to 25. I don't see 31 as a possibility at this point, but who knows.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 02:19 PM
Good plan, Kit. Keep it up.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 02:26 PM
Thanks, guys.
I've ben able to keep up with the required number each day. I do mine on a balance ball though. Hoping to move it to my knees by end of the week. I have started to notice that I have muscles and some definition. It's awesome. Now if I could just dedicate myself to the running thing as much as I've dedicated myself to the push-ups, I might actually slim down some too!
Posted By: BotV#6
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 02:55 PM
Wait, you're a Jackrabbit...I've sworn never to help a Jackrabbit! Go 'Yotes!!
Especially after the beat down the Jackrabbits gave your Yotes this last weekend.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 03:03 PM
Oh, that was commonplace when I was a 'Yote, too. ::sigh::
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 04:07 PM
I just realized this morning that my dog can plank effortlessly for very long periods of time. It's almost like she is just standing there.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 03:59 PM
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHHA
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 04:32 PM
Sets of 18, 18 and 16 this morning. I was sore going to bed and very sore waking up, so I'm happy with what I did. I'll put up one set of 16 tonight.
I'm getting very close to not being able to complete the total required in my first set. I'll "max" each day with my first set until I can no longer make it. While that will likely hinder the total sets I can do, it is my goal to make it to 25. I don't see 31 as a possibility at this point, but who knows.
Pup, the guy that holds the world record for pushups started with just 1. you are doing great!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 04:35 PM
Just curious for a show of hands (so to speak) how many of you have noticed a
diverence difference in your body since we started this, because I know some of you have.....
You dont even need to answer, just wanted you to note what has changed. Even those who are concerned that you only do knee pushups or a few "real" one's....how many could you do before?
You are all doing really amazing!
Fixed
Thanks Pale!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 04:37 PM
Ditto.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 04:59 PM
At first I read BBB1's post as whether my body was noticing a deliverance.
I ain't been delivered yet but am looking forward to the experience.
Now as to a difference, not in this tired worn out body, but that may be an age thing....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 05:36 PM
At first I read BBB1's post as whether my body was noticing a deliverance.
I ain't been delivered yet but am looking forward to the experience.
Now as to a difference, not in this tired worn out body, but that may be an age thing....
Yeah....bad spelling only! Really hope that nobody is hearing banjo music and having a "Delivernce" experience!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 05:54 PM
Do more push-ups, or else??
I'm not sure that's the kind of motivation that people here want or need!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 05:59 PM
Do more pushups or pay in beer?
THAT's motivation
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 06:00 PM
Not MORE pushups, just pushups in general.
I can't WAIT until I get my free Hefeweizen from Jen.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 06:01 PM
Do more push-ups, or else??
I'm not sure that's the kind of motivation that people here want or need!
Ok....
:calls KY:
"....Hello! Yeah, hi...you can cancel the Hillbillys."
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 08:25 PM
I can do almost 15 without breaking stride now. About 15 more than I could do before!
My running resolution was to buck up and not go home before 2 miles when I get out, and it was the right decision - I've been making it to 3 much more consistently now! (Even in 20 degrees, once even in the snow...) Definitely time to start perusing the state for 5K races (always made better by omelette parties at our house after.)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 08:14 PM
Way to go CheshireAliCat!!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 08:31 PM
I am having a real bad day....now I read CheshireAli as saying she can do almost 15 without breaking wind...
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 08:51 PM
I can do almost 15 without breaking stride now. About 15 more than I could do before!
My running resolution was to buck up and not go home before 2 miles when I get out, and it was the right decision - I've been making it to 3 much more consistently now! (Even in 20 degrees, once even in the snow...) Definitely time to start perusing the state for 5K races (always made better by omelette parties at our house after.)
AWESOME!!
I am having a real bad day....now I read CheshireAli as saying she can do almost 15 without breaking wind...
Is it your old eyes or old mind?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 09:47 PM
I can do almost 15 without breaking stride now. About 15 more than I could do before!
My running resolution was to buck up and not go home before 2 miles when I get out, and it was the right decision - I've been making it to 3 much more consistently now! (Even in 20 degrees, once even in the snow...) Definitely time to start perusing the state for 5K races (always made better by omelette parties at our house after.)
:heads pops up:
Omlettes!?!? Omlettes where!?
Way to go Smiley! Thats great!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 09:49 PM
So people are telling me that I shouldn't work out everyday. Are they full of you know what?? I am confused
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 10:12 PM
Your body does need time to rest.
I only run 4 days a week, even in marathon training. I try to fill two others with yoga, strength training, or cross training of some sort. One day needs to be truly rest. (minus this insane push up obsession)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 10:01 PM
So people are telling me that I shouldn't work out everyday. Are they full of you know what?? I am confused
Well, who are the people? Yes, they may be full of waste.
If you are doing resistance or weight training then, yes there is some validity to the statement, sort of. When you lift, the specific muscles that you worked need 48 hours of recouperation. So if you did a full body workout in the weight room, or some similar resistance training, you would do it M-W-F. If you do a slpit routine, (Monday=chest, Tuesday=back, Wednesday=shoulders, Thursday=legs, Friday=arms) you workout everyday, but each muscle gets a week of rest. It just depends on what your goal is.
You can work abs everyday.
If you are running, doing cardio or etc, you can do it every day, but some variance in speed and distance may be of help.
You can do pushups everyday.
I hope that helps some.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 10:02 PM
Recovery days are important, or at least to alternate muscle groups that you're working on. I don't think you'll find many people that actually work out 7 days a week, I only do 6 myself. A lot of people I know take off Sunday and Wednesday or something like that. Or at least consider one day to be a lighter workout. It's necessary to give yourself rest so muscles can rebuild and also to prevent strain/injury.
Edit: What ^^ he said.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 10:40 PM
Thanks guys, that does help a lot. I think I am doing enough different things that I won't strain anything. But The advice is wonderful. I swear this thread and all of you have been very very encouraging and not only that but you all are keeping me accountable!
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/18/12 11:26 PM
So people are telling me that I shouldn't work out everyday. Are they full of you know what?? I am confused
it depends what tyhpe of workout your are doing, cardio or strength training. for cardio, usually 1-2 days of rest per week is sufficient (studies have shown that working out 7 days a week is actually worse for you over a long period of time as your body does need the rest). If you are doing weights, every other day is sufficient.
This is a very high level answer...and it can change depending on the type of training you're doing, if you add something other than straight cardio (running, walking, eliptical, etc) or weights - like yoga, pilates, stretching, swimming, etc
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 12:37 PM
That's why as the numbers of pushups gets higher, you might also think about doing them every other day. Once we're up to 100+, you can do them on even days or odd days, etc.
No one should do so much as to get hurt. The old adage "no pain, no gain" is not a good one.
Recovery is King, Exercise is Queen.
I typically follow a 4-day cycle.
No Intensity Day: Joint Mobility, Body Rolling
Low Intensity Day: Generally yoga
Moderate Intensity: Training work (5 or 6 on a scale of 1 - 10)
High Intensity: Training work (8 or 9 on a scale of 1 - 10)
If I wanted to apply this to doing 100 push-ups, one approach would be:
No Intensity: Joint Mobility, extra shoulder, elbow and wrist mobility
Low Intensity: basic stress conversion set of poses (another post)
Moderate: 5 pushups on the minute for 20 minutes
High: 6 pushups on the minute for 16 minutes.
No:
Low:
Moderate: 6 pushups on the minute for 16 minutes
High: 7 pushups on the minute for 15 minutes
etc, etc, ratcheting up the 'density' (work over time) as you go.
Eventually, if it was your goal, you'd get to doing 1 single set of 100 pushups.
Posted By: Hobbes
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 01:35 PM
Alright I have a question on the pushups, and i apologize if it's already been asked.
What's better, doing the pushups as fast as you can, or dropping slowly, holding, and pushing back up slowly?
It's not a question of better. It's a question of what it is you are trying to train.
slow, controlled pushups have a greater 'time under tension' and will tend to develop muscular strength.
rapid pushups have less total time under tension, and train plyometric strength, combined (when you are capable of sufficient volume) with a 'cardio' effect.
There's nothing to say that you can't mix them.
Here's something to try:
set a timer for 20 seconds.
do 1 pushup that takes 10 seconds to descend and 10 seconds to pushup.
rest 20 seconds
now do as many pushups as you can in 20 seconds. You have to keep working for the entire 20 seconds.
repeat that pair 4 times.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 01:40 PM
Do more push-ups, or else??
I'm not sure that's the kind of motivation that people here want or need!
Ok....
:calls KY:
"....Hello! Yeah, hi...you can cancel the Hillbillys."
Hey!!! That movie was based in Georgia not Kentucky!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 01:44 PM
I was honestly surprised last night when I was able to do all 18 (modified) in one set. Feeling good.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 01:59 PM
I was honestly surprised last night when I was able to do all 18 (modified) in one set. Feeling good.
The wolfette is getting strong!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 02:00 PM
Do more push-ups, or else??
I'm not sure that's the kind of motivation that people here want or need!
Ok....
:calls KY:
"....Hello! Yeah, hi...you can cancel the Hillbillys."
Hey!!! That movie was based in Georgia not Kentucky!!
Could just as easily have been in SE Oklahoma....really! We have the river, the cliffs, Ole Toofus...everything!
Posted By: Hobbes
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 02:49 PM
It's not a question of better. It's a question of what it is you are trying to train.
slow, controlled pushups have a greater 'time under tension' and will tend to develop muscular strength.
rapid pushups have less total time under tension, and train plyometric strength, combined (when you are capable of sufficient volume) with a 'cardio' effect.
There's nothing to say that you can't mix them.
Here's something to try:
set a timer for 20 seconds.
do 1 pushup that takes 10 seconds to descend and 10 seconds to pushup.
rest 20 seconds
now do as many pushups as you can in 20 seconds. You have to keep working for the entire 20 seconds.
repeat that pair 4 times.
Thanks for the input.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 02:44 PM
Ok check this schedule out:
Monday: Aqua Aerobics - light to moderate intensity 45 min.
Tuesday: Body Pump - All over strengthening with a weight bar including pushups, planking, back, shoulders, quads, triceps and biceps. 45 min Still hurting from this one
Wednesday: alternating weeks Core training, High intensity with weights and aqua aerobics 45 min
Thursday: Zumba-moderate intenstity cardio 45 min
Friday: Day off
Saturday: Zumba 1 hr high intesity
Sunday Day off or 1 hour treadmill - light to moderate
Is that a good mix or would you "more seasoned" exercisers do something different?
On paper, it doesn't seem to have enough recovery built into it. How do you feel with this schedule; sore, creaky, are you getting enough sleep?
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 03:10 PM
Right now I am pretty sore. It was from the Tuesday class. Otherwise everything is pretty good. What would you skip or do differently?
My goal is to lose weight. I really want to win this competition they have going on at work. I don't want to sabatoge it by trying to do much too soon. Of course I am focusing on diet as well. Overall fitness and strength is also a goal as I would like to start snowboarding again.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 03:31 PM
Ok check this schedule out:
Monday: Aqua Aerobics - light to moderate intensity 45 min.
Tuesday: Body Pump - All over strengthening with a weight bar including pushups, planking, back, shoulders, quads, triceps and biceps. 45 min Still hurting from this one
Wednesday: alternating weeks Core training, High intensity with weights and aqua aerobics 45 min
Thursday: Zumba-moderate intenstity cardio 45 min
Friday: Day off
Saturday: Zumba 1 hr high intesity
Sunday Day off or 1 hour treadmill - light to moderate
Is that a good mix or would you "more seasoned" exercisers do something different?
Bec, most of this is cardio and has some viability. So if you feel ok, its probably alright. Body Pump and Core training would be better with a day in beteween (Tue - Thur), but if you are doing classes, it may not be an option.
HG is dead on with getting enough rest and your diet is critical with this schedule. you need quality calories, no junk! Good proteins and complex carbs. A good multivitamin daily and even some glutamine will help.
Keep up the impressive work!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 03:49 PM
Thank you very much! I appreciate the wisdom and advice. Just want something that is sustainable and effective. I think this schedule will do it of course until it all changes next quarter
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:19 PM
Just have pushups to report. I'm sore, too. I can't wait until NEXT (that means the one after the one coming up, to clarify) Sunday, when the pool hall will be closed for good.
Finished yesterday with 68 total in 4 sets
19, 16 and 16 this morning. Eeked out the 19. But, I was up too late and ate too late last night, having gone a full 10 hours without food, so I didn't sleep well.
Without the pool hall to keep me out late, I'll be able to settle into a better routine, mixing in other muscle groups, spending more time cooking good food, etc.
I'm looking forward to being able to pull the bike down off the wall of the garage and start logging some miles. Strengthening the legs and building cardio will definitely help with these pushups.
Good questions, Bec. Keep it up. I'm learning a ton from all you guys. It's been a solid 18 years since I've really done much of anything other than riding a mountain bike for fun. Thanks HG, Matt and BCubed.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:22 PM
I know this thread is technically the pushup thread, but my heart is happy that it seems that everyone has been motivated to do just a little bit more than you used to.
Trying new things, pushing yourself a little more. I love it!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:23 PM
Poodle curls. Apparently all you need to know in order to get buff.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:24 PM
LOL!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:28 PM
Just have pushups to report. I'm sore, too. I can't wait until NEXT (that means the one after the one coming up, to clarify) Sunday, when the pool hall will be closed for good.
Finished yesterday with 68 total in 4 sets
19, 16 and 16 this morning. Eeked out the 19. But, I was up too late and ate too late last night, having gone a full 10 hours without food, so I didn't sleep well.
Without the pool hall to keep me out late, I'll be able to settle into a better routine, mixing in other muscle groups, spending more time cooking good food, etc.
I'm looking forward to being able to pull the bike down off the wall of the garage and start logging some miles. Strengthening the legs and building cardio will definitely help with these pushups.
Good questions, Bec. Keep it up. I'm learning a ton from all you guys. It's been a solid 18 years since I've really done much of anything other than riding a mountain bike for fun. Thanks HG, Matt and BCubed.
Bike + Mount Scott = All the exercise you could possibly want!
Hang tough my friend! You have already won the battle in your mind, the rest is just for fun!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:30 PM
I know this thread is technically the pushup thread, but my heart is happy that it seems that everyone has been motivated to do just a little bit more than you used to.
Trying new things, pushing yourself a little more. I love it!
:HUGZ Kit:
This was such a great idea!
Thanks!!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:35 PM
I know this thread is technically the pushup thread, but my heart is happy that it seems that everyone has been motivated to do just a little bit more than you used to.
Trying new things, pushing yourself a little more. I love it!
:HUGZ Kit:
This was such a great idea!
Thanks!!
Kit, it really has inspired me. The pushups were the catalyst and now with everyone on here posting and such it has inpired me to push myself a little bit. Who knew what pushups could do right????
I am so happy to be a part of this! What a network of encouragement and accountablilty.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:38 PM
I totes agree Bec. I can't keep up with all the hard bodies, but I love to see how great every one is doing.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:53 PM
Doing something and seeing improvement is a great motivator! Success is infectious!
If you can dream it, you can do it!
When you grow up, you can be anything you set your mind to!
Motivation. It'll make you do stuff.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 04:57 PM
*stares*
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:11 PM
Motivation. It'll make you do stuff.
There is a great T-shirt/poster in there somewhere! We need a picture to go with it!
Something like a torreafdor with a bulls horn up his.....cape!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:12 PM
You can personalize t-shirts at Zazzle.com.
That would be cool.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:13 PM
Challenge T-shirt?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:15 PM
Shouldn't the pushup tee shirt have our T-Rex on it?????
(drink up)
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:16 PM
"Official T-Shirt of the 2012 Push-up Challenge"
And on the back:
"I survived, because Motivation makes you do stuff"
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:16 PM
I saw a pic/story about some 86 year old granny that's all buff and in shape. It showed her deadlifting 180+ pounds, it was pretty funny and awesome!
I'm considering a second career as a motivational speaker, I beleive I have a talent for it, based on my homemade motivational phrases such as those above. If you'd like me to make an appearance at your office, a wedding reception, your kid's birthday party, etc., please PM me for pricing and availability.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:17 PM
Shouldn't the pushup tee shirt have our T-Rex on it?????
(drink up)
I think that would be piracy in some way, we'd probably have to put a black box over the image of the offending dinosaur to get away with it!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:18 PM
"Official T-Shirt of the 2012 Push-up Challenge"
And on the back:
"I survived, because Motivation makes you do stuff"
I love this!! Oh and I need another t-shirt!
okay, not really, but I want one!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:18 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:20 PM
I saw a pic/story about some 86 year old granny that's all buff and in shape. It showed her deadlifting 180+ pounds, it was pretty funny and awesome!
I'm considering a second career as a motivational speaker, I beleive I have a talent for it, based on my homemade motivational phrases such as those above. If you'd like me to make an appearance at your office, a wedding reception, your kid's birthday party, etc., please PM me for pricing and availability.
Start at cemetary's and hospitals specializing in catatonics! They cant leave!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:28 PM
I saw a pic/story about some 86 year old granny that's all buff and in shape. It showed her deadlifting 180+ pounds, it was pretty funny and awesome!
I'm considering a second career as a motivational speaker, I beleive I have a talent for it, based on my homemade motivational phrases such as those above. If you'd like me to make an appearance at your office, a wedding reception, your kid's birthday party, etc., please PM me for pricing and availability.
Wedding reception?? What like a pep talk for the groom??? LOLZ!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:35 PM
I saw a pic/story about some 86 year old granny that's all buff and in shape. It showed her deadlifting 180+ pounds, it was pretty funny and awesome!
I'm considering a second career as a motivational speaker, I beleive I have a talent for it, based on my homemade motivational phrases such as those above. If you'd like me to make an appearance at your office, a wedding reception, your kid's birthday party, etc., please PM me for pricing and availability.
Wedding reception?? What like a pep talk for the groom??? LOLZ!
Nearly all grooms need one the day of, I figure. You might not know this though, I'd bet yours was one of the few that didn't have second thoughts the day of
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:39 PM
I saw a pic/story about some 86 year old granny that's all buff and in shape. It showed her deadlifting 180+ pounds, it was pretty funny and awesome!
I'm considering a second career as a motivational speaker, I beleive I have a talent for it, based on my homemade motivational phrases such as those above. If you'd like me to make an appearance at your office, a wedding reception, your kid's birthday party, etc., please PM me for pricing and availability.
Wedding reception?? What like a pep talk for the groom??? LOLZ!
Seez Matt at the reception, adjusting his tie, "ala Rodney Dangerfield"..."Let me tell ya, I dont get no respect...."
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:47 PM
I saw a pic/story about some 86 year old granny that's all buff and in shape. It showed her deadlifting 180+ pounds, it was pretty funny and awesome!
I'm considering a second career as a motivational speaker, I beleive I have a talent for it, based on my homemade motivational phrases such as those above. If you'd like me to make an appearance at your office, a wedding reception, your kid's birthday party, etc., please PM me for pricing and availability.
Wedding reception?? What like a pep talk for the groom??? LOLZ!
Nearly all grooms need one the day of, I figure. You might not know this though, I'd bet yours was one of the few that didn't have second thoughts the day of
I spent the night before at his brother's place (he was the best man). In the morning he left and went over to our place (where the hubs was) to help him get ready. Before he left, at like 6AM I grabbed him by the collar and said, "I don't care what you do or drink beforehand, just make sure he shows up."
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 05:52 PM
I hope I can count on my best man to do the same...he can be a bad influence!
So, about those push-ups then...
67,158
67,159
67,160
...67,161
Okay, I guess I'm done for the year!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:22 PM
In 24 hours, you will be able to buy a shirt that says
Motivation. It'll make you do stuff.
I'll give you a cut of any money I make.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:30 PM
How much!?!? I want one for real!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:30 PM
In 24 hours, you will be able to buy a shirt that says
Motivation. It'll make you do stuff.
I'll give you a cut of any money I make.
I would totally buy me one of those!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:39 PM
I would totally let someone buy me one of those, and then I would more than likely wear it!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:39 PM
I am having a real bad day....now I read CheshireAli as saying she can do almost 15 without breaking wind...
I did almost 14 and then broke wind
Yesterday I did all 18 together but the last 3 or so were a little more shallow than the rest. I just didn't want to stop and do the rest later since it was before bed.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:42 PM
http://www.zazzle.com/motivational_t_shirts-235560187833500988This link should work eventually. I just tried it and it's not live yet.
The price is $20.10 (they set it, I don't). Cheaper if you buy in bulk.
I also have one that says "It's one of the Smooshy-faced breeds" just because I think that is too funny.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:48 PM
I feel I should have been given credit for this, but because i have not trademarked the phrase, I suppose that means I can't sue for theft of intellectual property...dang it! I probably missed out on the only million dollar idea I'll ever have!
Also, why do they not have a men's baby doll fit? That's discrimination!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:49 PM
Also, why do they not have a men's baby doll fit? That's discrimination!
You mean a smedium?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 06:50 PM
I feel I should have been given credit for this, but because i have not trademarked the phrase, I suppose that means I can't sue for theft of intellectual property...dang it! I probably missed out on the only million dollar idea I'll ever have!
Also, why do they not have a men's baby doll fit? That's discrimination!
That's why I said I would share any $ I make! I'm not greedy!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 07:15 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 07:15 PM
Also, why do they not have a men's baby doll fit? That's discrimination!
You mean a smedium?
I only wear t-shirts that are the stretchy athletic material. They make my pecs pop and don't flutter in the breeze like these regular shirts do!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 08:23 PM
We made our Cross Country shirts every year, and these were what we wore on cold racedays.
On one of them, we had our name on the top of the back with the phrase: "I'm not the fastest, but I'm ahead of you" in big letters.
Coach wouldn't let us go with either of the following:
"Prairie Chickens do it Better in the Grass"
"Cross Country is a sport, the rest are just games"
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 08:25 PM
I love that one. I'll be wearing it this summer.
Right now I am pretty sore. It was from the Tuesday class. Otherwise everything is pretty good. What would you skip or do differently?
My goal is to lose weight. I really want to win this competition they have going on at work. I don't want to sabatoge it by trying to do much too soon. Of course I am focusing on diet as well. Overall fitness and strength is also a goal as I would like to start snowboarding again.
I would put a Joint Mobility (No Intensity) day after any high intensity day. That's not a day off. It's a day of 'active recovery'. Here's a good
follow-along Joint Mobility .
I wouldn't have more than 2 high intensity days in a given 7-day period.
It's called Intu-Flow, but that's not really important, what's important is the systematic approach to moving and lubricating all the joints you stressed in your high intensity work.
Also on SloFloFitnessTV is a body-weight routine called Flow-Fit. I highly recommend it.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 08:36 PM
We made our Cross Country shirts every year, and these were what we wore on cold racedays.
On one of them, we had our name on the top of the back with the phrase: "I'm not the fastest, but I'm ahead of you" in big letters.
Coach wouldn't let us go with either of the following:
"Prairie Chickens do it Better in the Grass"
"Cross Country is a sport, the rest are just games"
I like both of those!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 09:11 PM
http://www.zazzle.com/motivational_t_shirts-235560187833500988This link should work eventually. I just tried it and it's not live yet.
The price is $20.10 (they set it, I don't). Cheaper if you buy in bulk.
I also have one that says "It's one of the Smooshy-faced breeds" just because I think that is too funny.
Mine is on it's way!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 09:47 PM
http://www.zazzle.com/motivational_t_shirts-235560187833500988This link should work eventually. I just tried it and it's not live yet.
The price is $20.10 (they set it, I don't). Cheaper if you buy in bulk.
I also have one that says "It's one of the Smooshy-faced breeds" just because I think that is too funny.
Mine is on it's way!
Did you order it in orange?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 09:48 PM
http://www.zazzle.com/motivational_t_shirts-235560187833500988This link should work eventually. I just tried it and it's not live yet.
The price is $20.10 (they set it, I don't). Cheaper if you buy in bulk.
I also have one that says "It's one of the Smooshy-faced breeds" just because I think that is too funny.
Mine is on it's way!
Did you order it in orange?
I have 18 orange shirts...went with grey.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/19/12 09:51 PM
Also, why do they not have a men's baby doll fit? That's discrimination!
You mean a smedium?
I only wear t-shirts that are the stretchy athletic material. They make my pecs pop and don't flutter in the breeze like these regular shirts do!
I dont need a tshirt to make my pecs pop!
I find a little shading with some tan make-up does it nicely!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 12:48 AM
I am so not going there.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 01:14 PM
http://www.zazzle.com/motivational_t_shirts-235560187833500988This link should work eventually. I just tried it and it's not live yet.
The price is $20.10 (they set it, I don't). Cheaper if you buy in bulk.
I also have one that says "It's one of the Smooshy-faced breeds" just because I think that is too funny.
Mine is on it's way!
I think I make $2, so I owe Matt $1. The other one will go to charity.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 01:38 PM
Chicken!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 01:39 PM
Here's a new version. Dont sleep for 48 hours then, try to do 50! Its not the doing them....its trying to count them!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 01:57 PM
I would rather sleep for 48 straight hours and then try them.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 02:07 PM
I would rather sleep for 48 straight hours and then try them.
You should still get a counter....
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 02:09 PM
So, I woke up with a headache, very sore shoulders and a stuffed up face. Before I even got out of bed, I decide that I wouldn't do any pushups this morning, but I'd do them all this evening.
I fell asleep for about 20 minutes, had a completely irrevalant dream, woke up, took a shower then decided to try a set.
I normally do 3 sets in the morning and one at night. Last night, instead of doing regular pushups, I did about 50 (20 with my hands inverted) leaning pushups against the bar at the pool hall. I counted them as 20 because they really weren't that difficult.
I managed 20 on my first set, waited about 10 minutes (applying the pre-electric shave lotion and letting the dog outside), did 18 more, let the dog in, shaved, did 20 more, finished getting ready, and did 20 more.
So, I managed 20, 18, 20, 20 when I hadn't planned on doing any. That's a daily PR before 7:30.
I plan to approach tomorrow mornign with a similar pessimism.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 02:15 PM
Pup, you do find a new approach! But if it works, go with it!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 02:52 PM
Chicken!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 02:40 PM
http://www.zazzle.com/motivational_t_shirts-235560187833500988This link should work eventually. I just tried it and it's not live yet.
The price is $20.10 (they set it, I don't). Cheaper if you buy in bulk.
I also have one that says "It's one of the Smooshy-faced breeds" just because I think that is too funny.
Mine is on it's way!
I think I make $2, so I owe Matt $1. The other one will go to charity.
I am not an officially recognized charity or I'd suggest me! Feel free to donate my share as well, preferrably anonymously. I don't do this for the press! Also, if you can find something extremely random, that would be even better!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 03:21 PM
Answer to how many can I do in a minute? 61. Matt can probably do more, but being young is cheating!
I think I started too fast. I wouldn't recommend doing them that way for everyday exercise.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 03:30 PM
Well...I don't know, I've not actually tried in a while. Maybe I'll give it a go tomorrow and let you know! If you don't hear back from me, assume I didn't outdue you
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 04:04 PM
http://www.zazzle.com/motivational_t_shirts-235560187833500988This link should work eventually. I just tried it and it's not live yet.
The price is $20.10 (they set it, I don't). Cheaper if you buy in bulk.
I also have one that says "It's one of the Smooshy-faced breeds" just because I think that is too funny.
Mine is on it's way!
I think I make $2, so I owe Matt $1. The other one will go to charity.
I am not an officially recognized charity or I'd suggest me! Feel free to donate my share as well, preferrably anonymously. I don't do this for the press! Also, if you can find something extremely random, that would be even better!
I'm guessing Matt will soon be receiving a card saying "A donation in your name has been made to The Human Fund™, Money For People™."
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 05:15 PM
I support ^^^ this.
I would have also accepted the Support Group for Overworked and Underpaid Compliance Persons Fund.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 05:19 PM
Yes "George"....
:Calls Matt's parents to tell them to get the aluminum pole ready:
Posted By: JustMe!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 07:58 PM
My hubby and I decided last night to start the pushup challenge. We did our 19 pushups last night. Yes, we are little late starting it, but at least we are doing it. We are going to try and go back and do the ones that we missed. I believe we are also going to try and do the same number of sit ups.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 08:01 PM
Welcome to the club!!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 08:06 PM
WOOHOO!!! Don't feel like you have to "make up" anything. Just go forth from here!!
Been thinking of adding chair dips to my day, start out like the pushup challenge (1 today, 2 tomorrow, etc). Does anyone know if there is a "girly" way to do them, or is it just the chair method?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 10:33 PM
I did atomic push ups today but I couldn't do 20.
I'm not even sure what a chair dip is!
I did atomic push ups today but I couldn't do 20.
With TRX or some other kind of suspension gear? Good work!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 10:46 PM
Thanks HG, it was TRX, I could only get out 18. It was at the end of the class though so I was already pretty spent. Would've liked to have knocked out all 20 then and there!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/20/12 11:26 PM
Been thinking of adding chair dips to my day, start out like the pushup challenge (1 today, 2 tomorrow, etc). Does anyone know if there is a "girly" way to do them, or is it just the chair method?
I do some bench dips at the gym with my feet on something about the same height as my rear. They arent easy.
Insanity had some type of dip on the floor (on all fours), but I cant remember exactly how to do it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/21/12 03:02 PM
I'm trying to think of which you mean, the only one coming to mind is from the upper body weights dvd where you put your feet up on a bench and do your dips from the floor. I think you do 10 like that, 10 with the right leg raised, 10 with the left leg raised if I recall correctly.
Other than that one, I'm not remembering specifics, but I haven't done it in several months now.
http://exercise.about.com/od/exerciseworkouts/ss/tricepexercises_4.htmHere's a link to chair dips for anyone interested who doesn't know what they are. I think the insanity version is beyond my level. I'm still trying to ramp up my cardio. Been doing really well staying committed to the pushups and want to use the challenge as a catalyst to getting more active and in shape. Been over a year since I've been to the gym and....well let's just say, I really need to go back.
Anyway, this is a start. I'm starting dips this weekend, and hopefully will have the same commitment to them as to the pushups.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/12 02:07 PM
Welcome to week 4, day 1!! Also, day 22.
Increase your reps/time as needed.
How's everyone feeling? Good, right?
Keep it up!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 12:35 PM
The most pushups ever performed in one day was 46,001.
How's that for motivation?
Once upon a time, a rooster addressed an assembly of hens. He held aloft an ostrich egg. He said, "I am not criticizing current production, nor am I suggesting a new standard. I am merely making you aware of what is being done elsewhere."
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 01:33 PM
Our group decided we would start with 10 each day for the first week & add 2 each week. Started 16 yesterday. Those last 2 almost kill me each time. But I've stuck it out & haven't skipped a day yet.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 01:47 PM
That's awesome, debidoo!
I like how everyone is doing something a little different.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 02:01 PM
Every single pushup this weekend was a nightmare for me. I was sore from my shoveling escapade on Friday.
/end whine
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 02:27 PM
Did everyone buy their "Guns 'n Poodles" t-shirt?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 02:46 PM
Every single pushup this weekend was a nightmare for me. I was sore from my shoveling escapade on Friday.
/end whine
Yeah.....but you did them!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 05:15 PM
Two sets of 11 yesterday and sets of 12 and 11 this morning. I'm hurin' a bit. Need to slowly rehab this shoulder.
I'm looking forward to getting into some cardio and really need to add some other exercises into the mix.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 05:30 PM
Pup, experiment with hand placement a bit. Sometimes moving your hands a little closer and back a bit will relieve the shoulder strain. It pusts more resistance on the triceps and less on the chest and anterior shoulder muscle.
You are doing great my friend!
I posted a link to a "shoulder safe" structure a while back, but here are the instructions again:
The Basic Position
Pull your ribs downward at the sides, engaging the internal and external obliques as well as quadratus lumbarum (your suspenders). Pull inward your transverse abdominus (your corset) but don’t suck upward, and crunch downward your rectus abdominus (your 6 pack) pulling your chest down to your hips. This creates the strongest core activation possible with exhalation mandatory.
The part of the chamber that many have trouble lies with the pelvic tilt and leg drive. The pelvis has a small range of motion. Relax and lay down flat on the floor with arms extended above head. See your body naturally form an arch in the lower back. While laying on your back, place one hand under your lower back. Notice your hand go right under your lower back as if going through a tunnel. The key aspect of the Power Chamber is to press the lower back to the floor so that “tunnel” goes away. In order to do this you must be able to tilt the pelvis, while driving both hips forward into one line.
With the pelvic tilt, you must also contract the pelvic wall upward, as you have exhaled to contract the intercostals inward, the diaphragm downward. This muscular lock “crushes the can” of power chamber, creates a systemic knot of strength.
Exhale and engage the pelvic floor, drawing it upwards towards your navel. Think of it as the space between the pubic bone and the tailbone. Initially you may need to contract and hold the muscles around the anus and genitals, but you want to isolate and draw up the perineum (between the anus and genitals). Engaging the pelvic floor creates both powerful lift and secure rooting. This is especially useful when jumping, receiving a collision or administering force.
Squeeze your abdominals, thighs, and glutes very hard. Grab the floor with your toes and feet, and push the Earth away midfoot while knees remain bent. The tighter - the lighter!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 06:30 PM
Today is the first day I'm breaking up my pushups into small reps. My goal for this week to do them all proper and get down low.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 06:31 PM
So the pushups are getting a little boring for me, but my fiance showed em some new variations to try that work different muscles. I did a few "diamond" pushups last night. You put your hands on the ground makign a sorta diamond or triangle shape and then do the pushup--you work mote the triceps.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 06:42 PM
Pup, experiment with hand placement a bit. Sometimes moving your hands a little closer and back a bit will relieve the shoulder strain. It pusts more resistance on the triceps and less on the chest and anterior shoulder muscle.
You are doing great my friend!
That's what I started doing.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 06:45 PM
So the pushups are getting a little boring for me, but my fiance showed em some new variations to try that work different muscles. I did a few "diamond" pushups last night. You put your hands on the ground makign a sorta diamond or triangle shape and then do the pushup--you work mote the triceps.
Those are great! We did those when I was a wrestler! Do them regular enough and you'll be able to do handstand pushups too!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 06:45 PM
I posted a link to a "shoulder safe" structure a while back, but here are the instructions again:
The Basic Position
Pull your ribs downward at the sides, engaging the internal and external obliques as well as quadratus lumbarum (your suspenders). Pull inward your transverse abdominus (your corset) but don’t suck upward, and crunch downward your rectus abdominus (your 6 pack) pulling your chest down to your hips. This creates the strongest core activation possible with exhalation mandatory.
The part of the chamber that many have trouble lies with the pelvic tilt and leg drive. The pelvis has a small range of motion. Relax and lay down flat on the floor with arms extended above head. See your body naturally form an arch in the lower back. While laying on your back, place one hand under your lower back. Notice your hand go right under your lower back as if going through a tunnel. The key aspect of the Power Chamber is to press the lower back to the floor so that “tunnel” goes away. In order to do this you must be able to tilt the pelvis, while driving both hips forward into one line.
With the pelvic tilt, you must also contract the pelvic wall upward, as you have exhaled to contract the intercostals inward, the diaphragm downward. This muscular lock “crushes the can” of power chamber, creates a systemic knot of strength.
Exhale and engage the pelvic floor, drawing it upwards towards your navel. Think of it as the space between the pubic bone and the tailbone. Initially you may need to contract and hold the muscles around the anus and genitals, but you want to isolate and draw up the perineum (between the anus and genitals). Engaging the pelvic floor creates both powerful lift and secure rooting. This is especially useful when jumping, receiving a collision or administering force.
Squeeze your abdominals, thighs, and glutes very hard. Grab the floor with your toes and feet, and push the Earth away midfoot while knees remain bent. The tighter - the lighter!
Did this for PT on my lower back....not sure how it relates to pushups...
It creates a stable and integrated core structure from which to do pushups without creating undue stress on your shoulders or lower back.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 07:44 PM
It creates a stable and integrated core structure from which to do pushups without creating undue stress on your shoulders or lower back.
Think of lifting your son when he is sound asleep and dead weight, vs when is awake and wants you to pick him up. Tighter is easier to lift.
In addition the posture HG suggests invites a lot of other muscles to the party. They help in stablizing your position so the shoulder doesnt have to do as much.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/12 08:43 PM
It creates a stable and integrated core structure from which to do pushups without creating undue stress on your shoulders or lower back.
I was thinking you were posting a style of doing pushups. You have a lot of good ideas, HG. I appreciate your advice and can definitely use it right now.
This is an excellent core exercise, and I have a few of them. Now it's just a matter of putting them into use.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/12 04:22 PM
Waiting until this evening to do my 2 sets of 12. Will ice the shoulder and sleep with Icy Hot.
Why not do more sets of fewer reps? Why push the limit of your discomfort?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/12 04:30 PM
Pup, instead constantly subjecting your skin to the icy/hot. Try the thermacare pads made for the shoulder at night.
Yes it is heat as opposed to cold (Ice is still the thing imediately affter you have inflamed it), but ibuprofen or naproxen combined with the thermacare pad will make it feel better.
The Methol and camphor in the icy/hot eventually gets a little tough on your hide.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/12 04:34 PM
Why not do more sets of fewer reps? Why push the limit of your discomfort?
HG has a pretty good point here. If you are doing multiple sets because you are still building your strength, great! But if you are doing it because your shoulder won't allow it. You might need to give it a rest for a week. Especially if it is making strange or unusual noises (in most folks, that would be any noises)!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/12 07:03 PM
LOL....strange and unusual noises happen in all joints at all levels of activity (sitting, standing, walking down the hall, etc).
HG, the best answer I can provide is simply that I'm stubborn. I'll look into it, though.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 12:35 AM
Ok, the last five days I've had to divide my pushups into multiple sets. Tonight, I'm going to do 3 sets of 8 each. I'm still plugging away, but it's getting hard!
I'm loving the sense of accomplishment from our project, though. Thanks for continuing to post and motivate me. You all rock.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 12:27 PM
YAY, Sienna!!
Day 25 you guys!!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 01:58 PM
Not as much pain in the shoulder today after my 2 sets of 12 last night. When I got to 8, I felt good, so I kept on to 12. I was going to split it up into 3 sets last night, and I may do that soon anyway.
I tried putting my hands closer, and it just didn't seem to work for me at all. I think it's because I'm just THAT weak. Anyway, I'll struggle through, however I have to do it.
Perhaps sets of 10, 8 and 7 this evening...
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:03 PM
Pup, don't further hurt yourself!
Do them against the wall or a counter for a while if you have to. This isn't a do it or die trying type of thing!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:03 PM
Ok, the last five days I've had to divide my pushups into multiple sets. Tonight, I'm going to do 3 sets of 8 each. I'm still plugging away, but it's getting hard!
I'm loving the sense of accomplishment from our project, though. Thanks for continuing to post and motivate me. You all rock.
Hey Sienna, the srongest athlete on earth, even the guy that holds the worlds record, started with ...1! You are doing great!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:07 PM
Pup, don't further hurt yourself!
Do them against the wall or a counter for a while if you have to. This isn't a do it or die trying type of thing!
She has a point. You need to let the shoulder heal. Alter things for a bit maybe, and let it feel better?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:16 PM
Like I said, there's not as much pain this morning.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:30 PM
I've been doing 15, getting ready to bump it to 20 next week...
I'm so glad the weather is so much better this week, (30s and clear!) so I've been able to get out and run a bit yesterday, and I plan on it again tomorrow.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:19 PM
Awesome, Chesh!!
BTW, have you read any of the Thursday Next novels by Jasper Fforde? Chesh is the librarian of the Great Library of the Book World.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:50 PM
I don't think I can make it to the day that equals my age, this is getting too difficult.
All the best to you young folks, I won the beer bet so I just need to collect on that.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:45 PM
C'mon Pale! Not make too big a deal about it but my dad is 78 years old and he starts everyday with 100 pushups and 100 crunches.....all done consecutively! No breaks!
It can be done folks!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:50 PM
No reason you can't alter it to adding five per week or something like that too, instead of one per day. Doing what you can and trying to do more each week is still going to be a good thing for you. Don't give up on it, otherwise B^3 will send his dad over to arm wrestle you!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 02:57 PM
I'm not that mean!
Although I'll also toss out that dad is only 5'6" and weighs a pretty lean 156 lbs. Mom is only 4'10", but she's the scary one!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 03:33 PM
I have had experience with the scary ones!!!
(during menopause) I still have nightmares.....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 03:22 PM
She said she didnt have it! And when she says it with a shotgun in her hand......there's no menopause!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 03:25 PM
My mom is doing these with us. She is 77 and has 2 poorly healed broken femurs, a mis-aligned sort of healed broken (upper arm bone) and cancer. (Yeah, she's kind of a mess. But she's still my hero and she's still doing the pushups)
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 03:38 PM
^^^^ exactly why I am GOING to find a way to keep going.
Honestly, I think that if I can just make it through February, the extra time I have that I can begin to dedicate to cardio and other exercises (considering Kempo Karate twice a week), my overall fitness level and potential weight loss will make the pushups much easier and probably become just another exercise rather than my only focus.
So there!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 03:39 PM
^^^^ exactly why I am GOING to find a way to keep going.
Honestly, I think that if I can just make it through February, the extra time I have that I can begin to dedicate to cardio and other exercises (considering Kempo Karate twice a week), my overall fitness level and potential weight loss will make the pushups much easier and probably become just another exercise rather than my only focus.
So there! :flicks hair, turns, and flounces out of the thread:
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Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 03:57 PM
Reading the fixed version first makes it so much more amusing!
I can very much attest to the fact that dropping a few dozen pounds will make your push-ups immensely easier! I've done sets with a 45lb weight on my back, which puts me close to my starting weight, and I can't even imagine trying to do a hundred that way, definitely not 366.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:17 PM
I would just like to say that I am still keeping up with the push ups. Yay. I have also kept up with the gym with 4 days a week. I have been going in at 5:15am and I never thought that I would sustain that. Never was a morning kind of person. Now I kind of like it and what is really cool is that I have outlasted all my friends that started with me. Probably because they don't have BankersOnline and the 2012 Pushup Challenge thread!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:20 PM
Awesome, Bec!!
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:21 PM
I'm still plugging along also, but only doing the minimum at this point due to Pup-like issues. You mean everyone doesn't hear a clicking sound when they do these?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:26 PM
We can do that Next year Matt!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:31 PM
All of you that say that you are "plugging along" or just hanging in there, how much were you doing a year ago?
You are doing great people! You are doing something that 90% of the population doesnt even try to do! Keep it up and you will be very pleased!!!!
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:35 PM
I'm not that mean!
Although I'll also toss out that dad is only 5'6" and weighs a pretty lean 156 lbs. Mom is only 4'10", but she's the scary one!
Moms are always the scary one!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:36 PM
I'm still plugging along also, but only doing the minimum at this point due to Pup-like issues. You mean everyone doesn't hear a clicking sound when they do these?
I hear all kinds of strange things myself and just choose to ignore them! I get a nice pain in my elbow from time to time and just have to move things around until I stop feeling it. Me on a bike can be amusing too, my hips, knees and one of my ankles pop pretty frequently...it's only an annoyance at least and not an actual discomfort.
And B^3, I'll be happy to survive this year at all! Next year...that's way to far away to plan for. But what I do know is that this will have us all in good shape for the zombie apocalypse scheduled for the end of this year!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:40 PM
I'm still plugging along also, but only doing the minimum at this point due to Pup-like issues. You mean everyone doesn't hear a clicking sound when they do these?
I get that same clicking sound in my right hip. The hubs refuses to do crunches with me because the sound freaks him out.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 04:42 PM
Hand loading anti-zombie 12 ga. shells.
Memorizing the rules:
"Cardio"
"Double tap"
"Beware of bathrooms"
"Wear seatbelts"
"Cast iron skillet"
"Travel light"
"Get a kickass partner"
"Bounty paper towels"
"Bowling Ball"
"Don't be a hero." Columbus changes the rule to "Be a hero" at the amusement park, facing his greatest fear, a clown-zombie, to save Wichita and Little Rock.
"Limber up"
"Avoid strip clubs"
"When in doubt, know your way out"
"The buddy system"
"Check the back seat"
"Enjoy the little things"
"Swiss army knife"
"Clean socks"
"Hygiene"
"Always have backup"
"Do 366 Pushups"
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:02 PM
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:02 PM
Whoa, I forgot about the Zombie Apocalypse!! Yeah, cardio can't some soon enough.
::calls dibs on B^3 as his kickass partner, luring him with promises of jagerschnitzel and hefeweizen::
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:04 PM
There are four flights of stairs between me and the break room, water, coffee etc. I am down there a few times during the day. When I first started working here, my knee used to crack up the stairs, every stair. I have since lost 7 pounds and my knee does not crack any more. Its amazing what weight loss can help you do.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:10 PM
All of you that say that you are "plugging along" or just hanging in there, how much were you doing 4 weeks ago?
You are doing great people! You are doing something that 90% of the population doesnt even try to do! Keep it up and you will be very pleased!!!!
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Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:11 PM
Bec,
I'd be willing to bet also that your leg muscles and core have strengthened as well. I have bad knees (elbows, wrists, shoulders, etc). Years ago, I couldn't run at all. I began riding a mountain bike a few times a week, and that strengthened everything to the point that i could again run a few miles. I am looking forward to that again.
Yes, my knees hurt when I take the stairs. Moreso when I'm going down the steps, actually.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:13 PM
^^^^ exactly why I am GOING to find a way to keep going.
Honestly, I think that if I can just make it through February, the extra time I have that I can begin to dedicate to cardio and other exercises (considering Kempo Karate twice a week), my overall fitness level and potential weight loss will make the pushups much easier and probably become just another exercise rather than my only focus.
So there! :flicks hair, turns, and flounces out of the thread:
Fixed
First of all, I seldom "flounce".
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:17 PM
Bec,
I'd be willing to bet also that your leg muscles and core have strengthened as well. I have bad knees (elbows, wrists, shoulders, etc). Years ago, I couldn't run at all. I began riding a mountain bike a few times a week, and that strengthened everything to the point that i could again run a few miles. I am looking forward to that again.
Yes, my knees hurt when I take the stairs. Moreso when I'm going down the steps, actually.
That is awesome. I would imagine muscle/core strength would play a part. I am encouraged by your success. It is hard to start and to keep going sometimes but when little changes start happening like one less joint cracking or being able to run a little bit when it was impossible before is just what this is all about!!!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:19 PM
All of you that say that you are "plugging along" or just hanging in there, how much were you doing 4 weeks ago?
You are doing great people! You are doing something that 90% of the population doesnt even try to do! Keep it up and you will be very pleased!!!!
Fixed
4 weeks ago, even 4 months ago (no lie) I was trying to get my booty out of bed at 6:00 to exercise. Now for the last 3 weeks I have been up before 5 to do just that. Everyone here is doing so fantastic that it encourages me to keep it up. Hopefully I can do the same for you. Just take it one push up at a time. I feel kinda wimpy when I see how some of you can do your sets all at once. I have been breaking them into 3, but now I don't feel wimpy, I feel empowered because everyone is doing it, one way or another. We are quite a group!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:26 PM
^^^^ exactly why I am GOING to find a way to keep going.
Honestly, I think that if I can just make it through February, the extra time I have that I can begin to dedicate to cardio and other exercises (considering Kempo Karate twice a week), my overall fitness level and potential weight loss will make the pushups much easier and probably become just another exercise rather than my only focus.
So there! :flicks hair, turns, and flounces out of the thread:
Fixed
First of all, I seldom "flounce".
o_O
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:26 PM
Whoa, I forgot about the Zombie Apocalypse!! Yeah, cardio can't some soon enough.
::calls dibs on B^3 as his kickass partner, luring him with promises of jagerschnitzel and hefeweizen::
Putting the cowcatcher on the front of the Beast right now...partner!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:29 PM
^^^^ exactly why I am GOING to find a way to keep going.
Honestly, I think that if I can just make it through February, the extra time I have that I can begin to dedicate to cardio and other exercises (considering Kempo Karate twice a week), my overall fitness level and potential weight loss will make the pushups much easier and probably become just another exercise rather than my only focus.
So there! :flicks hair, turns, and flounces out of the thread:
Fixed
First of all, I seldom "flounce".
o_O
If it helps everyone, I will flounce myself silly!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:30 PM
I think twinkies are the appropriate lure actually...
And I sincerely hope you had to look all the rules up! If not...well, I hope we end up in the same amusement park some day. Also, if you kill Bill Murray, I'll kill you.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:46 PM
I think twinkies are the appropriate lure actually...
And I sincerely hope you had to look all the rules up! If not...well, I hope we end up in the same amusement park some day. Also, if you kill Bill Murray, I'll kill you.
The rules are easy, I recite them as I do pushups!
I promise to double check Murray before I double tap!
Really would like to have one of those mare's legs that Harrilson carries in the movie!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 05:49 PM
All of you that say that you are "plugging along" or just hanging in there, how much were you doing 4 weeks ago?
You are doing great people! You are doing something that 90% of the population doesnt even try to do! Keep it up and you will be very pleased!!!!
Fixed
4 weeks ago, even 4 months ago (no lie) I was trying to get my booty out of bed at 6:00 to exercise. Now for the last 3 weeks I have been up before 5 to do just that. Everyone here is doing so fantastic that it encourages me to keep it up. Hopefully I can do the same for you. Just take it one push up at a time. I feel kinda wimpy when I see how some of you can do your sets all at once. I have been breaking them into 3, but now I don't feel wimpy, I feel empowered because everyone is doing it, one way or another. We are quite a group!
Bec, you really have no idea what a positive influence you are having on others! You are inspiring all of us, sure! But I guarantee that there is someone that you see everyday, that you are influencing in a positive way! You may or may not ever know it, but i guarantee it is happening!
This is true for all of you. Whether you planned on it or not, you are role models!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 06:34 PM
Be careful if your exercise equipment poops in the hallway....
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 06:42 PM
LMAO!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 07:03 PM
Be careful if your exercise equipment poops in the hallway....
Biggest issue I see with this, it's now lighter and you won't get a proper workout! Better beef that pooch back up and quick!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 08:07 PM
Be careful if your exercise equipment poops in the hallway....
I'm glad you chose not to share that photo on fb.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 08:47 PM
Also, every time I see an email from you (GnP), I just think of poodles and laugh, then completely ignore whatever sage advice you might be giving to people! Thank you for making my day.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 09:06 PM
Oh, if the 'webbers only knew.....
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 09:17 PM
Zombie Apocalypse!?!
Holy cow, I need to step up my training regimen to be ready by 12/21. I want a partner who has seen all of the episodes of The Walking Dead and knows how to handle a baseball bat and any sort of weapon we come across on our journey.
We will need to pair up for pushup "zombie spotters" to watch over us while we do our 350+ daily from 12/22 through 12/31.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/25/12 09:57 PM
Learn to keep those heads up and do your pushups in pairs facing each other.
Learn to pop up quickly from pushup to double tap postition...or cast iron skillet, if that is your oreference!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 12:36 PM
Be sure to stop by the FB page for all kinds of new (and monumentally ridiculous) t-shirt options.
*note to self: don't start playing online after 10pm.
Posted By: TINKerBell
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 01:21 PM
so...does anyone else's shoulders burn? I know I am old, but I really didn't think it was going to be this bad. Please please tell me someone else feels like I do?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 01:51 PM
Good Days and bad days....
Ibuprofen is my friend! Also Move Free (the particular combo of MSM, Chondroitin and Glucosamine I currently use). It all helps. Or makes me think it does anyway!
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 01:51 PM
Mine burn, but I have a tear and some arthritis in them, so I expect it.
For me, I was doing about the same a year ago. The real test for me will be whether I can keep pushing forward. I'm thinking I'm going to need to start splitting mine up soon, and probably taking a rest (recupe) day in between at some point.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 02:11 PM
DS, that's perfectly normal. Even the founder, Annie, didn't do them every day. In fact she stopped around day 260-ish and went back on 12/31 to do her 365. Which she did in (I think) 3 sets.
No one should be getting boob sweat hurt by doing this.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 02:21 PM
Is swup acceptable?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 02:26 PM
Swup is expected.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 02:31 PM
Kitten, is SWUP gonna make a new shirt? You were on a role last night!
My new one will be baptised in sweat at the gym tonight!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 02:41 PM
There is also
swack
swoobs
sweyebrows
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 02:45 PM
Kitten, is SWUP gonna make a new shirt? You were on a role last night!
My new one will be baptised in sweat at the gym tonight!
I can do that. Those were just so silly!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:00 PM
How do I work swup into a slogan?
Running gives you SWUP
If you don't achieve SWUP, you don't achieve anything
SWUP means it's working
I think I left all my silly at home today.
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:23 PM
How do I work swup into a slogan?
Running gives you SWUP
If you don't achieve SWUP, you don't achieve anything
SWUP means it's working
I think I left all my silly at home today.
Alls I can think of is the guys from that old Budweiser commercial saying "WhaaaaaaaaaSSSSWWWWWUUUUPPPP!"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:13 PM
WARNING: Upon exercising you may experience the following side effects
swup
swack
swoobs
sweyebrows
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:16 PM
I got off track with my pushups when Mother was in the hospital. Began experiencing pain in my left shoulder while not doing them. Got back on track yesterday and the pain went away! How weird is that?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:31 PM
WARNING: Upon exercising you may experience the following side effects
swup
swack
swoobs
sweyebrows
Swalls
swass
fixed
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:32 PM
DS, that's perfectly normal. Even the founder, Annie, didn't do them every day. In fact she stopped around day 260-ish and went back on 12/31 to do her 365. Which she did in (I think) 3 sets.
No one should be getting boob sweat hurt by doing this.
I may not have a six-pack, but I don't have moobs or moob sweat either, but thanks.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:32 PM
How do I work swup into a slogan?
Running gives you SWUP
If you don't achieve SWUP, you don't achieve anything
SWUP means it's working
I think I left all my silly at home today.
"SWUP...Its not just for old women with hairy lips anymore!"
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:32 PM
What about swalls?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:34 PM
see above....
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:35 PM
I know. I was asking dschrute.
He needs a t-shirt.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:38 PM
"Swup, Swack, Swoobs, Sweyebrows, Swalls, Swass? No?
You dont do pushups, do you?"
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:46 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:48 PM
OMGoat! Okay I might have to order that one
Thanks kitten!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:49 PM
Thats great Kit!!!
I also like the "I'm sweaty and nekkid under this shirt" shirt!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:51 PM
I can't wait for payday so I can order my shirt.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:52 PM
Thats great Kit!!!
I also like the "I'm sweaty and nekkid under this shirt" shirt!
I didn't see that one.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 03:55 PM
And so far, I have $12 ready to go to Kiva.org
You guys did that.
I decided to give any money I get to charity. I'm not here to make money. And they are just all so silly.
AND since you guys have come up with all the slogans, I shouldn't get the $ anyway.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:11 PM
So the twins were all like, “Whatcha doin’, dad?” And so I tell them that I’m doing pushups and planks to get in shape. Well they wanted to participate. Soon the boys were sweaty and sticky and needing a bath before bedtime.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:01 PM
So the twins were all like, “Whatcha doin’, dad?” And so I tell them that I’m doing pushups and planks to get in shape. Well they wanted to participate. Soon the boys were sweaty and sticky and needing a bath before bedtime.
*LIKE*
Seriously, the only reason that I'm in any kind of shape today is because of my dad. What you are teaching them is priceless!!!
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:16 PM
Can somebody describe a plank (the exercise kind) for me? Is it basically just getting in pushup position and holding it? Thanks.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:08 PM
Can somebody describe a plank (the exercise kind) for me? Is it basically just getting in pushup position and holding it? Thanks.
Raitch, there are good visuals on the net, but think of a pushup position, only on your elbows instead of your hands. That is the basic position. There are several variations.
You just hold it as long as you can!
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:23 PM
I see.....as simple as that huh? Thanks.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:24 PM
(probably a dumb question, so apologies in advance).....would your hands and forearms be on the ground??
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:27 PM
Elbows/forearms on the ground. Keep back straight (no sagging or booty in the air). Simple as that. Now hold it for three or four minutes and refrain from crying......
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:18 PM
Elbows/forearms on the ground. Keep back straight (no sagging or booty in the air). Simple as that. Now hold it for three or four minutes and refrain from crying......
I'm doing it wrong...:wipes away tears:
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:32 PM
So the twins were all like, “Whatcha doin’, dad?” And so I tell them that I’m doing pushups and planks to get in shape. Well they wanted to participate. Soon the boys were sweaty and sticky and needing a bath before bedtime.
*LIKE*
Seriously, the only reason that I'm in any kind of shape today is because of my dad. What you are teaching them is priceless!!!
Hey kitten! Boys: What I'm teaching you is priceless. Maybe you need to 'splain to bbb3....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:20 PM
Or hold it for 30 seconds, see how much you hurt, then imagine extending it to 3 or 4 minutes. You might end up feeling like one of those guys that lays down and lets a vehicle roll over their stomach. You may also experience convulsions throughout most of your body! It's good times.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:33 PM
Elbows/forearms on the ground. Keep back straight (no sagging or booty in the air). Simple as that. Now hold it for three or four minutes and refrain from crying......
Ha. Thanks.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:35 PM
I was trying it in pure pushup position and it didn't seem as hard as you guys are describing, so the on your elbows part must make a big difference.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:36 PM
I knew i couldn't be doing it right.
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:37 PM
Elbows/forearms on the ground. Keep back straight (no sagging or booty in the air). Simple as that. Now hold it for three or four minutes and refrain from crying......
Feel free to ignore that last bit. That's really just an option for the more advanced...
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:25 PM
So the twins were all like, “Whatcha doin’, dad?” And so I tell them that I’m doing pushups and planks to get in shape. Well they wanted to participate. Soon the boys were sweaty and sticky and needing a bath before bedtime.
*LIKE*
Seriously, the only reason that I'm in any kind of shape today is because of my dad. What you are teaching them is priceless!!!
Hey kitten! Boys: What I'm teaching you is priceless. Maybe you need to 'splain to bbb3.... BWAAAAWAAAHAAAAHAAAAAAHEEEEEHEHEHEHEHAHHAHAHAHAAA!!!
Posted By: Hobbes
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:46 PM
Good Days and bad days....
Also Move Free (the particular combo of MSM, Chondroitin and Glucosamine I currently use). It all helps. Or makes me think it does anyway!
B3, does Move Free really help? When I broke my ankle 12 years ago, I also dislocated it (yes, it hurt like he11 and it looked really bizarre too). I only got about 70% of the mobility back and it stiffens up like crazy sometimes, especially in the cold. Also, as I get older, I get occasional flare-ups of arthritis, just like my doctor said I would. I've noticed that since I started running it's actually feeling better, but I wondered if one of the joint products would help.
Thanks
Also, to stay on topic, I did my 26 this morning.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:34 PM
So the twins were all like, “Whatcha doin’, dad?” And so I tell them that I’m doing pushups and planks to get in shape. Well they wanted to participate. Soon the boys were sweaty and sticky and needing a bath before bedtime.
*LIKE*
Seriously, the only reason that I'm in any kind of shape today is because of my dad. What you are teaching them is priceless!!!
3B - he means "the boys". Think about it. We'll wait.....
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:35 PM
I'm still snicker/snorting.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:36 PM
So the twins were all like, “Whatcha doin’, dad?” And so I tell them that I’m doing pushups and planks to get in shape. Well they wanted to participate. Soon the boys were sweaty and sticky and needing a bath before bedtime.
*LIKE*
Seriously, the only reason that I'm in any kind of shape today is because of my dad. What you are teaching them is priceless!!!
3B - he means "the boys". Think about it. We'll wait.....
Yeah, I was a little slow on the uptake there.....
Nevermind Freak, teach the boys what you will!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:42 PM
Good Days and bad days....
Also Move Free (the particular combo of MSM, Chondroitin and Glucosamine I currently use). It all helps. Or makes me think it does anyway!
B3, does Move Free really help? When I broke my ankle 12 years ago, I also dislocated it (yes, it hurt like he11 and it looked really bizarre too). I only got about 70% of the mobility back and it stiffens up like crazy sometimes, especially in the cold. Also, as I get older, I get occasional flare-ups of arthritis, just like my doctor said I would. I've noticed that since I started running it's actually feeling better, but I wondered if one of the joint products would help.
Thanks
Also, to stay on topic, I did my 26 this morning.
I have been using different combos of Chondroitin, Glucosamine and MSM for a while. Yes, I think it helps. Not a miracle cure nor a magic pill. but it helps. I have had a lot of damamge (Broken ankles, dislocated bones, broken shoulder, rebuilt shoulder, scoped shoulders, cadaveric replacement of the knee, arthritis in all joints, etc). I use anti inflamatories and the above concoction regularly. It still hurts, but it is very manageable.
It takes a while to work noticably and it kind of sneaks up on you. One day you will just notice it doesnt hurt as much.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:01 PM
All of a sudden this thread got very wide and stretched out. Huh.....
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:50 PM
*side eye at Boatn*
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:53 PM
All of a sudden this thread got very wide and stretched out. Huh.....
Carp! I thought I had somehow done it with the dumb comment about the boys...:hangs head in shame:
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 04:57 PM
I know. I was asking dschrute.
He needs a t-shirt.
Ha! I had no idea what the sw- stuff was until you said swalls. I bailed from the FB site because my email box was getting overloaded. I must be missing some good stuff.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:23 PM
You can turn off the email notification thingy. I don't remember how, but I recommend it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:16 PM
B^3, stop using Hulk Hogan pictures for your profile.
Oh wait, that's actually you!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:20 PM
If you eat all your veggies and do all your push ups you too can look like that one day, Matt.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:33 PM
I know. I was asking dschrute.
He needs a t-shirt.
Ha! I had no idea what the sw- stuff was until you said swalls. I bailed from the FB site because my email box was getting overloaded. I must be missing some good stuff.
Yes. You are missing out on the opportunity to get all kinds of motivational t-shirts.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:37 PM
I've decided that the long-sleeved Guns 'n Poodles shirt is going to be my kayaking shirt this summer.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:48 PM
@ the side eye....sorry!!! I couldn't help myself.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 06:02 PM
I hope the long sleeves in the summer don't make you all schweddy......
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:50 PM
If you eat all your veggies and do all your push ups you too can look like that one day, Matt.
Only if I get a significant amount taller! If I bulked up that much, it would look like I was on a diet of nothing but steroids.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 05:53 PM
I hope the long sleeves in the summer don't make you all schweddy......
They will, but I'd rather be schweddy than burned.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 06:41 PM
If you eat all your veggies and do all your push ups you too can look like that one day, Matt.
Only if I get a significant amount taller! If I bulked up that much, it would look like I was on a diet of nothing but steroids.
That visual made me giggle.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 09:56 PM
B^3, stop using Hulk Hogan pictures for your profile.
Oh wait, that's actually you!
I think he has more hair than me.....
How sad is that!?!?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/12 10:32 PM
But he's a washed up old man doing commercials for Rent-A-Center and your solving the world's problems, so I'd say that overall you're the better man!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 12:37 PM
Ok, I know when to quit arguing!
Tanx!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 01:20 PM
<< split into two sets of 13 yesterday.
OW.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 01:32 PM
<< split into two sets of 13 yesterday.
OW.
Yeah but you did it! That is the imp0rtant thing!!! Everybody is coming up with ways to get it done, not excuses to keep from doing it!!!
That has been one of the coolest transformations that I have seen on here!! There are 10,000 excuses not to workout! But there is only one reason to do it! You guys are finding the 1 reason!!!! This is just great!!!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 01:55 PM
<< split into two sets of 13 yesterday.
OW.
One set of 5, one set of 6, one of 10, and another of 10. = 31
We were circuit training along the track yesterday.
I think I have missed a lot on this thread since the first post.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 02:00 PM
<< split into two sets of 13 yesterday.
OW.
One set of 5, one set of 6, one of 10, and another of 10. = 31
We were circuit training along the track yesterday.
I think I have missed a lot on this thread since the first post.
Yes it is....DYNAMIC! To say the least.
Yo uare doing great Mama!! Increasing sets! Wow!
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 02:45 PM
Think I'm going to have splitting mine. & I'm still walking on the treadmill - shin splints & all. I'm averaging walking over 5 miles a day (according to the pedometer)
B^3, stop using Hulk Hogan pictures for your profile.
Oh wait, that's actually you!
I think he has more hair than me.....
How sad is that!?!?
Only until he shaves his mustache...
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 04:19 PM
I managed a set of 12 and a set of 14 yesterday and added a shaky plank of 30 seconds.
I'm thinking of splitting up further today and doing 11, 9, and 7. I'll also get the plank in and may try to do the side planks as well. They don't hurt my shoulder as much as the pushups and will help with my "get of my belly" goal much more efficiently.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 04:45 PM
Hey, MattyB
You request a tee and I deliver and you say nothing???
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 05:19 PM
I've requested and viewed so many lately, I'm not even sure which you mean!
The one about what happens when I show off?? I pulled that up at home and got laughed at lol.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 06:13 PM
Woo-hoo...got my shirt this morning!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 06:19 PM
Ok fitness gurus - I've got a question for you.
I have exercise induced asthma and there are times when I go running that I have a hard time regulating my breathing which leads to cough and gasping, hence asthma. Happens maybe one run out of every five or so. Sometimes it will eventually even out and other times, I end up scrapping the run and just walk instead.
So speed ahead to this week. I finally bought a cheaper heart rate monitor. Used it twice. On my first use, my rate stayed in the 83-86%, around the 150s-160s. My second run. . . breathing issues. The monitor spiked 5 times during my first mile and a half to 210-260 bpm. Lasted about 30 seconds each time and I did slow down to a fast walk.
I asked my allergist that since asthma can increase heart rate, it this is what I should expect or not and she said that was a little too high and to make an appt with my primary.
Any insight? Will probably still follow up.
I've had all of the typical blood/chem panels done and everything came back normal last year. only issues with blood pressure was with my 1st pregnancy and now with my new boss. I'm afraid to google. . .
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 06:23 PM
<<<<<<< just ordered a sweaty bewb tee shirt
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 06:30 PM
Just "liked" the Zazzle store. Now to decide on a shirt...still need to find the FB group...and get 27 push-ups in...so much to do...
My goal was to do all the push-ups on my toes and so far, so good.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 08:43 PM
I was thinking a women's shirt of something like "I make boob sweat sexy". What say you all?
Liver, if you don't see a shirt you like, let me know. It is easy enough to make one.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 08:42 PM
That is awesome!
Posted By: JustMe!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 08:46 PM
I need to remember to check out the shirts at home since it is of course blocked here at work. I need to also check out the fb page.
I was proud of myself last night 24 of my 26 pushups without taking a break!
The fact that I was ticked off at the hubby at the time probably helped.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 09:41 PM
Ok fitness gurus - I've got a question for you.
I have exercise induced asthma and there are times when I go running that I have a hard time regulating my breathing which leads to cough and gasping, hence asthma. Happens maybe one run out of every five or so. Sometimes it will eventually even out and other times, I end up scrapping the run and just walk instead.
So speed ahead to this week. I finally bought a cheaper heart rate monitor. Used it twice. On my first use, my rate stayed in the 83-86%, around the 150s-160s. My second run. . . breathing issues. The monitor spiked 5 times during my first mile and a half to 210-260 bpm. Lasted about 30 seconds each time and I did slow down to a fast walk.
I asked my allergist that since asthma can increase heart rate, it this is what I should expect or not and she said that was a little too high and to make an appt with my primary.
Any insight? Will probably still follow up.
I've had all of the typical blood/chem panels done and everything came back normal last year. only issues with blood pressure was with my 1st pregnancy and now with my new boss. I'm afraid to google. . .
Go see your primary.
As for my initial thoughts - I would be curious as to your pace on the two runs...are you using a Garmin/Polar/Ect that would tell? What other factors were in play? Wind, temperature, diet, hydration? SOOOOO much plays into it and I think you ahve to track it for a long time to get a good idea of normal for your body.
IMO your "easy run" pace should keep your heart rate MUCH lower...like at 65%. That should be conversational pace, you should be able to give 3-4 word answers easily wihtout getting short of breath.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 09:57 PM
<----is scared of the 27 today.
I already did a few various forms at TRX but never got in a whole consecutive 27. Now I'm skert.
I guess I'd better get them out of the way.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/12 10:47 PM
I ordered my shirt finally! An orange version of the one B^3 got, because I have too many grey shirts and not enough bright ones that scream "Please don't run me over!"
I'm looking forward to it, and hope it's skin tight!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/28/12 03:05 AM
Broke my 27 into two sets. 14 and 13.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 02:47 PM
the big 3-0!!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 02:44 PM
A month! Wow! Everybody had been at it for a month!! That is almost considered a habit!
I think you should all give yourselves a pat on the back! If you can get your newly enhanced arms back around there!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 03:07 PM
I completely missed the day where my push-ups matched my age! Darn, I was going to make a big hurrah of it or something.
I'm going to have to start counting mine soon, to make sure I'm actually hitting the goal for the day. My MWF workout has T-push ups, push up rows and decline push ups, but it's for an amount of time, not a count. So this week is 40 seconds (going up by 5 seconds per week) and by the time I get to decline, my arms are about falling off. Good times!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 03:18 PM
I got to try battle ropes this weekend. I want my gym to get these! They are brutal!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 03:18 PM
I did my first 15 at home, then just did my second 15 here at work.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 05:09 PM
I was thinking a women's shirt of something like "I make boob sweat sexy". What say you all?
Liver, if you don't see a shirt you like, let me know. It is easy enough to make one.
*like*
But I dont think I'll wear that one!
Tons of comments on my "Motivation" shirt!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 05:13 PM
Do they wonder who was so profound?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 05:15 PM
Ok fitness gurus - I've got a question for you.
I have exercise induced asthma and there are times when I go running that I have a hard time regulating my breathing which leads to cough and gasping, hence asthma. Happens maybe one run out of every five or so. Sometimes it will eventually even out and other times, I end up scrapping the run and just walk instead.
So speed ahead to this week. I finally bought a cheaper heart rate monitor. Used it twice. On my first use, my rate stayed in the 83-86%, around the 150s-160s. My second run. . . breathing issues. The monitor spiked 5 times during my first mile and a half to 210-260 bpm. Lasted about 30 seconds each time and I did slow down to a fast walk.
I asked my allergist that since asthma can increase heart rate, it this is what I should expect or not and she said that was a little too high and to make an appt with my primary.
Any insight? Will probably still follow up.
I've had all of the typical blood/chem panels done and everything came back normal last year. only issues with blood pressure was with my 1st pregnancy and now with my new boss. I'm afraid to google. . .
Go see your primary.
As for my initial thoughts - I would be curious as to your pace on the two runs...are you using a Garmin/Polar/Ect that would tell? What other factors were in play? Wind, temperature, diet, hydration? SOOOOO much plays into it and I think you ahve to track it for a long time to get a good idea of normal for your body.
IMO your "easy run" pace should keep your heart rate MUCH lower...like at 65%. That should be conversational pace, you should be able to give 3-4 word answers easily wihtout getting short of breath.
Agree with Jen. See the Primary! It sounds a bit like a pace issue. Like maybe you are pushing it a little and the heart and lungs are still trying to catch up. But as she said, so many variables! What are your alergies? Was pollen high? dust? mold? how well did you sleep? what did you eat?
Bring the pace to the level Jen suggests and let your body adapt, then start pushing the pace. Theres no hurry, you have the rest of your life.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 05:29 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 05:36 PM
Do they wonder who was so profound?
I have happly given full credit!!!
HAve also mentioned the "Swoobs" shirt to a few that are deserving!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 05:38 PM
Maybe if you posted a video of you doing the pushups, we could help in determining the source of her glee?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 05:59 PM
My shirt shipped today, I'm looking forward to trying it on and getting motivated by it!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 06:08 PM
My shirt shipped today, I'm looking forward to trying it on and getting motivated by it!
Because motivation makes you do stuff.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 09:53 PM
Anybody want to try for one armed pushups....err pushup!?
Its the shirt! Its motivating me!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 10:03 PM
I am 100% confident that you are capeable of doing them.
In theory, one arm has to be twice the strength that is require to do a single push-up. It would then stand to reason that if one can do 366 push-ups in a single day, a one-armed push-up should be possible.
However, I question if I live in this realm of reality...I can certainly manage the going down part, but getting back up is the tough part!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/12 10:33 PM
Maybe if you posted a video of you doing the pushups, we could help in determining the source of her glee?
Negative.
I am 100% confident that you are capeable of doing them.
In theory, one arm has to be twice the strength that is require to do a single push-up. It would then stand to reason that if one can do 366 push-ups in a single day, a one-armed push-up should be possible.
However, I question if I live in this realm of reality...I can certainly manage the going down part, but getting back up is the tough part!
a 1-arm push-up does take more strength, for sure, but it's not a whole lot more. structure, core strength, maintaining a solid body, are all actually more important than pure strength.
Also, the training progression is pretty much the same as any other push-up; start up on an elevated surface, go from your knees, etc.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 01:34 PM
Agreeed. 1 armed pushups are much more about core strength and balance than sheer arm strength.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 01:59 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 02:03 PM
[quote=Matt_B]I am 100% confident that you are capeable of doing them.
In theory, one arm has to be twice the strength that is require to do a single push-up. It would then stand to reason that if one can do 366 push-ups in a single day, a one-armed push-up should be possible.
However, I question if I live in this realm of reality...I can certainly manage the going down part, but getting back up is the tough part! [/quote
a 1-arm push-up does take more strength, for sure, but it's not a whole lot more. structure, core strength, maintaining a solid body, are all actually more important than pure strength.
Also, the training progression is pretty much the same as any other push-up; start up on an elevated surface, go from your knees, etc.
HG has it. There is more tricep and shoulder in it, but its really just about getting used to the position, which is awkward.
Havent done them in years, but I think I want to do it just for fun. I will stick with the program, but add them to the other oddball pushups I'm doing. Its motovation, and motivation makes you do stuff!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 02:25 PM
31 today! And tomorrow...32
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 02:38 PM
Wait, I thought we went back to 1 tomorrow! Son of a...
:puts away streamers and "We did it!" banner:
Happy 1/12th of the year survived!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 03:45 PM
I am not going to lie, its hard to keep up with all these push ups. I do break them up but I often leave them all for the end of the day. I cannot believe we have 11 more months of pushups that will get increasingly harder and harder to do every SINGLE DAY. Ugh, I think I need a tshirt. Maybe that will help me do stuff
I rewarded my foray into a new and better life in fitness with a day of snowboarding. I was surprised that even after only three weeks, I felt strong and could do more tricks and such with that new core strength. It definitely helps "motivate" me to continue.
Bring on February...
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 03:49 PM
Bec, have you seen the t-shirt?
"Motivation. It'll make you do stuff."
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 03:53 PM
I have seen it and it is a work of beauty! You done good Kitten.
Just might have to get it... SOunds like many have. I love this group!! But actually maybe someone can help me with this. I know what swalls, swoobs, swass, all of those are...the one I can't figure out is swup? What is that!!???
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:15 PM
Sweaty upper lip
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:03 PM
That's a problem that only Mani seems to have, or be willing to admit to at least...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:07 PM
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:26 PM
Not gonna lie, 31 kicked my rear this morning. I tried to do them all in one set but at about 28 my form when to heck and I took a short break (maybe 60 seconds) and finished the last 3.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:22 PM
Good for you to take a break instead of giving up form for the sake of just getting it done!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:25 PM
Not gonna lie, 31 kicked my rear this morning. I tried to do them all in one set but at about 28 my form when to heck and I took a short break (maybe 60 seconds) and finished the last 3.
I know your competitive nature, but you did right. And you did them!! You already know the strength will come, just keep at it like you are! Nice job Jen!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:28 PM
I am not going to lie, its hard to keep up with all these push ups. I do break them up but I often leave them all for the end of the day. I cannot believe we have 11 more months of pushups that will get increasingly harder and harder to do every SINGLE DAY. Ugh, I think I need a tshirt. Maybe that will help me do stuff
I rewarded my foray into a new and better life in fitness with a day of snowboarding. I was surprised that even after only three weeks, I felt strong and could do more tricks and such with that new core strength. It definitely helps "motivate" me to continue.
Bring on February...
Ugh! So not fair!! I wanna go snowboarding! :pouting:
Great Job Bec!!! Yes they will get harder, but you are also getting stronger (the real goal)!
Stick with it and you will be rewarded! I promise!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:29 PM
Thank you Jen, you have no idea how much that was bothering me that I couldn't figure it out!
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:32 PM
I am not going to lie, its hard to keep up with all these push ups. I do break them up but I often leave them all for the end of the day. I cannot believe we have 11 more months of pushups that will get increasingly harder and harder to do every SINGLE DAY. Ugh, I think I need a tshirt. Maybe that will help me do stuff
I rewarded my foray into a new and better life in fitness with a day of snowboarding. I was surprised that even after only three weeks, I felt strong and could do more tricks and such with that new core strength. It definitely helps "motivate" me to continue.
Bring on February...
Ugh! So not fair!! I wanna go snowboarding! :pouting:
Great Job Bec!!! Yes they will get harder, but you are also getting stronger (the real goal)!
Stick with it and you will be rewarded! I promise!
It was a lot of fun and the conditions were GREAT, minus the cold bitter wind. THank you for the encouragement...that is the ultimate goal. So many times in the past I will just stop and then wonder what could have been. not this time!!!
Great job with the push ups Jen!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 04:33 PM
I notice a lot folks commenting on hating to have to get their pushups done at the end of the day. I really encourage everyone to do what they can as soon as you get up and moving (sretch a little first).
It really helps to get you going and you already know that you are part way there. I do more at the office and later at the gym, I know BOatn does hers at the office. Now not everybody can do them at work, but if you knock them out early (or at least part) you will be suprised at what else you get done!
I really cant begin to tell all of you how impressed I am. I brag on this group at the gym all the time. You guys are motivating more people than you know!
I do mine in the morning...basically so I don't have to do them in the evening.
Been doing chari dips too. Been working on getting my cardio in, but that's been a little harder to get into. I'm so exceited! I can actually start to see the outline of my triceps! And someone told me yesterday that I look smaller....my scale still doesn't think so, but that's ok.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 10:20 PM
I do mine in the morning...basically so I don't have to do them in the evening.
Been doing chari dips too. Been working on getting my cardio in, but that's been a little harder to get into. I'm so exceited! I can actually start to see the outline of my triceps! And someone told me yesterday that I look smaller....my scale still doesn't think so, but that's ok.
Yay Dani! Your mirror and the way your clothes fit frequently tell you more than the scale. Way to go!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 10:41 PM
The battery in my scale has died. I'm not replacing it until I've been running for a month. Or two. My clothes tell me I'm turning into a lazy fluffy mess.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/12 11:45 PM
And someone told me yesterday that I look smaller....my scale still doesn't think so, but that's ok.
SUPER LIKE!!
Posted By: Truffle Royale
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 01:59 AM
My clothes tell me I'm turning into a lazy fluffy mess.
yea there's nothing worse than a tight size what?
Seriously, if you're fluffy, I'm..........well I'm just not going there!!!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 02:25 PM
I started on my 32 today by knocking out 10 before my shower this AM. Now my shoulder is KILLING me.
Posted By: Hobbes
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 02:39 PM
If we all make it, what do we do next Jan. 1? Start at 1 again? Start at 367? or just do 366 everyday?
I like to plan ahead
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 02:35 PM
Yankee...I say we start subtracting. LOL
Yankee...I say we start subtracting. LOL
::like::
Here's something to consider
Revel in the Beautiful Process - Rebel against Quantifying Beauty.excerpt
Weight is irrelevant if you’re not fighting in a weight class. Lower fat by upping muscle. Stop worrying about weight, and start increasing the coals in the furnace: muscle. This is especially true for women, who naturally have less genetically given muscle mass. You cut, and you’ll gain (skinny fat.) Build to lose fat. Stoke the furnace, and throw away the scale. If you need a measure, how do your clothes fit today?
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 02:46 PM
My scale has been put away for about 5 months.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 02:58 PM
If we all make it, what do we do next Jan. 1? Start at 1 again? Start at 367? or just do 366 everyday?
I like to plan ahead
Nope! Next year is one armed, handstand pushups!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:02 PM
I weighed myself for the first time in awhile this morning. I started out at 217 and am down to 211. This is the first real weight-loss result I've seen as I immediately dropped to 214/215 but didn't move from there.
Really, I attribute much of this to the work I did over the weekend, but I will also say that I do feel much better this morning than I have for the last week. I did all 32 this morning in three sets. 15, 9 and 8. I'll likely go back to 4 sets to give my shoulder another rest period but I LOVED the fact that 15 was easy for me. I stopped because I didn't want to overdo it.
So, we were wheeling stuff out of the U-Haul last night. I had two strong friends doing a good part of the work, but the arcade game lurched and I thought it was coming off the dolly in my direction. I grabbed it to steady it and DESTROYED my shoulder. It hurt like crazy last night and all through the night, but it felt great this morning and only aches slightly right now. Scared the carp out of me!
Also, I think I popped the cyst in my left wrist. Holy Mother of Fitness, that hurt!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:12 PM
I know you want faster progress dude, but you are really doing great!! Moving the scale is killer, but as Jen mentioned, go with how the clothes fit, what the mirror see's and comments form people. Changes are often much more than the scale can detect. Scales only detect the weight of a given mass, at given moment. Thats all.
Ibuprofen buddy, keep with it!
BTW, the avi....too cool!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:21 PM
Here's something to consider
Revel in the Beautiful Process - Rebel against Quantifying Beauty.excerpt
Weight is irrelevant if you’re not fighting in a weight class. Lower fat by upping muscle. Stop worrying about weight, and start increasing the coals in the furnace: muscle. This is especially true for women, who naturally have less genetically given muscle mass. You cut, and you’ll gain (skinny fat.) Build to lose fat. Stoke the furnace, and throw away the scale. If you need a measure, how do your clothes fit today?
Love, Love, Love this. I hate the scale and refuse to use it.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:22 PM
B Cubed, I am not taking any meds at all...well at least no pain meds. My doc enjoys prescribing Motrin and freely hands out the stuff that I really, really can't handle (Lortab, etc). Anyway, I have some Amrix from a previous issue, and I think I'll take one of those every other night or something like that, and I'll be seeing the doc for Motrin/Ibuprofin.
The Avi is a 1969 Super Bee (aka Dodge Coronet, all souped up). My first car was a '69 Dodge Coronet. Same look but different color and minus the Super Bee stripe.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:24 PM
I've weighed almost daily, every morning since August or so. Initially, it was great encouragement and showed me that my efforts were producing results. The past few months, the scale hasn't moved much, and initially that was a depressing thing that threw a wrench in my motivation, but since I've continued to feel stronger and run further, it's obvious that progress is still happening. Clothes still get looser, so it's become increasingly clear that the scale is now just an indicator of how out of control I got on my "free day" and how my water consumption is balancing with what I lose during workouts.
I have a good friend that places her entire analysis of her diet/exercise on her weight, and since it's been a constant number for weeks, she's very discouraged. I keep telling her that the scale doesn't really mean anything and her healthy decisions are doing her good even if the scale doesn't change. Also, she's tiny and has no reason to complain about the numbers she's seeing...but that's a whole different arguement that I can never win lol.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:41 PM
Here's something to consider
Revel in the Beautiful Process - Rebel against Quantifying Beauty.excerpt
Weight is irrelevant if you’re not fighting in a weight class. Lower fat by upping muscle. Stop worrying about weight, and start increasing the coals in the furnace: muscle. This is especially true for women, who naturally have less genetically given muscle mass. You cut, and you’ll gain (skinny fat.) Build to lose fat. Stoke the furnace, and throw away the scale. If you need a measure, how do your clothes fit today?
Love, Love, Love this. I hate the scale and refuse to use it.
I could not say this any better!
And I have tried!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:43 PM
I've weighed almost daily, every morning since August or so. Initially, it was great encouragement and showed me that my efforts were producing results. The past few months, the scale hasn't moved much, and initially that was a depressing thing that threw a wrench in my motivation, but since I've continued to feel stronger and run further, it's obvious that progress is still happening. Clothes still get looser, so it's become increasingly clear that the scale is now just an indicator of how out of control I got on my "free day" and how my water consumption is balancing with what I lose during workouts.
I have a good friend that places her entire analysis of her diet/exercise on her weight, and since it's been a constant number for weeks, she's very discouraged. I keep telling her that the scale doesn't really mean anything and her healthy decisions are doing her good even if the scale doesn't change. Also, she's tiny and has no reason to complain about the numbers she's seeing...but that's a whole different arguement that I can never win lol.
Body dismorphic sydrome?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:50 PM
Okay, so a guy I've played pool with a few times over the years posted on FB that he has lost something like 30 pounds since Jan 6 on the HCG diet.
The claimed science is intriguing, but it still just seems dangerous. It obviously is working for him and has for many, but is it risky?
My weight loss goal is really just to help relieve pressure from my back and knees....and shoulders when I'm doing pushups. I totally understand the scale/no scale thing, but my weight is currently an issue because of the strain it adds to weak parts of my body. Less weight bearing down on my lower back = less soreness in the back = better ability to work out and strengthen the muscles in the back.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:52 PM
I don't think it's anything that serious, just a woman being self-conscious when she has no reason to be(sadly, all too common!). I sent her the link and told her to read it!
She's 5'4"ish and 121 lbs at 30 years old. On the lower end of the "healthy" weight for her height and age, certainly has nothing to be too upset about! Alas, none of my science and health talk matters, because it's obviously malarchy!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:58 PM
B Cubed, I am not taking any meds at all...well at least no pain meds. My doc enjoys prescribing Motrin and freely hands out the stuff that I really, really can't handle (Lortab, etc). Anyway, I have some Amrix from a previous issue, and I think I'll take one of those every other night or something like that, and I'll be seeing the doc for Motrin/Ibuprofin.
The Avi is a 1969 Super Bee (aka Dodge Coronet, all souped up). My first car was a '69 Dodge Coronet. Same look but different color and minus the Super Bee stripe.
My cousin had the 69 Charger RT. The Super Bee was the bomb!
I suggest the ibuprofen on a regular basis (twice per day) not as much for the pain control as for the anti-inflamitory and healing qualities. Lor-tab is fine if you are in dibilitating pain and a doctor recommends it. But ibuprofen should do fine.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 03:58 PM
Okay, so a guy I've played pool with a few times over the years posted on FB that he has lost something like 30 pounds since Jan 6 on the HCG diet.
The claimed science is intriguing, but it still just seems dangerous. It obviously is working for him and has for many, but is it risky?
Anything involving altering your hormone balances is risky. I've known people that saw success with this, but as I recall, it comes with a 5-700 calorie/day diet (apparently it greatly reduces your feeling of hunger) which is clearly not healthy. Research this, you'll of course see places say there are no ill effects, but odds are you're not getting truth. It claims you'll have altered hormonal production even after you stop taking the stuff (which scares me) and that will help prevent you from gaining back the lost weight afterward. It seems like a quick and easy fix, but I can assure you it's not the way to go. Weight loss and health is not easy, otherwise we wouldn't have to work at it.
The tried and true (time consuming and difficult) methods are the only ones that are really going to make the difference in the long haul. Besides, this stuff is cultivated from the waste of pregnant women (if not synthetically created) and that's just freaking weird.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 04:13 PM
Thought i'd update since i asked the question in here.....i tried the "planking" using correct form....what a killer! I'm not timing myself, just going as long as i can (which is in the neighborhood of 45 seconds to a minute). Anyway....thanks for the instructions and if i can hang with them, i know they're gonna help....you can feel the burn for sure.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 04:03 PM
Okay, so a guy I've played pool with a few times over the years posted on FB that he has lost something like 30 pounds since Jan 6 on the HCG diet.
The claimed science is intriguing, but it still just seems dangerous. It obviously is working for him and has for many, but is it risky?
Anything involving altering your hormone balances is risky. I've known people that saw success with this, but as I recall, it comes with a 5-700 calorie/day diet (apparently it greatly reduces your feeling of hunger) which is clearly not healthy. Research this, you'll of course see places say there are no ill effects, but odds are you're not getting truth. It claims you'll have altered hormonal production even after you stop taking the stuff (which scares me) and that will help prevent you from gaining back the lost weight afterward. It seems like a quick and easy fix, but I can assure you it's not the way to go. Weight loss and health is not easy, otherwise we wouldn't have to work at it.
The tried and true (time consuming and difficult) methods are the only ones that are really going to make the difference in the long haul. Besides, this stuff is cultivated from the waste of pregnant women (if not synthetically created) and that's just freaking weird.
I will say right up front, I HATE HCG! I cannot believe this studd is even allowed! Anybody will lose weight on 500 calories a day! They do it all over the world and its called starvation! Please people, a balanced diet and exercise....it works, it is safe and it wil last a lifetime!
Yes I know about a dozen people that used the drops. All of them lost a bunch of weight! All but one of them now weighs 10-15 pounds MORE than they did before. GRRRRR!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 04:04 PM
Thought i'd update since i asked the question in here.....i tried the "planking" using correct form....what a killer! I'm not timing myself, just going as long as i can (which is in the neighborhood of 45 seconds to a minute). Anyway....thanks for the instructions and if i can hang with them, i know they're gonna help....you can feel the burn for sure.
*LIKE*
Fantastic Raitch!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 04:04 PM
Thought i'd update since i asked the question in here.....i tried the "planking" using correct form....what a killer! I'm not timing myself, just going as long as i can (which is in the neighborhood of 45 seconds to a minute). Anyway....thanks for the instructions and if i can hang with them, i know they're gonna help....you can feel the burn for sure.
It won't take long to see a change, not long ago I would start experiencing 8.5 level tremors by about 30 seconds, now I can go at least a minute before that starts, and that's with minimal time and reps put in. The side-planks are still a test, but any time I can feel the burn, I appreciate it.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 04:19 PM
Yes, i'm experiencing the tremors as you say pretty much at the 30 second mark.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 04:07 PM
Those were the reactions I was looking for. I hope it works for Ken and he is able to keep the weight off AND be healthy.
Back to your regularly scheduled pushups.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 09:35 PM
So i'm starting today with 1 comign back from a wrist flare up. this month, i am goign to focus on doing them deeper/lower than before. Before I did them normal style opn my toes but only about halfway to the ground. Thsi month will be improving my depth. We'll see hwo I do though, now that I'm adding the gym's bootcamp class twice a week and starting crossfit soon. I was so sore the day after bootcamp!!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/12 09:51 PM
Get after it, DPI.
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 01:21 PM
My wrists have been hurting as well - can't really do more than 10 at a time before its too painful to continue. Someone mentioned bars or handles? Do those really help with the wrist pain and where do I get them?
Yes, they will help your wrists. You can get them almost anywhere, I just got a pair at 5 Below.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 01:27 PM
Well. She's skinny, too.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 01:46 PM
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:04 PM
Walden, I got mine at WalMart for around $20. These are called "The Perfect Pushup", and they work very well. They have mostly eliminated any pain in my wrists while doing pushups. In fact, it is very difficult for me to do standard pushups at all and I'm having little difficulty at all using these. I highly recommend getting them.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:05 PM
I have those, but I find they make the pushups WAY harder for me.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:06 PM
Stretch, Mani, stretch...lots of toe touches and wall hugs.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:11 PM
Harder = stronger! Maybe mix and match? I'm doing 5 different kinds of pushus right now and it is making a difference!
Also keeps down the boredom!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:13 PM
15, 10 and 8 this morning. I took my monthly update pics to be displayed at year's end. I'm still a blob, but dangit I feel better.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:23 PM
What are these? I have the most ridiculous image in my head!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:24 PM
Harder = stronger! Maybe mix and match? I'm doing 5 different kinds of pushus right now and it is making a difference!
Also keeps down the boredom!
Harder = I can't do even 1! I didn't try it on my knees.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:33 PM
Mani, I don't know what to really call them, and that's the best I could do.
Okay, think chain link fence. In High School Cross Country, we'd stretch on the tennis court and use the fence for this. First, you stretch your calves. With your leg straight, you lift your foot, put it against the fence and slowly lower your heel to the ground. You immediately feel the calf being stretched.
You can also play around with that position a little and get a good hammy stretch from there.
Stretching your calves will help your hammies and vice versa. It's all connected.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:49 PM
Applying the concept of whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger is baloney!
Sometimes the strain weakens you permanently.
That is my thought for the day.....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:49 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:50 PM
Applying the concept of whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger is baloney!
Sometimes the strain weakens you permanently.
That is my thought for the day.....
Okay, how about, "Pain is weakness leaving the body!"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:52 PM
Mani, I don't know what to really call them, and that's the best I could do.
Okay, think chain link fence. In High School Cross Country, we'd stretch on the tennis court and use the fence for this. First, you stretch your calves. With your leg straight, you lift your foot, put it against the fence and slowly lower your heel to the ground. You immediately feel the calf being stretched.
You can also play around with that position a little and get a good hammy stretch from there.
Stretching your calves will help your hammies and vice versa. It's all connected.
Got it! I've done those before, just never knew what they were called.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 02:53 PM
For the record, you still don't.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 03:39 PM
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 03:49 PM
15, 10 and 8 this morning. I took my monthly update pics to be displayed at year's end. I'm still a blob, but dangit I feel better.
It's ALL about feeling good!!!
Excercise to feel good and for your health!!! Don't worry the rewards (your awesome body) will come!!
This is not a brag but a fact: I started walking, could barely make it around the block and I kept it up because it made me feel good and then went on to running, cycling, TRX and whatever else holds my interest for the moment. Didn't care if I lost an ounce. Somehow or another, I ended up losing 37 pounds.
My point is, I didn't really focus on the weight loss. I focused on the exercise (because it made me feel good, I'm such a junkie) and trying to eat healthier. It didn't matter how long it took because I wasn't rushing it and didn't obsess over it. What I ended up with was a happy coincidence.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 03:51 PM
And now, she ^^^^ is a goddess!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 03:52 PM
Did mine in one set this morning, the last few were rough, but I can still make it happen for now! Usually it's broken up into sets during my regular stuff, but I'm trying to do my challenge set in addition to the rest of it. Early meeting meant earlier than usual workout, so some was abbreviated, but I got the push-ups at least!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 03:58 PM
And now, she ^^^^ is a goddess!
Ohmygoodness, Pup.
((((HUGS))))
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:00 PM
Honestly, I started working out because I don't want to diet. It was as simple as that. I wanted to be able to enjoy things like beer, brownies, cookies, chips, and french fries on occasion...
And now I really enjoy it! It's part of my routine and I'm committed. I'm all about moderation and balancing the healthy with the not-so-healthy.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:03 PM
^^^ What she said, minus the beer part
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:04 PM
Yes, she is indeed!
I think we need a pushup flashmob!!
A small group, in formation, march into a public space (wherevever), in cadence, spread out (evenly, in cadence) hit the ground and do ???? (20?), Pop up, reform, march out!
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:05 PM
How the heck did I miss this thread until now?
I started it because I have no upper body strength and no real upper body muscle from too many years in ballet and jazz. The fact that I could pop out 33 today, even using the counter, is a bloody miracle.
Getting an awesome pink Guns'n Poodles shirt to wear to Zumba and the gym was just a side bonus.
Winning a beer bet with Jen? Priceless!
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:09 PM
I've been following this thread since it started and you guys are all very motivational! I didn't start at the beginning of the year but am committed to starting now and just catching up. My main goal was to stop smoking and I haven't had one since the beginning of the year!!! I hope I can say that in December too! It's not easy but I'm trying my best to stick to it! Now the exercising thing is my next challenge. I'm hoping if I start out with the pushups that will lead into more. I want to start running so hopefully I can get motivated to start doing that as well!!
Thanks for keeping this thread going because I love to hear everyone's accomplishments!!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:10 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:15 PM
How the heck did I miss this thread until now?
I started it because I have no upper body strength and no real upper body muscle from too many years in ballet and jazz. The fact that I could pop out 33 today, even using the counter, is a bloody miracle.
Getting an awesome pink Guns'n Poodles shirt to wear to Zumba and the gym was just a side bonus.
Winning a beer bet with Jen? Priceless!
<--- So jealous of beating Jen! (JK Jen...sorta)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:16 PM
I've been following this thread since it started and you guys are all very motivational! I didn't start at the beginning of the year but am committed to starting now and just catching up. My main goal was to stop smoking and I haven't had one since the beginning of the year!!! I hope I can say that in December too! It's not easy but I'm trying my best to stick to it! Now the exercising thing is my next challenge. I'm hoping if I start out with the pushups that will lead into more. I want to start running so hopefully I can get motivated to start doing that as well!!
Thanks for keeping this thread going because I love to hear everyone's accomplishments!!
That jut kicks booty CG! Keep it up!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:22 PM
There has to be a way to do this!!!
25 people in ranks (all dressed in steetclothes and looking completely different)
March in in cadence
Halt on command and hit the floor (ok wear gloves if ya want)
20 pushups, in cadence with each other
Pop up on command
March out in ranks
This would be great!!!!
Where's Hawkii? She's good at flashmobs!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:22 PM
Good for you CG! You can do it!!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:23 PM
My main goal was to stop smoking and I haven't had one since the beginning of the year!!!
Congratulations on your progress so far!! Keep it up!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:24 PM
Push-ups with hands on the ankles of the person in front of you!
You plan it and send out plane tickets, we'll be there!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:35 PM
Matt - how did you get a picture of Peepers doing pushups?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:36 PM
I like it!!!
:searches for free plane tickets:
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:51 PM
Matt - how did you get a picture of Peepers doing pushups?
pffft, like anyone will ever find a picture of that!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:38 PM
He has one. Trust me.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 04:50 PM
Shhhh!
Push-up monkey has bad form.
I had one of a guy doing pushups with his hands and feet all on top of the mouth of glass bottles, but it was too large and uncooperative, so I gave up on it. It was much better/more funny!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 05:35 PM
As soon as I get this blessed monitor off of me, I am hitting the gym to do my weights and push-ups. This taep is driving me batty!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 05:37 PM
Oh go ahead and run your HR up to about 182! It will give them a thrill! (JK, dont do that!)
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 07:18 PM
I've been following this thread since it started and you guys are all very motivational! I didn't start at the beginning of the year but am committed to starting now and just catching up. My main goal was to stop smoking and I haven't had one since the beginning of the year!!! I hope I can say that in December too! It's not easy but I'm trying my best to stick to it! Now the exercising thing is my next challenge. I'm hoping if I start out with the pushups that will lead into more. I want to start running so hopefully I can get motivated to start doing that as well!!
Thanks for keeping this thread going because I love to hear everyone's accomplishments!!
Congratulations on the smoking. Keep it up - you are worth all the effort it takes.
That jut kicks booty CG! Keep it up!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/02/12 11:48 PM
You folks and all your many and varied accomplishments are so inspirational and keeping me motivated - thank you!
I am keeping up with the pushups, in several sets through the day. I lost a couple of pounds in the past 10 days since I last weighed in. And I'm making smarter food choices. I really think I feel better physically, and I know I feel more confident and in control of myself. A friend said I'm smiling more.
Don't forget to wear red tomorrow for the American Heart Association's National Wear Red Day! Heart disease kills more women annually than all forms of cancer combined. Be kind to your heart!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 12:29 PM
*LIKE* button for BS!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 12:30 PM
I am doing just the pushups and planks still. I haven't added anything yet. 34 today was tough.
I'm wearing red today.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 01:29 PM
If you have been thinking about getting a shirt, I just got an email that there is a sale at Zazzle today only. 25% off. Use the code WEARURHEARTS at checkout.
Guns 'n Poodles shirts for everyone!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 01:48 PM
I'm still waiting for my swoob tee shirt to arrive
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 02:05 PM
We wear wed most Fwidays to support the twoops! Today we will add heart health!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 02:54 PM
Huh...so I'm wearing blue. I was unaware of the significance of wearing red today.
And I was JUST ABOUT to put on a red polo. Dangit!!
Sets of 15, 11 and 8 today. The fifteenth was a little shaky and the eighth was as well. I'm feeling a bit worn smooth this morning after Little Pup decided that "bedtime" really meant "naptime" last night.
Of course, my glass of wine before bedtime to celebrate Jen's good news didn't help any.
I'm looking forward to my new plan of doing a set of 10 pushups (10 extra, hopefully) every evening and following it with a glass of chocolate milk. Hey, it's still milk!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 03:06 PM
If it's not shaky by the end, you aren't pushing yourself hard enough!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 03:19 PM
::shakes it in support of heart health::
Happy Friday all you happy, healthy people!!!!
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 03:22 PM
My first goal was to get up to my age in one set, and I'm still chugging along toward next Thursday. I haven't done much else, other than some pick-up basketball. I usually get some good excercise shoveling snow, but thank you global warming/climate change. Rumor is my new workplace has a scale in the lunchroom, sounds like good motivation.
Where can we see these T-shirts?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 03:25 PM
::shakes it in support of heart health::
Thanks for that!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 03:34 PM
Where can we see these T-shirts?
Stoopidest. T-Shirts. Ever. (But any profit is going to charity. So there's that.)
http://www.zazzle.com/magandmoo
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 03:36 PM
Where can we see these T-shirts?
Very most funest
Stoopidest. T-Shirts. Ever. (But any profit is going to charity. So there's that.)
http://www.zazzle.com/magandmoo fixed
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 03:44 PM
I'm a sucker for a sale....guess I'd better order today!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 04:31 PM
I have those, but I find they make the pushups WAY harder for me.
I picked up a pair of knock-offs on clearance yesterday for $10. Tried them out this morning...I was able to do 20 and had to stop. Darn things work a lot more muscles using that twisting action than regular push ups. My. Chest. Hurts.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 04:19 PM
How many can/could you do without the handles?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 04:23 PM
Ya, how many? 0_o
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 04:24 PM
Realize also, Freak, that if you're still going to the floor, you're going more negative than if you were not elevated the 4 inches or so by the handles. Could that account for some of the difference?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 04:32 PM
The additional elevation will definitely give you more of a workout, and make your armpits feel more like they're going to fall off than ususal.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:07 PM
Realize also, Freak, that if you're still going to the floor, you're going more negative than if you were not elevated the 4 inches or so by the handles. Could that account for some of the difference?
Well, that makes sense. Okay, just did 28 in addition to the others done earlier and my "goodies" made contact with the floor. The burn is in my arms and armpits. With the handles, the burn was more in my upper chest.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:04 PM
Shirt:
It's not a proper push-up if your goodies don't touch the floor!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:04 PM
Shirt:
It's not a proper push-up if your goodies don't touch the floor!
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHA
BRB
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:12 PM
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:19 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:21 PM
oooooh yes.
::ordering::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:23 PM
That is horribly wrong. I love it!
BTW, for those of you who are relatively close, Super Bowl Party at Pup's place. Please RSVP. I can't reach Cheekers...I guess they haven't come up for air yet...
Wait, was she going to PA or was TJ coming to OK?
<-----horrible friend!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:39 PM
LOL--and people say I'm a freak.....
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:32 PM
That is horribly wrong. I love it!
BTW, for those of you who are relatively close, Super Bowl Party at Pup's place. Please RSVP. I can't reach Cheekers...I guess they haven't come up for air yet...
Wait, was she going to PA or was TJ coming to OK?
<-----horrible friend!
She flew out of OKC so I'm gonna guess she went to PA unless they decided to meet in the middle
and aren't planning to come up for air anytime soon.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:33 PM
I just ordered my Guns 'n Poodles shirt.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:48 PM
Hilarious shirts! I'll have to order a couple tonight to take advantage of the 25% off and the free shipping with $50 or more order. All my gym clothes are getting to be a bit too big and baggy!
Hooray!
By the way, our pushup challenge is growing. My nephew attends a university and he and a bunch of the guys in his dorm are now joining us as of February 1st. They decided they're going to do double all of February to make up for January, and extra on 2/29 to "catch up" so they'll be with everyone else as of March 1st.
I might have to get him a shirt, too... his birthday is coming up.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:36 PM
LOL--and people say I'm a freak.....
I am not afraid to admit that I like the bewb shirts.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:38 PM
Hilarious shirts! I'll have to order a couple tonight to take advantage of the 25% off and the free shipping with $50 or more order. All my gym clothes are getting to be a bit too big and baggy!
Hooray!
By the way, our pushup challenge is growing. My nephew attends a university and he and a bunch of the guys in his dorm are now joining us as of February 1st. They decided they're going to do double all of February to make up for January, and extra on 2/29 to "catch up" so they'll be with everyone else as of March 1st.
I might have to get him a shirt, too... his birthday is coming up.
Your nephew and his boys need t-shirts!!!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 05:46 PM
OMG, you really did buy a boob-sweat t-shirt.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 06:00 PM
LOL--and people say I'm a freak.....
I am not afraid to admit that I like the bewb shirts.
And we aren't afraid to admit that we're looking forward to pictures!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 07:05 PM
Oh my gosh....they are all so hilarious!!!!!
so I did 16 atomic push-ups at TRX (pushup-knee tuck-pushup) and I thinkk my arms fell off somewhere back there. I'm typing this with my toes as we speak.
I'll have to do the other 18 later.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 07:37 PM
Oh my gosh....they are all so hilarious!!!!!
so I did 16 atomic push-ups at TRX (pushup-knee tuck-pushup) and I thinkk my arms fell off somewhere back there. I'm typing this with my toes as we speak.
I'll have to do the other 18 later.
^^^^Toe Typist!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 07:59 PM
Is it wrong that I want a "goodies" t-shirt?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 07:52 PM
Is it wrong that I want a "goodies" t-shirt?
I think it's awesome
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 07:54 PM
Is it wrong that I want a "goodies" t-shirt?
DOOOOOOOOOOOOO EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEETTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 07:55 PM
Is it wrong that I want a "goodies" t-shirt?
You are just promoting proper technique and position! Right?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:01 PM
"Goodies" is a gender neutral term, it's all good! Everybody's got some goodies and they can all be put on the floor!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:22 PM
Crud...I do not need another cotton t-shirt and they are VERY proud of their technical fabrics. I dont want a "goodies" t-shirt enough to pay $40+ for one.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:17 PM
But how are people going to know about the goodies if you dont tell them!?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:28 PM
Is it wrong that I want a "goodies" t-shirt?
DOOOOOOOOOOOOO EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEETTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
YEAH!! DOOOO EEEEIT!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:33 PM
You'd do it if it were on a Bondi Band!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:47 PM
I've never purchased a Bondi Band.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:40 PM
I've never purchased a Bondi Band.
And yet you wear them!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:57 PM
I'll take the "goodies" shirt in a men's long sleeve technical shirt. Medium.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:50 PM
You'd look better in the fitted....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 09:09 PM
There isnt a fitted technical one. :p
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/12 08:58 PM
Picky!
Good taste though!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 02:05 PM
10 miler on Saturday.....well that was just dumb!! LOL
I'm still sore! Ran it at the lake and there was a 28 mph wind out of the north, so the first half of the run was a beast!
Pushups were better 201 yesterday, 50/50/50/51. That last one was probably entertaining to watch trying to maintain form!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 02:37 PM
Well, I got my shirt today, so looks like I'll have motivation in the future! Looks like it showed up Saturday, so I'm sad I wasn't here to get it, but oh well.
The invoice was to a guy in England, so he'll probably be equally surprised if he gets a shirt with my invoice in it...but oh well I guess. (I should sue for privacy violations! haha)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 02:45 PM
Well, I got my shirt today, so looks like I'll have motivation in the future! Looks like it showed up Saturday, so I'm sad I wasn't here to get it, but oh well.
The invoice was to a guy in England, so he'll probably be equally surprised if he gets a shirt with my invoice in it...but oh well I guess. (I should sue for privacy violations! haha)
So how many Pounds was it? Euros?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 02:52 PM
Well, he got a shirt, two mugs and a postcard with express shipping for a total of £36.10.
Just a case of someone stuffing the wrong invoices into the wrong packages. But hey, maybe Roger in Welshpool will be my new penpal! I should ask if he wants to do some push-ups.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 02:58 PM
@ Matt
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 03:06 PM
Well, he got a shirt, two mugs and a postcard with express shipping for a total of £36.10.
Just a case of someone stuffing the wrong invoices into the wrong packages. But hey, maybe Roger in Welshpool will be my new penpal! I should ask if he wants to do some push-ups.
Why not!?!?
Do they do one handed pushups left handed... ? Silly British!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 03:11 PM
1) I was in OKC on Saturday, and that wind was no joke. Well done, BCubed.
2) I did my pushups this morning: 12/20/12 for a total of 42.
I noticed that my 2nd set was always my strongest, so I decided to start doing a "warmup" set before pushing for a higher number. The first set was actually kinda tough. The 2nd set got tough at about 18 and the last set was brutal, but I HAVE to complete my sets in double digits....and I count off by 4s. LOL.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 03:38 PM
Those more serious participants are leaving we amateurs in the dust.
This is starting to cut into my golf time!
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 04:02 PM
Had a lot going on with my sister last week, so the last few days the pushups kind of went by the wayside. Got to start back tonight - but I am so unmotivated right now.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 04:17 PM
Do what you can, debidoo. Family comes first. Be gentle with yourself.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 04:41 PM
Debidoo,
I found myself extremely unmotivated all last week. Things changed drastically in my life LAST weekend, and my mind is a bit unstructured right now....feeling a little lost.
I find little successes each day and even look at a down day as a success because it just might be a sign that my body has worked so hard it needs a rest. I give it a bit of a rest (split the pushups up into more sets of fewer reps) and soon I'm back at it. In the long run, this accomplishment will shine through a lot of the dreary days, I believe. It will also lead to other challenges with equal success (better cardio fitness, etc).
Stay the course the best you can and remember that we're all here to help keep the motivation up. Keep your chin up!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 05:09 PM
It can be hard to transition, but eventually you'll get to the point that exercise is a release and comfort instead of an obstacle to overcome. When my alarm goes off in the morning, I hate my phone and want to throw it, but I know as soon as I get out of bed and lace up the shoes, I'll get my motivation.
Mondays are always the worst, of course. This morning I just felt blah about it and the workout didn't feel good, I had to take more breaks than usual and I just felt really weak the whole time. But, I also know that I feel much worse if I don't work out than if I have a bad workout, so it's still the right decision.
It's just time you have to set aside for you and consider it a mental health break when you're focused on not falling over and getting through the last one and nothing else is in your mind.
Posted By: Bec
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 05:45 PM
^^^ What he said. I totally almost chucked my phone when it went off this morning. But if I can get out of bed and just do something to start my day, its off to the races from there. Usually its brushing my teeth. THere is no going back to bed after thats done.
Monday workouts have definitely been the most challenging in my short 5 week foray to fitness. I skipped the 3rd week's Monday morning. Wasn't even hard on myself for it, just got up early the next day and started where I was at.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 05:48 PM
I went with light cardio and strength training today to ease back into the week. Tomorrow I'll really run.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 06:06 PM
Deb, I have mentioned before. There are good days and bad days. You have been dealing with a lot. Do not beat yourself up for feeling unmotivated. This is so very normal. You are not slacking or being lazy...just being normal.
I do encourage to do what you can do. The most important workout that you will ever do is the one that you don't want to do. You have done amazingly well so far Deb and have accomplished much. I know that you will accomplish much more!
We are here for you and all wish you the very best!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 06:51 PM
I went with light cardio and strength training today to ease back into the week. Tomorrow I'll really run.
Good, because when I wake up and see what you ran, it makes me have to run .10 more than you! Usually I look at the clock and wonder what time you must get up to already have your run done and over before my alarm has even gone off (for the third time)
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 06:54 PM
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 06:55 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 06:58 PM
I went with light cardio and strength training today to ease back into the week. Tomorrow I'll really run.
Good, because when I wake up and see what you ran, it makes me have to run .10 more than you! Usually I look at the clock and wonder what time you must get up to already have your run done and over before my alarm has even gone off (for the third time)
4:50 AM Wake up, bathroom, contacts, glass of water (no, no facepooping)
5:00 AM Treadmill ON, Pandora ON
It helps that I put everything in there the night before, my clothes, contacts, and phone. If I didn't do that, I'd have a much carpier success rate in the morning.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 06:59 PM
It won't help you look any better in the swoob shirt Matt. But I like your thinking!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:02 PM
So this is where you all hang out!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:04 PM
*whispers to 3B*
Psst. Who's the new girl? And has she made up for all past pushups?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:06 PM
We have created a
MONSTER!
But real fun one!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:07 PM
But you love the water bottles, don't you?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:13 PM
But you love the water bottles, don't you?
And tshirts and mugs and.....
Yes, we love water bottles Kit!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:13 PM
FTW!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:17 PM
4:50 AM Wake up, bathroom, contacts, glass of water (no, no facepooping)
5:00 AM Treadmill ON, Pandora ON
It helps that I put everything in there the night before, my clothes, contacts, and phone. If I didn't do that, I'd have a much carpier success rate in the morning.
That made me tired just to read! My schedule changes by the day, but tomorrow will be:
6:00 alarm, snooze, alarm wake up. Dress, head to the car hoping I don't have to scrape it...
6:30 arrive at work, pre-workout drink, pandora on, core/pushups
6:55ish treadmill on
7:40ish cooldown, stretch
7:50-8 lay on floor in front of the fan
8-8:30 get ready, then upstairs to work!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:18 PM
Matt, you need a water bottle.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:18 PM
*whispers to 3B*
Psst. Who's the new girl? And has she made up for all past pushups? I dont recognize her picture....
Hi Newsba! Yup, this is where we hang, comiserate, phislophize and post our successes and failures!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:18 PM
It won't help you look any better in the swoob shirt Matt. But I like your thinking!
There's no way I ever would, or ever would want to look better than her in a swoob shirt! Besides, real men run topless
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:22 PM
It won't help you look any better in the swoob shirt Matt. But I like your thinking!
There's no way I ever would, or ever would want to look better than her in a swoob shirt! Besides, real men run topless
*wolf whistle*
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:29 PM
It won't help you look any better in the swoob shirt Matt. But I like your thinking!
There's no way I ever would, or ever would want to look better than her in a swoob shirt! Besides, real men run topless
This weekend that would have been a real cold man! Where does topless part come into your running ninja outfit?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 07:34 PM
It won't help you look any better in the swoob shirt Matt. But I like your thinking!
There's no way I ever would, or ever would want to look better than her in a swoob shirt! Besides, real men run topless
how YOU doin?
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 08:34 PM
*whispers to 3B*
Psst. Who's the new girl? And has she made up for all past pushups? are you whispering about me?I'm Sara Rose & I'm
totally up to date on my pushups!
I'm Miss CrossFit "not last champion" of Northern California!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 08:58 PM
^^ she's all that, a bag of chips, AND Wonder Woman!
Wassup, Wonder Woman?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 08:58 PM
This weekend that would have been a real cold man! Where does topless part come into your running ninja outfit?
Weather permitting of course. Also, I was talking of treadmill runs! Outdoors it has to be at least 50 before I let my ultra-white self be seen running around.
Kitten, I have a water bottle faithfully at my side from dawn to dusk as it is! If mine ever stops holding water though, I know where to get my replacement!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 09:30 PM
^^ she's all that, a bag of chips, AND Wonder Woman!
Wassup, Wonder Woman?
I totally got my Wonder Woman socks (w/cape) in the mail today. I'm wearing them right now - at work.
Wait for FB updates later
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 09:52 PM
So this is where you all hang out!
You finally found us!!!
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 11:26 PM
I've finally figured out that the only time I can find all y'all in here is when I'm on a conference call with the mute on. That said, I'm still up to date on my pushups, I'm doing 2 sets of all of them, so I think I'm banking them for later... and this morning was a b1tch! Why was 37 harder than 36???
Off to check out the water bottles. It might look great sitting on my desk!
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/12 11:30 PM
And Jen still owes me a beer.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 01:31 PM
Did two sets at the gym last night as part of my weights circuit. Today, I'll do them during my back to back to back conference calls to keep me awake.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:01 PM
I'm liking this conference call pushup idea! I think it should mandatory! Especially if its video conference!
Posted By: debidoo
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:05 PM
We started with 10 pushups & added 2 per week. I did get my 20 in yesterday & walked on the treadmill for 30 minutes. Felt better afterwards. Scales looked as if I may have lost another lb - I'll take whatever I can get. Thanks for all the encouragement. I will get my pushups in today & walk again.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:10 PM
^^ she's all that, a bag of chips, AND Wonder Woman!
Wassup, Wonder Woman?
Sara!!! Que Pasa Stud chic?!
So was the contest fun? That has to be totally challenging!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:31 PM
Sets of 10, 22, and 18 this morning. Got up to 50 total before work, and it felt good. The 22 is my high set for the year so far, and the 18, though rough at the end, felt great...no shoulder pain (just an ache that I've carried for a long time).
These pushups are hurting my pool game, by the way!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:39 PM
Sets of 10, 22, and 18 this morning. Got up to 50 total before work, and it felt good. The 22 is my high set for the year so far, and the 18, though rough at the end, felt great...no shoulder pain (just an ache that I've carried for a long time).
These pushups are hurting my pool game, by the way!
Because you can hardly contain all the extra power and you find yourself putting too much into it? If you're starting to shatter the balls, well...keep it up!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:57 PM
And Jen still owes me a beer.
I may pay up soon, I will email you later this week when plans finalize.
I was a rock star in yoga last night...I did 20 push ups with my feet on the yoga ball and could have kept going but the instructor said "that's enough" and moved us on. This local class helped me a lot when I first started but after spending 6 months at the hot yoga studio near work I'm WAY ahead of everyone (including the instructor). I was the only one in the room that did a full arm side plank, everyone else was on a bent arm and knee. If I would make myself do it at home for an hour, I could get a better workout than in the class.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:48 PM
Sets of 10, 22, and 18 this morning. Got up to 50 total before work, and it felt good. The 22 is my high set for the year so far, and the 18, though rough at the end, felt great...no shoulder pain (just an ache that I've carried for a long time).
These pushups are hurting my pool game, by the way!
Because you can hardly contain all the extra power and you find yourself putting too much into it? If you're starting to shatter the balls, well...keep it up!
Actually, my touch game is pretty good. I lost last night because the cut was so sharp on the 9 ball that I really need to juice it get it to move the 8 inches to the pocket and I didn't hit it hard enough. I think it's because my arms are soooooo huge that I just can't get a smooth stroke on the cue.
Or was it that gigantic Amber Bock? Could be either.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 02:48 PM
hmmmmmm, hot yoga.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 03:18 PM
Sets of 10, 22, and 18 this morning. Got up to 50 total before work, and it felt good. The 22 is my high set for the year so far, and the 18, though rough at the end, felt great...no shoulder pain (just an ache that I've carried for a long time).
These pushups are hurting my pool game, by the way!
Because you can hardly contain all the extra power and you find yourself putting too much into it? If you're starting to shatter the balls, well...keep it up!
Actually, my touch game is pretty good. I lost last night because the cut was so sharp on the 9 ball that I really need to juice it get it to move the 8 inches to the pocket and I didn't hit it hard enough. I think it's because my arms are soooooo huge that I just can't get a smooth stroke on the cue.
Or was it that gigantic Amber Bock? Could be either.
You totally lost me until the "gigantic Amber Bock" part. Then I was on board for sure!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 04:14 PM
I will play pool with you.
As long as we all agree on the division of duties. I will be the comic relief!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 04:25 PM
Sounds fun. BTW, I see a trip to OKC for fattening german food and plenty of hefeweizen in my near future.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 04:57 PM
Sounds fun. BTW, I see a trip to OKC for fattening german food and plenty of hefeweizen in my near future.
I'm in!! 10 pushups for every hefe! The food is gratis!
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 05:16 PM
Sounds fun. BTW, I see a trip to OKC for fattening german food and plenty of hefeweizen in my near future.
If you like german food you need to visit the small Germantown I live in here in Indiana. We have a huge German Festival every July that brings in thousands of people!! Great time, Great German food and German beer!!! I live right in the middle of town so prime parking!! - Not that it is a big town but hard to find parking anywhere that weekend!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 08:00 PM
^^ she's all that, a bag of chips, AND Wonder Woman!
Wassup, Wonder Woman?
Sara!!! Que Pasa Stud chic?!
So was the contest fun? That has to be totally challenging!
It was the most intimidating, frightening, horrifying, disturbing, painful - yet
REWARDING EXPERIENCE I WOULD TOTALLY DO AGAIN!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 08:44 PM
Sounds fun. BTW, I see a trip to OKC for fattening german food and plenty of hefeweizen in my near future.
I'm in!! 10 pushups for every hefe! The food is gratis!
Let me know when you go. I don't have much longer to hand out with yall.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 08:58 PM
Will do, Ms. Cheekster.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 09:13 PM
Sounds fun. BTW, I see a trip to OKC for fattening german food and plenty of hefeweizen in my near future.
I'm in!! 10 pushups for every hefe! The food is gratis!
Let me know when you go. I don't have much longer to hand out with yall.
You are not only invited, attendance is mandatory!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/12 09:16 PM
^^ she's all that, a bag of chips, AND Wonder Woman!
Wassup, Wonder Woman?
Sara!!! Que Pasa Stud chic?!
So was the contest fun? That has to be totally challenging!
It was the most intimidating, frightening, horrifying, disturbing, painful - yet
REWARDING EXPERIENCE I WOULD TOTALLY DO AGAIN! Yup...Mentally disturbed.
Should fit right in!
It does sound like fun.... in a sort of twisted, sick, masochistic, sort of way.
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 02:32 PM
Oh my gosh!!! I may get caught up by the end of the year!! I'm really wishing I would have started on Jan 1 and not in February!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 02:58 PM
It's not a race, and you don't have to catch up, so don't worry about that!
You have to ease into it and do enough to challenge yourself, but not overload yourself. Even if you skip January, you'll still make it up to 335/day by the end of the year. That's hardly an easy task!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 03:04 PM
What he said.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 03:07 PM
Put up sets of 10, 24 and 19 today. It felt good all the way through. I got sore after I cooled down but that's beginning to subside. I held myself back from going for 25 in my 2nd set because I didn't want to overstrain the shoulder. 24 was rough and I could've gotten 25, but it wasn't worth it. Another day.
I think it's great that there are so many still accomplishing the whole day in one set. I'm very impressed.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 03:28 PM
OK, so I'm out of the push-up challenge. But I haven't exactly just quit. I did it up until Jan 29th when I started bootcamp classes. I've been good abotu goign to the classes and doing my hoem Zumba, which in the logn run, is better for me that the daily push-ups. But the challenge was a great way to get me on the right track and motivated to start he classes. Just to knwo I coudl do it and see the results in my muscles. I'm still doing some at home, but not every day or on the same schedule. Part of the reason is bootcamp kicks my butt and I am drained the day of, and then so sore I move funny the next day and a half
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 03:30 PM
If it got you moving more, Dpi, then that's the best part.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 03:36 PM
If you're moving funny the next day, you know you're doing it right!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 04:04 PM
OK, so I'm out of the push-up challenge. But I haven't exactly just quit. I did it up until Jan 29th when I started bootcamp classes. I've been good abotu goign to the classes and doing my hoem Zumba, which in the logn run, is better for me that the daily push-ups. But the challenge was a great way to get me on the right track and motivated to start he classes. Just to knwo I coudl do it and see the results in my muscles. I'm still doing some at home, but not every day or on the same schedule. Part of the reason is bootcamp kicks my butt and I am drained the day of, and then so sore I move funny the next day and a half
We wont consider you "out", just reasigned to boot camp! Get after it girl!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 04:08 PM
If you're moving funny the next day, you know you're doing it right!
@ Matt! So true! But it makes me thing of Monty Python and "The Ministry of Silly Walks"!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 05:03 PM
Dip,
Quitter!
What you are doing is amazing. Keep us posted on your progress and keep pushing/taunting us. Bootcamp sounds like it is something that you will both enjoy and benefit from. Keep after it.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 05:14 PM
bootcamp
Is that code for all day shoe shopping?
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 05:33 PM
I am out clubbing and dancing 3 nights a week. Do you have a bootcamp for me?
I also like Zumba. But at my age, these pushups were taking all day after January.
So I am with Dpi.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 05:48 PM
bootcamp
Is that code for all day shoe shopping?
That's shoe camp, not boot camp! DUH!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 05:59 PM
Hahaha...no, it's liek hardcore circuit training. I'm adding a lunch class during the week, first one is today. So I'll spend the second half of every Wednesday looking liek he!!. On the bright side, my finace is goign to do it with me on Wednesdays
I liek this kind of class because it literally works your whoel body and includes core training. I think tha't s why it kills me the day after...my ENTIRE body is sore, ESPECIALLY my core. I think I have a harder time with the core stuff because my torso is so long but thin. Some of the core thigns are really hard on my back. I do them, btu my muscles freak out and I'm a shakey mess whiel I do them
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 06:04 PM
circuit training
Sounds like something that Bimmer or other IT people could use.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 08:57 PM
Hahaha...no, it's liek hardcore circuit training. I'm adding a lunch class during the week, first one is today. So I'll spend the second half of every Wednesday looking liek he!!. On the bright side, my finace is goign to do it with me on Wednesdays
I liek this kind of class because it literally works your whoel body and includes core training. I think tha't s why it kills me the day after...my ENTIRE body is sore, ESPECIALLY my core. I think I have a harder time with the core stuff because my torso is so long but thin. Some of the core thigns are really hard on my back. I do them, btu my muscles freak out and I'm a shakey mess whiel I do them
So your musdcles are a freaky shakey mess....
There is a good tshirt in there somewhere.....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:04 PM
... or a romance novel
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:09 PM
HA!
Just got back....can barely lift my arms up enough to type. DEF using my wrist pad for the keyboard right now. Is it 4 yet?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:13 PM
... or a romance novel
"Their quaking, shivering, freaky muscles....flapping in the wind!"
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:28 PM
I think you have to replace "shivering" with "quivering" to effectively make it a romance novel.
I've seen Dip's muscles...I can't imagine them "flapping" in the wind. Just sayin'.
Dip...nice job on the kick but workout. Keep it going and keep us posted!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:40 PM
Yeah, I dont write quivering, throbbing, sweaty swoob novels well.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:43 PM
I think I'm going to start. You can call me Daniel Steele.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:49 PM
How about "Freddie Aluminum".....
Someone beat you to the other one.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 09:59 PM
Hahaha...no, it's liek hardcore circuit training. I'm adding a lunch class during the week, first one is today. So I'll spend the second half of every Wednesday looking liek he!!. On the bright side, my finace is goign to do it with me on Wednesdays
I liek this kind of class because it literally works your whoel body and includes core training. I think tha't s why it kills me the day after...my ENTIRE body is sore, ESPECIALLY my core. I think I have a harder time with the core stuff because my torso is so long but thin. Some of the core thigns are really hard on my back. I do them, btu my muscles freak out and I'm a shakey mess whiel I do them
I look like that at work at least twice a week.
Don't feel bad!!
Sounds like you will see results from your efforts in this class quickly!! YAY!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 10:01 PM
Hahaha...no, it's liek hardcore circuit training. I'm adding a lunch class during the week, first one is today. So I'll spend the second half of every Wednesday looking liek he!!. On the bright side, my finace is goign to do it with me on Wednesdays
I liek this kind of class because it literally works your whoel body and includes core training. I think tha't s why it kills me the day after...my ENTIRE body is sore, ESPECIALLY my core. I think I have a harder time with the core stuff because my torso is so long but thin. Some of the core thigns are really hard on my back. I do them, btu my muscles freak out and I'm a shakey mess whiel I do them
I look like that at work at least twice a week.
Don't feel bad!!
Sounds like you will see results from your efforts in this class quickly!! YAY!!
^^^Knows from wench she speaketh......^^^^RIPPED!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 10:11 PM
Hahaha...no, it's liek hardcore circuit training. I'm adding a lunch class during the week, first one is today. So I'll spend the second half of every Wednesday looking liek he!!. On the bright side, my finace is goign to do it with me on Wednesdays
I liek this kind of class because it literally works your whoel body and includes core training. I think tha't s why it kills me the day after...my ENTIRE body is sore, ESPECIALLY my core. I think I have a harder time with the core stuff because my torso is so long but thin. Some of the core thigns are really hard on my back. I do them, btu my muscles freak out and I'm a shakey mess whiel I do them
I look like that at work at least twice a week.
Don't feel bad!!
Sounds like you will see results from your efforts in this class quickly!! YAY!!
Do you change back into your work clothes? Cuz I didn't...i am sitting here sweatband and all
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 10:15 PM
You MUST post a sweatband pic on the pushup page!!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/08/12 10:32 PM
I took one but no internet here at work on my &^$$*( iphone...
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 02:23 PM
Ahhhh, the iPhone saga.
One word. Samsung.
Multiple words. Samsung Galaxy S II.
Look into it.
No pushups this morning as last night kinda ran into this morning...body needs rest before doing that. I'll get them in this evening.
Evidently, I have younger friends who don't care that I really shouldn't try to keep up with them. I won't be doing that again for a very long time.
Posted By: Bankster
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 02:31 PM
I hit my first goal of doing my age in one set today (I broke them up the last few days to save on soreness). My next goal is to stop eating so much junk. I blame the cold, dark weather, but that's a pretty lame excuse. I need to start mixing in some more exercise too, but I just haven't found that motivation yet. My pants becomming uncomfortably tight usually does the the trick.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:24 PM
Evidently, I have younger friends who don't care that I really shouldn't try to keep up with them. I won't be doing that again
for a very long time until the Epic Bachelorette Party.
fixed.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:28 PM
Evidently, I have younger friends who
don't care that I really shouldn'tfind it hilarious to try to make me keep up with them. I won't be doing that again
for a very long time until the Epic Bachelorette Party.
fixed.
Double fixed.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:34 PM
Simple answer. Kill younger friends earlier in the evening.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:35 PM
Hahaha...no, it's liek hardcore circuit training. I'm adding a lunch class during the week, first one is today. So I'll spend the second half of every Wednesday looking liek he!!. On the bright side, my finace is goign to do it with me on Wednesdays
I liek this kind of class because it literally works your whoel body and includes core training. I think tha't s why it kills me the day after...my ENTIRE body is sore, ESPECIALLY my core. I think I have a harder time with the core stuff because my torso is so long but thin. Some of the core thigns are really hard on my back. I do them, btu my muscles freak out and I'm a shakey mess whiel I do them
I look like that at work at least twice a week.
Don't feel bad!!
Sounds like you will see results from your efforts in this class quickly!! YAY!!
Do you change back into your work clothes? Cuz I didn't...i am sitting here sweatband and all
heeheee, admitedly.....not always!
I get busy working and don't always find time to get changed!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:39 PM
Maybe the epic bachelorette party will be the perfect time for the pushup flash mob??
(somehow I envision a push-up bra flash mob when I read this)
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:41 PM
That's going on the t-shirt.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:51 PM
Maybe the epic bachelorette party will be the perfect time for the pushup flash mob??
(somehow I envision a push-up bra flash mob when I read this)
I'm in! I'm in! I'm in!!!!
Will you all have matching bras or contrasting ones?! I'll wear a super hero/Shelton shirt!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 04:07 PM
The t-shirt is lining up to be EPIC!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 03:57 PM
Lots of epicness in this whole tshirt/bachelorette party/wedding/BOL get together thingy! Yup! Very epicky!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 04:04 PM
Makes me think I need someone to throw a bachelor one for me in...sounds like a great time for bad decisions!
I will gladly appear in a push-up bra if all the ladies will as well
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 04:12 PM
Makes me think I need someone to throw a bachelor one for me in...sounds like a great time for bad decisions!
I will gladly appear in a push-up bra if all the ladies will as well
When and where? It would only take a few more persons to turn Me and Pup's reunion (with the able company of CheekEE) into a party!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 05:04 PM
Any time prior to July 21, preferrably not a many many hours drive away from here. If we happen to do it the same weekend and in the same location as CheekEE's...well that would just be a crazy coincidence!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 05:06 PM
All these old married people......
I'm not sure one city can contain all this festivity!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 05:07 PM
OKC isn't THAT far for you. You drive, we'll buy your dinner. Drinks are on you. Cheekster will jump out of the cake....
Happening soon....like really soon....like in February soon....
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 05:54 PM
OOO! I need to take a progress picture! I am super sore today and went to feel/rub my upper arms...they feel noticably bigger! Need to see the side by side before pic with the one-month-ish progress pic
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/09/12 06:08 PM
OOO! I need to take a progress picture! I am super sore today and went to feel/rub my upper arms...they feel noticably bigger! Need to see the side by side before pic with the one-month-ish progress pic
Do it right after your workout! While you feel the pump!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 02:30 PM
Did 10, 22 and 20 last night.
Will do something similar this evening and then use the weekend to get back to doing them in the morning. I like that routine better.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 02:43 PM
It helps to not have it hanging over your head as something to do. Then if you feel particularly energetic or motivated, you can always do some extra ones at night!
We're into the 40's now, crazy stuff everybody!
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 05:58 PM
It helps to not have it hanging over your head as something to do. Then if you feel particularly energetic or motivated, you can always do some extra ones at night!
We're into the 40's now, crazy stuff everybody!
And we're still a couple of weeks away from me hitting the number that coincides with my age. I'm impressed that I'm still here!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 06:04 PM
Just wait until you hit double your age!
For me, that may occur before some people hit their actual age...I'm sorry for that, but I cannot control it. (less than two weeks away now)
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 06:57 PM
50% off waterbottles today on zazzle - 4 hours only.
Use code: LIBERTYBTL50
*cough* *Cheek* *cough*
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 07:52 PM
We've recently passed my age.
Ironically it was the day I did them all in one set. Just made the connection.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 08:34 PM
Hit my age yesterday. And I did 12 extra.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/12 08:40 PM
Methinks I have another pushup tee shirt waiting in my mailbox..................................
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/12 04:20 AM
Massage Guy told me today that he can tell the diff in my muscles. My right knee may be 90, but the rest of me isn't!!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/12 05:05 PM
That's nice to hear, isn't it!
I need a massage girl to tell me that!!
::goes out looking for a massage girl::
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 01:39 PM
Thank you, Pup! we bought "The perfect pushup" this weekend - my wrists are officially saved!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 02:30 PM
That's nice to hear, isn't it!
I need a massage girl to tell me that!!
::goes out looking for a massage girl::
Be very careful how you approach this search, it's very embarassing to show up in the paper with a mugshot and the quote "I swear I was just looking for a massage!"
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 02:36 PM
Message or massage?
"Officer I just needed a message delivered and she said for $20 she would do anything!"
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 03:19 PM
Good news, Walden! Okay, now be careful trying to get all the way to the floor. If you do this, you are going a little negative with your elbows and shoulders. Watch your discomfort level and do what you can, how you can.
I also saw that Gold's Gym has some similar products at WalMart that just might be a little shorter.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 05:46 PM
I've got to dig mine out. They're in here somewhere......
:starts digging through large pile of fitness carp in the garage:
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 05:57 PM
Fitness Friends!!
My daughter Morgan is doing Jump Rope for Heart and is trying to raise $200.00. She is 8 and does at least 100 jumping jacks everyday as her part to stay healthy.
Last year was the top earner in her school and she is really excited to help the school raise $500.00.
If you would like to donate, you can find her link of my FB page.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:02 PM
I can certainly feel it getting tougher and tougher! (duh?)
Got around to doing yesterday's around 11:30 last night, stopped at 38 when my form was starting to go and had to do the last 5 as second set, made me a little sad.
This morning I counted off what I was doing in my regular workout, knowing that I'm now to the point where I'm not sure to hit the day's requirements. Ended up with 3 spare to do at the end of my decline, but couldn't force myself to do any more at that point. Did the rest in a set of 10 after a break.
My favorite part of the day is the 10 minutes where I'm collapsed on the floor after my work out, before I get cleaned up for work. That's probably weird...but oh well!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:13 PM
My birthday is the 80th day of the year this year. I would like to make it till then with out having to do my pushups in multiple sets....but its getting tougher! I just keep saying, "its only one more...", but that argument is becoming less and less convincing.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:14 PM
My birthday is the 80th
day of the year this year. I would like to make it till then with out having to do my pushups in multiple sets....but its getting tougher! I just keep saying, "its only one more...", but that argument is becoming less and less convincing.
Fixed
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:16 PM
My birthday is the 80th
day of the year this year. I would like to make it till then with out having to do my pushups in multiple sets....but its getting tougher! I just keep saying, "its only one more...", but that argument is becoming less and less convincing.
Fixed
I'm ok with that. I usually lie "up" about my age anyway! I look great for 80! I look like he11 for 54!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:23 PM
I have convinced myself now that high numbers within each set are not yet important.
I like starting with a set of 10 or 12, then going off to brush my teeth or whatever and coming back to do a 20 ish set and finishing with another 20ish set. I'll add sets before I push incredibly high rep counts.
I did 10, 20 and 18 this morning.
I was out until 1 am driving in the snow, surveying the landscpape. I did help push a truck out of the ditch a little before 1am, so I think that is why I'm sore today. I've also noticed a decrease in what I can do based on getting too little sleep (ie, going to bed at 1am).
I'm thinking that I will add a set or two in the evening soon so that I'm not rushing in the morning. Hopefully, that won't lead to burnout. We'll see.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:29 PM
You are spot on with the sleep. Also if you track what you eat, you will see some foods are high energy and others actually zap you.
I do my main set first thing in the morning and try to get all I can then, but I do them all day long, whenever I have a break or feel like it. I am in hopes that it will allow me to gradually increase my set length. And yes, some days are easy and other days its a big struggle. Thats where you guys help..if everyone else is doing it when they had a bad day, then so can I.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:38 PM
54? How
you doin'?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:44 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 06:53 PM
Zazzle is doing Free Shipping on orders of $50 or more through the end of March... Just sayin.
Coupon Code FREESHIPFORU
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 07:02 PM
You are spot on with the sleep. Also if you track what you eat, you will see some foods are high energy and others actually zap you.
I do my main set first thing in the morning and try to get all I can then, but I do them all day long, whenever I have a break or feel like it. I am in hopes that it will allow me to gradually increase my set length. And yes, some days are easy and other days its a big struggle. Thats where you guys help..if everyone else is doing it when they had a bad day, then so can I.
Yeah, and I still eat like carp....working on it, though!! No pool hall means no skipping dinner due to time constraints and just settling for some chips, a microwave pizza and a soda for dinner.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 07:04 PM
Zazzle is doing Free Shipping on orders of $50 or more through the end of March... Just sayin.
Coupon Code FREESHIPFORU
YAY!! Thanks, Manimal.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 07:14 PM
@ kitten
I realized that I ordered the same dark grey color that I did the first time, so the tee shirt looks almost identical to the one I already have.
BUT, Zazzle is letting me swap out for a different color. Their customer service is really nice!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 07:24 PM
I've dealt with them before too. They are awesome.
I usually get an email when someone buys something. You rock, Manimal!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 07:58 PM
My birthday is the 80th
day of the year this year. I would like to make it till then with out having to do my pushups in multiple sets....but its getting tougher! I just keep saying, "its only one more...", but that argument is becoming less and less convincing.
Fixed
I'm ok with that. I usually lie "up" about my age anyway! I look great for 80! I look like he11 for 54!
You DO not!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 08:35 PM
He was fishing for a compliment, Boaty....you totally fell for it.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 08:48 PM
My birthday is the 80th
day of the year this year. I would like to make it till then with out having to do my pushups in multiple sets....but its getting tougher! I just keep saying, "its only one more...", but that argument is becoming less and less convincing.
Fixed
I'm ok with that. I usually lie "up" about my age anyway! I look great for 80! I look like he11 for 54!
You DO not!
Does he look that bad for 80?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 09:23 PM
Ok, 80 and a half......
Thanks bOaty!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 09:29 PM
You're beautiful, silly.
Pup, I'm a sucker like that.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 09:38 PM
He was fishing for a compliment, Boaty....you totally fell for it.
Dont be a hater!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 09:56 PM
Yeah Pup, don't be a bully because he's a big, ripped (old) guy! We can't be allowing that kind of discrimination to be going on in here, this is a supportive community!
If you're going to make fun of him for something, it should be for his southern roots or baldness!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 09:59 PM
Yeah Pup, don't be a bully because he's a big, ripped (old) guy! We can't be allowing that kind of discrimination to be going on in here, this is a supportive community!
If you're going to make fun of him for something, it should be for his southern roots or baldness!
YEAH!
No wait.....
Hey!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 10:03 PM
Besides, it's not safe to mock someone who is that close in geographicial proximity to you. He could come take you out! I don't have much to worry about though, so I can get away with it
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 10:03 PM
Yeah Pup, don't be a bully because he's a big, ripped (old) guy! We can't be allowing that kind of discrimination to be going on in here, this is a supportive community!
If you're going to make fun of him for something, it should be for his southern roots or baldness!
He is Hulk Hogan?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 10:03 PM
That possibility has been explored before...
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/13/12 11:44 PM
I've fallen off the pushup wagon. Started when I went out after work on Friday and continued all weekend. I feel badly about it, but I'm putting the 3 days behind me (a blip on the radar) and rededicating myself today to the pushups.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 01:42 PM
14.02% off all orders today on Zazzle. Extra good, since now you can get your CheekEE's EPIC weekend shirt now too.
Use code: HAPPYLOVEDAY
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 01:48 PM
ohhhh man. it's a sign. I didn't order anything last night, just loaded up my cart, and now.... SAVINGS!
Thanks kitten!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 01:52 PM
Thank you!!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 01:55 PM
Got my "Sweet Mother of Fitness" shirt yesterday.
It's gonna show all my curves.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:04 PM
I've fallen off the pushup wagon. Started when I went out after work on Friday and continued all weekend. I feel badly about it, but I'm putting the 3 days behind me (a blip on the radar) and rededicating myself today to the pushups.
Climb back on and no one will be the wiser....shhhhh ::pulls BS back on the wagon::
SEE!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:05 PM
14.02% off all orders today on Zazzle. Extra good, since now you can get your CheekEE's EPIC weekend shirt now too.
Use code: HAPPYLOVEDAY
KEWL! I'll gert mine today! Now, what color...?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:10 PM
Besides, it's not safe to mock someone who is that close in geographicial proximity to you. He could come take you out! I don't have much to worry about though, so I can get away with it
He'll have his chance Friday. But, since I'm buying his food and drink, he'll be docile enough, I think. Plus, I'm bringing bodyguards (Cheekster, Mrs (to be) Pup and Little Pup).
Anyone else wanna join in?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:13 PM
Bad pushup day.
10, 20, 16....just BARELY got there.
Man, the 20 set was a nightmare, but I won't stop before I hit 20 on set #2. I think I'll start doing a set or two (low reps) in the evenings to help supplement the count and to keep loose.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:37 PM
Got my "Sweet Mother of Fitness" shirt yesterday.
It's gonna show all my curves.
Just going to quote this so it doesn't get lost on the previous page...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:37 PM
Mine shrunk significantly after the first wash, thankfully. It's looking much hotter on me now!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:41 PM
Got my "Sweet Mother of Fitness" shirt yesterday.
It's gonna show all my curves.
::runs to fb for photos::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:49 PM
trying to order my epic weekend shirt, computer is not helping though......
Kitten!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 02:55 PM
Are you getting an error?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 03:00 PM
Are you getting an error?
I'd have to find it first! I know its in there.....somewwwhere!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 03:00 PM
I feel like I should get another shirt, but I don't know what to get!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 03:00 PM
It's showing available.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 03:05 PM
I'm sure it is...to normal people.
I'll not give up! It is a VD quest!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 03:49 PM
I got a shirt! I got a shirt! Thanks Kit!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 03:52 PM
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:25 PM
14.02% off all orders today on Zazzle. Extra good, since now you can get your CheekEE's EPIC weekend shirt now too.
Use code: LOVESTINKS
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:13 PM
*kick*
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:17 PM
G'nP, I'll be your temporary Valentine today.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:21 PM
Do you have a link to the epic weekend shirt? I can't seem to find it and I'm curious to see how it turned out!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:23 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:25 PM
I got a grey one! The black on black looked cool, but probably too hard to read.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:30 PM
Lol! Love it, well done.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:35 PM
You should get one! Then you will be there in spirit. That's what I'm going to do.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:42 PM
Spirit? Why do you think I'm working out so hard? I plan to be the guy popping out of the cake! Figure out your travel arrangements, it will truely be a sight to behold.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:47 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:49 PM
I'll hold the cake up.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:51 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:53 PM
I'm trying to figure out what to put on my EPIC shirt to customize it.....................
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 04:57 PM
I'll hold the cake up.
It'll be a bit like an Atlas statue, a sure crowd-pleaser.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 05:34 PM
Mani - you could change the EPIC! to something more fun.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 06:00 PM
I'll hold the cake up.
It'll be a bit like an Atlas statue, a sure crowd-pleaser.
OK, but do I have to wear that little toga thingy he always has on...and those sandles are awful!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 06:01 PM
Yes. And just like with kilts, you have to go commando.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 06:09 PM
Yes. And just like with kilts, you have to go commando.
:begins plotting wind speeds in Oklahoma for June:
I think I'm gonna need some bikini glue!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 06:26 PM
Mani - you could change the EPIC! to something more fun.
WOOT. I got free shipping AND 14.02% off!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 06:27 PM
Yes. And just like with kilts, you have to go commando.
I do have a new kilt!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 06:30 PM
I'm not interested in being part of this any longer, it's not nearly as awesome sounding as it was originally. I refuse to be held aloft by a guy whose skirt is blowing in the breeze while his goodies are likely on the floor!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 06:36 PM
I'm not interested in being part of this any longer, it's not nearly as awesome sounding as it was originally. I refuse to be held aloft by a guy whose skirt is blowing in the breeze while his goodies are likely on the floor!
I defy any of you not to crack up the next time somebody mentions a goody bag in conversation!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 10:21 PM
For Love Day, I have GnPs poodle on my chest.
Hee hee
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 10:15 PM
Not to mention GnP's arm/hand...happy Valentine's day to you!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 10:39 PM
Yes, it is.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/14/12 10:30 PM
Does Peepers know about this??! Just engaged and already dealing with infidelity? Or is it one of those "open" relationships?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 12:22 AM
Call me crazy, but I think we need a zazzle t-shirt that combines the 2012 pushup challenge with preparing for a zombie apocalypse! One of you clever, creative types can come up with the exact wording and/or graphics! Something along the lines of "I'm only getting in shape in 2012 so I'll be ready for the Zombie Apocalypse."
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 12:32 AM
On it!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 01:08 AM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 03:21 AM
Ha! We just have to be strong enough to push a slower, weaker person into the hordes, then off we run safe and sound. (Assuming these are the slow variety of zombies and not the quick, agile version that has come to light in recent years.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 01:56 PM
Love the Zombie pic!!!
must... stop... ordering... t-shirts...
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 02:37 PM
I was momentarily frightened that kitten used my zombie Halloween photos for the t-shirt. Whew! Crisis adverted.
(continues goal of staying OFF of the front of a t-shirt)
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 02:25 PM
I wouldn't use a pic without permission. I got GnP's permission to use his.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 02:43 PM
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 02:50 PM
I would buy Jen's Ipad playlist of love songs though, just sayin'
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 03:20 PM
You have my permission to use Jen's Zombie pic on a shirt...and Dip is THE ZOMBIE QUEEN, so she's got some good ones, too.
If we only had a "Flashdance" pic to use in some manner...
Rule #1 Cardio
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 03:30 PM
Pup, you no like my Zombie pic?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 04:05 PM
The Flashdance pic had better not ever see the light of day or someone will die a very SLOW and painful death.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 04:30 PM
::Changes the file name of Flashdance Pic that Pup e-mailed me to 2010taxrtrn.jpg and alerts other recipients on the list to do the same::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 04:40 PM
Pup, you no like my Zombie pic?
I haven't looked yet. I'm sure I will, though.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 04:43 PM
Send over the flashdance pic, and I will make an awesome "Pushup Maniac" t-shirt.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 04:44 PM
The Flashdance pic had better not ever see the light of day or someone will die a very SLOW and painful death.
Easy there, cowgirl. Nobody needs to die today.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 05:33 PM
You have my permission to use Jen's Zombie pic on a shirt...and Dip is THE ZOMBIE QUEEN, so she's got some good ones, too.
If we only had a "Flashdance" pic to use in some manner...
Rule #1 Cardio
Oh my gosh! My hubby just bought me that movie for Valetine's day! LOVED it!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 06:24 PM
Send over the flashdance pic, and I will make an awesome "Pushup Maniac" t-shirt.
Although that would be hilarious...um...no.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 06:19 PM
You have my permission to use Jen's Zombie pic on a shirt...and Dip is THE ZOMBIE QUEEN, so she's got some good ones, too.
If we only had a "Flashdance" pic to use in some manner...
Rule #1 Cardio
Oh my gosh! My hubby just bought me that movie for Valetine's day! LOVED it!
I think you're referring to "Z-Land" rather than "Flashdance"...unless you got both (spoiled).
"Zombieland" is the awesome. Mrs (to be) Pup doesn't agree, but I can live with that. I'm suddenly hungry for a Twinkie.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 06:52 PM
Yes refering to Zombieland.
I prefer Snowballs.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 06:54 PM
No way. I don't like coconut. "It's not the taste, it's the texture."
I had a donut this morning (shame on me) and the last bite had a hint of coconut in it...just the taste. I had to think of that line!.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 07:22 PM
I was momentarily frightened that kitten used my zombie Halloween photos for the t-shirt. Whew! Crisis adverted.
(continues goal of staying OFF of the front of a t-shirt)
She didnt say anything about the BACK of a T-shirt!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/15/12 07:27 PM
Rule #2 "Double Tap", actually infers and unspoken rule #2.5, "Have a zombie apocolypse gun".
<--Has a zombie gun!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 04:37 PM
Awful quiet in here, everybody must be using up all their "free time" to do push-ups!
Got back out of bed around midnight to do mine for yesterday, darn near forgot!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 04:40 PM
Awful quiet in here, everybody must be using up all their "free time" to do push-ups!
Got back out of bed around midnight to do mine for yesterday, darn near forgot!
LMBO! I did that one night half asleep because I couldnt remember if had done them that morning...while I was half asleep! Darned Ambien!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 04:42 PM
I was just laying there, wide awake, so it helped me fall asleep too. Good for many reasons!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 04:45 PM
Isn't it strange that we forget? At this point, they should be regular as brushing your teeth.
But I forget too.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 04:47 PM
Brushing teeth is supposed to be regular? Uh oh...
Usually never a problem, but I didn't work out yesterday so I didn't have time to think of it!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 04:52 PM
I haven't missed a day so far, but ask me in....what's the next month?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 04:57 PM
Did sets of 12, 25 and 20 this morning. 25 is my high set so far this year and 57 is my highest total daily number since I did 78 and burned my shoulder awhile back. Highest in February, for sure. ::loud applause:: And, for the ladies, I must say that I'm lookin' pretty darn good.
::ladies whistling::
I usually do my first set after putting on my pre-electric shave lotion, come in and shave, take my pills for the day, then go do my 2nd set, finish getting ready with clothes ready to go and do my 3rd set.
Then, I try to cool off before gettign dressed. Deogorant is applied a couple times in there.
Fending off the dog and Little Pup are usually my greatest obstacles.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 05:22 PM
You going to do an extra set to work off the hefe?
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:03 PM
Woo Hoo!!! My daughter is going out for the high school track team!! She has shown zero interest in running or track but the boyfriend [involuntary eye twitch] is doing track so she is going to try out.
She originally wanted to do throw (jav, shot, disc) but being not quite 5' and barely 100 lbs she will likely be running. Of course I offered to help
I told her that running does not require skill or athletic ability, just determination and practice. I am hoping that she likes it and that I can help her along. She is very competitive, both with me and the boyfriend so hopefully she will learn to push herself and develop a love for running
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 05:55 PM
giggles @ [involuntary eye twitch]
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:03 PM
That's awesome TJ! I think you'll be a great mentor for her.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:16 PM
I missed my pushups yesterday but I gave my lungs a good workout.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:33 PM
I missed my pushups yesterday but I gave my lungs a good workout.
Opera? Balloons?
Cardio is great! and your upper bod may have need the rest.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:33 PM
One set for the hefe and another for the decadence of German food, in general.
Open invitation to Pushupers and BOLers to Royal Bavaria tomorrow night at 7pm, by the way. I'll be paying my debt to B Cubed for OU's loss to OSU this year and bringing Mrs (to be) Pup, who is an OSU fan herself, and Little Pup (He's a Toddler Divided).
Lunchtime. Seeyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:34 PM
Woo Hoo!!! My daughter is going out for the high school track team!! She has shown zero interest in running or track but the boyfriend [involuntary eye twitch] is doing track so she is going to try out.
She originally wanted to do throw (jav, shot, disc) but being not quite 5' and barely 100 lbs she will likely be running. Of course I offered to help
I told her that running does not require skill or athletic ability, just determination and practice. I am hoping that she likes it and that I can help her along. She is very competitive, both with me and the boyfriend so hopefully she will learn to push herself and develop a love for running
Too cool TJ!
Everybody started somewhere, this may be hers!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:43 PM
Too cool TJ!
Everybody started somewhere, this may be hers!
Went out for cross country and track in 10th grade because some friends were in it, was an awesome experience!
That height might make it hard to hurdle, but she could be great in any of the other events if she wanted to be. Just look out for when she wants to go on long runs with the boyfriend
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:43 PM
I missed my pushups yesterday but I gave my lungs a good workout.
Opera? Balloons?
Cardio is great! and your upper bod may have need the rest.
Cigars? Yelling profanity at random passers-by?
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 07:02 PM
Just look out for when she wants to go on long runs with the boyfriend
I can run farther and faster than either of them so they have to behave [involuntary eye twitch] I am also part Ninja so they will never hear me....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 06:52 PM
You might want to get that eye checked out! Too much stress, you should drink more, or relax and work on your throw-star skills. Never know when you'll need to take someone out.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 07:22 PM
I guess [involuntary eye twitch] is better than [involuntary trigger finger twitch]
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 07:26 PM
I went out for football as a freshman. I weighed about 83 lbs.
My sophomore year, I went out for cross country instead, mostly just to get in shape for wrestling.
Co-ed buses to cross country races are the best
::dodges roundhouse right by TJ::
This is where I learned to give massages.
::blocks a knee to the groin but takes an uppercut....taps out::
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 08:11 PM
Pup, if I'm not mistaken, your daughter will be starting college (AKA Satan's Playground™) next year
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 08:02 PM
Why do you think I tapped out....that little tidbit of information was the "uppercut" I referenced up there ^^^^.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 09:36 PM
Its surviveable guys. I've got one married and another about to graduate and I havent had to kill anyone.
Notice that I said I havent "had" to. The first two were voluntary, not compulsary. After that there are just so few problems....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 09:39 PM
<-- Would hide from your daughters if I knew you were the dad...
All my girlfriend's parents have loved me, but just because I'm so adorable and unthreatening
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 09:43 PM
<-- Would hide from your daughters if I knew you were the dad...
All my girlfriend's parents have loved me, but just because I'm so adorable and unthreatening
The first one's to die....'cause I was the same way!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 09:48 PM
Stop trying to act like you're me from the future! You're taking away all the fun of life.
Or, give me some stock tips that will help me retire before I hit your age
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 09:57 PM
Why do I suddenly feel like Austin Powers...
:checks teeth quickly:
Posted By: rainman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/16/12 10:44 PM
Its surviveable guys. I've got one married and another about to graduate and I havent had to kill anyone.
Notice that I said I havent "had" to. The first two were voluntary, not compulsary. After that there are just so few problems....
That's kind of like what Bruce Willis said (a long time ago): "My plan is to kill the first one [ potential boyfriend ] and hope that word just gets round."
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 01:03 PM
Bruce had some wisdom! I really did workout with the wrestling team as the were coming through high school. Probably saved some poor lads life by putting him in a guillotine at school!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 01:57 PM
I'm more of a near-side cradle kind of a guy. Of course, how can you go wrong with a lateral drop into a head lock?
So, I thought it wise to add 16 pushups to my daily total yesterday. I also added 3 sets of 30 second planks.
That may not sound that impressive to some of you think, athletic, in-shape sorts out there, but this fat body was shaking like a leaf the whole time. by the 30 second mark on the last two sets, my lower back was getting a good workout!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 01:58 PM
Managed 12, 20 and 20 this morning. Definitely need to add the "hefeweizen set(s)" after work before my trek to OKC!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 02:13 PM
3 sets of 30 second planks
Well done!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 02:13 PM
I'll do them there!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 02:13 PM
3 sets of 30 second planks
Well done!
*LIKE*
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 02:21 PM
I'll do them there!
I don't need to subject the fine patrons of the Royal Bavaria to my shaky pushup style.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 02:31 PM
Ok, just sayin'
I probably will have 1 anyway. I'm trying to get my girlish figure back!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 02:55 PM
Get some beer in him, he'll be doing kegstand push-ups in no time!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 03:33 PM
Get some beer in him, he'll be doing kegstand push-ups in no time!
Oohh! Intead of kettlebell swings.....Kegger swings!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 04:55 PM
I haven't visited the kettlebells in a couple of weeks but if you're offering up kegger swings, I'll wait for those!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 05:16 PM
I haven't visited the kettlebells in a couple of weeks but if you're offering up kegger swings, I'll wait for those!!
Did the Kettlebells last night after racquetball. That will kick your azz!
We will save some for you!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 05:20 PM
I should have done them after the stair climber yesterday!!
Yes please save some. LEt me know what kind of beer you guys have tonight.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 07:24 PM
I should have done them after the stair climber yesterday!!
Yes please save some. LEt me know what kind of beer you guys have tonight.
It shall be cold and wheat based! YUMMERS!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 07:28 PM
You should probably find one that isn't grain based. Maybe steak based! Protein beer...mmmm.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 07:38 PM
You should probably find one that isn't grain based. Maybe steak based! Protein beer...mmmm.
I think they call that decomp!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 07:58 PM
It shall be cold and wheat based! YUMMERS!
Want.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 08:11 PM
Do y'all have Allagash Black where you are? It is black like Guinness, but lighter somehow. It's deeeeeeeeelish.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 08:14 PM
Gotta do a lot of pushups to burn those cals!
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 08:15 PM
It's worth it.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 08:47 PM
Boaty, this restaurant brews its own Hefeweizen....it. is. delicious.
That's what we're having.
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 09:03 PM
Managed 12, 20 and 20 this morning. Definitely need to add the "hefeweizen set(s)" after work before my trek to OKC!!
I didn't add any push ups. ... I just didn't eat much today!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/17/12 09:08 PM
As a Guiness lover, I believe you. Skip the chips and salsa snack, have a Guiness instead! Drinking your calories, liquid diets have their merits.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/18/12 07:33 PM
Hefeweizen is my spinach. I did sets of 20, 23, 20 and 20 this morning. 83 is by 2012 daily high total, and I feel pretty good.
I had a footlong cold cut combo from Subway for lunch. Added a nice bottle of water and about to take down a Monster Rehab....only 10 calories, not evil enough.
Now to finish this case and see about getting a new ATM planned!
If not for the cold, rainy mess we have going on, I'd hit the bike this afternoon.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/18/12 07:41 PM
I haven't visited the kettlebells in a couple of weeks but if you're offering up kegger swings, I'll wait for those!!
Did the Kettlebells last night after racquetball. That will kick your azz!
We will save some for you!
I love Kettlebells. Do Turkish Getups. I still have bruises on my forearms.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/20/12 01:40 PM
As a Guiness lover, I believe you. Skip the chips and salsa snack, have a Guiness instead! Drinking your calories, liquid diets have their merits.
werd...
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 12:05 PM
<-- Would hide from your daughters if I knew you were the dad...
All my girlfriend's parents have loved me, but just because I'm so adorable and unthreatening
The first one's to die....'cause I was the same way!
So Saturday night my daughter and her boy friend [involuntary eye twitch] are in the living room being goofy and he has her in an arm bar wrestling hold of some sort. I said "Oh, are we wrestling? That's great! [involuntary eye twitch] I get to take on the winner." the boyfriend [involuntary eye twitch] laughs for a moment until he realized that I was not kidding.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 02:29 PM
At least they're wrestling in your house instead of in his van with shag-carpeting down behind the old grocery store!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 02:34 PM
Pulling up to pick up my daughters in a van would have been an exercise in futility. No van's, no pickups with camper shells, no station wagons, no motorcycles with covered side cars!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 03:51 PM
Boaty, this restaurant brews its own Hefeweizen....it. is. delicious.
That's what we're having.
::drools::
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 03:54 PM
Had a wrestling match of my own this weekend. My daughter was being a turd so I decided it was a good idea to hold her down and tickle her....which promptly resluted in me having a black eye.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:14 PM
Tickling our kids is a parental right. I can get all my kids (17, 10 adn 2 1/2) to smile just by threatening to tickle them.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:18 PM
On the pushup front:
After missing dinner last night due to poor time management, I rushed off to pool league and partook in 2 hefeweizens and a Miller Lite (bad idea on the Miller Lite). Upon arriving home, I made a PB and J and went to bed.
I got up this morning, fought through a headache to get to the Excedrine bottle and take a dark, hot shower. Then, I managed sets of 12, 28, 22, and 24 for a total of 86. 28 is my highest set so far, and 86 is my highest daily total so far.
Headache is almost gone.:)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:18 PM
Had a wrestling match of my own this weekend. My daughter was being a turd so I decided it was a good idea to hold her down and tickle her....which promptly resluted in me having a black eye.
Its a beauty too!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:23 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Wrestle Rafaela Silva, then let us know.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:33 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Can't speak for others, but I'm squirmy. It's more of a defense than an offense.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:37 PM
On the pushup front:
After missing dinner last night due to poor time management, I rushed off to pool league and partook in 2 hefeweizens and a Miller Lite (bad idea on the Miller Lite). Upon arriving home, I made a PB and J and went to bed.
I got up this morning, fought through a headache to get to the Excedrine bottle and take a dark, hot shower. Then, I managed sets of 12, 28, 22, and 24 for a total of 86. 28 is my highest set so far, and 86 is my highest daily total so far.
Headache is almost gone.:)
<---Needed to do a lot of pushups after PUP fed me and the Cheekster TOO much German food and Hefe! The Pup pays up his debts Royaly!
Thanks buddy!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:40 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Wont name names, but there's a few around here, that if they get their legs around you can make you holler uncle!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:41 PM
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:46 PM
Had a wrestling match of my own this weekend. My daughter was being a turd so I decided it was a good idea to hold her down and tickle her....which promptly resluted in me having a black eye.
Its a beauty too!
Yes it is! It's gotten darker!!
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Wont name names, but there's a few around here, that if they get their legs around you can make you holler uncle!
Classy. Very classy.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:58 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Can't speak for others, but I'm squirmy. It's more of a defense than an offense.
As someone who has been on the receiving ends of similar defenses, it doesn't work. Just makes your opponent more motivated! My woman won't wrestle me any more, so I guess I need to find other women to wrestle!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 04:59 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Can't speak for others, but I'm squirmy. It's more of a defense than an offense.
As someone who has been on the receiving ends of similar defenses, it doesn't work. Just makes your opponent more motivated! My woman won't wrestle me any more, so I guess I need to find other women to wrestle!
......and that was when she hit him with the skillet your honor...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 05:01 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Wont name names, but there's a few around here, that if they get their legs around you can make you holler uncle!
Classy. Very classy.
Yeah, that didnt come out qhite like I meant that....
We shall rephrase....
Some of the women have very strong legs and are quite competitive!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 05:31 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Wont name names, but there's a few around here, that if they get their legs around you can make you holler uncle!
Classy. Very classy.
Yeah, that didnt come out qhite like I meant that....
We shall rephrase....
Some of the women have very strong legs and are quite competitive!
OMG
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 05:30 PM
Ok, how bout this...
They can whoop your @$$!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 05:33 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Wont name names, but there's a few around here, that if they get their legs around you can make you holler uncle!
Classy. Very classy.
Yeah, that didnt come out qhite like I meant that....
We shall rephrase....
Some of the women have very strong legs and are quite competitive!
Sounds better the other way and you did have that nasty typo.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 05:38 PM
...they him found in a gutter, stomped with 4 inch heels.....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 06:28 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Can't speak for others, but I'm squirmy. It's more of a defense than an offense.
As someone who has been on the receiving ends of similar defenses, it doesn't work. Just makes your opponent more motivated! My woman won't wrestle me any more, so I guess I need to find other women to wrestle!
When in trouble I employ the following methods:
1. Cry out "OW!" really loud. He'll think he's hurt you and let go.
2. Say "Wait, wait!" Sort of a time out, which gives you time to plan your next move.
3. Tell him you can't breathe because all of his weight is on you. Coughing is also acceptable.
4. Call the dogs over. No one wants a puppy bath, and if they climb on your opponent, even better.
5. Bite. Who said I'd play fair?
...and finally, when all else fails:
6. "Accidental" groin kick.
works every time
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 06:42 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Can't speak for others, but I'm squirmy. It's more of a defense than an offense.
As someone who has been on the receiving ends of similar defenses, it doesn't work. Just makes your opponent more motivated! My woman won't wrestle me any more, so I guess I need to find other women to wrestle!
When in trouble I employ the following methods:
1. Cry out "OW!" really loud. He'll think he's hurt you and let go.
2. Say "Wait, wait!" Sort of a time out, which gives you time to plan your next move.
3. Tell him you can't breathe because all of his weight is on you. Coughing is also acceptable.
4. Call the dogs over. No one wants a puppy bath, and if they climb on your opponent, even better.
5. Bite. Who said I'd play fair?
...and finally, when all else fails:
6. "Accidental" groin kick.
works every time
Experience is like Motivation, it makes you do stuff!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 06:46 PM
When in trouble I employ the following methods:
1. Cry out "OW!" really loud. He'll think he's hurt you and let go.
2. Say "Wait, wait!" Sort of a time out, which gives you time to plan your next move.
3. Tell him you can't breathe because all of his weight is on you. Coughing is also acceptable.
4. Call the dogs over. No one wants a puppy bath, and if they climb on your opponent, even better.
5. Bite. Who said I'd play fair?
...and finally, when all else fails:
6. "Accidental" groin kick.
works every time
The lesson of this post: Never trust a woman. Everything she says, even when playing around, is a lie designed to disarm you so she can go for the kill-shot!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 06:50 PM
You are just finding that out?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 06:57 PM
Young Matthew....you have much to learn.
Mani, you're evil.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 07:14 PM
You are just finding that out?
Mine is still a college student that only works part-time and depends on me to provide her extravagant lifestyle. So, she still has to be nice to me for a few more months until she (hopefully!) finds a job and can afford to let her true self be known!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 07:16 PM
Mani, you're evil.
who, me?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 07:26 PM
Is that a (tarnished) halo I see?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 07:37 PM
It may have been to heck and back, but I still got it.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 08:01 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:26 PM
...and finally, when all else fails:
6. "Accidental" groin kick.
works every time
The lesson of this post: Never trust a woman. Everything she says, even when playing around, is a lie designed to disarm you so she can go for the kill-shot!
..and he's only thirtysomething. It is possible he may survive.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:27 PM
It may have been to heck and back, but I still got it.
That halo's better when it comes with a little experience behind it!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:31 PM
The halo kind of lost something when Microsoft bought one.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:34 PM
Ahem, is your halo licensed by Microsoft, Mani?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:34 PM
Halo's are like medals. Dont mean anything if you didn't earn it.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:35 PM
Mani dont need no stinkin' license!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:53 PM
..and he's only thirtysomething. It is possible he may survive.
If you're talking to me, I'm offended! If you're talking to Pup, I'm sure he's very flattered. If you averaged our ages you might get 30 something
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:56 PM
:plans trip to Iowa go stomp Matt into the ground for calling me old:
:Thinks again and decides to stop by to pick up some "old" friends to help me as I'm too old for this:
BTW, go Hawkeyes. 3rd at Nationals certainly wasn't the goal, but it's not too shabby either.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 09:59 PM
..and he's only thirtysomething. It is possible he may survive.
If you're talking to me, I'm offended! If you're talking to Pup, I'm sure he's very flattered. If you averaged our ages you might get 30 something
Are you then 5 years old (for the average thing to work)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 10:04 PM
..and he's only thirtysomething. It is possible he may survive.
If you're talking to me, I'm offended! If you're talking to Pup, I'm sure he's very flattered. If you averaged our ages you might get 30 something
Cute when they're little arent they?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 10:18 PM
:like:
Yep, adorable.
:tussles Matt's hair:
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 10:32 PM
:like:
Yep, adorable.
:tussles Matt's hair:
You'd get a most unfriendly reaction to that I'm afraid. Those of us who still have all their hair have to protect it!
And I know you're not quite that old! At least you're not old enough to be my dad, like some folks here... (Bx3) But...if you average our ages, it's 33.5, so yeah, my point stands!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/12 10:40 PM
Do women wrestle the same as they throw a ball....like a girl?
Huh...
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 02:27 AM
:like:
Yep, adorable.
:tussles Matt's hair:
You'd get a most unfriendly reaction to that I'm afraid. Those of us who still have all their hair have to protect it!
And I know you're not quite that old! At least you're not old enough to be my dad, like some folks here... (Bx3) But...if you average our ages, it's 33.5, so yeah, my point stands!
B-Cubed, notice the ability to find our average age. That is what an Iowa education will get you.
<-------- Enjoys the benefit of an Iowa education.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 01:39 PM
Now average our weights, eye color and bench presses!
This is fun!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 01:49 PM
Are you boys done p1ssing on one another??
Guess what I get to do today!!! Buy new work pants. Mine are falling off!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 02:11 PM
::Hands CheekEE some Mork and Mindy Suspenders til she gets to the store::
Great job honey
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 02:11 PM
YAY for CheekEE!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 02:24 PM
::bows:: Thank you ... Thank you
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 02:46 PM
Are you boys done p1ssing on one another??
Guess what I get to do today!!! Buy new work pants. Mine are falling off!!
:looks at the other guys...nods: Yeah, I think so.
Well done Cheekster!! The Amazing Shrinking woman!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 03:05 PM
Bad morning today, woke up with a sore throat, gathered up cough drops and such for the day but forgot my pre-workout drink. Got through the workout but it was pretty rough, hit the showers and got a little dizzy (from low blood sugar I'm sure) and the resulting few minutes I spent taking a small nap made me late for an early meeting and only afforded me time for a protein bar.
That's what happens when I deviate from the routine! Everything falls to pieces. Oh well, at least I didn't collapse and knock my head on the floor or something goofy! But, that's proof that the drink is actually doing something at least and I'm not just wasting money on it.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 03:18 PM
<--- Is hypoglycemic. Be careful with that buddy. I have ignored it before and been really sorry.
Glad your ok.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 03:33 PM
Combine it with being hot and going into a hot locker area, bad recipe.
But some days just can't be perfect like all the others, right? At least I got my push-ups done!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 03:38 PM
Combine it with being hot and going into a hot locker area, bad recipe.
But some days just can't be perfect like all the others, right? At least I got my push-ups done!
Nope! Like I say, you just did the most important workout...the one you dont feel like doing! Great job!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 03:48 PM
at least I didn't collapse and knock my head on the floor
Been there (literally). Not fun, as BB1 said. Glad you made it through!
::hands Matt a glass of orange juice and a cookie::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 03:52 PM
I need my vitamin C, for sure, but get that cookie outta here! I appreciate the thought though
We have many boxes of girl scout cookies taunting me, but I've successfully fought them off so far!
Woke up at 2 with a sore throat, slammed 3,000mg of C with an OJ chaser before passing back out on the couch.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 03:59 PM
I'm glad the Girl Scouts are doing well (despite the legislator that thinks they are a lesbian recruiting org.....idiot).
But I wish they would sell oranges or apples or something! Those darned cookies are everywhere!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 04:03 PM
Their cookies promote killing the rain forest, I saw a petition on it! Little jerk girl scouts and their use of whatever oil they use that comes from trees (palm probably). I don't have the energy to look it up.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 04:14 PM
The only thing I know for sure they would kill is my waistline! Thats enough for me! LOL
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 04:32 PM
one Thin Mint cookie = 40 calories
That means for every mile I run I can eat 2.4 thin mint cookies.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 04:34 PM
one Thin Mint cookie = 40 calories
That means for every mile I run I can eat 2.4 thin mint cookies.
Dont be silly!
They will melt while you run!
Silly girl.....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 04:59 PM
one Thin Mint cookie = 40 calories
That means for every mile I run I can eat 2.4 thin mint cookies.
It makes me happy to know I'm not the only one that considers how many miles I have to run to burn off something I eat.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 04:58 PM
one Thin Mint cookie = 40 calories
That means for every mile I run I can eat 2.4 thin mint cookies.
It makes me happy to know I'm not the only one that considers how many miles I have to run to burn off something I eat.
Are you kidding? Everytime I open my mouth I consider what it will take to remove it!
I cooked up the most wonderful steaks last weekend (2in ribeyes). Spent all week eating chicken, rice and protein shakes so I wouldn't have to run 26.2 miles to work it off!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 06:11 PM
Yep, I do the same! Sometimes it's helpful, other times it's just depressing.
Also B^3, I had a heated conversation with my dad over lunch (insert joke about you being old) after he told me my mom is doing that #@$%ing HCG diet. Well, she's already lost 14 pounds in two weeks so obviously it's a wonder drug...sigh. She's a nurse, she should know better, especially that a 500 cal/day diet is absolutely unhealthy.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 07:09 PM
Oh Matt....sorry for that and you are right. The argument is likely heated because they know you are right.
People in Bosnia and Uganda have been on this diet for sometime now. Its called starvation.
Since you cant stop her, maybe you can encourage some healthy eating and exercise to "Help with the success"?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 07:33 PM
She's been doing that, she's been walking 3-5 miles pretty much daily for the last year or so after making the decision to get healthy, and both of my parents have been eating much better since then.
She's seen results, but of course, not enough and not quickly enough. How she found this idea, I do not know, and it has her drinking coffee for the first time in her life since she can't have pop or wine (the biggest issue for her!), so that's somewhat amusing, but overall still not cool.
He did say she's been a bump on a log most of those two weeks and not very energetic...um, I wonder why!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 09:53 PM
LOL....he said "pop".
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 09:57 PM
yeah, in oklahoma its "coke".
Even if its Pepsi or Dr Pepper...its still "coke".
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 09:59 PM
You know it's the right thing to call it! You shut your face.
You're probably in the part of the country that calls all carbonated beverages "Coke".
Edit: Too slow in responding, but I was right! Goofy people you've got down there.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 10:03 PM
I call it "pop" whenever I know that there is someone around that will understand it. It's either "coke" or "soda" here and more people drink Dr. Pepper than I care to admit.
:takes a sip of Cherry Dr. Pepper:
That's why I laughed.
:tussles Matty's hair:
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 10:18 PM
Since this IS the pushup thread, somebody should post their successes:
Sets of 15, 24, 24, 20 this morning. 83 for a total gives me totals in the 80s on back-to-back days.
I may shorten it up tomorrow again so that I can give the old shoulder a rest (feels good, though....don't worry Kit). Then I have my sights set on a 100 pushup day.
The YMCA is just a few blocks from my office, so I'm thinking about joining just to go there at lunchtime to do pushups as I start running out of time in the morning to do what I need to.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 10:19 PM
one Thin Mint cookie = 40 calories
That means for every mile I run I can eat 2.4 thin mint cookies.
It makes me happy to know I'm not the only one that considers how many miles I have to run to burn off something I eat.
Me too, but I look at it in glasses of wine!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 10:41 PM
I saw a t-shirt that I wanted:
1 bottle of wine = 537 calories
1 bottle of wine = 5 miles
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 10:31 PM
With a good set of knees, that seems totally worth it!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/22/12 10:35 PM
Perfect, Jen!!
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 12:44 PM
I saw a t-shirt that I wanted:
1 bottle of wine = 537 calories
1 bottle of wine = 5 miles
Nice! So since I ran 13 miles on Saturday I can have 2.5 bottles?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 01:49 PM
I saw a t-shirt that I wanted:
1 bottle of wine = 537 calories
1 bottle of wine = 5 miles
Nice! So since I ran 13 miles on Saturday I can have 2.5 bottles?
Absolutely.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 02:34 PM
Yes...yes you can!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 02:39 PM
My daughter has ran on her own for the past two nights
She has never ran before, she really wants to keep up when track season starts.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 02:37 PM
That is too cool TJ!! I can remember when my daughters started working out and running...makes you feel pretty darned good. The youngest is thinking about running a Warrior Dash with me and is doing a Color Run in June. You teach your kids whether you want to or not. You taught yours something good.
I wonder how many miles a Guiness is......?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 03:01 PM
Guiness is a pretty low calorie beer. You're better off going with that over a heffe.
It fianlly stopped raining = I'm running today.
TJ, you must be so happy!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 03:13 PM
Its almost zero calories for some!
<-- Has done a couple of Guiness Runs and seen that some people really cannot hold their beer!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 03:18 PM
What a shame!!!!! I love to run after a few beers, before a few beers....if I could I'd bring my beer with me, but I would spill too much.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 03:34 PM
I wonder how many miles a Guiness is......?
You probably burn nearly two per mile, all those muscles burn 'em up fast. The two activities should make your heart awful healthy too!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 04:01 PM
SOOO sore today! And if this is anything liek the last time, I'll be sore the next 3-4 days. Should you or should you not work out again when you are still sore? Is there any rule about that?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 04:06 PM
I say yes, depending on how you do it. Always helps me to limber up and use those sore muscles, but you don't want to push too hard since the soreness indicates they are being rebuilt.
Focus on other muscle groups if you can, stretch, jog, stuff like that and whatnot.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 04:13 PM
Definitely do not pass up on stretching. And walk!! Get those muscles moving and stretched out!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 04:22 PM
Maybe a good day for some Yoga or less-intense exercise.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 05:03 PM
What they ^^^ said! Its the lactic acid build up and I believe some micro tearing of the muscle (science varies on this). You can still workout and should. But warm up and stretching are very important.
As you begin to workout again, it will help move the lactic acid out of the muscle.
Yo need to take in some protein immediately (within 30 min) post workout. Those muscles are like a sponge right then. An ideal post workout drink is plain old everyday 2% chocolate milk!
Ibuprofen twice a day will really help also.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 05:39 PM
Chocolate milk
But that is a really good excuse to get a Orange Dream Machine on the walk back to my office (protein Jamaba Juice smootie with soy protein, and I coudl get my free boost as whey protein).
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 06:03 PM
I could go for some chocolate milk..............
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 06:25 PM
Dip, I love that combo!!
I keep 2% chocolate milk all the time. Also keep protein, soy milk and premixed shakes and my mixer here at the office. I sort of destroy my excuses for poor eating before I get a chance!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 07:54 PM
So you don't agree with the idea that chocolate milk is the devil and needs to be out of schools??
In my fantastic food drawer I have: plain almonds, some cans of salmon, freeze dried corn (insert Iowa joke here), some protein bars and a few kinds of tea...I'm weird like that.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 08:06 PM
So you don't agree with the idea that chocolate milk is the devil and needs to be out of schools??
In my fantastic food drawer I have: plain almonds, some cans of salmon, freeze dried corn (insert Iowa joke here), some protein bars and a few kinds of tea...I'm weird like that.
No self respecting
southenerIowanion would uses freeze dried corn.
Feel better
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 08:11 PM
You'd be surprised at how good it is. It's got sweet in the name, so it can't taste bad, and it's corn.
In my defense, it's been there two+ months and came as a joke Christmas gift.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 09:32 PM
Increasing my miles to get up to 10. So I ran 4.25 today, did 30 push ups and 10 chair dips on my already sore triceps.
In drawer: raw nuts, Kashi cereal, tea, crushed red pepper, oatmeal and an emergency can of soup.....and bubbles. Can't forget the bubbles.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 09:44 PM
My food drawer....oh this is embarassing....
jelly bellies
jolly ranchers
salt
atomic fireballs
lifesaver mints
chocolate nips
smarties
intl coffehouse instant coffee
popcorn
assorted teas
assorted sugar-free water bottle drink thingies (crystal light and others)
betty crocker pasta bowls
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 09:56 PM
I also have a collection of 4 cheese knives, a large steak knife and two cutting boards.
They're only used for intended purposes though, not for threatening people
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 10:02 PM
Now i know where to go when I have a sweet tooth.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 10:16 PM
In my food drawer:
Almonds
Walnuts
Thin Mints
3 cans of soup
I usually have a couple different Cliff bars, I gotta remember to bring some from home.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 10:03 PM
So you don't agree with the idea that chocolate milk is the devil and needs to be out of schools??
In my fantastic food drawer I have: plain almonds, some cans of salmon, freeze dried corn (insert Iowa joke here), some protein bars and a few kinds of tea...I'm weird like that.
Ummm, no. The devil is in the morons that dont learn anything about fitness or nutrition. And they are doing such a great job, because there is no adolescent obesity problem...(Yup, sarcasm).
Good drawer Matt!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/23/12 10:19 PM
Like the number of gym classes that don't even require kids to change any more? Ugh.
I think we could use kids as renewable energy sources. If we all had stationary bikes at home hooked up to batteries, we could turn calories into wattage and use it to power the home! (Yes, I realize the logistics of this are absurd, but it's an amusing picture in my mind)
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 01:33 PM
My daughter (the one who used to shake her head and roll her eyes when I would talk about running) told me last night as we saw a guy running - "I look at people who run differently now that I've actually ran a couple times." She also said that she hoped it stopped raining today because she wanted to run after school today
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 01:37 PM
::like::
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 02:13 PM
thomas - your daughter is awesome. I'm trying to take my big one on some short runs, but you can tell where her head is because she starts to get "tired" after a few blocks, and wonders what is happening on her tv show on the way back home...
My food drawer right now? A few Luna mini-bars, an apple (which won't last the hour...) a chocolate protein bar, a spoon (for my cottage cheese that's in the fridge,) a tube of Gu Brew tablets, and a bottle of hot sauce. I'm famous for leaving a bottle of hot sauce in evey branch. (I train, so I travel, and I tend to leave a bottle of Red Hot or Tobasco anywhere I'm going to be eating.)
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 02:38 PM
My daughter (the one who used to shake her head and roll her eyes when I would talk about running) told me last night as we saw a guy running - "I look at people who run differently now that I've actually ran a couple times." She also said that she hoped it stopped raining today because she wanted to run after school today
Things like "They need to loosen up their arms, it's impacting their stride" or "they're too hunched over, must be having lower back pain and time for some new shoes!"? I find myself doing that far too often.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 03:15 PM
Okay, B^3 I have a story for you, it happened last night and I couldn't help but think of you when it was happening.
So, it's about 8:45 and we're wrapping up our volleyball session last night. The outside doors open up and a blast of cold air and snow comes flying in and the intro to Eye of the Tiger starts playing (in my head). In walk 6 guys, old guys. Not just old by my standards, but the youngest was maybe 65.
They're all decked out in their sweat suits and such. Then their opponents came in, equally aged. Everyone had a full set of knees and elbow pads, a few were wearing singlets and shorts that were far too short, but it was absolutely hilarious, something that belonged in a movie. I wish I would've stuck around to watch them play a bit, maybe another time. I'm sure it's epic!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 03:24 PM
Did you think that they were B^3 grandkids?
Could not resist
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 04:54 PM
Matt, that's awesome!
I admire those older guys at your gym so much!
Last night, I went to Curves and did my 30 minute circuit workout (even though the news was predicting a snowstorm, which didn't materialize til much later in the evening). Then I went directly to another gym (LA Fitness, formerly Bally) where I belong but have not been going. I signed up for a package of personal trainer sessions. I'm bored with Curves already... fortunately I only spent $10 to try Curves out for 30 days, and I got my money's worth.
My new trainer Rob has more energy than anyone I've ever met, and I have ZERO excuses on the basis of age, since he and I were born in the same month and year. I have my first session with him tonight after work. I'm 20% nervous, 10% terrified, and 70% really excited to begin. I now have a workout journal which he gave me and indicated I *WILL* be filling out and submitting to him for his analysis. I have already been doing a food journal for Weight Watchers for a couple months. He has promised (threatened?) to analyze my food journal for me weekly and make a few "tweaks" wherever he feels appropriate. Wish me luck!
Food drawer at work has: Mio sugar-free flavoring stuff for water (helps me drink enough water) in Peach Tea, Sweet Tea, and Berry Pomegranate, protein shakes, rice cakes, lowfat granola bars, a wee little one serving bag of almonds, a banana, an apple, and a Clementine "cutie".
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 05:18 PM
A banana, two oranges, a half dozen energy shots, a package of Pixie Stix, a jar of peanut butter, a very old cube of butter, a case of grape flavored Big League Chew, Charms Blow Pops, a bottle of AWAKE caffeine tablets, a Twinkie from July 2005, a bag of pistachios, Hot 'n Spicy Chex Mix.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 05:07 PM
All I have is a little bag of candy in my desk to fill up my candy bowl. After our little 'infestation', I'm too scared to keep much here anymore. I just pack extra snacks in my lunch bag.
Way to go BurntSienna! You are ready for a bigger challenge!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 05:33 PM
Thanks, manimal!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 05:39 PM
Thinking about my pushups while I sit here and enjoy a slice of Simma's cheesecake - the best cheesecake in town. I don't think I can possibly work this off.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 06:07 PM
Ibuprofen twice a day will really help also.
it helps with the pain, but stops the muscle re-building process. if you want strong muscles ... no Ibuprofen.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 06:11 PM
my food drawer:
*pumpkin seeds
*can of soup
*cans of tuna fish
*Crystal Light "fitness" drink mixes
*Salt & Pepper
*more soy sauce than is ever neccessary (<- maybe to survive a zombie apocalypse)
*that hot red sauce you get at chinese restaurants (again, more than neccessary)
*chop sticks
*dried fruit
*hot cocoa
*Vitamin C
*Fish Oil
*an entire set of tools (shhhh - don't tell my husband)
& OMG what is THAT doing in there????
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 06:32 PM
OMG what is THAT doing in there????
Something from Lover's Package?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 06:20 PM
FWIW an an entire set of tools can not fit into a garage yet alone a draw.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 06:59 PM
ok so I don't have my husband's welder. But I do have a nice set of screwdrivers, hammers, nails, wrenches ... the basics.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 07:17 PM
ok so I don't have my husband's welder. But I do have a nice set of screwdrivers, hammers, nails, wrenches ... the basics.
silly me I though you had a gift for your husband.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 07:23 PM
My arms are toast and I haven't even done any official pushups yet. Can I get a pass?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 07:30 PM
If you already have toast why would you want someone to pass you more. Back to your pushups.
Ibuprofen twice a day will really help also.
it helps with the pain, but stops the muscle re-building process. if you want strong muscles ... no Ibuprofen.
Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2008 Jun;33(3):470-5.
The effects of ibuprofen on muscle hypertrophy, strength, and soreness during resistance training.
Krentz JR, Quest B, Farthing JP, Quest DW, Chilibeck PD.
High doses of ibuprofen have been shown to inhibit muscle protein synthesis after a bout of resistance exercise. We determined the effect of a moderate dose of ibuprofen (400 mg.d-1) consumed on a daily basis after resistance training on muscle hypertrophy and strength. Twelve males and 6 females (~24 years of age) trained their right and left biceps on alternate days (6 sets of 4-10 repetitions), 5 d.week-1, for 6 weeks. In a counter-balanced, double-blind design, they were randomized to receive 400 mg.d-1 ibuprofen immediately after training their left or right arm, and a placebo after training the opposite arm the following day. Before- and after-training muscle thickness of both biceps was measured using ultrasound and 1 repetition maximum (1 RM) arm curl strength was determined on both arms. Subjects rated their muscle soreness daily. There were time main effects for muscle thickness and strength (p < 0.01). Ibuprofen consumption had no effect on muscle hypertrophy (muscle thickness of biceps for arm receiving ibuprofen: pre 3.63 +/- 0.14, post 3.92 +/- 0.15 cm; and placebo: pre 3.62 +/- 0.15, post 3.90 +/- 0.15 cm) and strength (1 RM of arm receiving ibuprofen: pre 18.6 +/- 2.8, post 23.4 +/- 3.5 kg; and placebo: pre 18.8 +/- 2.8, post 22.8 +/- 3.4 kg). Muscle soreness was elevated during the first week of training only, but was not different between the ibuprofen and placebo arm. We conclude that a moderate dose of ibuprofen ingested after repeated resistance training sessions does not impair muscle hypertrophy or strength and does not affect ratings of muscle soreness.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 08:29 PM
That's one opinion.
I've read similar articles that state the opposite.
Well, it's actually a study, not just an opinion. And in fact, it tested the effect of normal doses vs high doses.
That said, my opinion would be that for mostly deconditioned trainees, worrying about ibuprofen interfering with muscle hypertrophy is a moot point.
Also, hypertrophy and strength are two different things.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 08:50 PM
Twelve males and 6 females (~24 years of age)
Does not seem like a large enough sample
How many here are 24 years old?
However I would stay away from IB (and most legal or illegal drugs)for other valid medical reasons.
Sore arms from exercise is good. If it dont hurt the next day you are doing it wrong (or not enough).
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 09:46 PM
a 65-year old guy is NOT old!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/12 10:12 PM
I cannot defend or argue that really, except that it's a perspective thing. They're old to me, young to you, middle-aged to Bx3, I just know they were all more than double my age + a decade or two. I wasn't mocking them though, I thought it was pretty awesome (minus the clothing choices at least), I respect my elders most of the time.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/12 04:35 PM
Ok, all you fitness experts out there, I need some advice.
My trainer wants me to take Branched Chain Amino Acids to help me burn fat, not lose muscle and recover faster from workouts. Any raves, complaints, advice, cautions, experience, or concerns about BCAA? What dosage should I take. On WebMD, it seems that 68mg per kilogram of body weight per day, but my trainer is saying a much *lower* dose, and the guy at GNC and the guys online recommend a much *higher* dose. The stuff seems to be sold in 5000mg per serving powder or 1000mg per serving capsules. Anyone who uses the powder, how does it taste? Thanks!
Edited for Monday morning math mania/confusion.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/12 04:35 PM
a 65-year old guy is NOT old!
I was careful to say "older". They are "older" than me. As I age, 65 seems younger and younger to me!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/12 04:40 PM
Ok, all you fitness experts out there, I need some advice.
My trainer wants me to take Branched Chain Amino Acids to help me burn fat, not lose muscle and recover faster from workouts. Any raves, complaints, advice, cautions, experience, or concerns about BCAA? What dosage should I take. On WebMD, it seems that 68mg per kilogram of body weight per day, but my trainer is saying a much *lower* dose, and the guy at GNC and the guys online recommend a much *higher* dose. The stuff seems to be sold in 5000mg per serving powder or 1000mg per serving capsules. Anyone who uses the powder, how does it taste? Thanks!
Will definitely defer to the wisdom of others on this, I'm sure BBB will have some imput on this though. I always find it hard to take advice from those with a vested interest (GNC sales person). Your trainer's advice will depend on how much you trust him/her, but would seem a more reliable source to me. When messing with that kind of thing, I think it's better to be under than over, you can always add to it if you see no/insufficient results. I've not spent much time searching for "reliable" sources of info online when it comes to supplements, it seems like they're always pushing things that are beyond what I'm actually looking for or willing to spend money on.
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My trainer wants me to take Branched Chain Amino Acids to help me burn fat, not lose muscle and recover faster from workouts. Any raves, complaints, advice, cautions, experience, or concerns about BCAA? What dosage should I take. On WebMD, it seems that 68mg per kilogram of body weight per day, but my trainer is saying a much *lower* dose, and the guy at GNC and the guys online recommend a much *higher* dose. The stuff seems to be sold in 5000mg per serving powder or 1000mg per serving capsules. Anyone who uses the powder, how does it taste? Thanks!
Edited for Monday morning math mania/confusion.
The whey protein powder I use includes BCAAs in its formulation. It looks like 5 gms per scoop.
Overall, I don't go in for a lot of other supplementation. To 'burn fat and not lose muscle' I go for strength training (whether bodyweight, kettlebells, clubbells, sandbags, suspension equipment). Fire up the muscle.
Recovery is built into my overall program and session design.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/12 08:22 PM
HG, thanks for your post. Do you take one scoop per day (5,000mg) then?
I don't really do any supplementation currently other than a multivitamin and a B complex vitamin. The BCAA's have been recommended to me, therefore I was curious about other people's input. Yes, I will be doing both cardio and strength training and working closely with my trainer (degrees in nutrition and kinesiology) and my doctor. But sometimes it helps to hear other people's opinions and advice. Thanks!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/12 08:24 PM
I always find it hard to take advice from those with a vested interest (GNC sales person). Your trainer's advice will depend on how much you trust him/her, but would seem a more reliable source to me. When messing with that kind of thing, I think it's better to be under than over, you can always add to it if you see no/insufficient results. I've not spent much time searching for "reliable" sources of info online when it comes to supplements, it seems like they're always pushing things that are beyond what I'm actually looking for or willing to spend money on.
Good thinking. I totally agree on not overly trusting the GNC salesperson comment - he has a vested interest in me buying more/more expensive stuff. The trainer has no real vested interest in me buying anything but his services, which I've already done, and with his background, education/degrees, and glowing reviews, I do trust him somewhat more. I'm just wary of trusting any one source for information ("beware the man of one book"). Thanks for your post!
HG, thanks for your post. Do you take one scoop per day (5,000mg) then?
I don't really do any supplementation currently other than a multivitamin and a B complex vitamin. The BCAA's have been recommended to me, therefore I was curious about other people's input. Yes, I will be doing both cardio and strength training and working closely with my trainer (degrees in nutrition and kinesiology) and my doctor. But sometimes it helps to hear other people's opinions and advice. Thanks!
No, I probably use about 1 scoop every 3 or 4 days. If I'm having yogurt or ricotta cheese for breakfast, I will add a scoop of protein powder and a couple of spoons of chia seeds. Or I'll use it if I'm making a smoothie. But not every day.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 03:13 PM
OK, I'm late to the party here but I will chime in anyway (shocking I know).
On ibuprofen, it no miracle drug, but I have never found it to block hypertrophy, at least not for me. It will not eliminate soreness, but it takes the edge off of joint soreness. Again this is for me. I havent run a study, but after 40 years of beating myself up...well, it works for me.
On the BCAA's, yes they work. Now having said that, I will say this, they work within certain limitations.
First, not all brands are created equal. You tend to get what you pay for. Cheap capsuls will probably have everything that they claim to have, but are suspended in a less digestible medium so most of it remains undigested and you just have expensive poop. I have had better luck with USP labs micronized BCAA's.
Also, there is a limit as to how much your body can absorb. So just cramming as much down as you can is a waste of money (I like HG's idea).
Third, unless you are training like a competitive bodybuilder, you are not going to get as much out of it.
I would go with HG's combo, add some creatine and finsh with glutamine and lysine.
Supps are a great tool used correctly, but will never replace getting as much nutrient as possible from real food.
All of that is nothing more than my opinion. If your trainer has degrees in nutrition and kinesiology, I will assume he knows what he is saying about your particlar situation.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 04:16 PM
I took a couple days off from "pushing up" but came back today with sets of 12, 20, 20 and 20. I needed that rest, and my shoulder, though sore when I woke up because I slept on it, felt great throughout.
I take very little ibuprofen or anything else, actually. However, after having read a little, it seems that certain supplements may help me. I'm going to do some research and am considering a personal trainer to see what I can do to keep active. I am seeing results and feeling them as well. I don't want to do this wrong and ruin it.
Pup,
Until your shoulder is 100%, I'd really, really recommend that you do fewer reps and more sets to make your numbers.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 04:58 PM
HG,
I'd been doing sets of 12 only and plan to do that on and off as well, and I had planned on that today but got carried away. I, too, think I'll be better off just doing the minimum and doing it in 5 sets, perhaps even dividing it up between morning and early evening.
Honestly, I'm not that concerned with making the numbers anymore. I figure that'll take care of itself as I continue to improve overall. I am looking to either join a gym with a personal trainer or just start trying to diversify my workouts at home (Total Gym, etc). I could probably use the advice of a personal trainer, though. One of our former branch managers is now a personal trainer, so I thought I might give him a shout.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 05:08 PM
Personal trainers are always a good option when first starting out. If you just jump into things, odds are you'll see little improvement or hurt yourself rather than see a strong improvement. If you can get a few meetings lined up then just go off on your own, I think it will do you a lot of good. It will certainly help you focus on things that won't further strain your shoulder or knees, but instead help them out.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 05:09 PM
Pup, the challengbe is about success, not numbers. You have been successful and will continue to be. A good personal trainer is a valuable asset. They can educate and steer you in the right directions and they are great for accountability! Hang in there buddy!
Pup,
That's cool. I just hated to see you torture your shoulder...
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 05:27 PM
That's why I'm really no longer worried about numbers. I missed two days, so in my mind, the "challenge" is over. Now, I want it to be about continuing in the right direction, however that is best accomplished.
I never weight trained while wrestling. It wasn't mandatory and I didn't want to move up in weight class, so I pretty much focused on cardio (I could run forever), and that was great in High School. In college, I was out-muscled tremendously. I won my share of matches using leverage rather than strength, but I suffered a lot of injuries that I now know were preventable with weight training.
Now it's about getting that protection there and getting this 40 year old body in better condition. I want to be around awhile.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 05:33 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 05:51 PM
Thanks so much for all your advice and motivating words, everyone!
I had session #2 (cardio & beginning of weight training - arms) with the personal trainer last night and I went out and bought the BCAA's ("Optimum Nutrition" brand, powder, instantized, in a 3:1:1 ratio, 5g per scoop). Trainer says 1/2 scoop about 3 times per week after each weight training workout (approx. every other day) mixed with my protein shake and eating a banana at the same time. The 50 serving container cost me $30.00 at GNC and will last me approximately 5 or 6 months (trainer intends to up the dosage later, building up to a full scoop). So very little cost for a lot of good things for my body. I bought the unflavored kind and didn't taste it at all in my protein shake (chocolate flavored!).
Weight Watchers meeting tonight after work to weigh in, then I'll go to the gym on my own tonight for 40 minutes of cardio. Session #3 with trainer (cardio & more weight training - legs) tomorrow.
I am feeling so motivated, and I feel like I can do this this time around. I've started and quit the fitness thing so many times before, but this time I want this for my health.
My biggest motivating factor is the loss of my cousin (3 weeks older than me) who died in January of a sudden massive heart attack, leaving behind a lot of shocked and sad relatives. I'm just now finally able to type about it without crying. He was overweight and had high blood pressure but otherwise was in seemingly excellent health. I am overweight and my blood pressure is just starting to be a little high, as is my cholesterol. I want to live (and enjoy!) a good long healthy life, and don't want my parents to bury a child or my nieces/nephews to lose their favorite, coolest aunt! So, it's time to take better care of myself.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 05:47 PM
I'm sorry for your loss BS. But you have a strong motivation there. Fitness is a lifetime event. It is what you do and how you think. You are moving in the right direction by making it a part of you your daily process.
I am often asked (about getting fit), how long will this take?
The answer is the rest of your life! But the good news is, that's exactly how much time you have.
I am often asked (about getting fit), how long will this take?
When I'm asked that, I respond with "Fit for what?" It's good to have a goal or a vision of what you want to be able to do.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 05:57 PM
Echo BB3's comments, BS. I'm very sorry as well.
I have a 2 1/2 yr old that I can't keep up with. It hurts my back to pick him up sometimes. I have a 10 yr old that wants to wrestle around and play rough when he comes to visit. I have a 17 yr old girl who does the same. My motivation comes from the physical pain I endure whenever any of this happens. I want it to stop so I can be the father I want to always be.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 06:01 PM
I agree as well, BurntSienna, and I'm so sorry for your loss. Everytime you reach a new goal you've set for yourself, you are paying homage to your cousin. He would be so proud that you have taken a loss and turned it into something positive in yourself. And we'll all be here to help if that motivation ever fails you!
I have faith that you will succeed, BurntSienna.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 06:21 PM
Thanks, Bankbb1! I definitely want to commit to lifelong fitness. Doing both weight loss and beginning a fitness regimen all at once feels VERY regimented and restrictive, especially compared to what I was eating before.
Example: I attended a niece's birthday party on Sunday. Old me would have eaten all the appetizery things things in sight - fried cheese sticks, cream cheese dip with chips and pretzels, then I would have had a big slice of birthday cake plus a cupcake with a glass of milk... plus two glasses of wine and maybe a glass of soda before the party was over. New me ate 6 whole wheat crackers with one tablespoon of Sabra hummus, lots of baby carrots and celery, a clementine cutie, one 4-oz. glass of red wine, and water. And my trainer said I did a good job resisting all the stuff I shouldn't be eating, but also said, "Did you really need 6 crackers? How about 4 or 5 next time?" Argh! Seriously, dude? He is TOUGH!
I'm limiting to 1200 - 1400 daily kcals for a month, then I will "earn" more calories if he sees me working hard and committing to 5 or 6 working out days every week, keeping my daily fat under 40g and my daily protein over 90g. Nobody said this was going to be easy.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 06:22 PM
Thanks so much, Pup, manimal, and Hrothgar. You guys are awesome and very encouraging - I appreciate it!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 06:15 PM
Example: I attended a niece's birthday party on Sunday. Old me would have eaten all the appetizery things things in sight - fried cheese sticks, cream cheese dip with chips and pretzels, then I would have had a big slice of birthday cake plus a cupcake with a glass of milk... plus two glasses of wine and maybe a glass of soda before the party was over. New me ate 6 whole wheat crackers with one tablespoon of Sabra hummus, lots of baby carrots and celery, a clementine cutie, one 4-oz. glass of red wine, and water. And my trainer said I did a good job resisting all the stuff I shouldn't be eating, but also said, "Did you really need 6 crackers? How about 4 or 5 next time?" Argh! Seriously, dude? He is TOUGH!
I'm limiting to 1200 - 1400 daily kcals for a month, then I will "earn" more calories if he sees me working hard and committing to 5 or 6 working out days every week, keeping my daily fat under 40g and my daily protein over 90g. Nobody said this was going to be easy.
It is a lifestyle change, that is for sure! It's the only way to see improvement and lasting success though. You're doing a great job, and if it was easy, everyone would be doing it! Motivation and knowing the right things to do are the toughest parts, but you're tackling the problem head-on and will see great results I'm sure!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 06:19 PM
You did so great!!! You will find a couple of things as you go along.
1. It will become easier to make those healthy choices.
2. You will want bad calories less often.
Your trainer has you in a fat loss, muscle building mode physically and in a teaching mode mentally. As this becomes your lifestyle, you will naturally make those choices more often on your own. You will discover that you only want to eat rich and fattening foods on a rare ocassion because you don't get the energy from them that you do the healthier choices.
You are on your way!!
BurntSienna,
If you are interested, I can send you a 40-day 'conversion' plan that gets you set up to adopt whatever eating style or approach you want to use. It's designed to replace some bad or careless habits with better ones.
I used it so that by the end of the 40 days I could synch up my diet with my training schedule (it's a long boring story, but my diet varies with the intensity of my training)
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/12 06:56 PM
Hrothgar Geiger,
I would love to see it, thanks! I'll pm you my email address, ok?
Thanks!
Matt,
Thanks for all your kind encouraging words!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 05:06 PM
While I didn't bust out push-ups at the conference in Arizona, I did have pleasant running weather - a little over 20 miles in 3 days. It felt really good to be off the treadmill.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 05:11 PM
Awesome! It's always fun to run in an entirely different place than you're used to, especially if it allows you to get outside.
Was a good day to hit 60, hope everyone is still feeling great about what they've accomplished!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 05:22 PM
I'm still trying to figure out how my out and back route was up hill both ways...
Oh, and the sidewalks in parts of Scottsdale are kinda cobblestone and my lower legs did not like that part of the run very much.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 05:28 PM
The Golden Gate Bridge run was fun...windy!...but fun! Defintely different than running around a lake in Oklahoma!
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 06:37 PM
While I didn't bust out push-ups at the conference in Arizona, I did have pleasant running weather - a little over 20 miles in 3 days. It felt really good to be off the treadmill.
Somehow they kept me so busy that I didn't even get all the pushups in. Fighting a badly clogged sinus cavity on Sunday/Monday gave me one of those headache/toothache combos that really suck. By Tuesday, it was much better, but I checked out pretty early since we had a flight out after the conference.
I really don't want to watch the video, don't want to know if I was as bad as my inner critic says I was, and really hope that somebody gets some use out of our presentation. After finally dodging the storms in KS, diverting to St Louis to refuel, bouncing back to KC, and getting home at 2 A.M.? I may decide that Leap Day means Don't Do Pushups and just try to make it to the 5:30 Zumba class. Or pass out cold under my desk. That seems like a pretty good plan right now.
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 06:38 PM
I'm still trying to figure out how my out and back route was up hill both ways...
Oh, and the sidewalks in parts of Scottsdale are kinda cobblestone and my lower legs did not like that part of the run very much.
Pure talent on your part. It looked pretty flat to me.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 07:29 PM
I actually stayed about 4 miles down the road from the resort where the conference was held. I was more in Old Town Scottsdale. I ran up the hill to the conference resort and back every evening.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 07:54 PM
My knees hurt on your behalf, TJ.
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 08:36 PM
My knees hurt on your behalf, TJ.
Oh really?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 08:46 PM
Easy there, cowgirl!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 08:49 PM
Oh, back on the pushup wagon. I did 5 sets this morning (12, 16, 12, 12, 12) for a total of 64 and added another set of 12 at lunch for a total of 76. Does it count for more if you do them in a shirt and tie?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 08:52 PM
No, but it looks hotter.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 09:01 PM
No, but it looks hotter.
Is that a fat joke?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 09:04 PM
phat, yes.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 09:27 PM
Nice recovery. Well done, young Mani.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/29/12 09:35 PM
The tie counts for more if your hand is on it.
But you'll eventually pass out.... dont bother trying.
:cough,cough:
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 01:34 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Fake bewbs? They can leak, you know.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:04 PM
Question for my weight training BOLers - Does it make a difference if you do a circuit with multiple (2-3) sets or if you do I set and just push yourself until you can't do anymore?
When I met with a personal trainer, he gave me 3 mini circuits to do and told me to do a set for each activity and then repeat for a total of 2-3 reps before moving to the next mini circuit. I've been doing that. However, last night I was bored with the routine so I did one set of each activity and just pushed myself until I couldn't do the task anymore. I was more tired last night and the muscles were burning when I left the gym. I normally don't get that with the circuits and multiple reps.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:08 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Fake bewbs? They can leak, you know.
I believe those are called pec implants.
Not that BB1 needs them.
Posted By: kitten
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:10 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Fake bewbs? They can leak, you know.
I believe those are called pec implants.
Not that BB1 needs them.
OOOO! Good call! I like that.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:11 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Fake bewbs? They can leak, you know.
I believe those are called pec implants.
Not that BB1 needs them.
Is that what they are calling pacemakers these days?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:33 PM
:knocks wood: no pacemakers yet!
What ever is there (good or bad) is man made. But this man made it.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:34 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Fake bewbs? They can leak, you know.
they should fill these with Gatorade, just sayin'
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:36 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Fake bewbs? They can leak, you know.
they should fill these with Gatorade, just sayin'
I don't think they'd leak where your thinking they'd leak.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:39 PM
Some of my parts will be around for LONG time. Man made stuff doesn't rot very fast.
Fake bewbs? They can leak, you know.
they should fill these with Gatorade, just sayin'
I don't think they'd leak where your thinking they'd leak.
There must be a doctor somewhere that specializes in this who could address this issue.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:42 PM
Question for my weight training BOLers - Does it make a difference if you do a circuit with multiple (2-3) sets or if you do I set and just push yourself until you can't do anymore?
When I met with a personal trainer, he gave me 3 mini circuits to do and told me to do a set for each activity and then repeat for a total of 2-3 reps before moving to the next mini circuit. I've been doing that. However, last night I was bored with the routine so I did one set of each activity and just pushed myself until I couldn't do the task anymore. I was more tired last night and the muscles were burning when I left the gym. I normally don't get that with the circuits and multiple reps.
The answer to your question, is yes it can make a difference. Single, long sets are designed to give you more of a ripped/cut. Shorter multiple sets are designed to increase strength and will add more muscle.
You didnt mention how much weight you were using for each. But you should not be using the same amount of weight. If you can do a single set of 12-20 reps with say 45 pounds. Then you should be doing the shorter sets of 8-10 with more weight, like about 60 pounds.
Both are useful, but do not do the same things.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 02:44 PM
[/quote]
There must be a doctor somewhere that specializes in this who could address this issue. [/quote]
Fakebewbologist?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 05:31 PM
Had a personal trainer session last night with a different trainer. All I can say is she seemed to be enjoying herself WAY too much torturing me
and that after a couple sets of reps, milk gallon jugs full of water feel really really heavy. I also learned how to do 2 kinds of crunches I never did before and "wall sits" which were challenging for me. Yay.
As for the many reps in one set vs. many sets with fewer reps question... both my trainers I've had so far say that for me (female, trying to lose fat and gain lean muscle mass and improve strength) fewer reps done in many sets with cardio in between each set (walk as fast as I can around the 1/8th mile track with trainer yelling "faster! faster!" every 3rd step in between each weight set) is the best way to see results fastest. But that's for my goals. As Bankbb1 wisely notes, it depends upon what you're trying to accomplish to determine which form of weight training is good for you. Good luck, NotPerfect!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 06:42 PM
BB - I did the same amount of weights that I do with multiple reps. I didn't think to lower it. And after last night, I'm wondering if I should up my weights when I do reps anyhow.
Burnt - I really don't have any specific goals. I want to get in shape and by that, I mean, I want to tone and gain strength. Sure, I'd be happy with losing 10 pounds, but that's not my ultimate goal. I'm fine with my overall weight. . . . but gatorade filled bewbs. . . .wonder if that would help my overall appearance???
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 07:12 PM
Not touching the comment on bewbs other than to say they're like air. Even a lttle is better than none!
If you can do a set of 20 with the weight, its too light. Unless you are doing a workout like "Hundreds" that is designed for one high rep set. If you are doing 3 or 4 sets, pick a weight that is in the vicinity of 75-80% of your maximum capabilty. You should be reaching failure at no more than 10 reps. (failure meaning that if your choice was do one more rep or eat a bug, the bug would sound good). This is tradtional strength training.
But there are cross training methods such BS described. If you are with a trainer, I dont want to guide you away from a program they may have designed for you. But if you are going to alter from that program, the general rule is
- shorter sets mean more weight.
- Longer sets mean less weight.
- shorter sets mean more cut.
- longer sets mean more strength.
This is not taking into account your cardio, diet, or any other training you might be doing.
Clear as mud now isnt it?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 08:35 PM
I'd rather eat bugs than workout. That's probably a bad thing, or maybe what got me in trouble in the first place!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 08:39 PM
I'd rather eat bugs than workout. That's probably a bad thing, or maybe what got me in trouble in the first place!
Andrew Zimmerman from the travel channel?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 08:50 PM
I'd rather eat bugs than workout. That's probably a bad thing, or maybe what got me in trouble in the first place!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 08:52 PM
I'd rather eat bugs than workout. That's probably a bad thing, or maybe what got me in trouble in the first place!
I usually use "turd" instead of "bug", but I was trying not to be as graphic....
but I'm going back to turd.
Now which would rather do.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:08 PM
Work out I guess...but the margin might be fairly small on some days!
I've been fighting a sore throat/cough for about a week now and sleeping has sucked, so getting up in the morning has been especially trying. But then I remember that motivation makes me do stuff, so I get up and do it.
I'm thinking about a warrior challenge 5k thing on March 31st...not sure I'm going to be in much shape to be happy with my outcome though. It wouldn't kill me I'm sure, but it also requires a team of 4, and I don't know that many people.
Relay of flipping a big tire down 25 yards and back, then carrying a cinder block down and back, then a 5k with a backpack holding 15lbs of weights. It could be 10 degrees or 60 degrees that day, knowing how our "winter" has been though.
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:19 PM
BB1 may still be 100% manmade parts, but May 1st, Kneepolean Blownaparte is finding his inner bling. I can still chicken out, but...
In the meantime - pushups continue and it's on to 2 months of heavy duty quad/hammie building. They moved all but one of the Zumba classes to 9:00 a.m. which is irritating beyond measure (I think 3 of them will be calendared as "PT") and the rest sounds like it should be shorter, multiple sets on the weight machines. and add that to the elliptical and bike. How much muscle can I build in 60 days? I'm a true ectomorph, so building muscle is hard.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:20 PM
That sounds fun, Matt. I wish I were in shape to join you and closer, of course.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:27 PM
That sounds fun, Matt. I wish I were in shape to join you and closer, of course.
They happen all over, I'm sure you could find one if you tried! Get BBB on your team, it'd barely be a warm-up for him I'm sure.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:32 PM
You missed the part about me being "in shape".
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:43 PM
Round is a shape!
And I was meaning he could pull the extra weight for you and/or just shove you into his backpack!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:51 PM
Good point. I need to go shopping for a big backpack.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 10:54 PM
One is provided. We'll rip open holes for your arms and legs and make it work! I can almost picture it, but I don't think even my imagination can make it as amusing as it would be in reality.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/01/12 11:46 PM
Orange protein smoothie
1/3 cup of light orange juice
1/3 cup non fat plain yogurt
3 tablespoons (4 packets) of Splenda™
1/3 cup of liquid egg substitute
dash vanilla
1/2 cup of crushed ice.
130 calories, 16g of carbs, 10g of sugar, 2g fat, and 14 grams of protein
There is a peanut butter one I'll look for too...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 03:17 PM
Yum!
I need to go on a supplement run this weekend, low on protein, and both of my pre-workout mixes...that's going to be a big bill. I want to go to GNC or somewhere and find something cheaper but comparable, but have a feeling I'll not have much luck.
The guy at the place I go to always wants to sell me on 6-8 other things, so I have to run in and grab everything I need quick then drop it on the counter and run out!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:04 PM
That sounds fun, Matt. I wish I were in shape to join you and closer, of course.
They happen all over, I'm sure you could find one if you tried! Get BBB on your team, it'd barely be a warm-up for him I'm sure.
Its hardly a warm up, its murder!! But it's also a lot of fun! Go to Wal Mart and buy a cheap wieghted vest. They hold 20 pounds. (more expensive ones can hold up to 40, but you dont need it) I dont really recommend wearing it during running much because its really tough on the feet and knees (well, mine at least). But you can wear it just during your normal workout and for extra sets of pushups. It will help with the warrior chalenge. Also wear it and go up and down stairs or do speed work.
You will hate me at first, but you will be glad later.
I'm Scheduled for 2 warrior runs in April, one in September. One of my nuttier friends wants me to do 2 legs if a 24 hour SEAL team challenge in august.....yeah, I dont know about that.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:06 PM
Afraid that you will show up the SEALS and get a course record that they can never beat?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:12 PM
BB1 may still be 100% manmade parts, but May 1st, Kneepolean Blownaparte is finding his inner bling. I can still chicken out, but...
In the meantime - pushups continue and it's on to 2 months of heavy duty quad/hammie building. They moved all but one of the Zumba classes to 9:00 a.m. which is irritating beyond measure (I think 3 of them will be calendared as "PT") and the rest sounds like it should be shorter, multiple sets on the weight machines. and add that to the elliptical and bike. How much muscle can I build in 60 days? I'm a true ectomorph, so building muscle is hard.
In terms of sheer mass..not much. But in terms of strength...you bet!! You are well motivated and your legs are used to taking a lot stress from all the dancing! Tooltime isnt going to like anything with a lot of sheering force, so I'm going to say a lot of leg presses at medium weight and a lot of kettlebell swings (with
very strict form).
When I say a lot, I mean to try for one set of 70 with about 15 pounds.
Strict form, bend your knees at the bottom and use your legs and shoulders to bring the weight up. Let gravity bring the weight down, but maintain control. Dont just let it fall or it will jerk at the bottom (bad). Lots of good examples on youtube.
No kettlebell? No problem, use a 15 pound dumbbell or 15 pouind plate.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:13 PM
Afraid that you will show up the SEALS and get a course record that they can never beat?
Almost! I'm afraid that I will fall under the log we are supposed to carry and come out looking like "Flat Stanley"!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:22 PM
Its hardly a warm up, its murder!! But it's also a lot of fun! Go to Wal Mart and buy a cheap wieghted vest. They hold 20 pounds. (more expensive ones can hold up to 40, but you dont need it) I dont really recommend wearing it during running much because its really tough on the feet and knees (well, mine at least). But you can wear it just during your normal workout and for extra sets of pushups. It will help with the warrior chalenge. Also wear it and go up and down stairs or do speed work.
You will hate me at first, but you will be glad later.
I was running with 15 pounds of extra weight on me not long ago doing 5k's, so I really expect that to be the least complicated aspect of it for me. Just need to get an idea of how big the tires are that need to be flipped and if it's realistic to do by the end of the month. I suppose I could manage it, but don't want to injure myself doing something "just for fun" that's going to mess up the rest of my workout plans either.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:40 PM
Its hardly a warm up, its murder!! But it's also a lot of fun! Go to Wal Mart and buy a cheap wieghted vest. They hold 20 pounds. (more expensive ones can hold up to 40, but you dont need it) I dont really recommend wearing it during running much because its really tough on the feet and knees (well, mine at least). But you can wear it just during your normal workout and for extra sets of pushups. It will help with the warrior chalenge. Also wear it and go up and down stairs or do speed work.
You will hate me at first, but you will be glad later.
I was running with 15 pounds of extra weight on me not long ago doing 5k's, so I really expect that to be the least complicated aspect of it for me. Just need to get an idea of how big the tires are that need to be flipped and if it's realistic to do by the end of the month. I suppose I could manage it, but don't want to injure myself doing something "just for fun" that's going to mess up the rest of my workout plans either.
Strength is important, but the tire flip is all about technique! Driving up with legs and glutes will help save your back and upper body. It is not done like a deadlift. If you do it wrong you will tear your back or your biceps. The guys that are really good at this push so hard their feet leave the ground. At the top, while the tire still has momentum, you shift your hands to more of a bench press postition and push it over. It is exhausting!! I cant recall the tire size, but they are over 4 ft tall and about 18-20 inches wide. Weight can range from 200-800 lbs, so find out what they are gonna use.
Lots of deadlift reps with light weight (135) will help. But again, really strict form!!! Kettlebell swings also help.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:50 PM
May I suggest a tire from a Mazda. They should not weigh that much. (the car most likely will be in the body shop in NJ).
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 07:52 PM
BB1 may still be 100% manmade parts, but May 1st, Kneepolean Blownaparte is finding his inner bling. I can still chicken out, but...
In the meantime - pushups continue and it's on to 2 months of heavy duty quad/hammie building. They moved all but one of the Zumba classes to 9:00 a.m. which is irritating beyond measure (I think 3 of them will be calendared as "PT") and the rest sounds like it should be shorter, multiple sets on the weight machines. and add that to the elliptical and bike. How much muscle can I build in 60 days? I'm a true ectomorph, so building muscle is hard.
In terms of sheer mass..not much. But in terms of strength...you bet!! You are well motivated and your legs are used to taking a lot stress from all the dancing! Tooltime isnt going to like anything with a lot of sheering force, so I'm going to say a lot of leg presses at medium weight and a lot of kettlebell swings (with
very strict form).
When I say a lot, I mean to try for one set of 70 with about 15 pounds.
Strict form, bend your knees at the bottom and use your legs and shoulders to bring the weight up. Let gravity bring the weight down, but maintain control. Dont just let it fall or it will jerk at the bottom (bad). Lots of good examples on youtube.
No kettlebell? No problem, use a 15 pound dumbbell or 15 pouind plate.
Don't want to add any real muscle mass, just as much strength as possible. The hubs likes my legs a LOT just the way they are. He married a 110 lb ballerina...
Tooltime doesn't want me doing squats or lunges. What about the knee press at 150 lbs (feet parallet and turned out)with a lot of reps and the abductor/adductor machine at whatever I can do? Not sure about hamstring curls with weights torquing Kneepolean, but I get plenty of those dancing. Hammies have always been really solid. Tooltime has me well-braced for dance and won't let me wear athletic shoes for anything that involves pivoting on the balls of my feet because of the potential sheering and torque. That leaves me in athletic shoes for the elliptical, the bike, the treadmill (I really feel the need to try some light running
), and for the weight machines.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 08:49 PM
BB1 may still be 100% manmade parts, but May 1st, Kneepolean Blownaparte is finding his inner bling. I can still chicken out, but...
In the meantime - pushups continue and it's on to 2 months of heavy duty quad/hammie building. They moved all but one of the Zumba classes to 9:00 a.m. which is irritating beyond measure (I think 3 of them will be calendared as "PT") and the rest sounds like it should be shorter, multiple sets on the weight machines. and add that to the elliptical and bike. How much muscle can I build in 60 days? I'm a true ectomorph, so building muscle is hard.
In terms of sheer mass..not much. But in terms of strength...you bet!! You are well motivated and your legs are used to taking a lot stress from all the dancing! Tooltime isnt going to like anything with a lot of sheering force, so I'm going to say a lot of leg presses at medium weight and a lot of kettlebell swings (with
very strict form).
When I say a lot, I mean to try for one set of 70 with about 15 pounds.
Strict form, bend your knees at the bottom and use your legs and shoulders to bring the weight up. Let gravity bring the weight down, but maintain control. Dont just let it fall or it will jerk at the bottom (bad). Lots of good examples on youtube.
No kettlebell? No problem, use a 15 pound dumbbell or 15 pouind plate.
Don't want to add any real muscle mass, just as much strength as possible. The hubs likes my legs a LOT just the way they are. He married a 110 lb ballerina...
Tooltime doesn't want me doing squats or lunges. What about the knee press at 150 lbs (feet parallet and turned out)with a lot of reps and the abductor/adductor machine at whatever I can do? Not sure about hamstring curls with weights torquing Kneepolean, but I get plenty of those dancing. Hammies have always been really solid. Tooltime has me well-braced for dance and won't let me wear athletic shoes for anything that involves pivoting on the balls of my feet because of the potential sheering and torque. That leaves me in athletic shoes for the elliptical, the bike, the treadmill (I really feel the need to try some light running
), and for the weight machines.
You might ask Mark about a spinning class.
Yes on the leg presses!150 is probably about right. Sets of 10-12, work up to 10 sets.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 09:08 PM
Strength is important, but the tire flip is all about technique! Driving up with legs and glutes will help save your back and upper body. It is not done like a deadlift. If you do it wrong you will tear your back or your biceps. The guys that are really good at this push so hard their feet leave the ground. At the top, while the tire still has momentum, you shift your hands to more of a bench press postition and push it over. It is exhausting!! I cant recall the tire size, but they are over 4 ft tall and about 18-20 inches wide. Weight can range from 200-800 lbs, so find out what they are gonna use.
Lots of deadlift reps with light weight (135) will help. But again, really strict form!!! Kettlebell swings also help.
I'm tired already. I doubt they're going to be the 800 lb ones, but they're not really giving many specifics on the website. All it says is a "large tire". I would think it would make a big difference to people contemplating signing up, like me...oh well. Maybe I'll just sign up for the regular 5k instead
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 09:10 PM
Matt, could you talk to anyone who did it last year for some sort of reference?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 09:13 PM
Matt, I'd be willing to bet that if you watch some Matt Hughes or other UFC fighter's training footage, you'll see just about exactly the tires you'll be using. Again...sounds fun. Enjoy.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 09:28 PM
I emailed on it. It's put on by the UofI VA hospital, so it's really more of a fun/fundraiser event I know, so I'd be surprised if it's anything extremely challenging or they'd limit their participation.
Also means I'll be up against college athletes...but I guess I'm not competing in anything to win, so that's ok!
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 09:55 PM
MattB, have you tried netrition.com? I saved a fortune getting our protein shakes, energy gels, and protein bars alone, but even better - shipping is almost always next day, and you get free goodies if you spend enough at one time, (hubby and I share orders with a friend, so we almost always do!)
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 10:25 PM
I haven't, no. All the stuff I've been using is a brand that is only available in the store I go to, and he's good about giving discounts when buying multiple things, so it's been cheaper than options elsewhere in town. Plus, I can sample anything before I buy it so I know what I'm getting, so that's always helpful.
I'd be open to suggestions on types that anyone's tried and liked though and would give them a chance for sure.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 10:26 PM
Lots of deadlift reps with light weight (135) will help. But again, really strict form!!! Kettlebell swings also help.
Light weight--135?!? OMG...just reading that made my hernia bulge!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 10:34 PM
Quick suggestions for a protein supplement. I work out lightly and want to lose weight in addition to toning and adding a little muscle. Goal is a stronger core and a sixpack (or at least identifiable abs) by Summer.
Ideas?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 10:36 PM
Quick suggestions for a protein supplement. I work out lightly and want to lose weight in addition to toning and adding a little muscle. Goal is a stronger core and a sixpack (or at least identifiable abs) by Summer.
Ideas?
Do not use the Peepers diet.
Mine does not give a six pak but will give you a keg.
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 11:02 PM
Lots of deadlift reps with light weight (135) will help. But again, really strict form!!! Kettlebell swings also help.
Light weight--135?!? OMG...just reading that made my hernia bulge! Where does one find a 135 lb poodle?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/02/12 11:19 PM
The common wisdom I've always heard is that six-packs are made in the kitchen, not the gym. So you should probably drink more!
I know mine is in there, hopefully some day I can prove it to everyone else. I'll leave the suggestions to the smarter folks here, I took suggestions from the sales dude when I figured out he actually knew what he was talking about and didn't just point me to the priciest stuff.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 02:21 PM
Quick suggestions for a protein supplement. I work out lightly and want to lose weight in addition to toning and adding a little muscle. Goal is a stronger core and a sixpack (or at least identifiable abs) by Summer.
Ideas?
Do not use the Peepers diet.
what are you talking about, mine consists of bacon (about three pounds per week, on a slow week), other breakfast sausages, eggs, tuna, chicken, pizza burgers, cheddar cheese infused hamburger patties, No Name Steaks, etc.
sure, there is the occasional Thin Mint I have. By the way, one sleeve of Thin Mints is considered one serving, right?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 02:25 PM
sure, there is the occasional Thin Mint I have. By the way, one sleeve of Thin Mints is considered one serving, right?
I would hope so otherwise if you leave open a sleve it may get stale.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 03:05 PM
Quick suggestions for a protein supplement. I work out lightly and want to lose weight in addition to toning and adding a little muscle. Goal is a stronger core and a sixpack (or at least identifiable abs) by Summer.
Ideas?
Do not use the Peepers diet.
what are you talking about, mine consists of bacon (about three pounds per week, on a slow week), other breakfast sausages, eggs, tuna, chicken, pizza burgers, cheddar cheese infused hamburger patties, No Name Steaks, etc.
sure, there is the occasional Thin Mint I have. By the way, one sleeve of Thin Mints is considered one serving, right?
How did that tuna get in there!?!?!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 03:07 PM
Lots of deadlift reps with light weight (135) will help. But again, really strict form!!! Kettlebell swings also help.
Light weight--135?!? OMG...just reading that made my hernia bulge! Where does one find a 135 lb poodle?
Standard Poodle crossed with a Mastiff.....its a Poostiff.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 03:13 PM
::snicker::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 03:24 PM
B^3, I got a message back from the race coordinator and was actually a little disappointed by the results.
The tire is merely a 120 pound bus tire, and the cement blocks are 35 pounds or so. For the blocks, there's a big pile and you do a relay where each person grabs one, runs down, drops it off and comes back then the next goes, and you keep it up until the pile's gone.
So, I'm going to survive it without too much additional strain I'm betting! Should be easier than my typical Saturday morning 10 miles actually!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 03:30 PM
I agree! It will be a different kind of physical stress, but with all the running you do, your recovery between legs will be really fast. As for the tire, still concentrate on using your legs and glutes for the flip, not your arms. You would likely be fine, but a tear in a biceps would really suck.
It sounds like fun!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 03:47 PM
Light weight--135?!? OMG...just reading that made my hernia bulge!
Where does one find a 135 lb poodle?
Standard Poodle crossed with a Mastiff.....its a Poostiff.
Or a StiffPoo
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 04:07 PM
I agree! It will be a different kind of physical stress, but with all the running you do, your recovery between legs will be really fast. As for the tire, still concentrate on using your legs and glutes for the flip, not your arms. You would likely be fine, but a tear in a biceps would really suck.
It sounds like fun!
A torn bicep beats a torn glute any day of the week! But I'm not at all worried about that. I'm more worried when I flip it, it's going to take off and fly 10-15 feet!
I'm the least muscular of the 4 in my group, and also the oldest (sometimes I'm the oldest person in a group, believe it or not!), so I think our team is going to massacre this thing. My only concern is that I'm going to have to run down to the lowest level of our four and I'll get a horrible 5k time, but oh well
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 04:35 PM
Took my daughter to buy proper running shoes Saturday and took her for a run yesterday. Granted she only made it a mile, but we all started somewhere. She was not buying my speach that the first mile is the hardest one and it gets easier after you've warmed up, Lol. It was 25 degrees with 20 MPH winds and snow, so I guess I'm lucky she went the mile. She has her first track practice today, so I hope that goes well for her.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 04:54 PM
That's pretty awesome, and great that you're able to share that with her!
It's definitely true, the first mile (or maybe two) are the worst, until you settle into your stride, get your breathing to a normal rate and loosen up. But she'll learn that soon enough, or once she hears it from someone besides her old man
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 05:25 PM
Again, to cool TJ!!! My dad still remembers the first run I took with him and so do I. And my girls both have the workout bug. Its a great family legacy that you have started!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 05:27 PM
I taught my step daughter how to operate the remote and the joys Cheetoes
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 05:32 PM
You must like competition!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 05:48 PM
FWIW, I am not delusional - the only reason she is running track is because her boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: is running. I am just hoping that she will start to enjoy running and want to continue to run even after the boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: and the track season are over.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 05:57 PM
At least you are able to use the
boyfriend for your own evil purposes!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 06:01 PM
Is there another use for them?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 06:04 PM
FWIW, I am not delusional - the only reason she is running track is because her boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: is running. I am just hoping that she will start to enjoy running and want to continue to run even after the boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: and the track season are over.
You can hope for the best, that one becomes a lasting habit and the other...goes away.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 06:07 PM
Speaking of running. . . . I hurt today. I'm using the excuse of a sick kid to skip the gym tonight and will go tomorrow and join the yoga class after some light weights.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 06:35 PM
Is there another use for them?
Yes. In the flower beds, they make great fertilizer if you.....
nevermind.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 07:43 PM
FWIW, I am not delusional - the only reason she is running track is because her boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: is running. I am just hoping that she will start to enjoy running and want to continue to run even after the boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: and the track season are over.
You can hope for the best, that one becomes a lasting habit and the other...goes away.
Unless she gets pregnant, and then it will be like having a little bit of her boyfriend around all the time. Yeah...I want to see tj go into full body convulsions....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 07:49 PM
FWIW, I am not delusional - the only reason she is running track is because her boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: is running. I am just hoping that she will start to enjoy running and want to continue to run even after the boyfriend :involuntary eye twitch: and the track season are over.
You can hope for the best, that one becomes a lasting habit and the other...goes away.
Unless she gets pregnant, and then it will be like having a little bit of her boyfriend around all the time. Yeah...I want to see tj go into full body convulsions.... ^^^^ jUst aiNt riGht..
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 07:58 PM
If that happens GnP, well.... just read BBB1's flower bed fertilizer comment above....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 09:33 PM
People still wonder why I named that particular strain of moss "Pariculi Bobby".....
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/12 11:09 PM
Carp....so some folks in the ER where fiance works are getting peopel to do this and pretty sure I've been roped in. I'll just say it now, "I've got no balls." And I am more scared of getting mud..."places"...than anythign else.
http://www.gladiatorrocknrun.com/index.html
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 01:22 AM
O darn, there aren't any in Illinois...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 02:23 PM
Oh you will love it!! It is really fun Dip!!! Yes you will have mud everywhere.....EVERYWHERE!....but most of it comes off in the communal shower after!
Mani, you can come run in one with us!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 04:01 PM
Man up and mud up!
If someone wants to sponsor my travel expenses to one of them, I'll join in on the fun too!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 05:25 PM
Nope...talked to the fiance and he's nto gonna ask for time off to do it. HA!! SAVED!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 06:36 PM
Nope...talked to the fiance and he's nto gonna ask for time off to do it. HA!! SAVED!!!
Oh do one anyway! They are the funnest races, really!!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 06:38 PM
Sounds like a good place for a honeymoon.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 06:53 PM
I'd do one but nto alone. I need a GOOD friend to do it with...
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 06:57 PM
<- Doing the Go Dirty Girl in August.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 09:34 PM
Has anyone heard of the Color run 5K? It's not timed, but hysterical. I might do the New York one with my daughter...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 09:35 PM
<- Doing the Go Dirty Girl in August.
You're doing the....
(Nope! Not gonna go there....)
Have fun!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 09:37 PM
You should get shirts that say:
"I'm a dirty girl!"
kitten..................................
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 09:40 PM
Has anyone heard of the Color run 5K? It's not timed, but hysterical. I might do the New York one with my daughter...
If the colors have anything to due with bandanas I would stay away from it.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 10:35 PM
Has anyone heard of the Color run 5K? It's not timed, but hysterical. I might do the New York one with my daughter...
If the colors have anything to due with bandanas I would stay away from it.
My youngest wants to do the one in KC...I guess I'm getting painted!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/12 10:43 PM
I hope this isn't one of those crazy underwear (or less) runs where people are covered in body paint...if so, I need bleach for my brain right now to get rid of that image...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 02:20 PM
I hope this isn't one of those crazy underwear (or less) runs where people are covered in body paint...if so, I need bleach for my brain right now to get rid of that image...
Yeah..prolly not with my daughter. But you yankees do whatever it is you people do up there to stay warm....
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 02:41 PM
THAT would be hysterical! Nope - you start in white t-shirts and they spray you with a different color (powder) in each leg of the run. You end up looking like Jackson Pollack exploded on your race, but it looks like a blast! I'm trying to get my lazy 8 year-old away from the tv, so I've been trying to take her out with me a bit more. Training for this might be the kick she needs!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 03:12 PM
I hope this isn't one of those crazy underwear (or less) runs where people are covered in body paint...if so, I need bleach for my brain right now to get rid of that image...
Yeah..prolly not with my daughter. But you yankees do whatever it is you people do up there to stay warm....
We jump in frozen lakes of course! And yeah, I blocked out most of your response as soon as I started getting the mental image of you running around in body paint.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 03:26 PM
THAT would be hysterical! Nope - you start in white t-shirts and they spray you with a different color (powder) in each leg of the run. You end up looking like Jackson Pollack exploded on your race, but it looks like a blast! I'm trying to get my lazy 8 year-old away from the tv, so I've been trying to take her out with me a bit more. Training for this might be the kick she needs!
My "kid" is 21 so it may be easier to.
It was her idea and since I run in all these mud races, what was I gonna say.."No, might getr messy!"? LOL
I think it will be fun!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 03:41 PM
How's
she doin??
You'd be an amusing father in law, that's for sure!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 03:48 PM
Youngest is single and yes, gorgeous! (daddy pride)
The oldest is married to a wonderful guy that I'm proud to call son-in-law. (He is also huge. 6'2", 275)
She is also gorgeous (more daddy pride).
Yes, I have had the "That's my little girl talk" with everything that gets near my daughters. Even Garganto, my SIL.
But you only have to hurt one, to get the rest to believe.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 03:53 PM
Are you saying I'm too short?? I'll work on it.
I've learned my lessons the hard way though, I'd never go for a gal more than a year or two younger than me again. Way too much work! (fiancee is 22!)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 04:00 PM
My girls have had boyfriends from about 5'6" to 6'8" since high school. My oldest daughter is 5'11.5" tall and she likes heels and tall boots. It took a pretty confindent guy to even apply as boyfriend, much less as husband! LOL
They do a pretty good job of weeding out the losers on their own, but you'd probably have made the cut Matt.
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 05:06 PM
We jump in frozen lakes of course! And yeah, I blocked out most of your response as soon as I started getting the mental image of you running around in body paint.[/quote]
Hey, nothing wrong with people jumping in frozen lakes!!! Haha
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 05:32 PM
We jump in frozen lakes of course! And yeah, I blocked out most of your response as soon as I started getting the mental image of you running around in body paint.
Hey, nothing wrong with people jumping in frozen lakes!!! Haha [/quote]
I agree! I'll even help throw them in!
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 05:54 PM
Ok, so I didn't exactly jump in..just ran in chest deep and back out!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:02 PM
Ok, so I didn't exactly jump in..just ran in chest deep and back out!
Frozen T-shirt contest?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:02 PM
That's nothing to discount, still a crazy feat!
Also, B^3, if you'd like to adopt me, I would gladly accept it. Arranged marriage, adopted kid, whatever works. I promise I will continue to work and be productive for at least 6 months before I become a bum and start to rely on you for financial support
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:06 PM
So you like vienna sausages?!?
If you are gonna rely on me, you're gonna eat what I eat.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:17 PM
It's all good pops, I'm not at all picky about food, especially the free kind.
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:23 PM
Ok, so I didn't exactly jump in..just ran in chest deep and back out!
Frozen T-shirt contest?
Frozen tank top! Not sure it was a contest...although the other girl that did it with me had a bikini on...she looked much better than I did in my tank and shorts!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:26 PM
"she looked much better than I did in my tank and shorts!"
If she was wearing your tank and shorts what did you wear?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:36 PM
Her bikini, of course.
So, when do you put that pic up as your avitar, Ms CG?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:42 PM
BTW, I have to brag a bit.
128 pushups this morning in 7 sets (12,24,20,20,20,16,16). Between them, I did:
1) arm curls of 15 lb dumbbells (30 the first set, then 40 for 5 more sets.
2) planks (hurts my shoulder more than any other exercise...I'll take suggestions on a better method) of 30, 30, 60, 60 and 60 seconds
3) wall chairs of 30 seconds (5 sets, I believe).
Yes, I was exhausted. Also, after taking the regimen of pills/vitamins and drinking the water I needed to wash them down, I was pretty nauseous by the end of it...opened the back door to cool off.
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 06:57 PM
Her bikini, of course.
So, when do you put that pic up as your avitar, Ms CG?
There were no close up pictures of us because no one was allowed close enough to the water but the people doing the plunge. Only got a couple pictures from further away to prove I did do it!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 07:25 PM
BTW, I have to brag a bit.
128 pushups this morning in 7 sets (12,24,20,20,20,16,16). Between them, I did:
1) arm curls of 15 lb dumbbells (30 the first set, then 40 for 5 more sets.
2) planks (hurts my shoulder more than any other exercise...I'll take suggestions on a better method) of 30, 30, 60, 60 and 60 seconds
3) wall chairs of 30 seconds (5 sets, I believe).
Yes, I was exhausted. Also, after taking the regimen of pills/vitamins and drinking the water I needed to wash them down, I was pretty nauseous by the end of it...opened the back door to cool off.
WTG!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 07:39 PM
Also, after taking the regimen of pills/vitamins and drinking the water I needed to wash them down, I was pretty nauseous by the end of it...opened the back door to cool off.
Hope nobody was unfortunate enough to see you cooling off via your explosed back door! I thought pups usually just panted to cool off. Weird.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 08:04 PM
Great job Pup! When I have to take multiple pills, I take them all at once in one handfull and chug about a liter of water with them. I always take protein imediately after strength training. It absorbs better and kinda helps keep the vitamin burps down.
Try your elbows in slightly different positions (forward, back, in or out) on the planks. Even 1/2 an inch in any direction can make a difference. And needless to say, the tighter your entire body is, the less the shoulders will feel it.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 08:11 PM
Also, after taking the regimen of pills/vitamins and drinking the water I needed to wash them down, I was pretty nauseous by the end of it...opened the back door to cool off.
Hope nobody was unfortunate enough to see you cooling off via your explosed back door! I thought pups usually just panted to cool off. Weird.
::hides binoculars::
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 09:32 PM
The trainer has me doing planks now to replace some of my pushups. Argh, I can only hold the position really still for about 10 seconds, then maybe another 5 seconds really wobbly before I feel like I'm going to collapse.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 09:36 PM
Mani, don't hide the binoculars..you're welcome to peek if that's really what you want (one peek and you'd run!!).
Steve, a liter of water BEFORE a workout would definitely drive me straight to regurgitation of important pills. I do drink the whey protein stuff afterward. You said within 30 minutes or close to 30 minutes, right? I've been doing it as soon as I catch my breath and feel like I can choke it down.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 09:38 PM
The trainer has me doing planks now to replace some of my pushups. Argh, I can only hold the position really still for about 10 seconds, then maybe another 5 seconds really wobbly before I feel like I'm going to collapse.
I've only done about a dozen of them, and that is exactly where I began. Now, I start to feel it at about 30 seconds, get a little shaky at 45 and struggle at 60. Anything longer, and I'm also going to have to fight boredom.
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 09:51 PM
Pushups hurt my shoulders - I dislocated the right one as a kid and now fight intermittent bursitis in it. Could someone explain these "planks" for me, pretty please?
And mani - your pic is freaking me out just a little bit.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 09:54 PM
And mani - your pic is freaking me out just a little bit.
Donna worry. He just sceered.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 10:04 PM
Pushups hurt my shoulders - I dislocated the right one as a kid and now fight intermittent bursitis in it. Could someone explain these "planks" for me, pretty please?
A push-up type form, usually resting on your forearms and toes (can be knees as needed/for beginners). You simply hold the form, trying not to let yourself sag in the middle. You will likely feel it in your shoulders, so depending on if your pain comes from the motion or simply pressure, they may or may not be of use to you. It's a great move for total core stability.
I started at 45 seconds to a minute, and it was work from 30 seconds on. A couple months of doing them 3 days a week has greatly improved me, a minute being fairly easy, 3 being my longest. Same story with side planks, progressing from 30 seconds to 60. They are mixed in with my workout though, so I'm usually pretty winded and beat by the time I get to them, making them more of a challenge for me.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 10:09 PM
Pushups hurt my shoulders - I dislocated the right one as a kid and now fight intermittent bursitis in it. Could someone explain these "planks" for me, pretty please?
And mani - your pic is freaking me out just a little bit.
I get a weekly email and video from this guy. See chapter 4:
http://absblueprint.com/AbsBP-Version1.pdf
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 10:30 PM
Pushups hurt my shoulders - I dislocated the right one as a kid and now fight intermittent bursitis in it. Could someone explain these "planks" for me, pretty please?
And mani - your pic is freaking me out just a little bit.
I get the shoulder thing. My left one has been rebuilt and the right one has had a nice cleaning. Wish I could tell you it gets all better...it sort of does, but only because you get used to it.
Ok, planks...More than one kind is available for your enjoyment. But the basic plank is to asume a strict, military-like pushup position except the your elbows are resting on the floor instead of the palms of your hands. Body as rigid and straight as you can get. Then....just hold it....for as long as you can. I think Freak is over 6 minutes now and that is a LONG plank. You will shiver. You will shake. Its all normal.
You just hold the position as long as you are able, as many times as you are able.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/12 10:41 PM
<--- shivers, shakes, falls flat on her face. And I have to do them on my knees instead of toes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 02:35 PM
<--- shivers, shakes, falls flat on her face. And I have to do them on my knees instead of toes.
Nothin wrong with that! It will get easier, keep at it and you will see clear results in your form and stamina within weeks!
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 02:37 PM
Thanks, y'all. I will have to give these a try.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 03:52 PM
This whole business about what doesn't kill ya, makes ya stronger, is bunk!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 07:07 PM
This whole business about what doesn't kill ya, makes ya stronger, is bunk!
Nah! Pain is your friend! Ask someone who can't feel it how their life is...
Pain and fear keep you alive!
<---Slight adrenaline junkie
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 08:49 PM
Whatshername from several years ago American Idol keeps on singing "what doesn't kill ya makes ya stronger" whenever I'm at the gym, so I believe it must be true! Can't be bunk!
Last night, my trainer had me doing more planks (ouch), lots of pushups against a bench (ouch) lots of crunches (ow ow), and something new (to me) called "butt blaster leg raises". Today, I sound like I'm 99 years old going down the stairs. Me: "ow, oh [censored], ow, ow, ow, you're kidding me, ow ow OWWWW!" with each step down. I must be getting very strong (or close to death) haha!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 08:56 PM
Lots of stretching BurntSienna! Keep those muscles warmed up!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 09:52 PM
Hydrate.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 09:55 PM
And don’t turn around if you feel an icy, cold finger tapping you on the shoulder while going down the stairs; it will be the Grim Reaper.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 10:25 PM
Or Mani in the morning....she has cold fingers.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 10:29 PM
Maybe it's just me, but I wouldn't complain if it was her!
Grim Reaper...would have to catch me first, and I'd put up a fight!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/08/12 11:11 PM
Or Mani in the morning....she has cold fingers.
True story.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 01:10 PM
I took a Define Plus class at the gym yesterday and this morning EVERYTHING hurts. Mission Accomplished.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 03:22 PM
Doesn't that feel GREAT???
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 04:26 PM
I wimped out this morning and only did my minimum pushups. I got very little sleep, so I just couldn't roll out of bed. But, I did my 69 pushups in 4 sets (12, 20, 20, 17). I'll start at the gym on Monday and will do my home-made workout tomorrow before coming in for a long day at work.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 06:37 PM
Just went to buy dog food. Picked up, carried around, and waited in line holding a 40-lb bag like it was nothing.
An older gentleman offered me a shopping cart, but I was all, "Nah, I got this."
His dog was super cute tho.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 06:51 PM
He was probably thinking the same thing about you, but too scared to say it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 06:57 PM
Or he was intimidated by my awesome strength.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 06:59 PM
It could be he was freaked out by the avi
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 07:36 PM
I do walk around with the same look on my face. You'd be surprised how well my coworkers are listening to my 'recommendations' now.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 07:39 PM
Do you pull your hair back and stare bug-eyed at everyone??
That image makes me laugh almost as much as the avi!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 07:50 PM
Of course. How do you think I snagged the hubs?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 08:32 PM
Beer, under a cardboard box, propped up with a stick. A string tied to the stick, then you pulled it out when he went under the box to get the beer! Then, tadaa! you were married. How else would it work?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 08:48 PM
Sounds right to me.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 08:56 PM
Mani, I've seen pics of your dogs on facebook and am wondering what you were doing buying a 40 lb bag? That lasts them like 3 days right?
Do you supplement their diet with live food such as rabbits, squirrels, stray cats, and the neighbor's stray children?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/09/12 09:08 PM
One of them is known for snagging baby bunnies. Previously we had a dog-walker, and he was famous at the company for being able to successfully capture a bunny on the 6-foot leash--TWICE.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 03:08 PM
140 pushups, 100 arm curls on each arm, 3:45 total of planks and 3:35 total wall chairs this morning.
Preceded by a battery of supplement pills and followed by a vanilla whey protein drink, a bowl of oatmeal and a banana....and a 20-30 oz glass of water on the way to work.
Oddly enough, I weighed a bit more than I usually do at my morning weigh in when I arrived at the bank. I am not usually much of a morning meal person...trying to change that.
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 03:13 PM
No pushups for me lately. I've done something to my left shoulder that's affecting range of motion and causing pain. Got to go to the doctor 'bout this.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 03:14 PM
Let us know tomorrow how TODAY'S dr visit is...
no peer pressure there...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 03:14 PM
Altering your diet schedule will make a change all on its own, so that's a good thing to get in the habit of! If I skip breakfast, I won't feel hungry until 2-3 in the afternoon. If I eat breakfast, I'm starving by noon. Getting your metabolism up and going is very important.
I tried one of my new supplement samples Saturday morning before my long run, I might have to actually go back and buy the stuff! It's supposed to help remove the lactic acid from your muscles and minimize fatigue, well it really seemed to work! I was at 7 miles before I stopped for a stretch and some water, usually I'm doing that around 5. Finished my run feeling great and wishing I had more time to keep going and push harder. Was very pleased with it.
" NX6™ is a cutting edge muscle volumizer designed to pump more blood to your muscles and initiate oxygenation to give your body a vascular rush" I felt a rush, that's for sure!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 03:29 PM
^^^ Then he punched out Michael Bisping....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 03:40 PM
I never got a first name, but I'll take your word for it.
I only took 2, the dose is actually 4, so I can't imagine what a full one would be like! It was in combination with my regular pre-workout drink that I do on running days (was given the ok by the rep to combine them and assured that it wouldn't cause an exploding heart issue or anything), so didn't want to do a full dose when unsure of how I'd take it, and knowing that I had to sit still and work for a few hours after I finished my run. Didn't want to be too nutty or anything!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 04:49 PM
The hospital has been great for pushups but not much else. Friday was 72 - 50 - 50 - 50 - 30 - 30 - 50 - 50
Saturday was 72 - 50 - 50 - 50 - 40 - 40 - 40 - 50 - 50
Yesterday was 73 - 50 - 50 - 50 - 50 - 50 - 30 - 30 - 30 - 30
That's 1297 pushups if I got it all right. 73 this morning.
I think I want a weithed vest for doing these. I cant do 70+ with a vest (I dont think), but it would be great for the sets of them!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 04:57 PM
I've thought about getting one as well, but my weight days are sufficiently destroying me as it is, and I don't know that it would be good for my running either, so I'm leaving it as an idea for some day in the future at this point.
But you, you clearly need more of a challenge!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 05:03 PM
I have a vest at my disposal (was left behind by Mrs (to be) Pup's stepson when he was banished from the home (he deserved it).
I'm not going to be using it until I know I can get in all my reps without destroying myself.
Vest in 2013.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 05:04 PM
I wonder if you have to be able to actually spell "weighted vest" before they will sell me one....? Gotta worko on that.
I wouldnt run in one. Too hard on joints.
Speed work or racquetball maybe though. Squat days might be interesting.
You'd be amazed how many pushups any of you could do if you have nothing else to do but read and realize you dont like the book you brought.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 05:05 PM
Vest in 2013.
^^^^T-Shirt worthy!
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/12/12 08:26 PM
When Kneepolean Blownaparte gets his inner bling on May 1st, are you gonna come do pushups at the suburban KC hospital? It occurs to me that I may want to keep the location relatively quiet... Jen wants to check out TTMark, 3B1 is collecting pushup locations, and I'm going to need some serious entertainment so maybe I should rethink this secret location.
Hmm...
Overland Park Regional Hospital, Orthopedic Ward, May 2nd!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 03:45 PM
LOL!!! I may have to come visit...simply for the eye candy that is TTMark.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 04:41 PM
I know where that is!! Not far from where baby sister lived when she was there! Its pushup worthy!
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 05:41 PM
Okay Pup, here is the doctor's advice - thinks is rotator cuff but isn't sure. Gave me a steriod pack - so yes now I'm on roids - the label warns against psychotic manifestations.......
He said if this doesn't clear it up, I'm going to an orthopedic specialist.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 05:48 PM
And if you start making a large amount of cartoonish friends, seek medical attention, you're going crazy!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 06:06 PM
Okay Pup, here is the doctor's advice - thinks is rotator cuff but isn't sure. Gave me a steriod pack - so yes now I'm on roids - the label warns against psychotic manifestations.......
He said if this doesn't clear it up, I'm going to an orthopedic specialist.
<---Has two messed up shoulders. One completely rebuilt. I believe in orthopods, they are great doctors. But sometimes surgery is the only tool they know how to use... Be cautious.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 06:41 PM
the label warns against psychotic manifestations.......
Eh...you type that like it's a bad thing......
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 06:46 PM
Okay Pup, here is the doctor's advice - thinks is rotator cuff but isn't sure. Gave me a steriod pack - so yes now I'm on roids - the label warns against psychotic manifestations.......
He said if this doesn't clear it up, I'm going to an orthopedic specialist.
The rotator cuff is a complex machine. A bicep pulls your arm in one direction, while a tricep pushes it in the other. A quadricep and hamstring work basically in opposite way. A rotator cuff is made up of (4?) different muscle groups pushing and pulling in different directions. So, if you have a hard time lifting your arm, it's one. If you have a hard time lifting it laterally, it's another, etc.
I would venture to say that there is nobody out there without some sort of rotator cuff issue. The good news is that it is fixable through rehab if not torn. Mine was a severe sprain, and that was fixed through rehab (then I neglected it some more).
Good luck with it and be careful. Get some good pics taken of it (MRI, if I remember correctly) and get it taken care of. You kinda need your shoulders.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 07:02 PM
<-----has never had a rotator cuff issue
::knocks on wood::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 07:16 PM
<-----has never had a rotator cuff issue
::knocks on wood::
^^^^Show off!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 09:13 PM
I do not find issues with the rotator cuff
Humerus
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/13/12 09:17 PM
^^^^A medical Henny Youngman!
::head slap::
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 01:02 PM
<- Has fallen off the wagon this week. Hoping the wagon will circle back around and pick me up. Hitting the gym tomorrow since I've promised a handsome 7 year old I'd take him to Scouts tonight.
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 01:06 PM
Okay Pup, here is the doctor's advice - thinks is rotator cuff but isn't sure. Gave me a steriod pack - so yes now I'm on roids - the label warns against psychotic manifestations.......
He said if this doesn't clear it up, I'm going to an orthopedic specialist.
<---Has two messed up shoulders. One completely rebuilt. I believe in orthopods, they are great doctors. But sometimes surgery is the only tool they know how to use... Be cautious.
<--- specializes in messed up knees, but has two unmessed up shoulders, courtesy of rotator cuff surgery with the gorgeous and humerus TTMark
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 01:07 PM
I've promised a handsome 7 year old I'd take him to Scouts tonight.
AG?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 01:49 PM
<- Has fallen off the wagon this week. Hoping the wagon will circle back around and pick me up. Hitting the gym tomorrow since I've promised a handsome 7 year old I'd take him to Scouts tonight.
The wagon always gives you a chance to jump back on, no worries there! You just have to time it right or it could run you over!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 01:58 PM
I've promised a handsome 7 year old I'd take him to Scouts tonight.
AG?
Not AG. He has Paint-N-Play tonight.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 01:59 PM
That's right!! Thats why we all fall off a wagon and not an F17! Wagons are easier to get back on and there's always lots of room!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 03:55 PM
I have to admit, I'm no longer trying to keep up with all of the pushups.
I usually squeek about 20-40 and that's about it. I'm not super excited about having to do 75 so I figure it's better to do 20 or so and call it good. That's better than not doing them at all.
And besdies, I'm finding new and interesting ways to torture myself at TRX.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 04:07 PM
Its about being successful and opportunities for fitness! I've been adding all kinds of things to my workouts due to this challenge and all of you!
I am kind of focused on completing the challenge, just because I want to see how many I can do. I managed 82 in my morning set. I'm tryin to stay ahead of the required amount because I know I'm getting closer to my limit. (Literally collapsed at 82). All of you are driving me and giving me knew ideas. Please keep it up so I will too!
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 04:46 PM
Its about being successful and opportunities for fitness! I've been adding all kinds of things to my workouts due to this challenge and all of you!
All of you are driving me and giving me knew ideas. Please keep it up so I will too!
How about a picture of you doing pushups suspended between teller windows in the lobby?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 06:33 PM
Old man in the parking lot today: "Lady, you're looking buff buff buffed!"
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 06:37 PM
Old man in the parking lot today: "Lady, you're looking buff buff buffed!"
He was old, not blind! Can't blame a man for stating the obvious!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 06:39 PM
Its about being successful and opportunities for fitness! I've been adding all kinds of things to my workouts due to this challenge and all of you!
All of you are driving me and giving me knew ideas. Please keep it up so I will too!
How about a picture of you doing pushups suspended between teller windows in the lobby?
I'll work on that! Just have to come up with a good way to explain to our head of security why I'm hovering over to trays on camera.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 06:41 PM
You've got two good reasons, one attached to each arm! Give him your antique gun show and see if he questions any further!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 06:45 PM
LOL! Our head of security is about 5'8", has a 45" waist and jumps when I say "
boo". (literally, he is very jumpy)
But he's a nice little guy.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 06:46 PM
Old man in the parking lot today: "Lady, you're looking buff buff buffed!"
How YOU doin?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/14/12 08:50 PM
LOL! Our head of security is about 5'8", has a 45" waist and jumps when I say "
boo". (literally, he is very jumpy)
But he's a nice little guy.
Bless his heart?
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 12:10 PM
SO I'm still catching up on the push-ups but getting there. My kids and I started running at night when we can.
The other day my poor son was sitting on a bench at school the by himself and one of his teachers sat down and asked him what was wrong...he said his legs hurt from our family run to the church the night before...She thought poor thing so she talked to my mom who works at the school and told her about it and asked how far the church was from where I live...my mom told her where I live and how the church is one block from my house..needless to say the teacher didn't feel so bad for him after that!! lol
Now, my daughter and I did run a mile and a half (which is pretty good for me since we just started running a couple weeks ago)that night, he just happened to be playing at the park that is next to the church and we picked him up on our run back and he ran the whole block back to our house.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 12:42 PM
Well done CG! The only thing better than getting fit is getting the whole family fit!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 01:20 PM
1.5 miles is awesome CountryGal! I think it's amazing you've gotten your family involved too!!
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 01:23 PM
The weather is pleasant and the days are longer - Kid Wonder and I need to hit the bike/hike trail tonight. Hopefully our afternoon thunderstorms won't be an issue today. I really do love this time of year when we have more daylight and low humidity/heat.
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 01:27 PM
1.5 miles is awesome CountryGal! I think it's amazing you've gotten your family involved too!!
Thanks..my kids love being outside so it helps with the weather being nice..My kids are very athletic so they enjoy staying active. They are pushing me more to run than me pushing them so that is awesome!!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 02:34 PM
Tough to get much more accountablity than the people that share your roof!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:06 PM
Can't wait until we get some better weather here. I think I have half a chance at getting my kiddos motivated.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:17 PM
Can't wait until we get some better weather here. I think I have half a chance at getting my kiddos motivated.
Try a cattle prod! It does wonders in the morning when they arent expecting it!
Or so I've heard .........
::slides cattle prod behind the cabinet::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:26 PM
CG, I can't run 1.5 miles. I'm not sure my cardio-fitness would allow for it and I KNOW my knees and back would rebel.
I think I'll be doing some light jogging (you know, staying in the neighborhood) by summer's end, but I can't promise much. Keep up the good work.
Mani, I saw you had a 5 mile run...way to go!
Jen is back up and running the long distances after her flat tire awhile back...awesome!
I still can't quite run around the block.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:31 PM
Thanks Pup! You will find ways to get in the cardio you want, whether it's light jogging, biking, swimming, or a combo of those!
ETA: You'd probably benefit from interval training. Just an afterthought.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:34 PM
I've been changing channels at a faster pace each week
My cardio is improving
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:41 PM
for peepers.
Can you join the push up challange by using the lever on the barcalounger?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:52 PM
for peepers.
Can you join the push up challange by using the lever on the barcalounger?
You will become right arm dominant in the extreme!
Do they make lefty barcaloungers....?
Tell ya what, just fall down a lot! Then you have to push up!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:53 PM
Competitive screaming matches with your kids might not be considered "cardio work", but it sounds like a fun place to start. But I don't have kids, so I'll just keep running.
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 03:58 PM
This thread is briefly interrupted to ask: Do you have your NCAA brackets filled out? 15 minutes left before March Madness officially breaks loose! I've got 3 brackets. The logical one, the Cinderella one, and the reasonable (but obligatory) one except for the part about the Jayhawks going all the way.
I now return you to the regularly programmed thread.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:02 PM
You better go help SunBun!!!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:03 PM
There are BLACK clouds overhead this morning and guaranteed to last all day. My running is going to be on the dreadmill today.
I was going to go for a 5.5 mile today but I'm not sure if my attention span will last that long on a treadmill.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:08 PM
Contemplate the meaning of life. That will get you through at least 15!
I've taken to watching movies during my long treadmill runs, it's a good distraction and I can't count on any good TV on Saturday mornings.
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:10 PM
Competitive screaming matches with your kids might not be considered "cardio work", but it sounds like a fun place to start. But I don't have kids, so I'll just keep running.
Who came up with this silly rule that kids have to be yours to scream at them?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:18 PM
This thread is briefly interrupted to ask: Do you have your NCAA brackets filled out? 15 minutes left before March Madness officially breaks loose! I've got 3 brackets. The logical one, the Cinderella one, and the reasonable (but obligatory) one except for the part about the Jayhawks going all the way.
I now return you to the regularly programmed thread.
Yep! All ready for the big event at the Scott Trade Center IN ST. Louis MO!! This weekend!
My Pokes ought to do well!
Wait, you are talking about wrestling...right?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:20 PM
There are BLACK clouds overhead this morning and guaranteed to last all day. My running is going to be on the dreadmill today.
I was going to go for a 5.5 mile today but I'm not sure if my attention span will last that long on a treadmill.
I would opt for the movie. The meaning of life takes two seconds (didnt you see City Sclickers)!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:20 PM
Competitive screaming matches with your kids might not be considered "cardio work", but it sounds like a fun place to start. But I don't have kids, so I'll just keep running.
Who came up with this silly rule that kids have to be yours to scream at them?
That's true, just head to the park or nearest high school and have at it!
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:22 PM
Competitive screaming matches with your kids might not be considered "cardio work", but it sounds like a fun place to start. But I don't have kids, so I'll just keep running.
Who came up with this silly rule that kids have to be yours to scream at them?
That's true, just head to the park or nearest high school and have at it!
Then when their parents notice, RUN!!! Kind of gets you the best of both worlds...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 04:26 PM
Competitive screaming matches with your kids might not be considered "cardio work", but it sounds like a fun place to start. But I don't have kids, so I'll just keep running.
Who came up with this silly rule that kids have to be yours to scream at them?
That's true, just head to the park or nearest high school and have at it!
Then when their parents notice, RUN!!! Kind of gets you the best of both worlds...
Or stand your ground and practice the ancient art of the Tao of Jeet Kune Duck!
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 05:12 PM
CG, I can't run 1.5 miles. I'm not sure my cardio-fitness would allow for it and I KNOW my knees and back would rebel.
I think I'll be doing some light jogging (you know, staying in the neighborhood) by summer's end, but I can't promise much. Keep up the good work.
Mani, I saw you had a 5 mile run...way to go!
Jen is back up and running the long distances after her flat tire awhile back...awesome!
I still can't quite run around the block.
Thanks Pup...although I'm sure if you had something or someone to chase after, you'd make it around the block or even further!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 05:25 PM
If you're offering, I can safely bet that he'd take you up on the offer!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 05:33 PM
for peepers.
Can you join the push up challange by using the lever on the barcalounger?
I sometimes venture downstairs to the Rec Room to watch the larger flat panel TV and in doing so I have to walk back up the stairs.....does that count for anything?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 05:42 PM
CG, I can't run 1.5 miles. I'm not sure my cardio-fitness would allow for it and I KNOW my knees and back would rebel.
I think I'll be doing some light jogging (you know, staying in the neighborhood) by summer's end, but I can't promise much. Keep up the good work.
Mani, I saw you had a 5 mile run...way to go!
Jen is back up and running the long distances after her flat tire awhile back...awesome!
I still can't quite run around the block.
Thanks Pup...although I'm sure if you had something or someone to chase after, you'd make it around the block or even further!!
I have my morkie pup, but he's shifty. I'd certainly pull something.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 05:43 PM
:chases Matt with a bat for trying to bait me into trouble with his last comment:
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 05:47 PM
There you go Pup! I don't think it'll get your heart rate up in quite the same way, but I'll be sure to push you to your limit!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 06:20 PM
Contemplate the meaning of life. That will get you through at least 15!
I've taken to watching movies during my long treadmill runs, it's a good distraction and I can't count on any good TV on Saturday mornings.
There's always whatever is on the carppy cable TV at the gym. That's the only TV time I get and I usually stare at the screen while I listen to music.
Maybe I should load a movie on the ipod??
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 06:35 PM
If it would require you to stare down at it, it might not be optimal. I know people that read, but they're barely jogging really, I can't imagine doing it during a run. Podcasts or whatever the official name of a book on tape on an iPod is a good option too! Get some of those awesome romance novels or something!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 06:39 PM
I do not, have not and never will, read a romance novel.
I have no idea how people read either.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 06:51 PM
I do not, have not and never will, read a romance novel.
I have no idea how people read either.
That was a test, you passed. Good job!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 08:59 PM
I do not, have not and never will, read a romance novel.
I have no idea how people read either.
Does "The Art of War" (Sun Tzu, 2nd Centrury BC), count as a romance novel? No?
Ok, I'm good.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/15/12 09:06 PM
You didn't specify if you get all flustered and uncomfortable when you read it...I wouldn't rule it out quite so easily!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/16/12 02:00 PM
Nah, I know how it ends.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/16/12 02:53 PM
So, I went to the gym this morning. Oddly, I did not pushups while I was there. I was a bit lost, but I did find some cool machines that I will utilize for a lot of exercises.
I got on what looks like a cross country skier machine, but the steps were kinda weird...destroyed my quads in no time. Then I tried a treadmill but within about 3 minutes, my calves had doubled in size and I had to stop.
<-------out of shape.
I'll get my pushups in this evening.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/16/12 03:18 PM
Don't lie, you went expecting hot women in yoga pants and tank tops and all you got was guys like BBB, so you got frustrated and left!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/16/12 03:24 PM
Not gonna lie, I was the 2nd youngest person in there, and I was in the worst shape out of everyone in there, including the hot woman in yoga pants.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/16/12 03:40 PM
Everybody starts somewhere Pup. And as bad as you make think you are, you are way better than you were. Next month you will be better than you are now. Just keep on doing it!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 03:02 PM
78th day of the year. I have managed to get all the required pushups done in one set so far, but it is definitely getting tougher! Some days I make 83 fairly well others I collapse at 80. I keep hoping that I will hit that magic "breakthrough moment" when 100 becomes easy......ummm not yet.
I need to do more sets during the day. I think if I can manage 300 for a day, I can bump it up. Running more and leaning up has helped a bunch. Still wanting to get a weighted vest for my non required sets. Just haven't gotten the chance yet.
All of you keep driving me because you guys are staying after it!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 03:14 PM
I'm really feeling my extra sets from yesterday, made today's completely suck!
I tried to do some handstand ones at the end of my stuff yesterday, I'm sure it would have been quite amusing to watch. I didn't give myself a concussion, so that was good...but I couldn't even get into a handstand to start them. I figured it was because I'd already done a bunch...but yeah, I couldn't do them today either. I need to just drop another 20 pounds and maybe my shrimpy arms will be able to handle it!
I can do about 25 or so decline, with my hands on weights so I have to go down further, but that's about it. Been mixing up staggered arms and one arm raised up about 6" further than the other to mix up the muscle focus, hoping that I'll be able to do some one-arms before I get to the end of the year.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 03:27 PM
You'l get it Matt! You are doing all the right things. The handstand pushups kind of take some mental adjusting as well as the strength. Start with just holding the handstand for 30 sec and gradually increasing the angle on your declines. You'll get it. Just takes a little time and desire. You have plenty of that.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 03:33 PM
I do have a lot of time, yes. Hopefully several more decades! So, I probably shouldn't rush it or what else will I have to look forward to in life?
I think I'm going to take up flag-football this Spring too now, never played football in any form, so it could be interesting! Or maybe I'll end up broken and it'll ruin everything else... that's another thing I have to think about.
Life is so much easier when spent on the couch!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 03:53 PM
You can exsist on a couch, but you can't live.
After I gave up on being a college football stud (humor font), I played rugby. The shirts were cool, but go with flag football. You will get damaged less!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 03:53 PM
Life is so much easier when spent on the couch!
ain't that the truth!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 04:02 PM
You can exsist on a couch, but you can't live.
After I gave up on being a college football stud (humor font), I played rugby. The shirts were cool, but go with flag football. You will get damaged less!
We'll see. 3 years of sand volleyball and I haven't managed to injure myself at all (here's hoping I continue my streak!), but I suppose it depends on how agressively people pursue my flags. Didn't even know we had a league around here until someone asked me about it last week. Of course, it's on Sundays, my day of "rest", but oh well!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/12 06:51 PM
You can exsist on a couch, but you can't live.
After I gave up on being a college football stud (humor font), I played rugby. The shirts were cool, but go with flag football. You will get damaged less!
We'll see. 3 years of sand volleyball and I haven't managed to injure myself at all (here's hoping I continue my streak!), but I suppose it depends on how agressively people pursue my flags. Didn't even know we had a league around here until someone asked me about it last week. Of course, it's on Sundays, my day of "rest", but oh well!
Haha, I've been playing sand volleyball for 15 years with only 1 sprained ankle, but just trying to walk I broke my ankle! It doesn't take sports for me to injure myself! (We won't talk about how I broke my other ankle playing co-ed softball...I really should have gotten out of the way, but I held on to the ball, and he was out!! ) Anyway, be careful, my son has been playing flag football the last couple of years (of course it's with 3rd & 4th graders), and it very often turns into tackle!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 02:44 PM
Went out for 2nd run last night after work, it's like May or something crazy here, shouldn't be in the 80's in March! Lapping the trail at my favorite park, everybody was there walking dogs and frisbee golfing, was a great taste of summer.
(aka short shorts everywhere!
)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:04 PM
Our park was almost identical to yours.
Except for the frisbee golfing.......
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:11 PM
The weather is crazy great here right now!! Got off the treadmill and started to hit the streets last week... unfortunately, I am out in the country and have all hills around me, and they are freaking killing me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:21 PM
Went out for 2nd run last night after work, it's like May or something crazy here, shouldn't be in the 80's in March! Lapping the trail at my favorite park, everybody was there walking dogs and frisbee golfing, was a great taste of summer.
(aka short shorts everywhere!
)
Yeah, and the shorts are getting
shorter!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:22 PM
The weather is crazy great here right now!! Got off the treadmill and started to hit the streets last week... unfortunately, I am out in the country and have all hills around me, and they are freaking killing me.
Just keep saying "The hills are my friend, the hill are my friend...."
Its a lie, but keep saying it anyway!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:25 PM
The weather is crazy great here right now!! Got off the treadmill and started to hit the streets last week... unfortunately, I am out in the country and have all hills around me, and they are freaking killing me.
JJ's run???
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:27 PM
Hill work is amazing! I used to love hill workouts....about 22 years ago...
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:30 PM
BTW, 144 pushups yesterday as part of my living room workout. I've deleted planks to save my shoulder. I've replaced planks with some of the light workouts I remember from Physical Therapy for my lower back....looking for that big exercise ball that I bought back then....it's in the house somewhere!
66 this morning with a few more to do at lunchtime, and they included a 30 rep set, matching my high set.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:42 PM
Good job Pup!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:45 PM
The weather is crazy great here right now!! Got off the treadmill and started to hit the streets last week... unfortunately, I am out in the country and have all hills around me, and they are freaking killing me.
JJ's run??? Geese are sceery!
PS. I thought the hills have eyes... no?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:52 PM
Our park was almost identical to yours.
Except for the frisbee golfing.......
I believe Iowa is second in the nation (after Texas) for number of frisbee golf courses. Why, I have no idea, but I think we have 4 in town here. Yes, I play, no I don't drink and smoke the reefer while I do. (that's the stereotype about people that play, for those of you that don't know much about the game)
Also, B^3, they are getting shorter, but not always on the right people! Mine are a bit above the knee, but not enough to be inappropriate
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:55 PM
I seriously hope you dont get any like the ones I saw here a week ago when it was 83. I think on a man, they would qualify as a speedo!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 03:59 PM
I seriously hope you dont get any like the ones I saw here a week ago when I was 83. I think on a man, they would qualify as a speedo!
Fixed. But yeah, they're nothing like that! I wouldn't wear them out in public just for fun, but they're not short enough that I'd be embarassed to be seen by people I know. They leave plenty to the imagination.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 04:04 PM
I'm good with that fix. I look amazing for 83!!
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 04:17 PM
::tapping fingers::
Posted By: JacksTigger
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 04:20 PM
The weather is crazy great here right now!! Got off the treadmill and started to hit the streets last week... unfortunately, I am out in the country and have all hills around me, and they are freaking killing me.
JJ's run??? ::like::
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 05:30 PM
::tapping fingers::
What? You can't fire me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 07:18 PM
Who all is still doing pushups? I dont even necessarily mean keeping up with the actual challenge (but that would be cool). I mean just doing them.
It is the "pushup challenge thread" after all.....
:raises hand:
There's one.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 07:29 PM
Two.
I've done at least the daily minimum...daily!
I try to do more most of the time, and it works most of the time.
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 07:31 PM
Had to ease up with the shoulder. Go back to the doc on April 11th so guess he will tell me then what I can do.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 07:37 PM
Had to ease up with the shoulder. Go back to the doc on April 11th so guess he will tell me then what I can do.
Hint: Ask a doctor with muscles, not one with a Snickers in his hand.
I hope it gets better Walden! Bad shoulders stink! (I've got two)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 07:52 PM
I'm MIA until I pickup some perfect pushup doo-dads. Soon.....
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:11 PM
Who all is still doing pushups? I dont even necessarily mean keeping up with the actual challenge (but that would be cool). I mean just doing them.
It is the "pushup challenge thread" after all.....
:raises hand:
There's one.
::raises poodle::
Still in and damn my pecs are fabulous ::JJ being traumatized as a child:
::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:15 PM
My back and shoulders are getting tighter, probably need to have a few days of just doing the minimum to recover a bit. At the same time, I notice some definite differences in things being a bit more toned and bulky than they used to be. (When I'm flexing in front of the mirror after I work out)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:18 PM
::runs to fb for photo::
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:21 PM
Who all is still doing pushups? I dont even necessarily mean keeping up with the actual challenge (but that would be cool). I mean just doing them.
It is the "pushup challenge thread" after all.....
:raises hand:
There's one.
Haven't checked in here in a while. I am still doing pushups in my weekly gym classes btu not the 1 for each day of the year.
Today in bootcamp, we did weird pushups. One arm was up on the step bench and the other on the floor. I think I said the F word with every rep on each arm. Either the F word or some sort or squeaky grunt. I've gained three pounds (naked weight) but I'm guessing I've gained at least 5 in muscle
Weddign dress gets altered in a month...Good thing it's sleeveless cuz these guns wouldnt fit!
(kidding, still skinny)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:27 PM
Thats cool guys (gals)! Sure, post progress photos if ya gottem!
I need to go somewhere and get new pushup gnome pics too!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:29 PM
ok, posted my guns to the FB group
You can imagien why, in my best shape, my bffs call me man-arms
And no, they aren't there yet...just on their way.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:31 PM
Today in bootcamp, we did weird pushups. One arm was up on the step bench and the other on the floor. I think I said the F word with every rep on each arm. Either the F word or some sort or squeaky grunt. I've gained three pounds (naked weight) but I'm guessing I've gained at least 5 in muscle
Weddign dress gets altered in a month...Good thing it's sleeveless cuz these guns wouldnt fit!
(kidding, still skinny)
That style can be pretty rough! Part of my T-Th-S rotation is 25 of those for each arm. Originally I wanted to to them on a medicine ball to add stability into the mix, but it was pretty rough on my wrists and I wasn't able to do too many.
Mani, I don't post a bunch of self-pics on FB, I'm not like that! I don't think you could make any distinction from the original one I posted to what I might currently post, since you couldn't really tell anything from that one except that my floor smells good.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:33 PM
I am still doing the daily pushups (and equal numbers of crunches/situps). I've fallen off the wagon twice for a couple days at a time, but picked back up and even did the "makeup" pushups that I missed (ouchie on those days). I have to break them up into several smaller sets throughout the day to get them done, but I am still plugging away. My planks are getting slightly longer, but still way unsteady/shaky. Tomorrow will be one month since I started working with my trainer: I go to the gym for my 1 month fitness assessment, weigh-in and tape measure of every part of my body. At WW meeting last night, I gained 1 pound, but my clothes are hanging off of me and I've moved down a pants size, so I think I'm losing fat and gaining muscle mass. Can't wait to see that "total inches lost" box filled in tomorrow night. I will post here on Friday morning.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:34 PM
ok, posted my guns to the FB group
You can imagien why, in my best shape, my bffs call me man-arms
And no, they aren't there yet...just on their way.
Better looking than mine, for sure! Not too manly, expecially considering the lack of armpit hair
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:34 PM
Today in bootcamp, we did weird pushups. One arm was up on the step bench and the other on the floor. I think I said the F word with every rep on each arm. Either the F word or some sort or squeaky grunt. I've gained three pounds (naked weight) but I'm guessing I've gained at least 5 in muscle
Weddign dress gets altered in a month...Good thing it's sleeveless cuz these guns wouldnt fit!
(kidding, still skinny)
That style can be pretty rough! Part of my T-Th-S rotation is 25 of those for each arm. Originally I wanted to to them on a medicine ball to add stability into the mix, but it was pretty rough on my wrists and I wasn't able to do too many.
Mani, I don't post a bunch of self-pics on FB, I'm not like that! I don't think you could make any distinction from the original one I posted to what I might currently post, since you couldn't really tell anything from that one except that my floor smells good.
I post enough for both of us. No worries.
:time to post another:
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:35 PM
OMG, and I forgot to shave for class...so really, there is little hairs there!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:36 PM
I am still doing the daily pushups (and equal numbers of crunches/situps). I've fallen off the wagon twice for a couple days at a time, but picked back up and even did the "makeup" pushups that I missed (ouchie on those days). I have to break them up into several smaller sets throughout the day to get them done, but I am still plugging away. My planks are getting slightly longer, but still way unsteady/shaky. Tomorrow will be one month since I started working with my trainer: I go to the gym for my 1 month fitness assessment, weigh-in and tape measure of every part of my body. At WW meeting last night, I gained 1 pound, but my clothes are hanging off of me and I've moved down a pants size, so I think I'm losing fat and gaining muscle mass. Can't wait to see that "total inches lost" box filled in tomorrow night. I will post here on Friday morning.
FANTABULOUS!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 08:36 PM
OMG, and I forgot to shave for class...so really, there is little hairs there!
:zooms in:
Not that I could see!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 09:02 PM
I never shaved for class in college! That was 3 minutes of sleep time!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 09:05 PM
But after college, you made time to shave your pits? That's a little weird...but I know the big muscley guys don't like to have hair getting in between their buffness and the onlookers, so I guess I can sort of understand it.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 09:56 PM
Dip...naked weight? And you posted pics? I hope I get there before someone hits "notify"!
I'm still doing them every day, aside from two separate spills from the wagon. I think I've pre-made-up all the days (5 total in two spills from the wagon) and am feeling pretty good.
I am taking monthly "progress" pics, and my March 1 pic is vastly different from my Jan 1 pic. I'm diggin' it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 10:08 PM
There are clearly clothes in the pic, so let me crush your hopes and dreams right now!
But yes, now we all know she weighs naked! (But doesn't everyone? I know I do!)
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/12 10:14 PM
I weigh naked just cuz clothes can weigh different and i'm not interested in the actual number, just how much it changes/the pattern. I actually want it to go up whiel not gaining fat...so far so good. I keep meanign to remseasue my hips and tummy. I wasnt plannign to track that btu i took my measurements when i was wedding dress shopping, so I could see if they've changed at all. lol...i should measured my gut/lower tummy. It rock hard nwo but still fatty
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 01:15 PM
The only way to get meaningful numbers for comparison is weigh on a decent, zeroed, scale, naked, in the morning before eating or drinking and after any "voiding" you might need to do. But a couple of times a week is plenty.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 01:17 PM
BTW, Everybody's arm pics are great!! You guys should all really be proud! I am serious! today as you walk around or go to the gym, think of your arm and look around and compare. I think you will all be very pleased!!
Keep loading those guns!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 01:35 PM
Is it hot on the FB page or is it just me???? ::fans self::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 01:43 PM
SA MOKIN'!!
Next month....TRICEP PICTURES!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 01:49 PM
I was out way too late last night for pool league (lost 5-7 and the Blue Moons knocked me out when I got home). I could NOT get up when my alarm clock went off to get up and do my pushups, so I am going to have to work on them at lunchtime and this evening.
And I must agree with Mani. Very impressive.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 02:58 PM
Still doing them but usually only 20 to 30 per day. I'm not interested in getting any bigger!!
And yes, very impressive for all!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 03:48 PM
Is it hot on the FB page or is it just me???? ::fans self::
No, it's not just you, some of the others are pretty hot too! But at least your self confidence is encouraging!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 04:31 PM
Thanks for noticing, Matt.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 04:49 PM
Still doing them but usually only 20 to 30 per day. I'm not interested in getting any bigger!!
And yes, very impressive for all!
There is no such thing as too many pushups!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 05:51 PM
Still doing them. Keeping up with the date so will be 82 today. Can do about 50 comfortably in one set, although I try and push myself further each day.
Nice job everyone! I am continually encouraged and impressed every time I come in here and read people's updates.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 06:52 PM
Way to go PP!! That is killer!! I will bet that you have a 100 rep set in you yet!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 07:11 PM
::runs to fb for PP's photo::
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 07:52 PM
Sorry no photos because cameras mysteriously seem to break around me.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 07:55 PM
If you make sure the toilet seat isn't up when you're taking your self-pics in the bathroom, your risk of breaking the camera dramatically decreases.
Just a bit of friendly advice!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:09 PM
Oh I don't have to drop them to break them, I just need to look at them. I have a face for radio.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:27 PM
PP go look at my pic! Do you think GQ is knocking down the door for THAT face?
Purty dont count!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:32 PM
PP go look at my pic! Do you think GQ is knocking down the door for THAT face?
Purty dont count!
No joke! I'm photoshopping his head out of the picture at some point and putting Pup's on it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:37 PM
This isn't a beauty contest, it's a pushup challenge! The photos only have arms in them anyways....
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:45 PM
Matty B. Don't ever call me purty again.
Mani, if it were a beauty contest, excluding the fellas who participated, it's one good lookin' group of contestants!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:50 PM
Matty B. Don't ever call me purty again.
Mani, if it were a beauty contest, excluding the fellas who participated, it's one good lookin' group of contestants!
Hey, I just meant for fun. Don't be getting any ideas! And also, you just called me ugly! I challenge you to a game of pool! But, you have to be blindfolded.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:52 PM
We are a stunning group, aren't we??
I'm having a bad day, I've had a sweet tooth that won't quit for about a week.
So......I just went and ate a ginourmous hot fudge sundae.
And now,
I have a gut-ache.
And it feels good.
In an indulgent kind of way.
:belch:
Excuse me!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 08:59 PM
Boaty! At least cover your mouth when you do things like that! Shameful.
Everybody has those set-backs (except BBB, but he's not a real person anyway), and sometimes it's best to just indulge and get it out of your system instead of taking a tidbit here and there every time you pass someone's candy dish etc.
Last night I had a couple of pieces of a frozen pizza, an hour or so after I had my actual dinner...but I could have eaten the leftover half if I'd let myself!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 09:03 PM
That's what I figure too. Eating a piece of candy wasn't quenching it so I decided to go B I G and get sick on the richness of it. I prolly won't want anything sweet for a month!!
And BTW, I don't really burp. I find it offensive and un-ladylike.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 09:13 PM
Sure you don't...I believe you
Could always try a sugar-free, low fat frozen yogurt with some fresh fruit on it. Trick yourself into believing it's bad for you!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 09:28 PM
Heehee, the 'ice cream; in my sundae was sugar free vanilla yogurt.
Can't say much good about the hot fudge though!
Guess what??
I may have a new running partner!!!!!
*SQUEE*
::cartwheels::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 09:38 PM
Oh, well way to make yourself sound worse than you actually are!
That's awesome, having someone to go along is more motivational for both of you, safer if you're outside, and will push you to improve more. Assuming the person is of similar or slightly higher ability than yourself.
I'd run with someone, but nobody I like around here would actually do it with me!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/12 10:16 PM
I'm having a bad day, I've had a sweet tooth that won't quit for about a week.
So......I just went and ate a ginourmous hot fudge sundae.
I've been having a bad month....been buying sweets and eating ice cream every night. Last night I nuked three chocolate chip cookies to get them hot and smooshy (like me) and had at least a cup of ice cream on it. And then I got the whole half gallon...it was Tilamook Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ice cream. At least a third of the half gallon (and can it still be referred to as a half gallon if it's 1.75 QT, or is that an old person thing...like back in the day when coffee still came in three pound cans?) was wiped out, but I had three beggers that I was also indulging so it wasn't all me!
I don't know...I'm just craving sugar and fat lately. Maybe if there was an incentive...like nice weather I'd be better motivated.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 11:35 AM
Ok, so I posted last night. My wife was in the room as I was taking the picture and asked "What in the world are you doing?" When I explained that people were posting bicep pictures for the pushup challenge on Facebook she laughed at me. She did enjoy looking at everybody's pictures though. She thinks that the challenge is awesome and a great way to get all of us exercising and moving towards getting in shape.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 01:20 PM
YAY! You are doing awesome PP.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 02:14 PM
It's a theme, people's significant others laughing at them for posting their muscle pics online! I was scrolling through and she asked what I was looking at. I told her and she was like "I hope you didn't..."
Pulled up the picture and said "Look at that cannon! BOOOOM!" I didn't see it, but know she rolled her eyes at me.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 02:28 PM
@ Matt
I'm trying to figure out how to do a calf shot without the hubs's help. Could be tricky.................
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 02:39 PM
@ Matt
I'm trying to figure out how to do a calf shot without the hubs's help. Could be tricky.................
Because you don't think he'd support you showing them off to a bunch of strange compliance type people on the internet??
I'd be happy to take it, just let me know when!
My legs put my arms to shame, both in muscle definition and quantity of hair! Too bad they're so obscenely white.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 02:43 PM
That's what happens up here in the Great White North unfortunately. At least when we wear shorts in the spring we won't ever be lost at night (because of the glow from our legs)
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 02:44 PM
YAY! You are doing awesome PP.
Thanks! This has been great for getting me back to being more active.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:12 PM
Same here, PP. It's nice to have such an encouraging group of people to keep me going.
As for the white legs, I've been in Oklahoma for 11 years now, and my legs are whiter than they've ever been! The hair makes them acceptably dark in the summer time.
BTW, I posted a triceps pic. Why is nobody following me like they/we did Dip on the biceps pics? :Reads previous and does head slap: Oh yeah, she's hot.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:16 PM
Doing a shirtless pic at work is somewhere in this HR manual.....
I think they were against it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:18 PM
Yeah, that's probably the best explanation for it. I'm waiting for the calves!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:19 PM
Doing a shirtless pic at work is somewhere in this HR manual.....
I think they were against it.
I don't really support this, but if it starts a trend...it might end up being worth it!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:22 PM
Hammies and glutes, Matty Boy, hammies and glutes. I wonder who will start THAT trend.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:25 PM
I have a feeling the only ones to post those will be you and Steve, and I'm not interested!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:27 PM
You know you want to!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:28 PM
I started to suggest that everybody post their most imporved or favorite body part. But I immediately saw peril in such a suggestion!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:34 PM
I'm looking forward to my Before, After and Monthly Progress pics that I'll post all together in January.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:35 PM
Yeah...I could see that going very wrong very fast!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 03:44 PM
I started to suggest that everybody post their most imporved or favorite body part. But I immediately saw peril in such a suggestion!
Yes and yes.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 04:27 PM
That might have to be a PRIVATE private page.
Mani, wanna get that page started?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 04:31 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 04:54 PM
Oh, haven't you been invited to that yet Pup?
Awkward...
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 04:58 PM
I'm having a bad day, I've had a sweet tooth that won't quit for about a week.
So......I just went and ate a ginourmous hot fudge sundae.
I've been having a bad month....been buying sweets and eating ice cream every night. Last night I nuked three chocolate chip cookies to get them hot and smooshy (like me) and had at least a cup of ice cream on it. And then I got the whole half gallon...it was Tilamook Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ice cream. At least a third of the half gallon (and can it still be referred to as a half gallon if it's 1.75 QT, or is that an old person thing...like back in the day when coffee still came in three pound cans?) was wiped out, but I had three beggers that I was also indulging so it wasn't all me!
I don't know...I'm just craving sugar and fat lately. Maybe if there was an incentive...like nice weather I'd be better motivated. Exactly, Freak. *sigh*
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 05:37 PM
:Prepares voodoo dolls for Freak and bOatn:
Here, stick pins in these and think of the dill holes that are causing your bad day!!!
OUCH! knock it off!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 05:45 PM
<- Thinks I'd be more apt to do hammies and glutes over calves. I hate my calves.
Pecs anyone?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 06:40 PM
Are you asking to have them, work them, see them or feel them?
The distinction could be important before everyone answers!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 06:43 PM
::pokes::
Yeah, I've got a few.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 06:47 PM
:Prepares voodoo dolls for Freak and bOatn:
That just makes me think of Voodoo Donuts
Posted By: JustMe!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 06:55 PM
I have fallen off the wagon big time! Its been a few weeks since I did any push ups. My family passed around the stomach bug and then my right shoulder has started hurting. I plan on getting back on track tonight!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 07:12 PM
:Prepares voodoo dolls for Freak and bOatn:
That just makes me think of Voodoo Donuts You reeeeeeaaaaalllly need to lay off the sugar!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 07:17 PM
GnP,
I love your avitar, by the way. When I was high school, that actually happened to me (not quite to that extent). It didn't hurt, but my left bicep looked to be completely split in two. Very strange.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 07:39 PM
GnP,
I love your avitar, by the way. When I was high school, that actually happened to me (not quite to that extent). It didn't hurt, but my left bicep looked to be completely split in two. Very strange.
That's what you get for being a high school.
And what exactly are you poking Mani? Pecs??
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 07:41 PM
NP asked, I answered.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 08:13 PM
Are you asking to have them, work them, see them or feel them?
The distinction could be important before everyone answers!
Yes.
Managed 200 inclined pushups during my conference call - best I can do in my small office space. That's back on the wagon, right?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 08:20 PM
Sure, why not??
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 08:45 PM
OK, I measured myself last ngiht. In two months, I've lost one inch in my hips and 1 inch in my waist
It's nto much, but's something.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 08:50 PM
OK, I measured myself last ngiht. In two months, I've lost one inch in my hips and 1 inch in my waist
It's nto much, but's something.
::high five:: Yeah!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 08:54 PM
Ditto Mani.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/23/12 08:58 PM
That's awesome Dip! And you gained a few inches on your guns??
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 12:47 PM
Put on a tee yesterday with fitted sleeves and it was too tight on my guns.
Guess I'll have to pass that shirt down to my daughter to wear.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 02:12 PM
OK, I measured myself last ngiht. In two months, I've lost one inch in my hips and 1 inch in my waist
It's nto much, but's something.
A change of an inch is humongous!! Well Done!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 02:14 PM
Are you asking to have them, work them, see them or feel them?
The distinction could be important before everyone answers!
Yes.
Managed 200 inclined pushups during my conference call - best I can do in my small office space. That's back on the wagon, right?
As for pecs....You post 'em, we post 'em!
And yes, 200 inclines is square back on the wagon!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 02:26 PM
Kudo's to GnP!! What a great race to enter (good time too). I really want to try one of those! Maybe we can get one going in OKC!
It was a gorgeous weekend for running outside! No more white skin!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 02:34 PM
So you did a naked run?? I wouldn't put it past you. Please don't post pictures!
Last week of indoor volleyball is this week, outdoor doesn't start until May, which is a shame since it's so nice out! But, ususally it's still in the 30's or 40's when we start, so not their fault the weather is being so friendly.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 02:50 PM
So you did a naked run?? I wouldn't put it past you. Please don't post pictures!
You guys dont do that? Odd.......
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 05:36 PM
Put on a tee yesterday with fitted sleeves and it was too tight on my guns.
Guess I'll have to pass that shirt down to my daughter to wear.
Nonsense--just rip the sleeves off!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 06:14 PM
Put on a tee yesterday with fitted sleeves and it was too tight on my guns.
Guess I'll have to pass that shirt down to my daughter to wear.
Nonsense--just rip the sleeves off! With your teeth.....at lunch....and growl a lot!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 06:18 PM
Got mine in this weekend but I have to really break them up now.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 06:32 PM
Got mine in this weekend but I have to really break them up now.
You got teeth this weekend? Whose were those you had a the German restaraunt!?!? :0
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 06:41 PM
Put on a tee yesterday with fitted sleeves and it was too tight on my guns.
Guess I'll have to pass that shirt down to my daughter to wear.
Nonsense--just rip the sleeves off! With your teeth.....at lunch....and growl a lot!
"NotPerfect MAD!"
\end_Hulk_voice
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 07:04 PM
Got mine in this weekend but I have to really break them up now.
You got teeth this weekend? Whose were those you had a the German restaraunt!?!? :0
CheekEE to TJ: Awrite, Paw!
tj to CheekEE: And the outhouse can use a new corncob! Cheekee to tj: Agin???? I ain't got but one toof.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 07:54 PM
Put on a tee yesterday with fitted sleeves and it was too tight on my guns.
Guess I'll have to pass that shirt down to my daughter to wear.
Nonsense--just rip the sleeves off! With your teeth.....at lunch....and growl a lot!
"NotPerfect MAD!"
\end_Hulk_voice
Try to wear something that goes with green......
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 08:28 PM
That convo still has me laughing uncontrollably.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 08:54 PM
That convo still has me laughing uncontrollably.
Ok, well you should stop now. Because the other people around you dont know what you are lauhing at and will call people to come take you away.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 09:02 PM
Ha ha hee hee ho ho... to the funny farm, where life is good all the time!
Hey, that sounds pretty good! Send the men in white coats over here to pick me up on the way back to the farm, mani!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 09:09 PM
Dr Demento to the rescue!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 09:20 PM
I'm scared that the same thing popped into my head when I read the part about the funny farm. People with this many decades between them shouldn't have common pop culture references, it's too creepy!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 09:44 PM
You callin' us old, Matt? Get off my lawn, you young whippersnapper! Get a haircut!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/12 09:47 PM
No no, we can both call BBB old, I'm not talking about you! He's in his late 80's according to him.
Also, I just got a cut last week, so calm down or I'll have to make a call and they'll be coming to take you away!
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 01:11 PM
No pushups but got out this past Sunday afternoon at our local state park and hiked all afternoon. It was such a beautiful day! The woods were filled with pink honeysuckle, butterflies everywhere. It was great!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 01:35 PM
Next time, get down really close to the honeysuckle! Its smells great and while your down there you can do a pushup!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 01:40 PM
You callin' us old, Matt? Get off my lawn, you young whippersnapper! Get a haircut!
I'll put him on the back of my motorcycle and see who screams like a 10 year old girl first. I figure he'll be good to about 130mph.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 01:48 PM
Me next! Me next!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:01 PM
You callin' us old, Matt? Get off my lawn, you young whippersnapper! Get a haircut!
I'll put him on the back of my motorcycle and see who screams like a 10 year old girl first. I figure he'll be good to about 130mph.
With you as a wind/bug block, I probably wouldn't even realize we were moving! :Cues up Danger Zone: Bring it on!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:33 PM
Mani,
Hop on....I rode in this morning....again.
And my bike is faster.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:46 PM
how YOU doin?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:48 PM
A little windblown. Thanks for askin'.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:49 PM
Surely you're not talking about your hair being windblown...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:52 PM
Does it matter that I have no balance whatsoever? As in, I run into walls and fall down for no reason. A lot.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:55 PM
Not at all. I'll do all the balancing. You just hold on tight.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 02:56 PM
Does it matter that I have no balance whatsoever? As in, I run into walls and fall down for no reason. A lot.
I am constantly amazed at my lack of balance when walking/running/standing/etc. But yet put me on the back of a horse and I'm perfectly centered.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:03 PM
Thank goodness I'm not the only one. I'm amazed I even stay on the treadmill when running.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:03 PM
Does it matter that I have no balance whatsoever? As in, I run into walls and fall down for no reason. A lot.
Stop drinking your breakfast and you might see different results
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:12 PM
If only.........................
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:15 PM
Thank goodness I'm not the only one. I'm amazed I even stay on the treadmill when running.
I'm all over the treadmill, bouncing off the sides. It's sad.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:50 PM
I think Manni and Jen should probably wear helments while on the treadmill...
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:51 PM
I feel your pain. I have fallen off the tredmill and hit the pavement a couple times on my long runs. That is why I got a Road ID for Christmans. They way they know who to call when I go splat.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:52 PM
I have a Road ID as well.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 03:54 PM
Thank goodness I'm not the only one. I'm amazed I even stay on the treadmill when running.
I'm all over the treadmill, bouncing off the sides. It's sad.
I still think you need a Ducati! Just think of it as a steel horse!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 04:06 PM
I think Manni and Jen should probably wear helments while on the treadmill...
The hubs would agree with you, then make me wear it all the time.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 04:08 PM
Maybe that was the deal with Darth Vader. Just didnt walk well and needed the helmet. Cape probably didnt help much.....
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 04:08 PM
I have a Road ID too since I run and bike alone. As long as my right arm stays attached or remains relatively close to the rest of my carcass, they will at least know who to call. I even wear it when I travel.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 04:24 PM
I have my name on the band of my underwear (not Calvin Klein). Problem solved.
No, not really, but since I'm in the basement at work most of the time, I figure that they'd at least know who I was before they chose to ignore my corpse laying on the floor.
When I'm at the park I usually go to, I have my car key and figure that will lead them back to my car (which they can then steal). I should probably do something more, but since I'm young and invincible, I don't think much about such things.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 04:35 PM
Must be the Spiderman underwear.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 04:50 PM
I'm a super hero on my own, I don't need the underwear to prove it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 04:52 PM
::claps for Matt::
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 05:28 PM
::claps for Matt::
Clap? Matt? Probably from eating unwashed fruit
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 05:32 PM
Nope, that may be the source of my invincibility though!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:05 PM
"But I'm invincible!"
"You're a looney."
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:16 PM
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:26 PM
I thought that I was invincible a few years ago - about 8 weeks before my first full marathon. Then one night I found myself in the ER asking if DR. Kevorkian was on call. Gallstones showed me very quickly that I was not invincible and that the unexpected can happen at any moment. Within 3 days I was in the operating room having my gall bladder removed, proving to me that parts of me at least were/are not invincible.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:30 PM
Mani gave me the clap??! Great. Go figure!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:31 PM
I thought that I was invincible a few years ago - about 8 weeks before my first full marathon. Then one night I found myself in the ER asking if DR. Kevorkian was on call. Gallstones showed me very quickly that I was not invincible and that the unexpected can happen at any moment. Within 3 days I was in the operating room having my gall bladder removed, proving to me that parts of me at least were/are not invincible.
In other words, you got rid of your vulnerability, and now you're back to being invincible!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:31 PM
I'm going to stick with the Road ID. Otherwise somebody would be calling the Daily Planet to explain me laying on the ground and alot of time would be wasted looking for kryptonite....
Seriously, the Road ID is a great idea.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:33 PM
Mani gave me the clap??! Great. Go figure!
Rumors...
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/12 06:50 PM
I thought that I was invincible a few years ago - about 8 weeks before my first full marathon. Then one night I found myself in the ER asking if DR. Kevorkian was on call. Gallstones showed me very quickly that I was not invincible and that the unexpected can happen at any moment. Within 3 days I was in the operating room having my gall bladder removed, proving to me that parts of me at least were/are not invincible.
I had mine removed the summer before senior year of college so thankfully I won't have to worry about that during the marathon.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 12:48 PM
Today I am wearing a 36" waist pair of jeans. I do not believe I have worn 36" jeans since my junior high days.
Today is a good day.
Thank you to all on here who provide encouragement and inspiration. You are all making a difference.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 12:56 PM
Seeing the chiro tonight for an adjustment and a massage on my neck and shoulders. Should be good to go after that. Now. . . just need to figure out what I did to get that kink in the neck in the first place.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 01:11 PM
Today I am wearing a 36" waist pair of jeans. I do not believe I have worn 36" jeans since my junior high days.
Today is a good day.
Thank you to all on here who provide encouragement and inspiration. You are all making a difference.
Way to go!!! That's awesome!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 01:59 PM
Today I am wearing a 36" waist pair of jeans. I do not believe I have worn 36" jeans since my junior high days.
Today is a good day.
Thank you to all on here who provide encouragement and inspiration. You are all making a difference.
It's a great feeling, isn't it? Learn from my mistake, don't run out and buy new jeans to celebrate, in another month or two they won't fit either!
Soon your arms will be bigger around than your waist! (if not already, based on the size of those cannons
)
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 02:25 PM
It will be awhile before that happens.
Goodwill is a great place to get the interim jeans like these. Low prices and I won't feel bad if they are too big in a little while.
And yes it is a great feeling. I have more energy and am enjoying things more.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 02:32 PM
Yeah, wish I'd gone that route. Instead I went out and bought a nice pair and they ended up at Goodwill for someone else to enjoy!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 02:44 PM
You all have no idea how much you drive and inspire me! Whats more is, you will never know how many people you see (and that see you) on a day to day basis, that you are having an impact on!
I am quite serious! As you are changing your own life, you are benefiting others! And everyone has heard me say before, you teach (especially your children) whether you want to or not. So teach something good!!
You all are a real inspiration! Keep it up!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 02:52 PM
I wish it was more the case to be honest. I'm surrounded by people that are looking for the quick fix and I'm getting a little tired of preaching to them that they're going to be disappointed in the end.
The new rage around here is the Advocare 24-day challenge. A bunch of "vitamins", a diet plan (that's actually fairly well rounded and probably responsible for most of the results), special energy drinks that are basically just a bunch of caffeine...
People are losing 5-10 pounds in the first week, up to 25 or so during the process. I've done some research on it, seeking to find something to show them to scare them out of it, but there's not much info out there on it at all (which scares me). Apparently it's been around for 20ish years, but that tells me it can't be that great or people wouldn't be just discovering it still. It works off the same principle as the jewelry or tupperwear parties, with a person roping in all their friends then selling them on using the product. So you have someone with no knowledge beyond a sales manual giving nutrition tips and acting as an expert while distributing pills that don't have any business doing so. It's infuriating and I hope that they gain back every bit that they lose as soon as they stop taking all the carp. (little bit of a rant, I know, but I hear about the stuff every day and it's been making me mad!)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:02 PM
Diet pills scare me.
I hate the word "Diet" too. Heathly eating should be a lifelong thing, not a 3-month crash course.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:07 PM
I will leave the BOL approved Smiley off this post.
What you are doing is hard work (and few things in life are easy).
You can not get the benefits of exercise and proper diet in a bottle.
It works off the same principle as the jewelry or tupperwear parties is a great analogy. It may look good in the short term but is there realy any long term benefit.
One by one all the performence enhancement drugs have been proven to be more harmful than good. See steriods and work your way up the list.
Keep up the good work. And don't let the nonsence get to you.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:10 PM
Well said EdAudit! It's not supposed to be easy, if it were we'd all look like models and athletes!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:13 PM
Well said EdAudit! It's not supposed to be easy, if it were we'd all look like models and athletes!
We are not?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:22 PM
Well said EdAudit! It's not supposed to be easy, if it were we'd all look like models and athletes!
We can be model citizens and athletic supporters at least! (as in fans of athletics, not the accessory item!)
Posted By: CountryGal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:24 PM
MattB - We have the same rage going on here. All I hear about is Advocare. People are paying $250 for the 24 day plan including the pills, drinks, etc. But then get roped into continuing to pay more after the 24 days for the pills and drinks. It's a lot cheaper to just go run, work outside around the house, any kind of physical activity and eating healthy. I don't see why all of these people get roped into the quick weight loss to just gain it all back plus more. I just quit preaching about it and laugh when 3 months down the road all of the ladies that talk so much about it gained all of the weight back. Yea it's taking me awhile to lose the weight I want to but I know I'm at least trying to work it off the right way and keep it off.
Now if I could just give up beer I'd do a lot better!!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:30 PM
Because it's easier to give up money for a quick fix than to do the hard work for a real gain.
People just don't want to understand that to be healthy, you need a healthy life style, a permanent change in how you look at things.
If this program gets someone motivated with results and they then go off and start doing things to keep the weight off...well maybe it's worth it, but I don't expect that will be the case for most of them. You can get a gym membership and time with a personal trainer (even a hot one if you want!) for less than that per month, I guarantee it!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:37 PM
The big one around here is Body by Vi. It is a shake system that costs around $250 per month initially. I have always thought that changing eating habits and getting moving were the best, although it is not always easy for me to get and stay motivated which is where having this community is such a help.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:47 PM
I've seen that one advertised around town a bit as well.
We've had an explosion of work-out places in the last few months, not sure if that's been happening a lot of places or if it's just something weird going on here. We've got Farrel's, Crossfit, Max10, Kosama, and at least a couple of others that have all set up shop in the last year or so.
They're all the intense workout type programs, the boot camp type stuff etc. Cardio, resistance bands, kettle bells, all of that stuff. It's interesting to see how many people around here are trying them out. It'll also be interesting to see how many are still around by the end of the year.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 03:59 PM
I keep seeing Crossfit gyms popping up everywhere. Looks like boot camp on steroids! (Of course, part of me is just jealous I can't do all that stuff, and can't afford to go there.)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:12 PM
Crossfit works. So does Les Mills Pump. SO does running and TRX and power bands and yoga and even the stupid Total Gym! But only if you do them!
If it keeps you interested and active go for it! If doing a cleanse helps get you started! Great! But lasting results is all about consistency. Eat well most of the time, work out on a regular basis and you will do fine.
If want to take it to an extreme (Jen, TJ
), Go for it! Thats great too.
But plan on it for life and thats what you'll get!
Like I say, you can exsist on a couch, but you cant
live on it!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:14 PM
Crossfit works. So does Les Mills Pump. SO does running and TRX and power bands and yoga and even the stupid Total Gym! But only if you do them!
Even the exercise bike works as a clothes rack
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:17 PM
Ab-rocker does not work, either does ab-lounge. (though the lounge can be used as a hammock!)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:23 PM
I really need to raid the in-laws basement. They have 90% of the stuff you all mentioned gathering dust as we speak...
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:28 PM
I really need to raid the in-laws basement. They have 90% of the stuff you all mentioned gathering dust as we speak...
Run of of closet space?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:31 PM
And crawl space....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:34 PM
Hopefully Jen and TJ aren't among that 90%!
We have several things in our workout room here that were the "as seen on tv" type contraptions that people bought for themselves and ended up donating them to the cause here (but it just ends up sitting in a corner getting dusty without it costing rent!).
But, it's given me some resistance bands and other things to work in to various routines, so it's worked out in that respect!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:41 PM
I do love my resistance bands. They are starting to wear, but I still use them!!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 04:57 PM
Seriously, the Road ID is a great idea.
I ordered one yesterday!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 05:02 PM
Can now picture customer tring to open account with nothing but a Road ID.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 05:13 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 06:08 PM
Had an 18 year old Private try to use his dog tags as ID once.....ummmm...no.
One "As seen on TV" gizmo I actually like is the "Ab Wheel". A wheel or pair of wheels with a simple handle or axle through the middle. It really works the entire range of abdominal muscles, obliques and seratus!
There is one caveat. You kind of need strong abs and a good back. Otherwise you could get a boo boo.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 06:17 PM
Had an 18 year old Private try to use his dog tags as ID once.....ummmm...no.
One "As seen on TV" gizmo I actually like is the "Ab Wheel". A wheel or pair of wheels with a simple handle or axle through the middle. It really works the entire range of abdominal muscles, obliques and seratus!
There is one caveat. You kind of need strong abs and a good back. Otherwise you could get a boo boo.
Saw on a CTR a week ago under the identification section, Other: Gun Permit. Cracked up! They filled out the DL stuff too, but I don't know why they thought that was relevant or acceptable...(Training issue?)
And on the ab wheel, you can also run around with that as your front wheel and "ride" it down a flight of stairs. You may be able to picture something like this in your head, I promise it's more hilarious in reality! Muscles are kind of like money...it's easier to get more when you already have some!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/12 06:36 PM
[quote=Bankbb1] Muscles are kind of like money...it's easier to get more when you already have some!
There's a tshirt in that somewhere!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 03:00 PM
88 pushups.....fartniggle!!! There will be two sets of pushups coming to a floor near me soon! That smarts!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 03:14 PM
Nonsense. That's four sets with a good break between each one.
Oh, you mean for YOU. LOL.
I'll be doing mine this afternoon and evening.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 03:58 PM
Got all the rules and junk for the race Saturday, I'm not as excited as I originally was. It really seems much more tailored to the "have fun and don't worry about time" type participants. The three events are time blocked, not consecutive, so there's periods of rest in between. The tire flip isn't 25 yards down and back, it's just one length for each person. The cement block carry thing requires you arrange them with the painted side up to make a picture. The 5k run is done at the same time as the people just doing the 5k run/walk event, so many more people, and all four people have to be within 50 yards of each other for the duration.
I don't think it will be near as challenging as I was hoping for, but am trying to get to a "fun" mentality about it now!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 05:13 PM
Have fun by pushing the slow walkers down.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 05:22 PM
Make sure you yell nonsensically at them as well while you step over their bodies.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 05:29 PM
I did a 10k run one time that had 5k walkers as well. We were near the finish when I came up behind a group of 4 girls walking side by side taking up the entire one lane dirt road, oblivious to the fact that I was behind them. They apparently had no clue what "On your left" meant. I wedged my sweaty self between them and got dirty looks, but I did finish second in my age group
It kills me the people who either walk down the middle of the side walk or who walk side by side down the side walk and refuse to give me room to run past. It's one thing if I run up behind them, but some of them walking towards me do the same thing.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 05:35 PM
I'd be sure to edge the walker out just enough to catch your shoe as you went past. ::evil smiley::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 05:38 PM
And throw an elbow!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 05:52 PM
I always announce "on your left". I get slightly annoyed when running, but down right pissy when on the bike.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 05:54 PM
I did a 10k run one time that had 5k walkers as well. We were near the finish when I came up behind a group of 4 girls walking side by side taking up the entire one lane dirt road, oblivious to the fact that I was behind them. They apparently had no clue what "On your left" meant. I wedged my sweaty self between them and got dirty looks, but I did finish second in my age group
It kills me the people who either walk down the middle of the side walk or who walk side by side down the side walk and refuse to give me room to run past. It's one thing if I run up behind them, but some of them walking towards me do the same thing.
No kidding! No trail/sidewalk ettiquite. I know stepping into the grass is tough, but it's a lot less dangerous when walking then running. If I break an ankle because you're an inconsiderate jack rabbit, I'm going to hobble up to you and shake my sweat-soaked hair all up in your face!
Hopefully they instruct walkers to stay in the back and put the runners up front, but that still puts a lot of those that are just running in the way of the rest of us. Oh well I guess. I'm running with people that don't run, so I might as well not worry about my starting placement.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 06:21 PM
all four people have to be within 50 yards of each other for the duration.
Are you going to be tied together or something?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 07:06 PM
I hope so! That would add a totally different level of difficulty (hilarity) if all 4 people were bungee-corded together! I'm going to suggest that.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 07:24 PM
I love it when you try to warn someone you are coming up behind them and they have their earbuds in. I always buzz by extra close just to scare the carp out of them.
Then there's the people with their dogs on a 20 foot leash that have no control over them. I almost punted a little white fur ball dog the other night that came charging at my ankle.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 07:28 PM
Then there's the people with their dogs on a 20 foot leash that have no control over them. I almost punted a little white fur ball dog the other night that came charging at my ankle.
My biggest peeve.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 07:32 PM
Then there's the people with their dogs on a 20 foot leash that have no control over them. I almost punted a little white fur ball dog the other night that came charging at my ankle.
My biggest peeve.
People punting little white fur balls or just little white fur balls?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 07:37 PM
People with dogs on retractable leashes with no control over them.
No comment on the little furballs on behalf of Pup and GnP.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/12 07:43 PM
Oh I've got my rant on long leashes/uncontrolled pets too.
Basically just a lack of consideration for other people in general. But that applies on any sidewalk, road, public restroom, eating establishment, etc., etc.
I always have my headphones on, but always low enough to hear what's around me and greet people on the trails. The other night it was so freaking windy, even at full blast I could hardly hear my CCR! Nobody else was out, so I was fine having it all the way up.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 12:04 PM
Its pretty easy really, just carry on loud and obscene arguments with somebody that obviously isnt there and apologize to people around you for the behavior of the other person as you pass them..... "he's always just been this way...."
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 03:36 PM
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 07:08 PM
Ok, I think I may have reached my upper limit on pushups. I did half of them this morning in two sets, and my arms and shoulders feel like painful blocks of wood hanging by my sides. Typing hurts. I may not be able to do the other half tonight. Unless you people can motivate me... (hint, hint).
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 07:15 PM
Of course you can do it! You already did the first half! ANd you have the rest of the day! I always look at it this way, if my 78 year old father can manage it, so can I! All of them together will only take a few minutes out of your life. Whats a few minutes? You know you'll be happier at your next eval if you do it!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 08:52 PM
The website isn't working (or we have it blocked for some unknown and very strange reason), but the annual Tour de Meers cycling event is being held here Saturday, May 26.
I will be riding, possibly in a group, but I don't know the distance yet. Options are 10, 22, 30, 57 and 62 miles through the "mountains" (big, spiky hills) and through the wildlife refuge here.
If anyone wants to join me, let me know.
If not, wish me luck.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 09:34 PM
Oooooooo awesome Pup!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 10:23 PM
Luck to Pup!
Motivation to BS!
And to B^3, how are you older than your dad??
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/30/12 10:38 PM
Thanks, TripleB and Matt! I'll try.
Have a great weekend, everyone.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 02:14 PM
Luck to Pup!
Motivation to BS!
And to B^3, how are you older than your dad??
Its an immortal thing.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 02:18 PM
The website isn't working (or we have it blocked for some unknown and very strange reason), but the annual Tour de Meers cycling event is being held here Saturday, May 26.
I will be riding, possibly in a group, but I don't know the distance yet. Options are 10, 22, 30, 57 and 62 miles through the "mountains" (big, spiky hills) and through the wildlife refuge here.
If anyone wants to join me, let me know.
If not, wish me luck.
It is awesome terrain for a race people! It may be really super green too after the fires from last year! Pup, I still dont have anything with two wheels that doesnt have an engine in between. I do, however, have several friends that are planning on the race!
Good luck buddy!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 02:28 PM
I'll take your word for it. You're too scary to question!
Also, 120 pound tires are a complete joke. I think I could have used it as a hoola-hoop and sprinted down the lane with it! If anything, it was harder to control because it wanted to wobble and roll all over the dang place!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 02:33 PM
Its an immortal thing.
^^^ part lycan
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 02:38 PM
Its an immortal thing.
^^^ part lycan
Woof!
Matt, I'm glad you prepared for the big ones! Prolly looked like a stud flipping tires trough the air!
How's your team mate?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 02:50 PM
I don't know, it was pretty clumsy actually. It was really windy, the lanes were set up on a sandy/gravely parking lot, left a lot to be desired from a safety perspective when you're sprinting and stopping suddenly.
He's doing fine, between the hydrocodone and light-work order. Hopefully it'll be a quick recovery, not a ton you can do about it though. He drives a stick, and his break is on the right side, so hopefully it won't be an issue! Not sure he'll let us drag him into it next year though
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 04:43 PM
Note to self - Dont fall down.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 04:49 PM
A better note, when holding a block of cement 1/4th your own body weight, expect that it will throw you off balance if you run faster than your body is prepared to handle. Or, hold the thing to your chest and not out in front of you like it's a dirty diaper!
Then you won't have to worry about falling
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 05:35 PM
Use the "Atlas Stone" carry for very heavy. Or over the shoulder for your weight or less.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:00 PM
Noted! So, carrying it on my head like a basket of fruit was a bad idea...oh well!
Also, it could be considered an insult to carry a woman in the "traditional" fashion (which is fairly similar to the Atlas Stone style) across the threshold on the wedding night and it's in my best interest to throw her over my shoulder. Would you agree?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:18 PM
Noted! So, carrying it on my head like a basket of fruit was a bad idea...oh well!
Also, it could be considered an insult to carry a woman in the "traditional" fashion (which is fairly similar to the Atlas Stone style) across the threshold on the wedding night and it's in my best interest to throw her over my shoulder. Would you agree?
Level of sobriety, your bride's personal fascination with cave mannery and how far you plan to run while carryiing her, could all factor in. Along with whether or not you planned on sharing the same bed as her!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:22 PM
Crossfit works. So does Les Mills Pump.
Oh! I think that's the class I started doign now at 24 hour fitness... I think it's called "Leslie Mills BodyPUMP." I've been doing their bootcamp class for the last two months or so and decided to try the body pump class so I can fit an extra class in each week. You use lower weights btu do more reps to music, really building resistance ( some reps slow, some faster). OMG, I woudl have thought it woudl be easier than it was after doing boot camp, but I was so sore and couldn't even do all the reps on some of the stuff. So I gave up boot camp compeltely and signed up for Tuesday and Thursday Body pump classes for the month of April (during my work lunch, ha, I look liek carp those days!). I am two classes in and both were hard and left em super sore. But the teacher did say you get more results from this class than the boot camp
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:25 PM
Noted! So, carrying it on my head like a basket of fruit was a bad idea...oh well!
Also, it could be considered an insult to carry a woman in the "traditional" fashion (which is fairly similar to the Atlas Stone style) across the threshold on the wedding night and it's in my best interest to throw her over my shoulder. Would you agree?
Level of sobriety, your bride's personal fascination with cave mannery and how far you plan to run while carryiing her, could all factor in. Along with whether or not you planned on sharing the same bed as her!
Please see the smut literature thread.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:25 PM
http://www.lesmills.com/westcoast/bodypump/bodypump-group-fitness-class.aspxOK, it's just Les Mills, nto Leslie (derrrr). But yeah, thsi is a link to the class. Looks liek you can search to see which gyms offer it. Also, I think the songs they choreograph the reps to change on occassion. Tuesday's music was way awesome btu they talked abotu hwo it was changing for the next class since peopel might be tired of it. Didn't liek Thursdays music much so already lookign forward to what it will be next.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:30 PM
Its very effective Dip! Stick with it and I think you'll like it. Or at least the results!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:30 PM
Please see the smut literature thread.
If that's what it's about, it needs to be titled as such! Otherwise, I just ignore it as something I know nothing about.
After further thought, if I carried her in over my shoulder, she'd most likely be hitting me in the head repeatedly. I don't need any more of that.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:37 PM
Its very effective Dip! Stick with it and I think you'll like it. Or at least the results!
I love it so far, and I love that everyone can do the same stuff but at their limit (higher or lower weights as moves are easier or harder for you).
One thign I';ve noticed as I've been working out since end of January....pushups aren't bothering my wrists liek they used too, so I can do them in the class with my hands flat on the ground now. Unexpected benefit of exercise
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:37 PM
[quote=manimal]After further thought, if I carried her in over my shoulder, she'd most likely be hitting me in the head repeatedly. I don't need any more of that.
That would be the part about how much she is into cave mannery......
most really arent. At least not in their wedding dress.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:40 PM
Depends, is it leopard print?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 06:53 PM
Depends, is it leopard print?
Not on the outside...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 07:13 PM
::holds back inappropriate response::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 07:23 PM
::holds back inappropriate response::
Cat's got your tongue?? Very odd.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 07:25 PM
::holds back inappropriate response::
Business Cat's got your tongue?? Very odd.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 07:30 PM
We just had our annual "business cat has your tongue meeting"!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 07:35 PM
::stalks Mighty Mouse::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 07:38 PM
I'm guessing Mighty Mouse could even halt the break-neck speed of Monorail Cat. I'm not sure Business Cat has what it takes in this situation.
Also, how 'bout them push-ups?? Getting close to 100!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 10:48 PM
Haven't done mine today and likely will not have the chance to, but I'd been over 100 the last 3 days and have a lot thrown in with them, so I feel okay about it. Plus, I took my March "during" photos, and the difference between Jan 1 and April 1 makes me happy.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/12 11:06 PM
Matt - you rock, throwing tires and cement blocks all over the place like they were matchsticks!
Pup - you rock with being over 100 pushups early!!!
I am (just barely) keeping up with the pushups in 4 or 5 sets scattered through my day. Never would have thought I could do that many. My wrists and shoulders get sore and yell at me but I ignore them and keep on plugging away! The crunches are hurting me much more, but my waistline is getting smaller by the week so hooray for crunches.
Ok, I need to stop typing and start driving to the gym. My trainer likes me to be there 15 minutes early and on the dreadmill warming up or she gets this sad, disappointed look on her face, and with my Catholic upbringing, guilt works on me!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 11:31 AM
I was told yesterday that I run wrong when I went shopping for naturalist shoes.
They showed me how I am *suppose* to run and it feels odd. (I take too long of strides and I heel strike.) Can I get a running tutor to re-teach me?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 12:29 PM
"I was told yesterday that I run wrong when I went shopping for naturalist shoes."
Why don't you run they way that you usualy run when not shopping for naturalist shoes.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 12:37 PM
I've always been intrigued at how someone can tell you that you run incorrectly. A certain amount of coaching can help, but honestly everyone runs a little bit differently and what works for one person does not work for another. That is why they make different styles of shoes for different running styles and physical make-ups. I remember running a 10k one time and I swear the girl running about 50 yards in front of me had the weirdest stride I have ever seen. You would not have dared to run within 2 feet to either side or you would have gotten kicked. After thinking about it though, she WAS in front of me so obviously it was working for her.
I have heard the debate made by forefoot strikers that it is more natural and that minimalist shoes are the greatest thing ever. They also think that traditional shoes are the devil reincarnated. Truth is a lot of people are not physically capable of wearing minimalist shoes or running with a forefoot strike.
At one time, I found a brand of shoes that fit my running style and made me run considerably faster. They were light weight and had minimal cushioning. They were great. Until I upped my mileage while training for a marathon. They did not absorb the shock of running 70+ miles every week and I was feeling soreness in my joints and feet. Those shoes were great to a point, but because my circumstances had changed, I needed to change shoes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 01:52 PM
Matt - you rock, throwing tires and cement blocks all over the place like they were matchsticks!
Pup - you rock with being over 100 pushups early!!!
I am (just barely) keeping up with the pushups in 4 or 5 sets scattered through my day. Never would have thought I could do that many. My wrists and shoulders get sore and yell at me but I ignore them and keep on plugging away! The crunches are hurting me much more, but my waistline is getting smaller by the week so hooray for crunches.
Ok, I need to stop typing and start driving to the gym. My trainer likes me to be there 15 minutes early and on the dreadmill warming up or she gets this sad, disappointed look on her face, and with my Catholic upbringing, guilt works on me!
Use your internal motivation, and don't make that trainer sad, or else!
You're doing an awesome job of making it a part of your daily routine, and not letting a little thing like soreness get in the way of your successes.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 02:33 PM
I'm with TJ!! There are always things you can do to conserve motion and energy, but how you run, is how you run. I have tried the chi running style and it definitely helped me get back into running, but if I really want to run, I put on my Asics and I run my normal stride. Better running shops will help you find the right shoes for how you run, not sell you a shoe and tell you how to run in it.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 02:43 PM
The running store I am training with offered a free "smooth running clinic" which I thought really helped me. One thing it brought to my attention was that when I get tired my arms kind of go in wacky swing directions. Now when I feel myself getting tired I focus on swinging my arms correctly and using them effecently.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 02:48 PM
I like that VWgirl! I would think that arm swinging motions are probably much easier to alter than the natural running motion of your feet/ankles/knees/hips.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 02:53 PM
Proper core strength has done more for my running form than anything. Dont neglect it!
Also...have someone take pictures of you running, mile 10 of a half marathon is a great place. You will see immediatly where your issues are!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 02:55 PM
Some people have "high hands", some have low. Some have a "quiet head" others look like a bobble head. Some can keep their stride in a dead straight line, some look like a Woody from toy story....
You can always inprove your stride, but trying to do major alterations can be counter productive and even harmful. If you have wasted motion, try to reduce it (those clinics are great for that), but little bits at a time.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:06 PM
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:12 PM
I like to flail my arms wildly to the side near the finish to a race, it discourages people from passing me. I think i NASCAR they call it blocking.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:15 PM
I like to flail my arms wildly to the side near the finish to a race, it discourages people from passing me. I think i NASCAR they call it blocking.
you should try some bump drafting
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:19 PM
I like to flail my arms wildly to the side near the finish to a race, it discourages people from passing me. I think i NASCAR they call it blocking.
you should try some bump drafting
Not that i would ever be in front of you, but if I am....dont do that!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:24 PM
Beware, drafting women may get you in trouble
I've never had anyone analyze my stride on purpose, but through the years of track and cross-country, I got plenty of tips. The one that I constantly fight...my mouth is closed most of the time. No matter how often I think about it, I still find my mouth shut and often my jaw clenched. This is after a mile or two, once my breathing has settled in, and I'm no longer gulping for air of course. I chew gum when I run, to help with the cotton mouth, but often times it just ends up sitting idle.
Probably because I get so mad when I run. I also turn red, sometimes I feel compelled to randomly scream. I may have issues, or it could be a side-effect of the supplements, who knows!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:33 PM
Matt, you don't turn green and find your shirts shredded and hanging off of you, do you?
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:42 PM
For BankBB... I'd like to see you do this!
http://9gag.com/gag/3689845
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:42 PM
Shirts? What shirts?? I do have purple shorts though...
Probably just a coincidence though. Nobody out there would consider me huge, so I'm pretty sure that's not the case.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:44 PM
Blocked as "Tasteless and Offensive"! Now I must see!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:50 PM
LOL! I'll see what I can do about that!! Look for a post on the pushup challenge!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:57 PM
::waits for pushup muffin basket to arrive::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:59 PM
::waits for pushup muffin basket to arrive::
Something about that just sounds wrong.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 03:59 PM
LOL! I'll see what I can do about that!! Look for a post on the pushup challenge!
I will nto be held liable for any injury resulting from this
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 04:08 PM
LOL! I'll see what I can do about that!! Look for a post on the pushup challenge!
I will nto be held liable for any injury resulting from this
I promise, I will take it easy on the dough!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 05:04 PM
My husband told me I ran funny, but since it was coming from him, I usually ignored it.
The first shoe store that I went to looked at my running style and gave me a pretty good shoe. Now that I've stuck with running for over a year (new PR for me, I've been noticing aches and pains and my doctor mentioned a minimalist shoe. That's why I went out shopping for a new shoe. Will try this for a bit and see how it works for me. Should probably also consider getting my gait looked at - my health care provider offers this service.
I'm just looking to avoid injuries as much as I can without resorting to becoming a couch potato.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 05:09 PM
My daughter's track coaches say she runs flat footed. They teach them to run on their toes for sprinting which she is struggling with. I have encouraged her to run distance, but she has resisted. She has the endurance for it, but not the ambition.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 05:15 PM
She has the endurance for it, but not the ambition.
I have this same problem! If you find a way to get her past that, let me know. So far, my only motivation is that I need things to do that don't involve reading depressing stuff or hearing about weddings, or how cute someone else's kid is and why don't I want like a dozen of those??!
Long distance running: For when the rest of life is actually more boring than running is!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 05:16 PM
My husband told me I ran funny, but since it was coming from him, I usually ignored it.
I have encouraged her to run distance, but she has resisted
Same with daughters.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 05:27 PM
My husband told me I ran funny, but since it was coming from him, I usually ignored it.
The first shoe store that I went to looked at my running style and gave me a pretty good shoe. Now that I've stuck with running for over a year (new PR for me, I've been noticing aches and pains and my doctor mentioned a minimalist shoe. That's why I went out shopping for a new shoe. Will try this for a bit and see how it works for me. Should probably also consider getting my gait looked at - my health care provider offers this service.
I'm just looking to avoid injuries as much as I can without resorting to becoming a couch potato.
I have minimalist shoes and even 5 fingers (which I love), but If I am really going to run, I go back to my Asics Kayano's or 2170's everytime! Which makes them right for my feet, not yours.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 06:13 PM
My daughter's track coaches say she runs flat footed. They teach them to run on their toes for sprinting which she is struggling with. I have encouraged her to run distance, but she has resisted. She has the endurance for it, but not the ambition.
As a flat-footed person, I can identify with that. Even tip-toing feels like falling forward to me.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 06:19 PM
My daughter's track coaches say she runs flat footed. They teach them to run on their toes for sprinting which she is struggling with. I have encouraged her to run distance, but she has resisted. She has the endurance for it, but not the ambition.
Perhaps she just hasn't found the right boy interested in long distance running yet.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 06:53 PM
My daughter's track coaches say she runs flat footed. They teach them to run on their toes for sprinting which she is struggling with. I have encouraged her to run distance, but she has resisted. She has the endurance for it, but not the ambition.
Perhaps she just hasn't found the right boy interested in long distance running yet.
Jay! You're going to give Thomas more involuntary eye twitches!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 07:39 PM
As a flat-footed person, I can identify with that. Even tip-toing feels like falling forward to me.
Are you sure you're not just missing the part of your inner-ear that allows the rest of us to balance? I'm beginning to think you're only safe when sitting down, preferrably with chair arms on either side, and maybe a bar that comes down in front of you like on an amusement park ride!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 07:41 PM
The sad part is... you're probably right.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 08:06 PM
The sad part is... you're probably right.
I generally am, it's only when I'm at work that nobody seems to understand this fact.
Posted By: DEL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 08:16 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/03/12 09:06 PM
Marathons:
For when your general is too damn lazy to run to Athens himself!
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 12:36 AM
Brooks Adreneline running shoes, started on version 4 and am now on version 12, so 8 years of them, love these shoes. If not these, next choice would be Mizuno Wave Riders. But I need a stability based shoe as I'm an over-pronator.
Cleats - Adidas all the way, turf and studs...
Cranked off 150 push ups last night, 3 sets of 50...way ahead of schedule.
Tried to do a 1-arm push up and forgot to spread my feet...i looked like a drunk tripod...and fell right over
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 01:33 PM
Tried to do a 1-arm push up and forgot to spread my feet...i looked like a drunk tripod...and fell right over
LMBO! With you, not at you! Been there, done that!
I also have friends that are big fans of both the Brooks and Mizuno's. I've just been happy with the Ascis, so I havent tried them.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 02:25 PM
I love Brooks and that's all I've worn since I got back into running a couple years ago. Ghosts are my preference and work best for me, not to mention they make me feel extra stealthy.
Still not to the one-armed, I can go down, but it's the getting back up part that sucks!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 02:55 PM
Yeah, gravity is a big help on the "down" part!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 02:58 PM
Well I try not to "fall" down and keep it somewhat controlled! Don't want to risk rug burns on my face, that would be an odd thing to have to explain to people!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:09 PM
At the gym last night, I was walking on the treadmill while listening to these young punk high school kids over in the weights/bench area going on and on and ON to each other about how you NEVER see a girl come over and lift weights or do situps on the benches, never! So... I felt the need to prove them wrong.
I finished up my time on the 'mill and headed on over to do 60 crunches on the bench, 30 slow perfect form pushups on the floor, and 3 sets of 20 reps each of my biceps curls, hammer curls, triceps extensions, overhead presses, and shoulder shrugs. Then I did some kettlebell swings for good measure. Ha! Silly boys.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:19 PM
Did they drool over your awesomeness???
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:22 PM
Is it hot in here, or is it just BS??
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:23 PM
Tried out my new shoes last night and they felt pretty darn good. Was able to keep the *correct* form for awhile, but hubby said you could tell when I was getting tired - I went back to heel striking. But practice makes perfect - will run again tomorrow morning.
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:28 PM
Is it hot in here, or is it just BS??
Read this the first time not realizing you were referring to Burnt Sienna.
!!
Still, I think it's tshirt worthy...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:36 PM
Is it hot in here, or is it just BS??
Read this the first time not realizing you were referring to Burnt Sienna.
!!
Still, I think it's tshirt worthy...
I thought of that as well, once I hit submit, but figured everyone here was smart enough to figure it out!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:52 PM
At the gym last night, I was walking on the treadmill while listening to these young punk high school kids over in the weights/bench area going on and on and ON to each other about how you NEVER see a girl come over and lift weights or do situps on the benches, never! So... I felt the need to prove them wrong.
I finished up my time on the 'mill and headed on over to do 60 crunches on the bench, 30 slow perfect form pushups on the floor, and 3 sets of 20 reps each of my biceps curls, hammer curls, triceps extensions, overhead presses, and shoulder shrugs. Then I did some kettlebell swings for good measure. Ha! Silly boys.
Posted by a friend of mine on FB -
"I'm not just strong for a girl...
I'm just strong!"
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 03:56 PM
Ha ha ha I love it, Bbb1! Now THAT is t-shirt worthy!
Thanks y'all for the kind words.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 06:02 PM
Tried out my new shoes last night and they felt pretty darn good. Was able to keep the *correct* form for awhile, but hubby said you could tell when I was getting tired - I went back to heel striking. But practice makes perfect - will run again tomorrow morning.
Don't forget to take your sugar daddy!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/04/12 11:02 PM
You're gonan have some enviable calves running right....right?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/05/12 07:37 PM
So yesterday I did the Insanity fitness test, out of curiosity. I haven't touched the program in probably a year and was just curious how I'd do. Well, I didn't lose any ground, but I didn't really improve much either!
8 exercises, each done for a minute and you record the number you could do in that time. It's a fairly intense program, if you really commit to it, and when I did it for a couple of months there was a performance improvement, though not really any sort of dramatic change to my person.
Anywho, my ankle is all goofy today and I'm pretty sure it was from that. I got through my run this morning fine, so that was good, but walking on it kind of sucks. I'm glad I don't have volleyball tonight though, that probably wouldn't have been good for me!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 12:38 PM
You're gonan have some enviable calves running right....right?
Probably why the calves hurt like mad this morning. Very tempted to have them massaged later today. . . . as long as they give me something to bite down on to prevent screaming and tie my hands to my side to prevent hitting.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 01:48 PM
You're gonan have some enviable calves running right....right?
Probably why the calves hurt like mad this morning. Very tempted to have them massaged later today. . . . as long as they give me something to bite down on to prevent screaming and tie my hands to my side to prevent hitting.
Kinky?
I always see masseuses set up at the local 5k's, I've always been a little interested...but never had one done. I should some time!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 04:09 PM
Are you kidding? The only reason to do a race is for the massage!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 05:04 PM
Running: It gets you a free massage.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 06:08 PM
At one time. . . .
Then I got married and had kids.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 06:33 PM
At one time. . . .
Then I got married and had kids.
There's still your broom closet sugar daddy....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 06:58 PM
At one time. . . .
Then I got married and had kids.
Bwahahaha! Nominated for post of the day.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 08:19 PM
At one time. . . .
Then I got married and had kids.
They have to leave the house at some point!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 08:23 PM
At one time. . . .
Then I got married and had kids.
They have to leave the house at some point!
Says the 19 year old kid holding a case of Clearasil...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 08:30 PM
Says the 19 year old kid holding a case of Clearasil...
Hey! You want to go old man??
You're just mad because you think I'm going to go hit on your daughter once fall comes around!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 10:17 PM
Not at all. She'll still be in Korea. By the time she is going to school in your general region of the US, you'll be married.
And #$%^ NO, I don't wanna go. I got tired just typing this!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/06/12 10:58 PM
Haha, alright, how about I get you a bottle of Ensure and we'll call it even? Then, shot of JD, shot of JB and shot of Jose! After that, bed for you and party for me!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 11:33 AM
At one time. . . .
Then I got married and had kids.
They have to leave the house at some point!
They do. And then I usually use that time to declutter toys and take a nap.
Took the weekend off from any exercise - my back and calves have been pretty angry. Back to the gym tonight and then out for a movie with the hubby.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 12:29 PM
Couldn't get up to run this morning. Stayed up too late.
Mega-disappointed.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 12:57 PM
Welcome to day 100 everyone! We are almost 1/3 of the way through the challenge. Stay positive and keep on keeping on.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 12:58 PM
No worries Mani. Sometimes you need to take that time for yourself also. You will be back at it in no time.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 01:04 PM
Thanks PP.
::hooks up direct line to coffee maker::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 01:50 PM
Couldn't get up to run this morning. Stayed up too late.
Mega-disappointed.
Day isn't over yet
You can always work something in later on!
And if you're that full of caffeine, you can put your Flash suit on and "Zooooom!"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 01:57 PM
I was thinking of combining my run tonight and then just doing the kettlebell stuff for tomorrow morning too. The only thing is, if I'm already this tired now... how tired will I be after work??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 02:01 PM
Happy Monday and Day 100!! I am going to give this a shot today. I will wait till this afternoon, when (theoretically) I am at my peak! Going for the 100 in a single set.
That should also give me enought time to take a lot pain killers, caffeine, steroids, etc.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 02:11 PM
I was thinking of combining my run tonight and then just doing the kettlebell stuff for tomorrow morning too. The only thing is, if I'm already this tired now... how tired will I be after work??
You'll be wide awake by then! Attack the day with a positive attitude
My shoulders and lower calves (whatever muscles are right around your achilles) are fried from Saturday still, not usually this sore on a Monday, but it's all good!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 02:31 PM
My shoulders and lower calves (whatever muscles are right around your achilles) are fried from Saturday still, not usually this sore on a Monday, but it's all good!
Don't forget to do your stretchy-stretches.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 02:33 PM
He's actually right Mani! You should be stronger about the time you get off. So tear it up girl!
Matt, that either the gastroc or the soleus (Gastrocnemius is the big part of the calf soleus is the smaller underlying muscle near the Achilles). Be carefull with that and stretch it carefully and well a tear in either is really painful and can put you out of action for weeks.
Great job this weekend BTW.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 02:45 PM
He's actually right Mani! You should be stronger about the time you get off. So tear it up girl!
Matt, that either the gastroc or the soleus (Gastrocnemius is the big part of the calf soleus is the smaller underlying muscle near the Achilles). Be carefull with that and stretch it carefully and well a tear in either is really painful and can put you out of action for weeks.
Great job this weekend BTW.
It's always been an area of soreness for me, and I do tend to stretch them a lot as a result, so hopefully it'll be fine. Sitting around a lot yesterday didn't help me, every time I got around to standing up, I was awful stiff!
Thanks, I felt pretty good about it by the end. After we did the 5k, my cohort drove through Hardee's and I was tempted to just shovel a giant pile of ick into my mouth at that point, but refrained and made him drop me off at work to do the rest of my workout. I was doing great until I realized that on my walk home I was going to have to carry the backpack! I don't think it's something I'll do very often, it wasn't exactly comfortable and really made the run feel more like a shuffle, but it sure felt good to complete it!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 03:57 PM
Congrats Matt!
ONE HUNDRED PUSHUPS TODAY... wow! I have done 35/100 so far. It's lovely out today, so I think I'll go for a walk at lunchtime and maybe sneak in another 20 pushups, then to the gym tonight to do the rest of the pushups, my 100 crunches, and an hour on the treadmill/elliptical.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 04:08 PM
WOW Sienna! A year ago, if someone told you to do 100 pushups, what would your answer have been? And now you do it like its just another day!! Again.....WOW!!!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 04:13 PM
I would have thrown my back out laughing at the idea that I could do 100 pushups and 100 situps in one day!
I hardly dare say this but (quiet font) I think it's getting easier (/quiet font). Thanks, Triple-B!
Hope everyone had a fantabulous Easter.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/12 04:38 PM
It wont be long before there is "guns" picture in Sienna's portfolio!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:16 PM
Had dinner with Pup and CheekEE last night! Mongolian stir fry! It was good food and good company!!
No pushups were done during dinner.
Sorry Matt.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:23 PM
I'm disappointed for a number of reasons. Mostly because I didn't have Mongolian stir fry with good company!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:27 PM
Open invitation. Anytime!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:31 PM
I'm disappointed for a number of reasons. Mostly because I didn't have Mongolian stir fry with good company!
AHEM. June. AHEM.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:33 PM
You pay for the airfare, I'll buy dinner!
Edit: You being directed at BBB, not you Mani
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:34 PM
Yes Mani, we can't wait!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:49 PM
I'll be there in May, looks like I'll be missing the festivities in June unless my check from the El Gordo Lottery jackpot comes in. I sent the money for the fees via Western Union last week so it should be any day now.....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 03:51 PM
We'll save you a spot Teej!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 04:00 PM
Then you can pick up Matt on the way!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 04:05 PM
Pick me up in May and I'll just have to hang out down there until June?? That doesn't seem like the best idea. Though I can probably do just about as much work from there as I do sitting here!
I'll be waiting by the highway with my suitcase. You'll know it's me, probably because I'll be the only one out there!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 04:17 PM
No silly, when teej wins the lottery he'll be able to afford both of your trips!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 04:26 PM
No silly, when teej wins the lottery he'll be able to afford both of your trips!
My interpretation seems more likely
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 04:30 PM
Apparently you pay for the luxury and opulence that is Will Rogers International Airport in OKC. I could fly to Los Angeles cheaper than I can fly to OKC for some reason.
Also, fares vary so much there is almost a $300 variation from the cheapest round trip I have taken to the most expensive. When booking my latest flight, I waited 24 hours and airfare doubled.
If anyone has any connections with the airlines or tricks for getting discounts, I would greatly appreciate it!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 05:48 PM
A friend of mine married into an airline family. Her father-in-law is a pilot for United. They have three kids and nobody in the extended family has ever paid for airfare anywhere in the world, and they travel a LOT. I try not to be jealous, but mostly it doesn't work.
Short of marrying into the inner circle of airline folk, I think kayak or one of those type of websites are your best bet for finding cheap fares (in my experience). I also always volunteer to be bumped if they overbook a flight I'm on and ask for volunteers (if I don't absolutely have to be somewhere on time) because you end up on the very next flight with a $100 - $250 travel voucher you can use next time around as a thank you for your inconvenience (usually an hour or two).
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 05:49 PM
"I could fly to Los Angeles cheaper than I can fly to OKC for some reason."
But at least in OKC you do not have to wait 3 hrs on the security line (after waiting 2 hrs for a boarding pass that you already printed online but for some reason is not good enough).
They make you pay for the time in the airport.
" I think kayak or one of those type of websites are your best bet for finding cheap fares (in my experience)."
You can take a kayak and get anywhere faster than waiting online at lax.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 06:05 PM
I use Orbitz, but you have to go out and check Southwest fares independently because they don't show on the travel sites. I also do Fare Dog to alert me to specials.
I love to take the bump when I can! I took a voluntary bump off a crappy regional jet in Houston to fly on a 737 2 hours later and they gave me $300 and lunch! Last time I asked if they needed anyone to bump, they made me wait to board last, then the TSA pulled me aside on the jetway and went through my luggage :-/
Always check in online as soon as you can for a flight, even if you need to print your boarding pass at the airport. If you don't want to get bumped, they bump the last to check in first if the flight is oversold. They also will take you first for a voluntary bump if you've checked in early.
Guess there are no real tricks to getting airfare (aside from being related to someone). Sounds like it is the luck of the draw, you win some and lose some.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 06:21 PM
Or work for the airline. Part-time baggage handler??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 07:51 PM
Ahhhh for the good old days when a Cuban military uniform, a beard and a .45 would get you anywhere you wanted to go....
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 07:54 PM
I wanna be the person at the gate that tells people that they oversold the flight and that even though they paid for a ticket, they can't board the plane. That seems like a pretty fun and stress free job.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 08:21 PM
I wanna be the person at the gate that tells people that they oversold the flight and that even though they paid for a ticket, they can't board the plane. That seems like a pretty fun and stress free job.
Shouildnt this be in the "Dream Job" thread...?
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/12 08:34 PM
Alright, superstars: Anyone up for the Rock & Roll half in Philly this fall? Hubby almost has me convinced...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 01:31 PM
Alright, superstars: Anyone up for the Rock & Roll half in Philly this fall? Hubby almost has me convinced...
I think you shoulod do it!! I will be racing in the great state of Oklahoma, but what the heck!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 02:23 PM
If it wasnt so far away, yes. But I have my heart set on the full marathon in Memphis...benefiting St Jude. It's not cheap. But you run through the campus with the kids that are able outside cheering for you.
If you're a parent, or runner, and didnt get goosebumps at that last sentence you have issues.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 03:44 PM
If your human and didnt get goosebumps, check to make sure you still have a heart.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 05:19 PM
I don't have my own human
If I did, they would surely get goosebumps from that though!
Nothing better than a good race, except a good race with a great cause!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 06:17 PM
As some people drink prior to the race (it is a bit of a party), we often have wondered what all was in the mud.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 09:18 PM
One (ouch, grumble) hundred (ow!) two (danggggg this is character building) today. How many of us still doing the challenge?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 09:25 PM
:raises hand from the floor:
I am!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 10:11 PM
Still doing it...but can't boast about having never missed a day. I've missed roughly a week of days so far.
I did a set of 24 this morning and added 96 at lunch.
Thanks for dinner the other night, B Cubed. It was pretty darn good.
And I couldn't ask for better company except to look forward the same group, only multiplied out to add the rest of this group.
Next time, I'm buying and I won't be so flippin' worn out..and hopefully sans migraine. That was brutal!! But the Shock Top wasn't bad.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 11:16 PM
::raises hand::
Didn't get the full quota in on 3/24, 3/29, or 3/31, but otherwise I'm still in.
Posted By: HMS Pippii
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/11/12 11:56 PM
Still doing it every day but not always getting past 75. Just depends on the day. Partial knee replacement is now confirmed for May 1st, so some of the challenge just went out the window. I got a serious reality check when the hospital called this afternoon to set me up to come over for blood work, meet with anesthesiology, and attend a 90 minute class on "So, You're Getting a Joint Replaced!" If that's not a wake-up call to reality, I'll stand around and wait to for the brick flying by to hit me in the head.
Still hoping for that Stryker X3 Triathlon miniature starship he's planning on installing and found out that if I end up with a total, I'm screwed because the hospital doesn't have a psych ward.
No blood on Kneepolean Blownaparte's blog yet, but hang in there BBB1, I'll post the good stuff when I get a chance.
When I told Tooltime Mark about the pushup challenge, he said he's offering a special on shoulders - especially since my shoulders have both been fixed and aren't whining. Just passing the info along in case anyone wants to join me in the orthopedic ward. ::whines and runs while running still possible::
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 11:19 AM
I am still in.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 01:25 PM
Still in, yep!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 01:37 PM
I'm not doing pushups, my wrists and shoulders just can't handle them. But I am still running 10-15 miles a week and am now doing kettlebell workouts 3x a week.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 02:20 PM
Still doing it...but can't boast about having never missed a day. I've missed roughly a week of days so far.
I did a set of 24 this morning and added 96 at lunch.
Thanks for dinner the other night, B Cubed. It was pretty darn good.
And I couldn't ask for better company except to look forward the same group, only multiplied out to add the rest of this group.
Next time, I'm buying and I won't be so flippin' worn out..and hopefully sans migraine. That was brutal!! But the Shock Top wasn't bad.
It was my pleasure! It was a lot of fun!! We'll get a bike ride in a gain too!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 02:27 PM
Still doing it every day but not always getting past 75. Just depends on the day. Partial knee replacement is now confirmed for May 1st, so some of the challenge just went out the window. I got a serious reality check when the hospital called this afternoon to set me up to come over for blood work, meet with anesthesiology, and attend a 90 minute class on "So, You're Getting a Joint Replaced!" If that's not a wake-up call to reality, I'll stand around and wait to for the brick flying by to hit me in the head.
Still hoping for that Stryker X3 Triathlon miniature starship he's planning on installing and found out that if I end up with a total, I'm screwed because the hospital doesn't have a psych ward.
No blood on Kneepolean Blownaparte's blog yet, but hang in there BBB1, I'll post the good stuff when I get a chance.
When I told Tooltime Mark about the pushup challenge, he said he's offering a special on shoulders - especially since my shoulders have both been fixed and aren't whining. Just passing the info along in case anyone wants to join me in the orthopedic ward. ::whines and runs while running still possible::
The blog has been interesting but yeah, no pics of gaping joint surgery. I hope tool time wont feel bad if I dont take him up on the new joints just yet. Yeah I prolly need some, but I'm trying to get all my money out of these first.
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 02:37 PM
Still doing pushups sporadically, but not as many as the challenge calls for. I am lifting weights at least 2 days a week, along with elliptical 3-4 days a week plus yoga 1-2 days per week. I'm not ready to run yet after the ankle break. I've gotten the ok to do so, but after sprinting through the Chicago airport to try to catch my flight home last week, my ankle got pretty swollen and stiff for a couple of days. I'll stick to the elliptical for now, and ease into running!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 02:50 PM
One Two, you are doing just fine! Ankles are picky, complex little joints. Let it have its time. All the other stuff is keeping you in the game nicely!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 02:51 PM
Les Mills Body Pump twice a week and just added cycle once a week. We do pushups in body pump now but I have to to most of them on my knees since its AFTER we do a bunch fo other shoulder workouts and I am plumb fatigued!
He's some news though...I can do puchups on my hands nwo without grips and not hurting my wrist. seems the last 3 months have helped my wrists
I still have to be careful with them, but pushups are no longer an issue. its awesome.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 02:55 PM
YAY Dippers!!!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/12 08:06 PM
I'm scared to try, Dipster. I even took mine on my trip to OKC and did some (not many....migraine) in the hotel room.
Did 186 this morning...was going to do another set at lunch but didn't really get one. Just long enough to walk to Subway for a tuna sub.
I may throw in a set after work or TRY to do a set sans grips here at the bank before I escape...just to hit 200 for the first time. We shall see.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/13/12 04:24 PM
Didn't do the extra set to hit 200 yesterday, but I managed 206 in 8 sets this morning.
Posted By: Bluesfan57
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/13/12 05:25 PM
hello all i just wanted to say that i have silently participated in this with you(not as dedicated as most of you, but im working on that) wanted to drop and tell you all that you that this entertaining as well as motivational..thanks
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/13/12 05:29 PM
Don't be put off by Pup of BBB's obsessive zeal, it's really not about the numbers, as has been said many times before, just doing more than you have before and making a positive change. Good for you and keep up the hard work!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/13/12 06:11 PM
Way to go Bluesfan! Keep it up and we'll be here for support or, more likely, entertainment along the way!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/13/12 06:44 PM
Nobody ever said healthy couldnt be entertaining!!
Glad your with us!
On another note. Last night was a near record night at racquetball. I broke the strings on two racquets and broke one racquet.
Winning is expensive!!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/13/12 08:03 PM
Triple B, you do know you're supposed to use those squishy bouncy blue raquetballs, not sharp stones and 200 pound boulders, right?
Bluesfan, welcome & way to go! I don't think I'll be able to continue with the "real" numbers now that we are over 100 days into the year, but I'm going to continue doing daily pushups and situps which is way more than I used to do. I'm so glad this thread got started and all of us get to benefit from the support (and entertainment) provided here!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/13/12 08:07 PM
Triple B, you do know you're supposed to use those squishy bouncy blue raquetballs, not sharp stones and 200 pound boulders, right?
Ha! I wondered if he's not been striking his opponents instead of the ball!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/16/12 02:02 PM
Triple B, you do know you're supposed to use those squishy bouncy blue raquetballs, not sharp stones and 200 pound boulders, right?
Ha! I wondered if he's not been striking his opponents instead of the ball!
::Makes notes....use balls, not people::
Hey this is good stuff! Other suggestions?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/16/12 02:37 PM
I am not only saddle sore from my first ride in 18 months and my first mountain bike ride in close to 10 years, my ankle somehow hurts, my quads (which I had thought were built up from doing wall chairs) ache and my calves are denouncing me, along with my shins?
Methings that a road ride would have been a better choice for my first time on a thin saddle.
Nah, I'm going to hit that trail as often as I can!!
Did all my pushups over the weekend, but waited until Sunday evening to do them, so this morning was NOT going to see my pushing up. I'll try to sneak in a few sets at lunch and after work to get today's in.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/16/12 02:54 PM
Way to go Pup!
Loved the pics you shared too.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/16/12 02:58 PM
Great job Pup!!!
No one exercise can completely prepare your body for another. But trust me, it hurts less than it would have if you hadnt prepared.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/16/12 02:58 PM
I especially enjoyed the stairs (ladder) that I had to carry my bike over to cross the fence. All those pushups are paying off already.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/16/12 04:04 PM
Buy a good, heavy, all steele, frame! You'll get a better workout!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/16/12 07:04 PM
96 at lunch. I still owe one good set.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 02:00 PM
All the pushups definitely helped with the race last weekend. Lots of very low mud crawls and upper body obstacles. No issues with shoulders, wrists, strength or endurance. It helps!
One that seemed really tough for a lot of people was an 8' blank wall. No ropes, holds or handles. Just jump up, grab the top and haul yourself over. Seemingly simple, yet it stopped about 80% of those that I could see. But they were an inventive group. People that didnt even know each other, became temporary team mates to make it over. As I was running off I heard a voice..."If that old fhart can do it, we can!"
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 02:17 PM
As I was running off I heard a voice..."If that old fhart can do it, we can!"
They have no idea what they're getting into if they want to use you as proof that they should be able to do something.
Shoes still kind of suck to wear, so I'm taking it easy on myself this week. I need my heels healed before this weekend for a race Saturday, so figure I better behave. It sucks, I really need to stretch my legs and do a few miles to work out some kinks. Did extra core work, push-ups and planks this morning. Have a new weight circuit to try out, recommended for the race next month. Newly posted on their site, wish I'd had it months ago! It looks very intense, lots of things I'm going to have to try to figure out how to do first.
If you want to take a look at it and go cross-eyed like I did...
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 03:25 PM
walk around the wall, problem solved
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 04:34 PM
walk around the wall, problem solved
Exactly!! Work smarter, not harder, I always say!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 05:43 PM
walk around the wall, problem solved
Exactly!! Work smarter, not harder, I always say!
When we go to war, you two are peeling potatos!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 05:57 PM
Or they're the covert ops sneaking behind enemy lines...
We need bigger people to serve as meat shields anyway!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 06:07 PM
When we go to war and encounter a wall that is 8' high and 8' wide, our troops go around it. Just sayin'.
I like potatoes, though.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 08:43 PM
waffle fries
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 08:45 PM
However you guys want to cut them is ok with us!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 08:49 PM
When we go to war and encounter a wall that is 8' high and 8' wide, our troops go around it. Just sayin'.
I like potatoes, though.
So when you go mountain biking, you ride around the mountain?
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 08:52 PM
do you just take a straight line through everything?
I try to follow the sidewalk
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 08:54 PM
^^^ Sidewalkist!!
And yes, I have been accused of that before, but its a rumor....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 08:57 PM
When you like like ^^ him, you make your own path through life.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 09:26 PM
When we go to war and encounter a wall that is 8' high and 8' wide, our troops go around it. Just sayin'.
I like potatoes, though.
So when you go mountain biking, you ride around the mountain?
When we go to war, I'll do what I have to in order to stay alive. If that means go "over" the mountain, so be it. If that means go "around" the mountain, I'm going around. It kinda depends on the mountain and who is manning the guns at the top.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 09:29 PM
And then you'll be thrown in the brig for not following orders! Stop thinking outside the box and do what you're told! Drop and give me 25.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 09:42 PM
Too easy.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 09:49 PM
Just trying to keep things somewhat on track!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/17/12 09:54 PM
Singletrack? Sorry, mountain bike on the brain.
Go home.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 02:00 PM
Had a workout this morning that I might label the "Want to be like B^3". After I got done, I was pretty sure I'd have to turn sideways to fit through the door! Arms, shoulders, back, chest.
If only the visual results backed that up
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 02:12 PM
walk around the wall, problem solved
Exactly!! Work smarter, not harder, I always say!
And here I thought Pup would be the first in line to "help the ladies" over the wall.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 02:44 PM
Had a workout this morning that I might label the "Want to be like B^3". After I got done, I was pretty sure I'd have to turn sideways to fit through the door! Arms, shoulders, back, chest.
If only the visual results backed that up
Perception is reality! If you feel that big....go with it!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 02:49 PM
there's a Michael Scott comment in there somewhere........
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 03:03 PM
walk around the wall, problem solved
Exactly!! Work smarter, not harder, I always say!
And here I thought Pup would be the first in line to "help the ladies" over the wall.
Hey! I threw two people over the wall!
I'm not totally insensitive ya know!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 05:28 PM
For some reason I'm picturing them getting tossed over the wall, then going so far that they land at the finish line.......
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 05:39 PM
2nd consecutive day over 200 pushups. Feeling great.
Cheekers...be nice.
Mani, can I help you over that wall there?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 06:29 PM
Mani doesn't need help! She can leap tall walls in a single bound, no prob.
I can see Pup throwing people into the walls instead of over!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 06:32 PM
I'd just trip people until they piled up high enough for me to climb up their bodies and over the wall.
I'm so nice.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 06:55 PM
I'd be right behind you.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 08:17 PM
Mani doesn't need help! She can leap tall walls in a single bound, no prob.
I can see Pup throwing people into the walls instead of over!
Are you saying I lack the strength? Okay, you're probably right. But I'm working on it, darnit!!
Mani and Boaty...for shame.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 08:21 PM
If you take out all your competition, you win the race by default! Strategize yo!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 08:30 PM
::innocent look::
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 08:35 PM
What???
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/18/12 08:52 PM
I'd be right behind them too! Why not have a race with a view!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 12:55 PM
Took a day off yesterday after two days of 200+ pushups. Managed 230 this morning in 9 sets with a PR set of 36.
Good morning.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 01:36 PM
::high five::
I took today off. It's just too easy to push the next run and kettle bells to Saturday when I'll have more time.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 01:47 PM
Well done sir!
So, besides B^3 and myself, any other exciting races this weekend, or other feats of epic strength planned?
Just a little 5k myself, but the first one since...October.
30:46 was my first time last year, in May (first race since '03), improved for my second one in October and hit 23:27. I have a feeling I won't drop 7 minutes off my time for this race, but I am hoping to improve on that time! 21ish would be nice.
Supposed to only be about 45 at race time tomorrow, going to have to put some thought into what I'll wear!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 01:55 PM
45 is great running weather, depending on whether it is wet or not, of course.
At your overall fitness level, Matt, I think you'll be seeing sub 20s in the near future. I'll give you some goals to chase as I know I'll never see these times again...I'm just too old:
1 mile 4:57
5k 17:16
10k 39:30
I think you can beat each of my PRs (from 20 plus years ago) if you put your mind to it. I think the 5k is within your reach already. The 10k should be as well, as you have been putting in the time running longer distances anyway.
My goal is to get on my bike and start logging the road miles to be ready for the 30 miler at the end of May. Time is running out!!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 01:55 PM
I've got a 6 and 8 mile run on the schedule and would like to work in a 10+ mile bike ride. Not much really. Next weekend is my second 50K relay race...cannot wait!
I have completely fallen off the push up wagon and MUST find a way to get back on it.
Matt...45 and racing I'm good in a t-shirt and shorts...but must have someone at the start and finish line with my warm clothes. That's also dependent on the sunshine and wind.
21ish would be awesome! MY PR so far is 24:18...just ran a 26 a few weeks ago. Not bad considering my time off with the foot. I'd REALLY like a 23ish this fall, but marathon training doesnt help much with 5K speed. The training is so very different.
Have you done any speed work on the track? I'd say a couple months with one day a week on the track and you'd be amazed with the increase in your speed.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:06 PM
Good point, Jen. It's AMAZING what speed work does for your distance running!! Also, plyometrics does wonders.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:11 PM
Been a long time since I was hitting my best times, but not quite 20 years
1 mile was probably 5:45ish, don't remember for sure since I was never really fast enough to race it competitively, I was usually stuck in the 800's and the 3200's in track. (hated the 800's, it was a half mile sprint basically, and 8 laps around a track sucks in general)
5k I got down into the low 16's, but I'm not really trying to push myself to that level of performance either.
Never done more than 5k as a race!
Jen - I'm not really training for 5k's at all, the race I'm training is a total of 12 miles, so I'm endurance training really, not much "speed" training really. I do some interval training a couple days a week though. Once that race is done and gone, I haven't decided if I'm going to stick with 5-8k's or try for a half, that will alter my "training" significantly.
Really I've just been running for overall fitness and calorie burn, I have a lot more self-motivation when it comes to running vs. weights, so I find my T/Th/S running days to be much easier to get excited for!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:27 PM
My 5K times are off right now. I've been doing a ton of interval training. 800 yards...pushups....800 yards.....crunches.....800 yards....dips.....800 yards......pull ups....hurl.....800 yards....burpees.....hurl some more.....800 yards.....KB swings...
That sort of thing.
Obstacle racing is about transition of stremgth. Its been good for shrinking the waistline though!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:29 PM
How tall are you BB1?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:31 PM
Obstacle racing is about transition of stremgth. Its been good for shrinking the waistline though!
I'm not guessing my success at the obstacles next month will be quite as successful as yours, but at the very least, I'm hoping to finish and have a darn good time doing it! I have the impression the race itself isn't really timed, they do say on their site that if you're interested in a time, you might want to bring your own watch. I personally don't care that much about the time, but hope I finish in the top 50%.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:32 PM
6'1"
about 206 lbs right now
Currently not as blonde as I used to be.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:35 PM
Jeez you are going to be skinny!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:35 PM
Obstacle racing is about transition of stremgth. Its been good for shrinking the waistline though!
I'm not guessing my success at the obstacles next month will be quite as successful as yours, but at the very least, I'm hoping to finish and have a darn good time doing it! I have the impression the race itself isn't really timed, they do say on their site that if you're interested in a time, you might want to bring your own watch. I personally don't care that much about the time, but hope I finish in the top 50%.
Very hard to count on times in most of these. There are usually too many bottlenecks at the obstacles unless yo are at the front of the wave every time.
A few races have adequate lanes to prevent bottelnecks, but not many.
Try hard and have fun! You'll have a great time!
and BTW, your 5K times are beating mine right now!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:40 PM
Very hard to count on times in most of these. There are usually too many bottlenecks at the obstacles unless yo are at the front of the wave every time.
A few races have adequate lanes to prevent bottelnecks, but not many.
Try hard and have fun! You'll have a great time!
and BTW, your 5K times are beating mine right now!
And really, since every one is different, there's not much merit to the time itself. We have 3 hours, so if I finish and there are still people at the finish line as I run through the field of exposed wires trying to electrocute me, I'll know I did good enough!
Also, considering our height differences (not to mention the decades of age difference!), I need to get on losing more weight, yikes!
5'8"ish and 178lbs. On the bright side, that's 15 or so less than I was at the last race, so that should make me move a bit faster!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:40 PM
Jeez you are going to be skinny!!
A mere shadow of me!
Most recent measurements -
Neck - 17.5
Chest - 46.5
waist - 32.5
I think I'll bottom about 200 lbs and hopefully a 32" waist.
Trying not to get any shorter either...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 02:47 PM
Used to be 36-34-36?? Teeheehee
I'm down to a 32, which I wore in high school. I don't think my waist is going to get any smaller unless my hip bones shrink. The area just above the waist could still stand to lose a bit.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:03 PM
Guess what I just did??!??!?!??!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:05 PM
Guess what I just did??!??!?!??!
Shot arrow in the air?
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:18 PM
Guess what I just did??!??!?!??!
When my 9 year old son says this and grins, if you wait a moment, you don't have to guess.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:30 PM
Guess what I just did??!??!?!??!
The suspense is killing me!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:31 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:34 PM
YAY MANI!!! Way to go!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:40 PM
YAY MANI!!!!!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:45 PM
I was TOTALLY off base on that one.... Congrats Mani!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:47 PM
::happy dance::
Thanks everyone, it's grossly overdue!! I've been running for way too long on my treadmill. Got to get out and hit the streets! Also happy the hubs agreed to do it. It took a little bribery, but I'm happy he'll be there with me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 03:52 PM
So proud of you little Manster!!!! You will do AWESOME!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 04:01 PM
::happy dance::
Thanks everyone, it's grossly overdue!! I've been running for way too long on my treadmill. Got to get out and hit the streets! Also happy the hubs agreed to do it. It took a little bribery, but I'm happy he'll be there with me.
Just wait until you beat him, that'll really motivate him!
If you can find out the route of the race (and it doesn't involve running down the middle of busy streets!) try to run it a few times
. Outdoor is a lot different than treadmill, but I'm sure you'll do great! You'll likely move faster, and knowing your pace already, I'd bet you'll be pretty happy with your results.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 04:02 PM
Good idea Matt! The description says it's flat and just around the subdivision behind the school that is hosting the event. I do plan on running outside a couple of times beforehand to get my legs adjusted a bit.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 04:16 PM
Congrats, Mani!!
Matt, my goal at state my Sr. year was to break the 17 min mark and just fell short. Coach said my pace was too slow at the beginning....probably so. 17:16 at a golf course in Ames (ISU, I think) on a chilly day was only good enough for 49th place. Winner got into the 13s....RIDICULOUS!!
Back to Mani...get after it and enjoy. Your treadmill runs are already excellent. It won't take too long for you to realize that you have been missing out by staying indoors.
When my knees stop screaming at me, I think I'll start looking for a 5k to run.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 04:18 PM
Do I have bad ideas??
That's good, maybe you can't run the street, but sidewalk maybe just to get a feel for things. Then you won't have any surprises at least!
One I ran last year didn't have miles marked and I didn't bother to look at the course map. I basically turned the corner and there was the finish line two blocks away! I wasn't happy with myself there, I would have stepped it up a bit earlier on if I'd had a feel for where I was!
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 04:35 PM
Way to go Mani! I am jealous, my husband won't run with me. He says I talk to much.
I have a 22 miler this weekend. After the marathon I really want to work on getting my 5k time back down. The last 5k I ran in November it was 29 minutes. I am wanting to get it down to 24 minutes. I did mile intervals this past week and was running 7:45 miles but that was with 2 minute rest between miles. My real goal is to beat my sister at a 5k. I have only done it once while I was in college and she wasn't working out as much.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 04:57 PM
VW you are so kicking butt!!! Your sister best watch out!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 05:54 PM
So, I have an appointment soon for my usual plasma selling. I neglected to think about it's impact on my performance tomorrow. It involves no blood-loss, though obviously burns energy to make more plasma to replace what's lost.
Since it's only a 5k, I don't think it'll be consequential enough to cancel the appt. Any thoughts from the pros?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 06:07 PM
I'm no expert and I've never sold plasma. But I dont think I would the day before a race.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/20/12 06:36 PM
I researched a bit and doesn't look too detrimental. I usually do it on Fridays and run 10 the next morning. May not be optimal, but I'm not trying to set a world record or anything. Ended up going, needle in me now heh. Oh well!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 12:39 PM
Angered the knee and got a blister on my toe from yesterday's run, but I'm still excited to finally get beyond my 6 mile distance slump.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 12:52 PM
Woot! Well done!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 01:58 PM
Angered the knee and got a blister on my toe from yesterday's run, but I'm still excited to finally get beyond my 6 mile distance slump.
^^^Signs of a real runner!
Had a great time at the Warrior Dash with a group of mud virgins. They did well and I was proud of them. I was a little mad at me. I hung with them for the first mile and a few of the obstacles and encouraged them through. They got some confidence and said "take off". So I pushed it. Finished 21st in my age group out of 161. If I had hit stride sooner, I know I could have cracked top 10.
The next one I do is for time.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 02:22 PM
Official results posted today, I was a little surprised by the lack of people in my age group, it's usually one of the biggest (20-29). I was 6 of 17. I think this can be explained by the race being at the same time as another bigger one nearby that was a 5k mud run with a heavy focus on drinking afterward lol (Mud Chug). 7:42 pace, I think I'm going to be happy with it, even though it wasn't a time improvement. No more races on the schedule until the big one on the 19th!
Started the new workout this morning that I got from the race's site...holy cow. 5 circuits, by the end of the 3rd I felt like I was going to collapse
. I got through the 4th, realized I had 10 minutes left and only one thing I'd done so far incorporated push-ups so I still needed to do another 83. Probably the hardest 83 push-ups I've ever done! Sets of 25 and I'm pretty sure my armpits fell off at some point. Yikes! I better hurt like a son of a gun tomorrow.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 02:47 PM
And he did Turkish Get Ups too!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 02:56 PM
Yes. I could not do them with an 80 pound woman, I must correct my previous statements about them. They were chock full of bologna!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 02:57 PM
I still want to try the TG's with a girl!
"Oops!...Ok, try it again......Almost!....One more time!.... A little to the left....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 03:17 PM
I'll do it BB1! But fair warning, I am NOT 80 lbs.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 03:23 PM
He'd probably try 80 in each hand, just to make things interesting!
Also, I don't think you know what kind of trouble you're getting yourself into with that offer
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 03:25 PM
Angered the knee and got a blister on my toe from yesterday's run, but I'm still excited to finally get beyond my 6 mile distance slump.
^^^Signs of a real runner!
Had a great time at the Warrior Dash with a group of mud virgins. They did well and I was proud of them. I was a little mad at me. I hung with them for the first mile and a few of the obstacles and encouraged them through. They got some confidence and said "take off". So I pushed it. Finished 21st in my age group out of 161. If I had hit stride sooner, I know I could have cracked top 10.
The next one I do is for time.
I did not know that there were 161 in your age group.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 03:30 PM
This weekend's 22 miles were HARD! I am fighting a cold and right now I am losing. My knees also decided to cramp up on me during the last 6 miles when I stepped up on a curb funny. I officially ran 21 miles and then had the walk the last one in. Marathon is in two weeks and after this past weekend I am nervous!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 03:56 PM
Angered the knee and got a blister on my toe from yesterday's run, but I'm still excited to finally get beyond my 6 mile distance slump.
^^^Signs of a real runner!
Had a great time at the Warrior Dash with a group of mud virgins. They did well and I was proud of them. I was a little mad at me. I hung with them for the first mile and a few of the obstacles and encouraged them through. They got some confidence and said "take off". So I pushed it. Finished 21st in my age group out of 161. If I had hit stride sooner, I know I could have cracked top 10.
The next one I do is for time.
I did not know that there were 161 in your age group.
Actually there were thousands! But I dont include the corpses!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 03:57 PM
This weekend's 22 miles were HARD! I am fighting a cold and right now I am losing. My knees also decided to cramp up on me during the last 6 miles when I stepped up on a curb funny. I officially ran 21 miles and then had the walk the last one in. Marathon is in two weeks and after this past weekend I am nervous!!!
A little nerves is a good thing! Just control the adrenaline!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 07:00 PM
This weekend's 22 miles were HARD! I am fighting a cold and right now I am losing. My knees also decided to cramp up on me during the last 6 miles when I stepped up on a curb funny. I officially ran 21 miles and then had the walk the last one in. Marathon is in two weeks and after this past weekend I am nervous!!!
Trust your training. You have done the work. Enjoy the race.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:07 PM
This weekend's 22 miles were HARD! I am fighting a cold and right now I am losing. My knees also decided to cramp up on me during the last 6 miles when I stepped up on a curb funny. I officially ran 21 miles and then had the walk the last one in. Marathon is in two weeks and after this past weekend I am nervous!!!
Trust your training. You have done the work. Enjoy the race.
^^^Sounds like good advice.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:35 PM
Besides the head cold, I think a lot of my problems Saturday were mental. I was mad that my knees were hurting and the race was two weeks away. Self doubt started creeping in and I second guessing myself. Wondering how am I ever going to do 26 when I can barely do 22. My 20 miles a couple weeks ago was great.
On a possitive note, I ran in super cute race day outfit and it worked great!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:36 PM
Not every run will feel like your best. But, as Jen said, trust your training! You will do great on race day! (Or at least look good!)
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:38 PM
YAY for the super cute outfit!
You are into your taper now. Have you heard of "taper madness"? It makes PMS look like a walk in the park!
Your knees can rest over the next two weeks. Go ahead and baby them and dont feel guilty cutting a run a little short if necessary. The endurance is there, the only thing you can do now is maintain or do damage. Focus on the positive and enjoy the experience. You will never forget your first marathon!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:48 PM
YAY for the super cute outfit!
This
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:48 PM
You are into your taper now. Have you heard of "taper madness"? It makes PMS look like a walk in the park!
There is a marginally frightening thought..... :shivers:
You will be fine Girl!! You have done your training, your body is ready and your mind has already prepared itself. Now is the time when you relax and just let it happen. You are part of an exclusive club. Enjoy your memebership. You have done the hard part....shopping for the new outfit!
Please enjoy!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:49 PM
Hey RR Jen - Any tips on avoiding blisters or chafing? Maybe I just need to get a super cute outfit.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 08:57 PM
Super cute outfits cure a lot of things!!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 09:09 PM
The right outfit is the key to no blisters or chafing. Moleskin and body glide are crucial as well.
Body glide slathered all over the blister prone toe/foot area usually helps me. I put it on my toes before every run over 5 miles. Also...NO COTTON SOCKS. Spend the money on the moisture wicking kind. I've managed to eliminate the blisters (until I hit 20 ish miles) now, but have NOT figured out why my second toenails always end up black when I start pushing the mileage. They arent longer than my big toe and I keep them trimmed very short.
For areas that have chafed...use moleskin or heavy duty athletic bandages. Last year on a 16 miler I got rained on and the bottom seam/band of my sports bra cut into me. It looked like someone took a knife to me. Moleskin for a week fixed it. Most recently, I think the 15 lbs I've gained caused a little "extra" in the under arm area and I ended up chafed at the top of my bicep during a half marathon. I had to wear the good bandages for two weeks to clear that up.
Certain tops and socks are major offenders for me. They are reserved for yoga and short runs. The "super cute outfits" that are also super comfy are the way to go. I've got a couple that are my go to for every really long run.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 09:19 PM
She mentioned no cotton for the socks. True for shorts and shirts too. Tech cloth will save you from bleeding.
Some also prefer the fitted "spandex" shorts over loose fitting ones.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 09:23 PM
<-----went for a short bike ride with regular shorts on last night.
Bad idea.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/23/12 09:30 PM
True for shorts and shirts too. Tech cloth will save you from bleeding.
It didnt save my inner arms last month. The stupid seams on that tank top rubbed quarter sized holes in my arms. It was NOT pretty.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 11:52 AM
Thanks for all your enchouraging words!
I have become a huge fan of Glide. DR Scholls also makes a smaller lube stick that is great for getting in between toes.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 12:21 PM
Anyone want to share links to cute running outfits?
It's probably time to get some Glide. I didn't anticipate going 9 miles, but I found the groove with my run and didn't want to give it up. Will look into non cotton socks as well. I was expecting a little chafing from the heart rate strap since it's done it before, but this time it rubbed in a few other spots as well.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 12:32 PM
NP, I love Under Armour gear, but I am not running nearly as far as these folks. The most I do is 5 miles.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 12:55 PM
We finally sucked it up and joined the VIP membership at Road Runner sports. We each got a new pair of sneakers, some gear, and some Gu, and it paid for itself. Yay! I still won't buy most of their clothing, it's hard to pay their prices when I can get similar things on the Target Clearance rack.
Speaking of new sneakers, we both got the Asics Cumulus - because we are that adorable. (Just kidding - they are just awesome shoes!) I got some new insoles, so maybe that will help my cranky knee, and when the rain stops I plan on going out and using all my new stuff.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 01:17 PM
<--- under armour too to prevent chafing, and is super cute!
Do the socks really make that much of a difference? My treadmill crapped out on me last week, and now I am on the country roads/hills. After three days of that, all kinds of new blisters that I have not had to deal with in awhile.
I just don't want to buy expensive socks, and in the end, just bought expensive socks.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 01:24 PM
Jay, I love my UA socks. For me they make all the difference.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 01:55 PM
True for shorts and shirts too. Tech cloth will save you from bleeding.
It didnt save my inner arms last month. The stupid seams on that tank top rubbed quarter sized holes in my arms. It was NOT pretty.
I run with no shirt...no bleeding!
(sorry to hear about the holes though...
)
Posted By: Derwood
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 02:08 PM
<--- under armour too to prevent chafing, and is super cute!
Do the socks really make that much of a difference? My treadmill crapped out on me last week, and now I am on the country roads/hills. After three days of that, all kinds of new blisters that I have not had to deal with in awhile.
I just don't want to buy expensive socks, and in the end, just bought expensive socks.
IMO The socks make a huge difference. I've found some good non-cotton running socks at stores like TJMaxx and Ross Dress 4 less. For that matter I've found a lot of my tech clothes for running at those types of stores.
VWgirl - I am sure you'll do fine, enjoy the taper. I am so looking forward to mine but I've still got a 23 standing in my way in a couple of weeks
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 02:09 PM
90% of my shorts are Nike. Tops are a mix of Nike and UA. I shop at the outlet mall and REFUSE to pay full price for anything except shoes. I found some great Nike running socks at Shoe Carnival that were 2 for one. I have a couple pair of Nike "anti blister" socks that were $11 a pair. They are saved for long runs.
Also...my Body Glide isnt the running store brand. It's from a...um...grown up shop. It's called Pjur Body Glide, you can order it on Amazon. It's silicone based and doesnt sweat off as easily as some things I've tried when super sweaty or getting rained on. Another runner shared the secret with me and let me try some. My toes will be forever greatful.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 02:34 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 02:38 PM
Hey, if it works, I dont care if it comes from the veterinary supply warehouse!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 02:48 PM
Like we are going to believe that story about another runner telling her about it too..... Lol.
Posted By: Bluesfan57
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:00 PM
good morning all you distance runners,
i am assuming most of you run with your ipods (i prefer to)
i am finding everytime i try to pick up the pace running my earphones fall out or require adjusting every couple of minutes.
any suggestions?? particular brands or styles??
thanks
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:01 PM
I'm sure when going to the store and taking it up to the counter, they buy the "hey, I'm just using it for my feet while running!" excuse.
Probably a little less common than the "it's for my friends bachelor party" excuse though, I'm sure they appreciate hearing something different now and then!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:06 PM
Like we are going to believe that story about another runner telling her about it too..... Lol.
Seriously? I couldnt make up a better story. It's always the good ones that are true.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:08 PM
good morning all you distance runners,
i am assuming most of you run with your ipods (i prefer to)
i am finding everytime i try to pick up the pace running my earphones fall out or require adjusting every couple of minutes.
any suggestions?? particular brands or styles??
thanks
I typically only run with my iPod on the treadmill, which is never any more, or rarely if I'm running alone in town and then I only use one. I want to be aware of my surroundings at all times, there are some really stupid drivers in my twon. My favorite headphones are Skull Candy, I get them at Target. They have the adjustable rubber thingies that go in your ear and stay in well. I also loop the cord around my sports bra strap to help avoid the bouncing around. That may be part of the reason they stay in as well as they do.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:17 PM
To add on to Jen's comments, I find I have to take the buds out somewhere after mile 2 to wipe them down. I also wipe my ears before putting them back in. That seems to help keep them in as well.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:22 PM
Also...my Body Glide isnt the running store brand. It's from a...um...grown up shop.
How You doin?
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:26 PM
I never run with earbuds off of the treadmill - my rants about that are well documented. That being said, I can not keep conventional buds in my ears while on the dreadmill. I have a pair that have ear clips that hold them in place. Not stylish but very effective.
When not running, I have Skull Candy as well, my daughter loves them too. They come with a lifetime waranty, hers were replaced no questions asked.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:34 PM
I can't keep the skull candies in my ear to save my life. Not even while just sitting here! I think I have exceptionally small ear holes or something.
I love the clothes from Nike the best, expecially the pants/shorts.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 03:39 PM
Treadmill, I set my phone in the cup holder thing and just let it blare instead of messing with earbuds at all, the luxury of having a workout room to yourself. I also have an iHome down there for when I'm doing the rest of my workout and need it loud enough to hear over my manly grunting noises as I heft the massive weights!
When I'm running on closed trails (no road crossing), I use an arm band that I hate and the regular Apple white earbuds that came with my phone. I think as Jen mentioned, a big part of it is how much slack there is in the cord. If they aren't bouncing around much, they don't seem to have an issue with falling out. But, I can also look forward pretty much the whole time and don't have to turn my head much, so I'm sure that's a factor as well.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 04:06 PM
<~~~Skull Candy, medium buds. Seem to stay for me.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 04:20 PM
I just sing to myself.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 04:42 PM
Yesterday a young girl (mabye 5 or so?) was dancing on her driveway singing to herself. She kept looking down and I couldn't figure out why... until we got closer and I noticed her shoes were red and glittery like the Wizard of Oz!
She was watching them shimmer in the sunshine!
Is that what you're like Pup? Not a girl, but just singing to yourself without a single care in the world?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 05:13 PM
...as Pup goes down the road, head down...."I'm a very good bicycle driver....definitely, defintely...very good....."
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 05:19 PM
You forgot the skipping. Plenty of skipping.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 05:28 PM
Anyone want to share links to cute running outfits?
I got a running skirt and top from Lululemon. It was pricey but the hubs let me buy it because Jim Cramer recommended the stock and said they have anti-stink clothes.
Here is my top:
http://shop.lululemon.com/products/cloth...tId=women-tanksSkirt:
http://shop.lululemon.com/products/cloth...rts-and-dresses
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 05:41 PM
The picture under the Men's heading of a dog sniffing what is presumably a pair of underwear made me laugh, though it did not convince me to further peruse the selection!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 06:06 PM
Oh, I AM a skipper! And singing at the top of my lungs is never a bad idea.
"I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride my bike!"
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 06:31 PM
I'm not quite sure how to react to ^^^ that. Thankfully, your lung capacity is probably not what it once was, and that should help lessen the impact of your singing on those around you!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 06:31 PM
That song makes me laugh every time!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 06:42 PM
::joins in singing with Pup::
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 07:35 PM
Can we hold hands when we skip?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 07:42 PM
Is there any other way?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 07:57 PM
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 08:02 PM
:Stops skipping to watch Jen and Mani skip down the sidewalk:
Just too cute.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 08:05 PM
:Stops skipping to watch Jen and Mani skip down the sidewalk:
Just too cute.
Skipping, holding hands in cute (possibly skirts?) running clothes? And you're stopping to watch because they're "too cute"? Mmmhmmm...
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 08:06 PM
I do have a cute running skirt.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 08:07 PM
Trust me, now is NOT the time for your break out into "Fat Bottom Girl" !!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 08:18 PM
I don't even think I own a REGULAR skirt, let alone a running skirt.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 08:25 PM
Epic weekend shopping trip?? Then Sunday morning, group run/push-up expedition!
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 08:28 PM
I had to stop listening to show tunes while I run - I use up my air singing along.
By the way, my hubby swears by the YurBuds and he's super-picky about the buds staying in his ears and sounding good, but I'll use any of the kind that loops over my ears.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 09:01 PM
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 09:12 PM
I don't even think I own a REGULAR skirt, let alone a running skirt.
I have two. You can borrow one.
ETA...it is black, not pink like the cute one linked above. And doesnt have ruffles on my rear.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 09:25 PM
And doesnt have ruffles on my rear.
I'm relieved by this. We don't need any extra distractions going on!
I'm also saddened by this, but I'm still sure it's for the best
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 09:40 PM
Tee hee...reminds me of my first marathon. I wore a pair of UA spandex shorts that had all the letters from UA scattered all over them in various shades of grey. Two men ran up beside me and said "we promise we weren't staring at your rear, but what do your shorts say". Their guess was "ultra marathon" but they couldnt find a t. Hmmm...just how long were they trying to figure THAT out???
We all got a good laugh out of it and it made for an entertaining way to pass a few miles.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 09:50 PM
Ha! I hope it messed up their time, but cannot say I blame them.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/24/12 10:32 PM
I don't even think I own a REGULAR skirt, let alone a running skirt.
I have two. You can borrow one.
ETA...it is black, not pink like the cute one linked above. And doesnt have ruffles on my rear.
At first I thought you meant I could borrow a regular skirt. The ruffles threw me for a minute!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 12:54 PM
The skirts are cute! Also handy for playing golf....for her, not me.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 12:59 PM
Can I borrow one of your kilts, BB1?
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 01:12 PM
There is a guy in my training group that runs races in a kilt. He will be wearing the kilt for the marathon.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 01:33 PM
Hit the park last night for a run, noticed a total lack of women in cute running outfits
I did notice that there was a frisbee golf tournament going on, and there were a lot of guys running around without shirts that weren't exactly chiseled.
I'm going to assume the two may have been related!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 01:58 PM
Tee hee...reminds me of my first marathon. I wore a pair of UA spandex shorts that had all the letters from UA scattered all over them in various shades of grey. Two men ran up beside me and said "we promise we weren't staring at your rear, but what do your shorts say". Their guess was "ultra marathon" but they couldnt find a t. Hmmm...just how long were they trying to figure THAT out???
We all got a good laugh out of it and it made for an entertaining way to pass a few miles.
Sounds like something I would do...expect for the whole "passing you" thing. In fact, once I came to at the finish line (or just shy of it), if my memory was still intact, I'd probably then try to find you to ask you about your shorts.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 02:01 PM
Can I borrow one of your kilts, BB1?
But of course! and a white shirt with a tie and some tall white socks and...... ummm....yes you can borrow a kilt!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 02:03 PM
There is a guy in my training group that runs races in a kilt. He will be wearing the kilt for the marathon.
I've run several races in one, its actually very comfortable......unless its REALLY windy.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 02:19 PM
I ran behind a very fit girl in compression shorts for about a mile during a marathon. I had to pass her because my breathing was getting all messed up and there was a bottle neck of guys behind her tripping and elbowing each other.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 02:53 PM
Sounds like wearing something tight on the rear helps you stay in first place!
::noted::
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 03:04 PM
I like wearing compression shorts....I guess I never thought about it....maybe I should invest in a skirt? I would feel silly wearing a skirt but after reading TJs post:
Not that has or ever would happen to me of course but eeeewwwww.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 03:13 PM
Sounds like wearing something tight on the rear helps you stay in first place!
::noted::
Ok, I'll try, but this just sounds silly.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 03:15 PM
I like wearing compression shorts....I guess I never thought about it....maybe I should invest in a skirt? I would feel silly wearing a skirt but after reading TJs post:
Not that has or ever would happen to me of course but eeeewwwww.
No, I believe you are already wearing perfectly acceptable clothing! Covering up more is never a good idea
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 03:35 PM
I~~
They have some cute stuff in the Athleta catalog. I'm getting ready to order a swim suit and a dress, I might just have to get a new running outfit too.
I may look for a skirt but prolly off of a clearance rack, I don't want to pay a ton for something I might not wear much.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 03:47 PM
All this talk about running has made me forget to do my pushups the last few days!!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 03:51 PM
How many are you up to Pup? I gave up trying to keep going but I'm still doing 20 most days.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 04:00 PM
All this talk about running has made me forget to do my pushups the last few days!!
This excuse is not acceptable. You're old, but not old enough to forget things like this and get away with it!
I demand 300/day for the rest of this week as a reminder to not forget again
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 04:04 PM
Actually, I missed Sunday due to a migraine, likely caused from a sore neck earned Saturday by working a chainsaw all day. I was incredibly tired Saturday night and woke up with a migraine Sunday morning. Monday, my arm was very sore (2nd day soreness?). I worked late Monday night and got to bed late, so I slept in on Tuesday and didn't have a chance to do any. Tuesday night was a the OKC Thunder game...got in a little before midnight, so this morning wasn't going to happen. Tonight I have pool league, so we'll see. I'm getting up in the morning, hopefully after only having missed 3 days instead of 4.
We're at about 110, right?
Matty Boy, I think I can get you 200 in the morning and I'll shoot for 250-275 Friday and WILL push for the 300 mark on Saturday!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 04:14 PM
Today is 116
Glad to see the commitment! (Doesn't mean you can then take Sunday off though
)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 04:26 PM
Yup, 116. I havent missed yet....so far. But yes, I am on multiple sets now too.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 06:09 PM
I've fallen off the wagon. I'm running and biking, but no push ups.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 06:14 PM
I'm reclining more....I'm a little out of practice.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 06:16 PM
I'm reclining more....I'm a little out of practice.
I just checked, there is still gravity in MO. you can start again.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 07:29 PM
116 at lunch.
20, 24, 24, 24, 24
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 08:16 PM
Dang.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/12 09:12 PM
I forgot to add the following:
BAM!Thank you. Enjoy the rest of your day.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 03:12 PM
I got my son out on his first official "run" last night. We met up with a friend and her son, the boys ran a shorter route and us moms ran longer. He didn't want to go but I made him and he ended up enjoying himself and hopefully making a new friend.
I'm hoping that we can keep doing this and that this develops into a good, helathy activity that he will look forward to.
And it gives me a built in running partner.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 03:23 PM
They'll be motivated to get better, it has to be embarassing to be out-fitnessed by your mom!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 03:38 PM
::like:: bOaty
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 04:58 PM
He's still young enough not to be too 'macho'. He will let me out fitness him anyday....I'm trying to change that!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 05:40 PM
I didnt succeed with the Princess. At all.
I can out run the manchild. But I know better than to challenge him at wrestling. He's matching me in weight and I've got him by a 1/2 inch in height. It wont be long and my little 14 year old will be looking down on mommy.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 09:03 PM
You may have succeeded more than you know with the princess. Check in when she's 30... we'll see.
As for the other, sounds like you are raising a good and proper manchild. He is supposed to be bigger and wrestle better (even though you hate to lose at anything)! He has to catch up with his feet!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 09:34 PM
I did my situps and pushups at the gym last night in the corner, and I didn't realize anyone was paying any attention to me until the teenage kids wearing matching local high school sports team tshirts commented, "That's a LOT of pushups and situps!" as I was walking away. I told them it was 116 of each, because it was the 116th day of the year. They thought that was a great idea and decided to go "tell Coach", who was working out nearby.
The pushup challenge is still spreading, mid-year.
In other (non) news, my shoulders and oblique abdominals really really hurt.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 10:08 PM
Keep on keepin' on! You're doing great, above and beyond in fact.
It's a "good" hurt, hopefully? One that keeps it always in your mind that you're working hard, and that pain is your body telling you "Thanks for taking care of me! Now please use some ibuprofen or something...or else!"
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 11:05 PM
That's awesome BS!!!!!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/26/12 11:12 PM
It's a "good" hurt, hopefully? One that keeps it always in your mind that you're working hard, and that pain is your body telling you "Thanks for taking care of me! Now please use some ibuprofen or something...or else!"
"Pain is just weakness leaving the body." - my Army ex and all of his buddies (eyeroll)
Yes, the pain is just my body adjusting to me putting it through its paces. It's not a bad/wrong/injured kind of hurt. Just an ACK!/muscles waking up/I know we're in here somewhere under this layer of evil fat cells kind of hurt.
Thanks for the nice comments. What would I do without my BOL Pushup buddies and their encouragement? Hope I never have to find out....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/27/12 02:51 PM
Well that's good news! For me, the first set and the last set tend to stink, and hopefully the ones in the middle aren't too bad!
I'm into 5 sets now, still trying to mix up different styles and keep it challenging. Still not my favorite thing in the world to do, but at least I'm doing them!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/27/12 03:30 PM
Burnt - YOU ROCK!!!! Keep up the good work. And way to be motivating for the rest of us.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/27/12 04:16 PM
Ditto what NP said!!
Why does the gym always hurt more at 5 a.m.???
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/27/12 04:16 PM
Happy 118th day of the year to one and all!! I am happy to say that it sounds as if you all are spreading fitness faster than rats spreading bubonic plague!!
Way to go you Gym Rats?!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/27/12 04:34 PM
Way to make it sound like such an attractive and sexy thing B^3
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/27/12 07:18 PM
200 last night during the draft. None this morning but planning another 200 tonight during the draft.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/27/12 09:55 PM
See Pup.
See Pup push up.
Push up, Pup, push up!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 11:43 AM
Planning on some inclined push-up (small office) during my back to back meetings that will consume most of my day today. At least I can say that I was productive then.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 01:29 PM
Failed to do any pushups Friday, but I put up 308 on Saturday, 120 on Sunday and another 304 this morning.
Feeling good.
Now, if I could JUST get myself motivated to get some cardio work done!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 01:42 PM
::nudges bike in Pup's direction::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 01:43 PM
Pushups on the board room table, apparently frowned upon....
Who knew!?!?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 01:45 PM
I let a friend borrow my bike for the weekend. Just in from Germany, good guy, just chaptered out of the military with PTSD and bikes like a maniac to help control his issues. His bike is being shipped from Germany and won't be here until June. I thought it was a good cause.
If you could nudge about a 2-3 hour block of time, during which my family is completely frozen and put on hold, in my direction...that would be more helpful.
My mountain bike and I would then have a chance to become better acquainted.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 02:30 PM
If I lived close enough I'd offer to babysit
@ BB1 I think we need photographic evidence.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 05:37 PM
You want me to do this...again? And provice picture evidence of doing what I was told not to do again.....? Are you nuts!?!
OK.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 05:57 PM
Failed to do any pushups Friday, but I put up 308 on Saturday, 120 on Sunday and another 304 this morning.
Feeling good.
Now, if I could JUST get myself motivated to get some cardio work done!!
We are balancing the universe. I'm doing all cardio. No push ups. It's all good.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 06:19 PM
Failed to do any pushups Friday, but I put up 308 on Saturday, 120 on Sunday and another 304 this morning.
Feeling good.
Now, if I could JUST get myself motivated to get some cardio work done!!
We are balancing the universe. I'm doing all cardio. No push ups. It's all good.
And isn't "balance" what everyone hopes to achieve?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 08:32 PM
Failed to do any pushups Friday, but I put up 308 on Saturday, 120 on Sunday and another 304 this morning.
Feeling good.
Now, if I could JUST get myself motivated to get some cardio work done!!
We are balancing the universe. I'm doing all cardio. No push ups. It's all good.
And isn't "balance" what everyone hopes to achieve?
It only works if you both stand on the same teeter totter....sheeeesh!
PS
Boardroom table pushups reachieved and posted.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 08:33 PM
::runs to fb::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 08:36 PM
OMGoat B!!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 08:40 PM
Somebody had to do it!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 08:45 PM
At some point, they're going to just realize that you're going to continue doing weird things like this until you retire and they won't let you in the building again. That should be any time now, right??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 09:00 PM
I'm the only person that can crack the owners back....job security!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 09:02 PM
I'm the only person that can crack the owners back....job security!
Perhaps because he/she/they know if they don't allow it, you actually will crack their back?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/12 09:18 PM
Got my exercise at lunch. An older gentelman (yes older than me) was broken down on the road, so I pushed his car off to the side for him. Beautiful car, but very heavy and very long!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 02:01 PM
"What's that? Your fingers hurt? Well, now your back is gonna hurt because you just pulled landscaping duty. Anybody else's fingers hurt?"--Happy Gilmore
No. Joke.
How many pushups do I get credit for after 2 1/2 hours of landscaping duty? I can barely walk!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 02:11 PM
Good thing walking isn't required to do push-ups!
No mercy! Plus, it'll feel better to loosen up those muscles a bit. You don't have to do 300 or anything, how about you aim for...122?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 03:00 PM
I've been aiming to be able to stand after being seated for more than 20 minutes...so far, it's difficult.
I am hoping to be able to loosen up in order to do my 122 this evening, but I'm not making any promises. Besides, the landscaping project is not yet complete. I still have to spray and put in the new mulch! No power tools or ground to dig up there, though, so I should be good.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 03:10 PM
All kinds of crazy going on this morning. I registered for my second attempt at my second marathon. St Jude Memphis Marathon on December 1st. I am also a team captain for a St Jude Heroes team, we are fundraising for the hospital. If anyone is interested in partying on Beale street in December let me know. The more the merrier!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 03:43 PM
Beale is a good party!!! Lousy for calories but great for fun, food, music and adult beverage options!!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 03:45 PM
After 26.2 miles calories will be needed.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 04:05 PM
After 26.2 miles calories will be needed.
And a foot massage!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 04:06 PM
26.2 miles earns you the right to make several bad decisions!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 04:14 PM
And a foot massage!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 04:51 PM
<<----- Has made plenty of bad decisions after 26.2 miles
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 05:28 PM
<------ has made plenty of bad decisions after two blocks
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 05:32 PM
<------ has made plenty of bad decisions after two blocks
When were you playing with these blocks as we do not expect you to run 2 blocks
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 05:34 PM
I never said I ran
Posted By: Retired DQ
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 06:25 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/12 06:27 PM
Not in a recliner, and the weights are too big. I call this one a fake!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/12 11:26 AM
Not enough body hair either.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/12 01:57 PM
I've been aiming to be able to stand after being seated for more than 20 minutes...so far, it's difficult.
I am hoping to be able to loosen up in order to do my 122 this evening, but I'm not making any promises. Besides, the landscaping project is not yet complete. I still have to spray and put in the new mulch! No power tools or ground to dig up there, though, so I should be good.
Worked until about 8 last night, went home, sprayed the flower bed for weeds, went inside and did my 122 pushups and went to bed. Managed to get up this morning and do my 123. I'll put down the new mulch after work.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/12 02:29 PM
My ankles are happy again--ran on the treadmill this morning. It's supposed to be really warm for the next week or so, hopefully I can get outside again this weekend for another 5k practice. 18 days!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/12 03:30 PM
Good luck mani!!!
I'm alternating TRX days with running days now...until it gets too hot then I'm breaking out my newly tuned-up bike.
::drools::
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/12 03:47 PM
Good luck mani!!!
...until it gets too hot
You mean like last summer? Oh wait...we got gypped out of summer last year.
For Matty (drop and do 20); check out the video on the 90 Degree Pushup--OMG:
http://fitnessblackandwhite.com/pushup-workout/
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/12 04:02 PM
Yes, we sort of did. There were a few good weeks. This spring is already better than last years even though there have only been a couple of weeks of it so far.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/12 04:08 PM
You know, I used to be able to do those, back when I was an olympian (dual gold medalist, gymnastics and weightlifting, 1996), but I just don't think I could pull them off today. I've really let myself go since then!
Side note: holy carp. Let me quit my job and become a full time gym rat, maybe I can make that happen!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/03/12 04:46 PM
Did my pushups at the gym last night. Arms gave out in the last set and I fell flat on my face. My nose is still sore today... d'oh! I was already giggling when some random guy rushed over to make sure I was ok. Then he quipped, in a dry tone, "I think ya found yer limit there!" in the tone that comedian would say, "here's your sign!" Hahaha. So, I rested for a few minutes, did my crunches, then did the remaining few pushups.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/03/12 05:35 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/04/12 12:58 PM
Now that's what I call "going to failure"!!
::does the appropriate "I'm not worthy" bow::
Hope your nose is ok.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 12:00 PM
Between back-aches and sick kids, I've missed the last two days (immediately after bragging that I have been keeping up while doing landscaping, etc).
So, I'm roughly 250 behind.
Planning on getting today's done tonight and beginning to catch up tomorrow.
Pushups in Korea will be a test!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 12:06 PM
Pushups in Korea will be a test!
why is gravity different on the other side of the would?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 01:02 PM
Pushups in Korea will be a test!
Will the time change hurt you or help you?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 01:47 PM
Pushups yesterday are much easier than pushups tomorrow!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 01:53 PM
If you time it right, it'll be like a giant game of catch with the world as the ball! Unfortunately for Pup, he'll have all of us pushing the planet back at him. That'll be a real workout!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 02:41 PM
What if we all run in the same direction?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 02:45 PM
What if we all run in the same direction?
And that direction was counter to the rotation of the planet? Would we go back in time like that one Pepsi (I think it was?) commercial??
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 02:54 PM
New activity for June!!
::adds to itinerary::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 03:11 PM
I lose an entire day that I'll have to make up, and I can't see me ready for 150 pushups as soon as I step off the plane.
Mostly, it'll be a "time available" and "motivation" issue, I think.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 03:20 PM
Pretend you're in North Korea, then you'll have no option but to do them or face the consequences!
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 03:30 PM
Pushups in Korea will be a test!
can't you pay someone like $1 to do them for you, and be your cook, maid, and chauffeur? That's what Charles Emerson Winchester III would have done...
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 03:31 PM
I lose an entire day that I'll have to make up, and I can't see me ready for 150 pushups as soon as I step off the plane.
Mostly, it'll be a "time available" and "motivation" issue, I think.
Why are you waiting until you step off the plane? Shove that flight attendant and her drink cart out of the way, drop in the aisle and do your pushups, man!
Just kidding. Sort of.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 03:36 PM
FWIW, I do think that I'll be able to get a lot of pushups done in my hotel room. I understand that Itaewon is a part of town similar to Las Vegas in that people are up all night. If I can't sleep, I might as well do pushups.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 05:46 PM
why not start front-loading the pushups now, then you can take time off when there
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 09:06 PM
In Korea, they do them on their fists. Better knuckle up buddy!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/12 09:27 PM
Barefoot, on a floor sprinkled with broken glass.
My MWF workout, I have a few moves in the rotation that I skip either due to a lack of specific equipment, or being too silly to bother with. I substitute 25 decline push-ups in their place. It starts out one planned set of push-ups, but if I don't otherwise incorporate them, I get to the end of a rough 45 minute workout and still have all the rest of my push-ups to do, so this works out well.
So, yesterday for instance, I did all 128 as declines.
Today, I did all of mine during my core workout pre-run, then tried mixing up my run a bit. At the end of each mile, I dropped and did 10 front-clap push-ups. Doesn't seem like many, but it wasn't quite easy either!
I'm up to being able to do inclined one-arm, 3-4 of them is all, but still feel like I'm teetering on the edge of falling on my face!
Need to keep mixing it up though, to keep things exciting.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/12 01:44 PM
To keep things exciting, I take a few days off so that I have to play catch-up.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/12 02:46 PM
Barefoot, on a floor sprinkled with broken glass.
My MWF workout, I have a few moves in the rotation that I skip either due to a lack of specific equipment, or being too silly to bother with. I substitute 25 decline push-ups in their place. It starts out one planned set of push-ups, but if I don't otherwise incorporate them, I get to the end of a rough 45 minute workout and still have all the rest of my push-ups to do, so this works out well.
So, yesterday for instance, I did all 128 as declines.
Today, I did all of mine during my core workout pre-run, then tried mixing up my run a bit. At the end of each mile, I dropped and did 10 front-clap push-ups. Doesn't seem like many, but it wasn't quite easy either!
I'm up to being able to do inclined one-arm, 3-4 of them is all, but still feel like I'm teetering on the edge of falling on my face!
Need to keep mixing it up though, to keep things exciting.
Just dropping down and doing clappers may not be too tough, doing it mid run....that's toughening it up! Way to get inventive!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/11/12 02:25 PM
http://toughmudder.com/events/twincities/"Click to view full map"
Got an email last night with all the race day info, and the 3 page "participation agreement and liability waiver". A week from tomorrow! Going in shortly to visit my chiro again, need to get my ankle all repaired and operational before the race!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/11/12 05:06 PM
Yeah, the tough mudder is not an ankle friendly enviornment. Be careful with it!
A lot of fun though!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/11/12 05:45 PM
Yeah, the tough mudder is not an ankle friendly enviornment. Be careful with it!
A lot of fun though!!
Well, if I'm careful with football on Sunday, and volleyball on Thursday, it should be fine by next weekend I hope. Started sand league up last night, and it held up alright, but we played a terrible team so I was standing around for a bulk of the game.
Forward motion is perfectly fine, just the lateral stuff I have to watch out for! Usually it's not too annoying, but sometimes I do something that it doesn't like and it reminds me that it's a bit messed up and I should be nicer to it. Stepped through a roof a couple years ago with my left leg, but dropped the package of shingles on my right ankle. It's been out for revenge ever sense!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 11:17 AM
Signed up for a quarter marathon for the end of June. Also have a 5K for July and the Dirty Girl in August. If I can continue to build up my mileage, I want to do a half in September.
Just need to get better at stretching so my calves and IT band stops yelling at me daily.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 01:44 PM
Will you be storming the Bastille?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 01:53 PM
So, I'm "training" for this a little late in the game, but I rode 13 miles on Saturday and 17 on Sunday in "preparation" for a 30 mile ride in two weeks. I had been sick all week, coughing, congested, etc and the 17 miler yesterday (with lots of wind) has brought my cough back full force.
The good news is that I'm down to my lowest weight all year, having lost 12 pounds while still doing lots of pushups, taking supplements and drinking protein drinks daily. Feeling good overall so far.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 01:53 PM
Thats not till July 14th.(Bastille Day) Plenty of time!
Good Job NP!!
I have a Guiness Challenge Run this weekend. It should be fun (funny maybe).
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 01:57 PM
So, I'm "training" for this a little late in the game, but I rode 13 miles on Saturday and 17 on Sunday in "preparation" for a 30 mile ride in two weeks. I had been sick all week, coughing, congested, etc and the 17 miler yesterday (with lots of wind) has brought my cough back full force.
The good news is that I'm down to my lowest weight all year, having lost 12 pounds while still doing lots of pushups, taking supplements and drinking protein drinks daily. Feeling good overall so far.
Just stick with it Pup! Your body is adjusting and adapting. Stay strict on the foods, monday - Friday and you will really like the results. Chicken, turkey, rice, veggies, protein shakes...lot of high energy, low fat foods. You will like it!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 02:05 PM
I probably should have planned ahead a bit more and had my diet and exercise for this week a little more laid out.
Based on my minimal research, I believe I should eat as much fettuccini alfredo as possible, and drink a minimal amount of water. -Courtesy of the Michael Scott training manual-
I'm just going to more or less stay the course in the food area, workouts will be a little less strict, but not really much less.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 02:14 PM
The good news is that I'm down to my lowest weight all year, having lost 12 pounds while still doing lots of pushups, taking supplements and drinking protein drinks daily. Feeling good overall so far.
That's amazeballs Pup!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 03:24 PM
I probably should have planned ahead a bit more and had my diet and exercise for this week a little more laid out.
Based on my minimal research, I believe I should eat as much fettuccini alfredo as possible, and drink a minimal amount of water. -Courtesy of the Michael Scott training manual-
I'm just going to more or less stay the course in the food area, workouts will be a little less strict, but not really much less.
I'm a bigger fan of pasta primivera for energy stores. All the fat in the alfredo doesnt sit well with me when pushing my body hard. But if you've used it and it works....go with what works!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 05:19 PM
Will you be storming the Bastille?
Undecided at this point, but the discount I get through the bank does make it tempting.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 05:24 PM
I'm contemplating... it would be my first 5k, but normally am volunteering in the bignet stand that first night of the fest.
We'll see...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 05:26 PM
I'm a bigger fan of pasta primivera for energy stores. All the fat in the alfredo doesnt sit well with me when pushing my body hard. But if you've used it and it works....go with what works!
Was a joke
. If you've seen the Office episode where they run a 5k to help "cure" rabies, you'll get it. If not...well, just know it's a joke!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/14/12 05:28 PM
:self head slap:
I have! Didn't even think about it!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 07:14 PM
Got lucky Friday night in downtown St. Paul, the place we went to eat had a build your own pasta special and it turned out to be pretty darn good! At that point, I because severely disillusioned by the group that I was going with, as they ordered pop/soda/coke (regular even), big burgers and fries.
These guys, trainers at one of trendy extreme workout places, were decently strong (the tribal armband tattoos told me that right away
) and lots of fun to hang out with, but not the serious athletes I was somewhat expecting. Probably for the best, or they would've been far beyond our fitness level.
We had the best spot for the weekend I'm pretty sure. 9:20 Saturday. By the afternoon it was up to the 90's, but in the morning it was mostly overcast and a bit cooler. I saw yesterday's group had temps in the 60's and some rain, everybody at the finish line was wrapped in a heat blanket. Not sad that I didn't have to deal with that!
Great course, not quite as brutal as expected, a few of the trickier obstacles weren't there for some reason. My friend that I went with (we then met up with a group of 60+ from the gym) is diabetic and not as prepared (medically, he's in perfectly good shape) for the race as expected, so when his blood sugar went out of control around the 4-5 mile mark, that pretty much sealed our fate. Spent the next 4 miles walking, blowing through the obstacles when we got to them. By the time we were to the last 2.5 miles or so, he knew he wasn't going to be able to go back to running at all, so just sent me on my way to finish alone. I was itching to run, so it didn't take much convincing at that point, and I blew through the end of it probably looking like a nut-job to everyone around me that was unaware that I'd been on a nature hike for the last two hours instead of working as hard as them.
I'll go again, but will have to consider my group. May 18/19th, 2013 in Chicago. Team BOL??? We don't need a sponsorship really, but wouldn't turn it down either
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 07:19 PM
Team Beast Mode??
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 07:31 PM
Something with costumes would be fine too! Saw some great groups. Power Rangers, Avengers, the whole Scooby Doo crew, we'll have to be creative.
So that's a soft yes from Mani, I'm counting B^3 in as a definite, who else??
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 07:46 PM
Me, me! You're carrying me, right?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 07:49 PM
Wrong race NP, that's the Wife Carrying Race, which is also accepting applications over here in the WW thread ------------------------>>
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 08:01 PM
I already have a kilt!
Dont pick anything with masks, or hard parts to it (a buddy already tried Roman armor...bad idea) and I'll be game.
Most of the races change slightly from year to year. They try to keep the course fresh so you'll come back for another shot at it, plus runnning it the same way everytime deteriorates the course.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 08:17 PM
I don't want to look up while climbing a cargo net to see your kilt flowing in the breeze! No desire to have anything on my face, I sweat more than enough to melt off the permanent marker (bib number is also written across your forehead for identification purposes) without having any sort of additional encumberance.
NP's in the area and has now unwittingly given a "potential maybe yes"! We're up to 4! Going to need more if we want to build our own human pyramid to climb the muddy half-pipe.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/12 08:32 PM
Or just one more really tall guy!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/12 12:41 PM
So I'm fairly sure I strained (not bad enough to think I pulled)a combination of muscles in my right arm, from the edge of my forearm into my lower bicep. It's fairly tender at the joint, and anything similar to a curl results in a decent amount of discomfort and tightness afterward. I'm guessing it's a result of hanging over the top of walls and pulling people up, seems the most logical.
Thankfully, this doesn't impact push-ups, but it seems to limit what else I can do with weights especially, and pull-ups too. Rest I guess, as much as I hate rest.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/12 01:13 PM
Or just one more really tall guy!
::points to hubs::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/12 01:21 PM
Does he know you just signed him up? He has to sign his own waiver, but he can do that on the morning of, you just have to con him into showing up
.
My friend wants to go again, and have his wife hang out on the course to dispense insulin as required to keep him more in check. Too bad that one will be held in July next year! So, I might just do one in May and another in July, I think that's plenty of time to recouperate from anything short of a broken bone!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/24/12 05:47 PM
Running buddies - Figure this out. Haven't ran since Sunday and last night, I was standing in the kitchen and my hammies and glutes started quivering/flexing. It did this for probably 20 minutes. Today, we had a fire drill and I had to do 22 flights of stairs. Once down, my knees ached and the muscles around them are quivering. Guess this is a sign to take a few days off? Never had this before, but lately with my runs, my legs have been feeling more fatigued (not sore) than usual.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/24/12 05:54 PM
We're you dehydrated? Low on sugar? Low on potassium? Those are my first guesses.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/24/12 06:06 PM
Sugar issues can show up as many different thing.
There was not a earthquake at the time was there?
Sound like a question for BB^3
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/24/12 06:33 PM
Dehydrated, no. Sugar, no. Potassium - maybe? Earthquake, no.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/24/12 07:59 PM
Drink some tonic water, it will go away. Promiss.
It works for eye twitches and also helps keep cramps down.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 02:08 PM
This time of year I have to start drinking Powerade or Gatorade to keep silly stuff like that from happening. I hate drinking calories, but its necessary.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 02:10 PM
I like the G2 Gatorade - it's pretty light on calories and quences my thirst after a hot run. It also doesn't seem quite as "Harsh" as the regular Gatorade.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 02:15 PM
^^^^^ drinks the Hateorade
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 02:18 PM
^^ Puts the salt packets that come with the McDonalds fries in his Big Glug Pepsi and claims he needs to replenish his electrolytes.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 02:18 PM
I keep a salt lick in my truck
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 02:26 PM
nuun water.
Seriously, I think I may be addicted to that stuff, and if I have some before a short run, I don't even bother with the Gu or anything, and no cramps. Love it!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 04:36 PM
Those muscle tremors can be arrested by the quinine in the tonic water.
But the gatorade/powerade is absolutely needed if you are going to train in heat. Dehydration, heat prostration, heat stroke, cramps, death.....pick your reason.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 04:44 PM
Those muscle tremors can be arrested by the quinine in the tonic water.
That and stay away from areas subject to earthquakes.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 04:47 PM
Those muscle tremors can be arrested by the quinine in the tonic water.
That and stay away from areas subject to earthquakes.
Well yes, that too!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 05:12 PM
Those muscle tremors can be arrested by the quinine in the tonic water.
And it's good for treating malaria.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 05:17 PM
Or you can just eat the mosquitos as an appetizer before you spider dinner!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 05:32 PM
Just make sure you wash them first.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 06:03 PM
Tried tonic water - ick! Was it on account of it being diet? Can I mix something with it?
Ran 7 this morning without kinesio tape and I can barely bend my knee - even after PT worked on it. OUCH!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 06:37 PM
Tried tonic water - ick! Was it on account of it being diet? Can I mix something with it?
Gin
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/25/12 07:35 PM
Ol' Sarg's is the best!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 11:19 AM
Painted all weekend and feel like I've done way too many push-ups. My arms are like jello yet this morning.
I need a massage!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 03:42 PM
Tried tonic water - ick! Was it on account of it being diet? Can I mix something with it?
Ran 7 this morning without kinesio tape and I can barely bend my knee - even after PT worked on it. OUCH!
I never said it was tasty, just that it works.
Diet is nasty. And yes, you can add stuff (gin is common, but take it easy on that).
I like to but the small bottles of Schwepps and cut up a strwberry and put it in there. You can add lime, or even a little cut up pineapple. I've gotten use to it, so I just drink it. It does not require a huge amount to be effective. 4 small bottles will easily last a week.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 03:45 PM
Went on a great hike yesterday with some minor rock scaling. Thought about it afterwards, should have gotten a push-up pic over one of the gaps you can climb down into. About shoulder width and 20-30 feet down, would've made for a good one to have someone snap it when there were people below for scale!
A big 150 today! Who's excited about getting that many done in a day? That's two sets at best for Steve, probably not even a warm-up, but it felt like a lot for me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 03:57 PM
That would have made a killer pic!!
And yes, even the mighty Thor feels 75 pushups at a whack! (ouch)
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 04:15 PM
Went on a great hike yesterday with some minor rock scaling. Thought about it afterwards, should have gotten a push-up pic over one of the gaps you can climb down into. About shoulder width and 20-30 feet down, would've made for a good one to have someone snap it when there were people below for scale!
A big 150 today! Who's excited about getting that many done in a day? That's two sets at best for Steve, probably not even a warm-up, but it felt like a lot for me.
good thing you didn't fall, get your arm stuck and then have to cut it off
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 04:23 PM
Oddly, when traversing some of the areas where we were going over/under/around rocks, there were several jokes made about that. I was the only one with a knife though. In the unlikely event of an emergency, I promised I would run around with my hands in the air screaming as opposed to cutting them apart though.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 04:30 PM
So, my left leg completely cramped up on my 30 miler Saturday. At about mile 22, there was a rest stop. When I pulled in, my left arch cramped. I worked it out, ate a banana and refilled my water bottle. About 1 1/2-2 miles later, my hamstring started pulling, so I straightened my leg out, but then my quad and hammie completely tightened up, so I stopped.
I got going again and my right leg had a similar but milder cramp. On the last 1/2 mile in, my left leg seemed to cramp on every pedal stroke. When I stopped for good, my quad, hammie, calf and arch all cramped up, so I just stood there, left foot still clipped in, leaning on my right leg and waited it out.
I've never cramped like that, but I've also never gone for over 2 hours on a bike before either. Pre-hydration and prior evening meal I think were key. I'm also adding two bottle cages to my bike for my next ride in June.
All in all, I managed a 3:26/mile pace for the first 15 miles (North and West zigzags with the wind out of the SSE)and finished with about a 4:40/mile pace overall, after three stops and leg cramps on the return trip (South and East zigzags against the wind). I'm pretty happy with my 2:12 time.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 04:38 PM
Well done Chief. Sounds like it was a bit rough on you, but you pushed through it at least!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 04:45 PM
I totally missed your post. Sounds like you had a pretty good time this weekend.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 04:50 PM
After spending the first 2/3rds of the weekend at graduation ceremonies and parties, it was very needed to get out and work off some energy! 8 hours outside playing event photographer in 95 degree heat wears you down pretty fast!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 05:28 PM
I ran 5.3 miles on Saturday! Personal Best.
Still haven't decided if I'm going to try running in the Florida heat or not..... I'm leaning towards YES.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 05:28 PM
Way to go Pup and Matt_B!!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 05:29 PM
I think you have identified the issues ok. Dehydration, lack of prehydration and rest and you have not done the distance, so more riding needed.
Having said that, you did and amazing job! Glad you pushed through it ok!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 05:30 PM
I ran 5.3 miles on Saturday! Personal Best.
Still haven't decided if I'm going to try running in the Florida heat or not..... I'm leaning towards YES.
Mani! Mani! Mani!
I think you should, but enjoy it. Run on a beach so you can say you did. DOnt let it take over the vacay.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 05:34 PM
I ran 5.3 miles on Saturday! Personal Best.
Still haven't decided if I'm going to try running in the Florida heat or not..... I'm leaning towards YES.
I love running in the Keys... fairly level, just the right amount of humidity and sea breezes to be very comfortable for a nice long run...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 05:54 PM
Slow motion running on the beach, definitely. It looks so glamorous on TV, I'm sure it works just like that in real life.
Look out for sharks though, and zombie face eaters.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 06:23 PM
Running on the beach is NOT all it's cracked up to be unless you can find some really hard packed sand. I hate to burst your bubble and all. Just sayin...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 06:25 PM
I was thinking more along the causeways (sp?)... there is a great stretch just south of where we are staying without much traffic. Lots of people just park on the side of the road and fish. Or in Pass-A-Grille by all the little shops and on the sidewalk that runs along the beach.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 06:27 PM
Oh, yeah! Run on the wet part!! The dry stuff is a great workout, but you wont last long on it!
Fivefingers are great for running on the wet sand.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 06:31 PM
If you're on the Gulf side, you'll enjoy it more barefoot. If you're on the Atlantic side, wear shoes. It's a bit "shelly" over there!
When I was a little pup (16), I went to Delaware to visit my aunt and uncle for a couple weeks. I ran on Rehoboth beach, and it was pretty cool. And yeah, just to say you did it is about all I suggest.
You've earned your rest, my dear, enjoy it!
Nice job on the 5.3, by the way!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 06:44 PM
Running on the beach is NOT all it's cracked up to be unless you can find some really hard packed sand. I hate to burst your bubble and all. Just sayin...
I was just picturing a hot Baywatch sort of scene honestly, I had no illusion that running in sand would be easy or fun.
My volleyball time gives me enough of a clue that running in sand isn't "fun"!
Stay away from where the gators are too!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:19 PM
Between gators and face eating zombies, your 5K time should be pretty good!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:20 PM
I did it! I changed my name! presenting "Wonder Woman"!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:21 PM
I did it! I changed my name! presenting "Wonder Woman"!
:Hi five:
::super hero chest bump::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:23 PM
How YOU doin', WonderWoman?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:26 PM
I did it! I changed my name! presenting "Wonder Woman"!
:Hi five:
::super hero chest bump::
^^ Has shirt and underoos with your "picture" on it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:26 PM
Hi WW!!! Nice spandex
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:30 PM
I did it! I changed my name! presenting "Wonder Woman"!
:Hi five:
::super hero chest bump::
^^ Has shirt and underoos with your "picture" on it!
I sure hope you are talking about her!!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:37 PM
She better not have a shirt and underoos with your picture on it...how would that be explained?? I call shenanigans!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:38 PM
I'm partial to the invisible jet.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 07:57 PM
I'm so confused on what's going on right now ... hahahaha.
The name of my car is "The Invisible Jet"
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 08:08 PM
Mine's called Hammer of the Gods. Catchy, but so hard to fit on a license plate....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 08:15 PM
I've had: Alvin, Cletus, Edward, El Guappo, Chester and Lady Clementine.
I have never named a car though. I also don't share my name with the car. It'll make it harder for either of us to testify against the other in court.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 09:14 PM
I'm so confused on what's going on right now ... hahahaha.
The name of my car is "The Invisible Jet"
I read that on FB once...something about getting "The Invisible Jet" washed.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 09:16 PM
There is a reason WW never rode around au naturel. Invisibil jets offer little in the way of SPF!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 09:31 PM
Matt, that's only 6 cars...I won't go into how many I've had.
I think I've had that many Fords alone...add a Datsun, a Chevy, a couple Dodges, a couple Mitsubishis....
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 09:32 PM
Perhaps it is a UV protective invisible jet...
Perhaps WW will test out that theory...and post pics...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 09:39 PM
Matt, that's only 6 cars...I won't go into how many I've had.
I think I've had that many Fords alone...add a Datsun, a Chevy, a couple Dodges, a couple Mitsubishis....
Well, I've been driving for 10ish years, so a car every year and 8 months or so. If you went through them as fast as me, you'd have outlived at least 20 or so!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 09:50 PM
Ya'll must have missed the photos of me washing "The Jug Runner" (hubby's boat).
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 09:55 PM
That seems very unlikely. I'll have to e-stalk you later!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/12 10:06 PM
privacy settings my friend ... privacy settings
Though if you find a photo album titled "Josh's outdoor adventures" - it may be in there.
*disclaimer* any & all comments are visible to my husband ... hahahahahah
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 01:48 PM
Why taunt with such things then? I didn't try to look, I apologize!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 02:19 PM
A discussion of how many vehicles I have had in the last 40 years would somewhat voluminous. But the range is from a 1967 Rambler Rebel SST to a BMW 540. Everything else fell in there somewhere.
Oh, then there are the motorcycles.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 02:29 PM
And that's not even counting the 30 years prior to that!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 03:13 PM
Over the past 29 years:
1978 Subaru Brat
1984 Subaru Brat
1980 Ford Bronco
1987 Dodge D-50
1978 Ford Bronco
1986 Ford Ranger
1987 Ford Escort
1991 Dodge Dakota
1993 Ford Escort Wagon
2000 Ford Windstar
1998 Ford F-150
2002 Ford Windstar (replaced the transmission twice in 40,000 miles)
2003 Ford F-150 (still have this one)
2006 Toyota Highlander (lost in divorce)
2007 Ford Focus (rest in peace)
2010 Toyota Corolla (just bought this one)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:01 PM
Over the past 29 years:
1978 Subaru Brat
1984 Subaru Brat
1980 Ford Bronco
1987 Dodge D-50
1978 Ford Bronco
1986 Ford Ranger
1987 Ford Escort
1991 Dodge Dakota
1993 Ford Escort Wagon
2000 Ford Windstar
1998 Ford F-150
2002 Ford Windstar (replaced the transmission twice in 40,000 miles)
2003 Ford F-150 (still have this one)
2006 Toyota Highlander (lost in divorce)
2007 Ford Focus (rest in peace)
2010 Toyota Corolla (just bought this one)
::missing BOL musical notes::
"Memories....."
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:15 PM
Over the past 29 years:
1978 Subaru Brat
1984 Subaru Brat
1980 Ford Bronco
1987 Dodge D-50
1978 Ford Bronco
1986 Ford Ranger
1987 Ford Escort
1991 Dodge Dakota
1993 Ford Escort Wagon
2000 Ford Windstar
1998 Ford F-150
2002 Ford Windstar (replaced the transmission twice in 40,000 miles)
2003 Ford F-150 (still have this one)
2006 Toyota Highlander (lost in divorce)
2007 Ford Focus (rest in peace)
2010 Toyota Corolla (just bought this one)
::missing BOL musical notes::
"Memories....."
If that 1980 Bronco could talk......
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:31 PM
Sheesh, TJ, you go through a lot of cars!
68 Nova
86 Mazda 626
78? Toyota Corolla
60 Chevy pick up
?? Dodge Caravan
97 Toyota Camry
99 Toyota Camry
03 Chevy Silverado (still driving)
08 Mazda 3 (still driving)
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:35 PM
I have more vehicles in my yard right now than I've had over the past 30 years!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:40 PM
Sheesh, TJ, you go through a lot of cars!
Well, about half of those were jointly owned with my ex and she drove/wrecked/destroyed them. I actually drove the Dodge Dakota for about 10 years and have been driving my F-150 for about 9 years. The Focus (may she rest in peace) and Corolla were/are shared with my daughter - which means I drive them to the gas station and back.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:40 PM
Now I know the security question answer to "Make & Year of your first car".
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:43 PM
Now I know the security question answer to "Make & Year of your first car".
Social Engineer ^^^^^^^^^^
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 04:59 PM
'93 Explorer - Wrapped it around a tree (technically parent's car, drove it in high school)
'82 Skylark - $500 First car I bought myself, was born before me. Blew up the engine.
'92 Skylark - $650 Engine block cracked
'91 LeSabre - $700 Transmission went out
'95 LeSabre - $2000 Tragic loss in a murder/suicide accident
'07 Sonata - My first car loan (Awww!), just over a year old now.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 05:03 PM
Sheesh, TJ, you go through a lot of cars!
68 Nova
86 Mazda 626
78? Toyota Corolla
60 Chevy pick up
?? Dodge Caravan
97 Toyota Camry
99 Toyota Camry
03 Chevy Silverado (still driving)
08 Mazda 3 (still driving)
68 Nova Rocks!!
Same with the 60 Chevy pickup!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 05:12 PM
My list would clog the site. But some were bought just to flip.
Partial list includes -
67 Rebel SST
70 Opel GT
70 MGB
72 MGBGT
73 Trans Am
69 Mustang
70 Blazer
68 Chevy 4x4
76 Chevy stepside 4x4
68 jeep
79 trans am
80 Monza Spyder
83 Mustang GT
87 trooper
93 Probe GT
95 BMW 5 series
95 Silverado 4x4
00 silverado
02 BMW 3 series
06 Silverado 4x4
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 05:13 PM
forgot -
72 Porsche 914
68 Porsche 912
77 Porsche 911
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 05:14 PM
Over the past 29 years:
1978 Subaru Brat
1984 Subaru Brat
1980 Ford Bronco
1987 Dodge D-50
1978 Ford Bronco
1986 Ford Ranger
1987 Ford Escort
1991 Dodge Dakota
1993 Ford Escort Wagon
2000 Ford Windstar
1998 Ford F-150
2002 Ford Windstar (replaced the transmission twice in 40,000 miles)
2003 Ford F-150 (still have this one)
2006 Toyota Highlander (lost in divorce)
2007 Ford Focus (rest in peace)
2010 Toyota Corolla (just bought this one)
::missing BOL musical notes::
"Memories....."
If that 1980 Bronco could talk......
...hopefully you could keep it away from CheekEE
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 05:55 PM
Sheesh, TJ, you go through a lot of cars!
68 Nova
86 Mazda 626
78? Toyota Corolla
60 Chevy pick up
?? Dodge Caravan
97 Toyota Camry
99 Toyota Camry
03 Chevy Silverado (still driving)
08 Mazda 3 (still driving)
68 Nova Rocks!!
Same with the 60 Chevy pickup!
The Nova was an SS!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 05:56 PM
Now I know the security question answer to "Make & Year of your first car".
I hesitated when I listed it.
Posted By: waldensouth
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 06:13 PM
'70 Ford Maverick
'81 Datsun (only brand new car I've ever owned - AC never worked!)
?? LaSabre (was my mom's - she wanted a new car and me out of that Datsun - in the '90's)
?? Ford Thunderbird (bought in 1996 - used from boss' wife - he wasn't giving up his Spyder)
'02 Mercury Sable SW (only 1 year old - dealer car)
'06 Chrysler T&C van (purchased '09)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 06:38 PM
I knew a set of twins in high school that had matching Mavericks. Both with 302 V8's and pretty quick for small blocks!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 07:00 PM
I knew dated a set of twins in high school that had matching Mavericks. Both with 302 V8's and pretty quick for small blocks!
Fixed
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 07:04 PM
Their mavericks were baby blue. I assume pink was not available.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 07:11 PM
Now I know the security question answer to "Make & Year of your first car".
Social Engineer ^^^^^^^^^^
Seriously - I'm awesome at finding people. We've recouped a couple loans because of my "skills". The Special Assets guy keeps wanting me on his team. I'm like ... naaaaah ... BSA is too much fun!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 07:14 PM
I've been known to track down one or two people myself
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 07:17 PM
I could stalk people professionally, but for now it's just a hobby!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 08:42 PM
I've been known to track down one or two
people boys who looked at my daughter myself
Fixed
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 09:09 PM
I have never hunted down anybody and know nothing about those bodies at the lake!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/30/12 09:57 PM
69 Dodge Coronet (sold, bought back and sold again)
81 Datsun 510 (blew a piston)
85 Ford Tempo (rolled)
78 Chevy Caprice Classic (sold, new owner totalled it)
82 Ford Escort 2 door hatchback (college roadtrip car, sold)
85 Dodge Daytona (LOVED this car, sold)
85 Buick Century (tranny went out in an ice storm in So Dak)
81 Mercury Cougar (sold cheap)
85 Honda Accord (money pit...engine was great, nothing else was)
95 Ford Aspire (ex wife totalled...not her fault)
94 Ford Escort Wagon (great little car...tore up the Autobahn)
00 Ford Taurus (lost in the divorce)
89 Ford F-150 Ext Cab (electrical problems)
94 VW Passat Wagon VR6 (name it, I fixed it)
03 Ford Focus (shredded 2nd gear twice...under warranty for both)
03 Mitsubishi Diamante (LOVED IT...sold to my brother)
09 Pontiac G8 GT (best car ever...traded)
08 Ford F-350 Dually Turbo Diesel King Ranch (traded)
08 Ford Explorer (still have)
11 Ford F-150 4x4 King Ranch (traded the G8 and 350 for this)
94 Mitsubishi GT 3000 (my new toy)
Motorcycles
81 Yamaha Seca 750
81 (I think) Hondamatic 400
83 (I think) Suzuki GS 550 E
78 Yamaha Special 750 full dress
86 Kawasaki Concours
03 Kawasaki ZZR 1200 (still have)
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/31/12 11:53 AM
I have never hunted down anybody and know nothing about those bodies at the lake!
Riiiiiigggggghhhhttttt.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/31/12 04:22 PM
87 Chevy Caprice Classic (Bear, Bus, Ditch - was three different colors by the time I was done with it)
Dodge Aries - then -
Plymouth Reliant (which the car boys know is exactly the same car)
Ford Festiva (which the husband affectionately called "coffin on wheels")
Dodge Red Car something I don't remember
Daytona (Pup helped me remember the name)
All of the cars above I lost to blown head gaskets. Walked on the side of the road in the dark MN winter many times.
Chevy Truck ("Heavy Chevy") <-- still see it driving (or sitting) on the hwy to this day. The truck we moved to Cali in with everything we owned in the back.
1999 VW Jetta (called him "Brett Favre" - before he started showing his wiener around everywhere) (traded in for Tundra)
1987 Chevy Truck ("Kidnapper Truck") (still own - lawn ornament)
2006 Toyota Tundra ("Tundra Down Undra") (still own - hubby took over)
2003 Lexus ("The Invisible Jet") (current)
I think I moved up over the years?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/12 04:45 PM
87 Chevy Caprice Classic (Bear, Bus, Ditch - was three different colors by the time I was done with it)
Dodge Aries - then -
Plymouth Reliant (which the car boys know is exactly the same car)
Ford Festiva (which the husband affectionately called "coffin on wheels")
Dodge
Red Car something I don't remember
Daytona (Pup helped me remember the name)
All of the cars above I lost to blown head gaskets. Walked on the side of the road in the dark MN winter many times.
Chevy Truck ("Heavy Chevy") <-- still see it driving (or sitting) on the hwy to this day. The truck we moved to Cali in with everything we owned in the back.
1999 VW Jetta (called him "Brett Favre" - before he started showing his wiener around everywhere) (traded in for Tundra)
I remember that one!! 1987 Chevy Truck ("Kidnapper Truck") (still own - lawn ornament)
2006 Toyota Tundra ("Tundra Down Undra") (still own - hubby took over)
2003 Lexus ("The Invisible Jet") (current)
I think I moved up over the years?
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/12 11:26 PM
So back to pushups and / or exercise....
Stupid padded-butt shorts did NOT help at spin class today. But I pedaled away regardless cuz I'm tough liek that.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 01:42 AM
My list is only 1 car long, I was a 'virgin' until about a year ago. Bought my own car for the first time.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 01:43 PM
Prior to that you were a freeloader then? Did you just get rides everywhere, or make other people buy them for you?? Either way, why did you stop?!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 01:53 PM
I drove an extra car that belonged to my parents. So yeah, a freeloader I guess.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 04:00 PM
Your butt will
touchen toughen up over time.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 04:04 PM
Freudian slip??
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 04:07 PM
Doh!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 05:07 PM
The padded shorts helped more than you know. After you ride a bit, it will no longer bother you....promise!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 05:17 PM
Butt toughening -
A show of hands, who all thought you would be talking about that today?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 05:36 PM
I'm actually going without my padded butt shorts tonight at the duathlon. It's going to be a fairly equal amount of time running and riding...I hate running with diaper butt.
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 06:27 PM
Hahaha, I felt liek I was wearing a super-mega-maxi pad!!! Y'all say it will toughen up, but i been doing it once a week for two months now...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/12 09:09 PM
I looked at bikes this weekend......
then I bought another pair of running shoes.
$100 shoes are really cheap, comparatively speaking!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 02:03 PM
http://warriordash.com/register2012_iowa.php#Two hours away, not too bad. But...it's the weekend before the wedding. Is it worth the potential risk of injury/scraping up my face, knowing that if I show up to the wedding with a cast on, she'll kill me??
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 02:34 PM
You should probably pass on that one if you know what's good for you.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 02:40 PM
she will not kill you. Remember at a wedding the guy is an accessory (like a purse). Could you imagine her destroying her purse (even if it has a few scratches) prior to the wedding?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 02:43 PM
If it was supposed to be perfect and it wasn't? Yeah, I can see her going into a fit of rage and tearing it apart.
She's not crazy, I promise!
I was pretty sad when I saw the date for it, first one in the state. Knew I wouldn't be doing it.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 03:24 PM
That stinks. I'd like to say "Go for it!" but my inner bride (she's in there somewhere I swear!) says don't push it. Stress levels will already be sky high that last week.
Plus, once you start driving... you may not stop!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 03:55 PM
Yeah, I won't mess with it. She was bad enough before the last race and then she was just worried about me making it to her graduation ceremony.
Western Iowa? I'd rather get married!
(no offense Pup!)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 04:05 PM
You're only chance would be if you could talk her into a mud based ceremony where she wears a bridal gown into the mud and you wear a kilt and you both crawl to the preacher while you repeat the vows......
Maybe next year would be a better choice.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 04:18 PM
Convince her to join you in the dash.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 04:39 PM
Ha to BBB. HAHA to Ed.
Color run in October, how about that instead?? I'm not sure I could talk her into that either, but it'd be fun to do one! I know BBB's a fan.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/06/12 08:29 PM
Doing a color run in July!! The daughter and I are doing it!
So are some other friends. They are a fun way to bring in none runnner type persons.
But I would make sure that the wedding is your primary focus of attention. Brides are just funny about that.....
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/07/12 05:15 PM
I'm doing a color run in the fall. That would be awesome to run through there with a white wedding dress
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/07/12 05:34 PM
<--- Has no gang affiliation, does not wear gang colors, and refuses to do any gang related races.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/07/12 06:41 PM
Gangist!
I know some that are thinking of doing it already, so who knows. Apparently they book up fast, or are expected to, so I don't know if I'll be decisive enough to make it happen in time or not.
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/08/12 01:24 PM
[quote=Matt_B]
http://warriordash.com/register2012_iowa.php#[quote]
Thanks for posting this.
We just registered for the one in our area. It fell 2 months after our first 5k so we should be ok if we keep the training up and I know it will keep the motivation up.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/08/12 02:05 PM
We just registered for the one in our area. It fell 2 months after our first 5k so we should be ok if we keep the training up and I know it will keep the motivation up.
Awesome! I think that's more than enough time to be able to survive it, yeah. I'll have to find one that I can do, just some other time I guess.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/08/12 04:15 PM
I wonder if I work hard enough, if I could fit into my wedding dress for the color run in NY in August... That would be Hysterical! Bringing my (younger) daughter along for the run, too, even though it will be some slow going.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/08/12 04:50 PM
THAT IS AWESOME AliCat!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/08/12 09:10 PM
If I ever fit into my wedding dress ... someone feed me a sandwich.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/08/12 09:17 PM
I'm with you WW! I was about 20 lbs lighter when I wore it. I know where 10 lbs can come from, but not 20.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 12:55 PM
It's gotta be all muscle Jen...all that running/riding you do.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 01:24 PM
LOL...I wish. I looked a bit like Skeletor though, I wouldnt want to be that thin.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 01:27 PM
My wedding dress is still hanging in our spare bathroom... it's been over a year now. I don't think I ever even got it cleaned...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 01:57 PM
Freak is going to faint if he sees that!
164 today, miscounted. Math that early on a Monday morning...too much for me I guess. That one extra one didn't quite kill me at least.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 02:29 PM
Just go for 200. Even numers are easier to do in sets once your brain gets oxygen depletion.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 02:38 PM
Haha. I do it all beforehand and figure out how to structure my sets, but if I start with the wrong number...oh well.
Trying to keep it to 4 sets, it's working so far. So, on Friday it was 4 sets of 40, Saturday was 41/40/40/40, yesterday was 41/41/40/40, today should have been 41/41/41/40. You get the idea I'm sure.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 02:55 PM
I've been doing 5 sets and increasing each set by 5 when the number I am doing and the day of the year are about to sync up. Currently doing 5 sets of 35 and about to increase to 5 sets of 40. Getting better each day and much encouraged by the efforts I am reading about here and on the Facebook.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 03:10 PM
I'm with you WW! I was about 20 lbs lighter when I wore it. I know where 10 lbs can come from, but not 20.
I was 18 when I got married. So a very tiny highschooler with no boobs.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 03:23 PM
I'm currently being inspired by a friend's little sister. She's had an amazing "career" already as a college runner at Iowa State.
Link First things first. Nelson ran with the leaders throughout the race the 10,000-meter race Thursday night as the pack of frontrunners got smaller and smaller. She finished with a time of 32:47.43 as Natosha Rogers of Texas A&M won the battle in 32:41.63.
This was only her fourth 10,000 meter race, which is 25 laps around the track for 6.25 total miles. 6.25 miles in under 33 minutes... so about 5:24 per mile! She's going to the olympic trials this month. It's nuts. She'd probably have placed higher if the last month had gone better for her, but had to take some time off to be at home after her mom passed away (long battle with medical issues, very rough on the family). The girl usually runs 10 miles in the morning and 7 or so at night, and has a 6,500 calorie diet (which I'm very jealous of!). Very excited to see how the next few years go for her.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 04:11 PM
Wow! That is a tough training schedule! I would be a little worried about overtraining and repeated use injuries. I am sure they are breaking those up into interval training along with the distance runs too.
Oh to be young and too dumb to know what I am doing to myself.
Those are really good times Matt. She is an impressive athlete!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 04:18 PM
She's single too, but a bit too young for you. Sorry
Don't know how you'd even have time for class, let alone extra curriculars with that schedule!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 04:34 PM
She's single too, but a bit too young for you. Sorry
is she 80?
Someone had to post it.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 04:48 PM
Those kinds of numbers inspire me to take a nap.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 09:16 PM
She's single too, but a bit too young for you. Sorry
is she 80?
Someone had to post it.
Speak up boy! I can't here ya!!
Posted By: Dip
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 10:02 PM
So this is kinda a personal pride moment I thought I'd share. When I get back to work after goign to the gym, when I put my pants back on, the butt and thighs are TIGHT. Cuz all that muscle I'm building gets all pumped up! Yay! And the new wedding dress has a full skirt, so no worries about how fab my a$$ gets
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/12 10:21 PM
::high five::
::waits for the boys to request pics on fb.....::
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 01:19 PM
so no worries about how
fab my a$$ gets
Type? I think not.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 02:03 PM
At this point, I wouldnt think we would need to request them...
::Tapping foot, waiting impatiently::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 02:20 PM
It may be time for a round of updated photos, although I will say the only difference between my March 31 pics and any I take now is that now I have tan lines.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 02:25 PM
Pictures of tan lines are always acceptable.
I don't think I have anything new or different to show myself. I got a hair cut last week, don't think that qualifies though.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 03:12 PM
I found a photo of me from a couple years ago that is truly astounding ... why didn't I notice how big I got?
I'm waiting for that perfect bikini picture before I do another B&A.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 03:54 PM
Wait...the next group of pictures will be our BAs? Okay...I'm in.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 04:00 PM
The Adductor Brevis muscle?? That could get racy pretty quick, or just downright awkward.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 04:14 PM
I think the Aluminum Man pic is my latest "after" pic....
but Ok, I'm in.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 04:19 PM
They sure did have to twist your arm! I'd not be surprised if you showed up to work with no shirt on, just for the fun of it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 04:33 PM
I'll just refer everyone to my vacation photos.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 04:48 PM
If anyone has trouble finding them, I have them bookmarked.
Does that make me sound creepy? Probably...
I just like the beach, what can I say!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 06:07 PM
Does that make me sound creepy?
Well......
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 06:13 PM
Yes, Matt. Yes it does.
hahahaha
So how many pushups are we supposed to be doing today? I got stuck at 150, and haven't increased since then, but have kept doing the 150 daily (except Monday, when I was sick). I've lost track... help!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 06:14 PM
Good thing I was kidding!
Today is 165, still pretty close!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 06:18 PM
^^^ not kidding.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 07:21 PM
165 thanks!
(snickers at mani's comment)
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 07:24 PM
Don't mention snickers! Mani doesn't need temptations.
No need to bookmark if it's set as wallpaper! (at home, not at work, that would just be weird)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 07:35 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 07:41 PM
You can be a hot dude, it's ok. It's not weird, I promise!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:15 PM
You can be a hot dude, it's ok. It's not weird, I promise!
Matt, the first rule when you are in a hole is to quit digging!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:23 PM
Dont tell him that...it was fun to watch the train wreck.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:26 PM
Nope. Dig lower until you hit the water table, then start slinging mud!!
I'm not scared of offending Mani, she gets me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:27 PM
::tosses the shovel back in the hole::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:28 PM
If this were a sitcom, I believe the conversation would now go to:
Me: It's not that I think you're a guy, I mean duh. I just don't think of you in
that way.
Her: Oh, so I'm not good enough for you, is that what you're saying? You don't think I'm attractive?
Me: ::Stammers::
...cuts to commercial break...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:30 PM
Is this the part where I freak out like a crazy-hormonal-bridezilla-mob-wives-jersey-shore type beast?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:35 PM
Yep! Then I guess I have to tame the beast with some chocolate and flowers? Is that how it works?
How about we get a few Blue Moons, bowl a bit and call it a day like any regular dudes would? That's more your style anyway!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 08:40 PM
Wow it totally is. You really get me Matty.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 09:01 PM
::Walks off into the sunset::
Sorry, no train wrecks here Jen!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 09:01 PM
wait, your avi is confusing me
are you a chick or a man?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 09:26 PM
A shemale
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 09:35 PM
She's a woman, of course. She's just a cool one that sips on a beer and watches sports while she's painting her nails instead of [insert stereotypical female television program].
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/12 09:58 PM
Paint my nails?
I rarely ever do that.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 09:30 AM
I've seen pictures. If Mani is a dude, he has a really, really smokin' hot wife. Just sayin'.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 12:22 PM
Now you are saying that Mani has a wife?
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 01:10 PM
I am so confused.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 01:12 PM
Guess ya'll better show up in OKC in a week and find out!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 01:15 PM
Or fb me if you trust the interwebs.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 01:15 PM
I will just wait for the Girls (I hope) gone wild DVD.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 02:03 PM
Keep dreaming!
What happens in OKC, stays in OKC.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 02:40 PM
Ever heard of camera phones, Facebook, and BBB?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 02:41 PM
BBB knows better.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 02:55 PM
ATM cameras, Secuity cameras, Police reports.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 03:06 PM
BBB has many a secret that will die with him....or whoever needs to die to keep them.
Party with abandon ladies, your secrets will be safe.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 03:30 PM
ATM cameras, Secuity cameras, Police reports.
Good luck with that...I know this FANTASTIC lawyer in OKC. I'm not worried at all.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 03:31 PM
He will take pictures in the lockerroom, but he draws the line there!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/14/12 03:48 PM
ATM cameras, Secuity cameras, Police reports.
Good luck with that...I know this FANTASTIC lawyer in OKC. I'm not worried at all.
I wouldnt be either! The attorney in question is scary!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 02:05 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:06 PM
I am too old to do that.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:12 PM
Well yeah, you are. But there is still hope for some of us!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:22 PM
As soon as I got to the point where I hit the gender definition in my embryonic development, the possibility of being a grandma that wins a bikini contest dropped to 0. I do not feel cheated by this though, it's okay!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:22 PM
YOWZA!!!
She looks great!!!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:24 PM
BBB, thanks for the link! Very impressive 64-year-young woman for sure. Inspiration for today!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:25 PM
As soon as I got to the point where I hit the gender definition in my embryonic development, the possibility of being a grandma that wins a bikini contest dropped to 0. I do not feel cheated by this though, it's okay!
There's always Sweden and surgery!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:26 PM
Haven't worn a swim suit yet this summer... was going to this weekend but now it's cooling down. Can't wait to try out the new ones!!
*squee*
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:27 PM
There are plenty of examples of people that just dont give in to the clock. At the risk of sounding repetitive, getting older is inevitable, getting old isnt!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 03:58 PM
YOWZA!!!
She looks great!!!
Add another 15-20 years and she'd be my pin up girl in a heartbeat!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 04:00 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 07:15 PM
Haven't worn a swim suit yet this summer... was going to this weekend but now it's cooling down. Can't wait to try out the new ones!!
*squee*
::Pulls up a beach chair::
Go ahead!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 07:26 PM
:Pulls up 2nd beach chair and a bucket of Coronas:
Who's that babe over there?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 07:42 PM
::Waits of pictures to show up on Facebook::
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 08:20 PM
Is that 64 year old single?
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 08:29 PM
don't try and rob the cradle
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 08:34 PM
I work out....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 08:34 PM
^^^ totally heard the LMFAO song when I read that.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/21/12 08:44 PM
He's saxy and he knows it!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/22/12 12:30 PM
Race day tomorrow. And in honor of knowing that I will finish, I already bought me a new pair of running shoes to celebrate. . . . and break in for the Brewers Mini in September.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/22/12 12:36 PM
Have the very best time NP!!!
You will do great!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/22/12 01:11 PM
GOOD LUCK NP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/22/12 01:30 PM
You can dew it!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/22/12 04:48 PM
Have fun NP!!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/22/12 06:10 PM
Awesome, enjoy yourself NP!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/22/12 07:56 PM
I'll be wimping out and riding a short distance tomorrow in my event, so my hat's off to you. I hope your time is acceptable and motivating, and I hope you enjoy it!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 11:17 AM
Finished in 1:10:13!!! I'm proud of that time as that is pretty much my pre-injury pace from a few months ago. I'm still a bit stiff, but we'll let my PT deal with that this week and I've learned a few things with this race that I'd need to work on if I commit to the Brewer Mini (half) in September.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 01:54 PM
Congrats, NP! Very cool.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 04:21 PM
NotPerfect, congratulations!!! Great job.
Pup, how did your event go?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 06:07 PM
I think success is in how happy you are with your time and how your body feels afterward. Sounds like your weekend was a success!! Congratulations!!
My mind was changed for me after I signed up for my event. The distances were listed incorrectly on the registration form, so the 33 miler was no longer an option. I thought about doing 24 but signed up for the 38 mile ride.
Then, with peer pressure being a key factor, I didn't turn off to follow the 38 mile route and instead opted for the 46/53 mile routes. Of course, peer pressure still being a factor, I made the turn to follow the 53 mile route.
I definitely was not ready for a 50 miler and my body let me know. I didn't have cramping problems, but fatigue set in with the hills and strong headwinds on the added-on portion of the race. And, the longer I rode, the hotter it got...
The 53 miler actually measured 56 miles (go figure) and the last rest station was at 50 miles and on Ft. Sill. When I stopped for my last breather/refuel, I was informed that the gate for the route was being closed and that they were picking up remaining riders, so I didn't get to finish. I had JUST started feeling a little cramping in my quads over the last 5 miles or so, so I accepted it and was happy with having ridden 50 miles. My time was horrible, because I was completely gassed for the last 15 miles I rode and my pace was very slow...very often under 10mph. My finishing time was right around 4 hours, 45 minutes. I was using MapMyRide on my Droid, but the battery crashed at mile 45, so my ride was not completely monitored and I don't have an exact finish time.
Next race I'll cap out at 40 miles and see how the body feels during the late stages and afterward, and I'll go from there. Finishing prior to triple digit heat is in my best interest.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 06:13 PM
sounds like you will be ready for HHH Pup! Good job!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 06:24 PM
A friend of mine also rode the 53 miler. He finished in 3 hours. I have a ways to go.
HHH for me will be something more like the HH50, if I'm able to keep working out. I'll shoot for 50, though.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 07:07 PM
Good job, Pup, 50 miles is nothing to sneeze at, wow!
Even though it didn't go perfectly, I bet you learned a lot.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 07:16 PM
Finished in 1:10:13!!! I'm proud of that time as that is pretty much my pre-injury pace from a few months ago. I'm still a bit stiff, but we'll let my PT deal with that this week and I've learned a few things with this race that I'd need to work on if I commit to the Brewer Mini (half) in September.
Is this the same "Summerfest" thing that the Foo Fighters are going to be at Thursday?
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 07:52 PM
Finished in 1:10:13!!! I'm proud of that time as that is pretty much my pre-injury pace from a few months ago. I'm still a bit stiff, but we'll let my PT deal with that this week and I've learned a few things with this race that I'd need to work on if I commit to the Brewer Mini (half) in September.
Is this the same "Summerfest" thing that the Foo Fighters are going to be at Thursday?
Yup. The Rock n Sole kicks off Summerfest, which starts on Wednesday. My 5 year old wants to go see Fun. Would I be a good parent or a bad parent if I took my 5 year old to Summerfest on Friday for a 10pm concert of one of her favorite bands at the Miller stage and didn't bring her home until after midnight?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 08:00 PM
Depends. Are you buying the beer or no? If no...bad parent!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 08:03 PM
Good job, Pup, 50 miles is nothing to sneeze at, wow!
Even though it didn't go perfectly, I bet you learned a lot.
He learned the valuse of SPF2000!
Good Job Pup! He lived through it got lobstered up and still made the OKC trip!!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 08:04 PM
Good job, Pup, 50 miles is nothing to sneeze at, wow!
Even though it didn't go perfectly, I bet you learned a lot.
Yep. Consistent pacing is key. The next ride that I know of is at the end of July and is a 50 miler called "The Dehydrator". I'll be trying to get ready for that one. Hopefully, I'll have one or two more before then that I can ride. We'll see.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 08:05 PM
Sienna, you have to be pleased about that!! Great job!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 08:11 PM
Did 9.8 with Jen at the lake while she was in town, and despite the heat (91 or 92, depending on whose thermometer you believe) she made me stretch it out!
Thanks for the chance to break in the new shoes!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 08:17 PM
Finished in 1:10:13!!! I'm proud of that time as that is pretty much my pre-injury pace from a few months ago. I'm still a bit stiff, but we'll let my PT deal with that this week and I've learned a few things with this race that I'd need to work on if I commit to the Brewer Mini (half) in September.
Is this the same "Summerfest" thing that the Foo Fighters are going to be at Thursday?
Yup. The Rock n Sole kicks off Summerfest, which starts on Wednesday. My 5 year old wants to go see Fun. Would I be a good parent or a bad parent if I took my 5 year old to Summerfest on Friday for a 10pm concert of one of her favorite bands at the Miller stage and didn't bring her home until after midnight?
You could take me and I'd be the DD and buy you beer!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/12 08:22 PM
Finished in 1:10:13!!! I'm proud of that time as that is pretty much my pre-injury pace from a few months ago. I'm still a bit stiff, but we'll let my PT deal with that this week and I've learned a few things with this race that I'd need to work on if I commit to the Brewer Mini (half) in September.
Is this the same "Summerfest" thing that the Foo Fighters are going to be at Thursday?
Yup. The Rock n Sole kicks off Summerfest, which starts on Wednesday. My 5 year old wants to go see Fun. Would I be a good parent or a bad parent if I took my 5 year old to Summerfest on Friday for a 10pm concert of one of her favorite bands at the Miller stage and didn't bring her home until after midnight?
you could win parent of the year
it's a Friday! go for it!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 01:59 PM
Did 9.8 with Jen at the lake while she was in town, and despite the heat (91 or 92, depending on whose thermometer you believe) she made me stretch it out!
Thanks for the chance to break in the new shoes!
"She" didn't make anyone do anything..."she" about died. Stupid Diet Coke.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 02:30 PM
LOL! I wasnt going to tell that part!
Given the heat and humidity (and the stupid diet coke), you did great!
**note
Make no mistake, she can still run my butt in the ground.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 05:26 PM
Wow. 9.8 miles? Or 9.8 K? Bows to both of you... I'm not worthy, I'm not worthy!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 05:30 PM
Miles. We went out and saw where they ran, it was gorgeous, but the sight of it alone made my legs cry and want to take a nap!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 05:30 PM
9.8 miles...not sure how much we walked, but a lot after 6 miles when I started seeing stars and stole water from the golf course.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 08:26 PM
9.8 miles...not sure how much we walked, but a lot after 6 miles when I started seeing stars and stole water from the golf course.
"Stealing" is such a harsh word....you recycled it!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 08:59 PM
I hope it was not recovered water, a lot of golf courses do that...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 09:06 PM
I hope it was not recovered water, a lot of golf courses do that...
LOL! No, they have coolers at all the tee boxes with disposable cups. Its potable.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/12 09:08 PM
And in all fairness, We stopped once on my account so I could do some recycling too! The upside to hydrating well is that you are well hydrated! The down side is that you are.....well hydrated!!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/29/12 01:34 PM
Warrior Dash tomorrow. Hoping that I do not embarrass myself. I authorized the Warrior Dash Facebook app to update my status with my start and stop times.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/29/12 01:40 PM
YAY!! You'll do awesome PP!! Hopefully it won't be too hot up there.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/29/12 01:58 PM
Good luck!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/29/12 02:16 PM
There's no beer more enjoyed than one you have to work that hard for.
Good luck and enjoy!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/29/12 02:32 PM
Thanks for the encouragement. It is supposed to be in the low 90s tomorrow so I am thankful that my race time is 10am. Sooo looking forward to that beer afterward. You are right Matt it will taste especially good.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/29/12 03:14 PM
...unless it's Milwaukee's finest....
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/29/12 03:14 PM
PP, good luck! Have a ton of fun and enjoy the ice cold beer after.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 02:15 PM
Ok...update? Pride....you out there? Still muddy?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 02:23 PM
3 showers later and the water running off still has a brown tint? It happens!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 03:15 PM
Taking the bikes on a family trip to Iowa this weekend...that's how hardcore I am. My goal is 100 miles in the saddle between Saturday morning and Tuesday evening.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 03:24 PM
Make it a few hundred more and come visit!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 03:32 PM
Wow, go Pup go!!
I rode to work today.
The bike path is under construction though and it made it a challenge to get around all of that. Still, a loverly morning for a ride.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 03:38 PM
So you were doing all kinds of tricks and jumps through it? Ollies and whatever bike tricks are called, I have no idea.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 03:51 PM
Yep, that was me.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 03:54 PM
Ummmmmmm, no. That's a bit too far for me.
However, if you'd like to take a daytrip to Le Mars, I'd be happy to treat you to a pizza and a beer.
My plan is to ride a quick 10 or 20 upon arrival, if I'm not completely beat, depending on the time. We are leaving after work on Friday and driving through, so we should arrive around 5 or 6. If I can stay awake until daylight arrives, I'll be riding immediately.
Then, I would like to ride to Sioux City by squaring off the route, and that would end of being around 30.
The long ride would be to Vermillion, South Dakota for about 43 miles.
Also, my little brother's acreage is about 10 miles from my mom's, so I plan on riding that a couple times, depending on the schedule.
I have Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday to do this. Cooler temps and calmer winds should help A LOT. Wish me luck.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 04:11 PM
5 hours? I could make it to Chicago in less time than that!
Good luck, and hopefully the cooler temps you're talking about show up!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 04:33 PM
5 hours? I could make it to Chicago in less time than that!
Then WHY didnt you join me???
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 04:56 PM
Because you didn't invite me! And I had my bachelor party to attend, remember?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 04:59 PM
Trust me, Jimmy Buffet with hurricanes would have been more fun.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 05:10 PM
Next time you go, give me a little more notice and we'll see what I can do. Then you can prove it!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 05:11 PM
Deal.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 05:12 PM
::LIKE::
Come to Chi-town as often as you want.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 05:15 PM
The drive home yesterday was brutal!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 05:38 PM
I rode to work today.
Were you wearing yoga pants? Did you fall and cry like a girl? I know I would have....
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 05:56 PM
Ok...update? Pride....you out there? Still muddy?
I am here and I am alive. Time was much slower than I would have liked but I wanted to stay with my group and we had a couple people who could not go very fast. Had one in our group sprain her ankle pretty good on one of the obstacles about a mile into the race.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 05:58 PM
3 showers later and the water running off still has a brown tint? It happens!
Thankfully the race was at Afton Alps, a ski hill near Hastings, MN. To clean off the mud, they had 2 snow making machines spraying water on the participants. 2 times through there and a shower later and the mud was mostly off. Didn't feel fully clean until after my shower this morning.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 06:05 PM
Awesome job PP, be glad you got through it and next time will be an improvement! Tough break for your teammate, especially so early on. Watching your footing can be one of the hardest things in these I think.
Just saw an advertisement for a local one that's a similar set-up coming up in August. Of course it's the one Saturday that I'm working for the month...but I might have to see if I can get the day off!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 06:08 PM
Congratulations PP!!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 06:17 PM
I rode to work today.
Were you wearing yoga pants? Did you fall and cry like a girl? I know I would have.... No, but I've done that before.....I still have the scars on my knee.
Congrats PP!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 06:45 PM
Thank you all. I am glad I made it through and finished. This group is great at motivating me to get more active and get healthier. Thank you for that.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 06:55 PM
Are there going to be some PP Warrior Pics on the FB Pushup page?!?!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 07:18 PM
I second that motion...we need visual proof!!
Congrats, oh Nordic one.
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 07:37 PM
Anybody want to send me a link to the FB pushup page?
I'd like some extra motivation as well.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 07:40 PM
https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/214675548616197/
That "might" get you there...be sure to let me know who you are when you request to join, I've tried to pay attention to who's joined.
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 07:49 PM
Thanks, just sent the join request.
I didn't see the option of putting a message in there, but I'm the guy we the best looking baby you have ever seen as the main picture
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 07:53 PM
Got it, welcome!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/02/12 08:02 PM
Are there going to be some PP Warrior Pics on the FB Pushup page?!?!
I will see what I can do. My wife was not able to get a real good one of me after the mud pit, but a vendor (Bear Naked Granola) was there and took a before and after shot. The before has been posted for me but they have not posted the after yet. I am hoping shortly to be able to provide proof to the masses.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 11:57 AM
I just posted a couple of pics on the FB page from the end of the Warrior Dash. Please don't hate me cuz I'm dirty
(If you can't hit that softball then you shouldn't be playing the game)
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 12:36 PM
Heat Advisory through the rest of the week and I have a 5K at noon tomorrow on blacktop. Yippee!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 01:01 PM
Lots of water today NP! Is it possible they might try to change the time to earlier in the day?
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 01:17 PM
Definitely plenty of water and don't push yourself too hard. At the Warrior Dash we watched at least three ambulances take people away with either heat exhaustion or heat stroke this past Saturday. Be careful and good luck NP!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 01:39 PM
I'd go above water and work a Powerade in this afternoon and before the race tomorrow. Run smart!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 01:52 PM
Eat a raw potato with salt on every bite.
When I was a kid, I used to eat at least a full raw potato by fishing chunks out of the water on the stove before it boiled. After my first organized ride ever, a 30 miler during which I cramped up pretty badly, I was told that I should increase my salt intake a day or two prior and I should eat a potato, raw, unpeeled if I could stand it. I am told that potatoes work even better than bananas in preventing muscle cramps. Add the salt (not as good on a banana as it is on a potato), and that's even better.
I ate mine unpeeled and sprinkled salt on every bite before my 50 miler, and I only felt minimal cramping after about 45 miles.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 02:00 PM
Half of a potato has as much potassium as a banana, I'd guess that's to blame.
PP, that's a risk when you've got heat and mud, for sure! Hard for the skin to sweat when it's caked over, so makes overheating even more risky than it already is.
NP, good luck to you, it's gonna be a hot one!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 03:09 PM
Jen is right, use the gatorade. A 5K should not be long enough to dehydrate you during the race, but prehydrating today, tonight and EARLY tomorrow, is prudent.
Have a recovery drink after.
Dont load up right before or you will have "Slosh belly".
Also, nobody knows the size of your bladder like you do. Nobody wants to have a voiding issue mid race. Just sayin'
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 03:25 PM
that was TMI BBB1!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 03:44 PM
Also, nobody knows the size of your bladder like you do. Nobody wants to have a voiding issue mid race. Just sayin'
^^^ One of my fears during my first 5k
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 03:51 PM
^^ Wore depends, fear went away?
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 03:54 PM
So, we're heading up to Iowa Friday night (Come for a visit, Matt...free pizza and beer...iowa chops and cheesy hashbrowns on Sunday..and a good deal on a tattoo by my brother). It's roughly 11 hours (hopefully a bit shorter), and we're driving straight through.
I just found out (need to plan ahead) that there is an annual ride in my hometown that starts at 8am Saturday. We should arrive around 5 or 6.
I'm totally unpacking and heading downtown to ride a "quick" 25 miler. My goal of 100 miles over my 4 days there WILL be met.
Next year, I'll plan for this and head up a day or two early so I can ride the 60.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 03:55 PM
Also, nobody knows the size of your bladder like you do. Nobody wants to have a voiding issue mid race. Just sayin'
^^^ One of my fears during my first 5k
Makes you wonder about those mud pits....huh?
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/12 05:40 PM
Also, nobody knows the size of your bladder like you do. Nobody wants to have a voiding issue mid race. Just sayin'
^^^ One of my fears during my first 5k
Makes you wonder about those mud pits....huh?
It does now!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 02:55 PM
http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/communi...test=latestnewsthis Marine must do more than 2,700 a day and is doing more 600 an hour...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 03:02 PM
That man is ..... well....a MAN!
Apparetnly I need to do more.
Very cool story Pale!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 03:15 PM
This guy makes ^^ feel like I do when compared to ^^. I like it.
Posted By: Bluesfan57
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 04:22 PM
<------ started doing push ups at desk after watching this
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 05:33 PM
It...is....really....hard...to .....type...(carp)...while....doing.....pushups on....the.....desk!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 05:36 PM
I figured you'd use the hunt and peck method of typing. I wouldn't think that if you're doing one-arm pushups, it would be any slower than usual!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 06:43 PM
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/06/12 07:06 PM
What an amazing man! Thanks for posting that... very inspirational.
Triple-B, looks like you're slowing down there. What's the deal? Hup hup hup!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/07/12 02:30 PM
Okay, a question for my fellow runners. The past few Saturdays I've been stuck working, which means an earlier run that doesn't last as long as I'd normally do. (6.5-7 instead of 10-11)
Despite the shorter run, I'm dealing with what feels like a blood sugar crash afterwards. Light-headed, queasy, shaky etc. Once I get some OJ or other sugary liquid in me, I clear up pretty quick at least, but it seems weird that I'm dealing with this when I usually do 10 and feel fine afterwards.
Relevant details: Indoors so heat isn't a factor, hydration has been relatively stable and well managed, preworkout routine is the same for supplements etc, proportional amount of water is consumed during the run.
Any ideas?? I'm probably going to try some gatoraid or something next week, I'm assuming that will help though hopefully not mess me up too bad. I've not had great exeriences with having anything much for food or drink in my system during runs, so I'm always wary.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 12:38 PM
Could it be because you are running earlier than before? Body is still in 'fast' mode from sleepy time?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 01:17 PM
I have to have something on my stomach on any run over 6 miles. It took me a while to find friendly food. Now, a handful of animal crackers is all it takes. 70 little calories to keep me from felling icky. On runs over 12 I go to a Cliff bar, the oatmeal walnut raisin is safe for me. It takes a lot of experimentation to figure it out. Good luck.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 01:20 PM
Quality of runs depends on a lot of factors. Hydration (important even on the dreadmill), what you have eaten and when in relation to when you are running and rest. At least those are primary.
The change to an earlier run makes me ask if you are eating in themorning before you run? If not, try a bagel and some peanut butter about 15-20 minutes before you run.
You made need a glucose tolerance test if it continues. I am hypoglycemic and nutrtion is a huge deal for me. If I dont eat the right foods at the right time, I'll crash. For instance I cannot eat pancakes or waffles unless I have a big helping of protein with them. Not that I need pancakes or waffles!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 02:07 PM
Saturday's pre-work are earlier, definitely. I'm in around 5:30-6, when weekdays it's more like 6:45. Non-work Saturdays are more like 8:30 or 9. I work out on nothing, except my pre-workout stuff that consists of about 50 calories total. I've never had luck with any foods I've tried pre-run, unless I've got a good 3+ hours before I go out. I'll cramp up within two miles. When I did the TM, I got up at 5 just so I could have a bagel and pb and still have 4 hours of digestion time to work with. If I'm doing an after work run, (5:30ish) I can't have much of anything after 2.
I picked up some of the Gatoraid pre-workout gummy chew things, I'm going to give them a try before my next long run to see how they go. 100 calories, 24 carbs, 16 sugars per serving, not sure if I'll go for the full thing or maybe half. Doing a 5k this weekend, so I guess testing will be delayed for a bit. Not sure what running I'll be doing over the honeymoon either
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 02:31 PM
Jen or TJ, what do you think about Honey Stingers or GU for Matt as a pre-run solution? I really dont like GU at all, but it does work.
Your symptoms sound like a hypoglycemic episode. You dont have to be hypoglycemic for these to occur, you simply have to deplete your body. Sounds like what is happening. You can add sugar, but it will burn too fast. A slow burning carb is best, but sounds like you have a slower digestive system and metobolic rate.
Straight honey is a great energy boost, but it wont last 10 miles.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 04:28 PM
I'd vote for the animal crackers (seriously 6-7 crackers is enough) or a single packet of instant oatmeal. Both are cheap if they dont work. I prefer them to Honey Stingers or GU. I only do those on the 16+ mile runs and not before the run, only during.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 04:43 PM
Well, I will abide by the wisdom of Jen and give it a try. I've done packets of honey in the past (as in a decade ago when I was running 12-15 miles a day), that seemed to work alright, but definitely not sustained energy.
What will prevent me from just sitting down with the bag of crackers and eating them all though?
Running outside will take some adjusting. I got the Runkeeper app and am using it to help with my pacing. I seem to default to an 8:30 or so pace when I'm outside, though I usually go slower than that on the treadmill. Okay on shorter runs, but definitely can't sustain that on more than 4 at this point. This week started my half-marathon training, have a couple I'm looking at in October, so really want to spend as much of my time outdoor as possible. Need to sit down and figure out some nearby hills I can train on, but have shorter/longer distance runs all figured out.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 04:49 PM
I got the Runkeeper app and am using it to help with my pacing.
::like::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 04:53 PM
I got the Runkeeper app and am using it to help with my pacing.
::like::
Yes, thank you for the recommendation
. When I'm ahead of my selected pace, I feel like she's a little snobby in the way she informs me...but I can deal with it. I'd prefer if it gave me updates at the mile marks vs. every 5 minutes maybe, but I've not messed with the settings enough to be sure I can't change that. Hearing from her every 5 mins during a 1-2 hour run might get a bit annoying.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 04:57 PM
Yes, she can give audio cues by distance as well. When I run outside I set it to alert me at every mile. I think the other choices are all shorter than that.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 05:08 PM
Can I program in random motivational phrases? What about sound effects? If I can get some crazy roaring t-rex sounds in there set to go off when I have a mile or so left, that would be very helpful!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 05:10 PM
Is she kin to Garmin? That woman soooo annoys me!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 05:29 PM
One more expensive woman, telling me what to do and how to do it...... Oh well, whats one more!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 05:43 PM
This one's free! (ignoring the cost of the phone and the plan of course)
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 05:51 PM
Matt- I drank the Gatorade Prime before my runs while training for the marathon. They tasted aweful but they worked for my tummy. I would eat a ceral bar and then have the Prime while I was driving to meet my running group.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 06:24 PM
I think I've tried one before, just out of curiosity. I think I'm relatively safe with liquid stuff, as long as it's not too much. What I take now is mixed with about 6 oz of water, and I take that just fine.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 06:27 PM
i've used both Gu and Powerbar Gel during, but that is for riding rather than running. If a long ride, PB and raisin sandwich is great fuel. Honestly though, I can eat just about anything and go out and run or ride, but I finally got smart and decided that a PB sandwich is better for fuel than cold pizza (although cold pizza is awesome!!!).
Lara Bars and powerbars during long runs back before I quit long runs...
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 07:25 PM
I can eat about anything on a long bike ride. A run is a totally different story.
On my last long ride I had: lots of powerade, a snack sized bag of trail mix, 3 vanilla sandwich cookies, 4? apple slices with a lot peanut butter.
If I had done that on a run it all would have came back up.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 08:44 PM
you just need to train your body to be able to eat and run as well...i used to not be able to eat for 3 hours before...now I could eat a 4 course meal in the middle of a run...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 08:47 PM
Sometimes I chug like 4oz of milk if my stomach is growling before a run. But I don't go as far as y'all.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 09:01 PM
Sometimes I chug like 4oz of milk if my stomach is growling before a run. But I don't go as far as y'all.
"Milk was a bad choice!" I definitely couldn't do that! Especially if it was anything but skim. Plus it's rough on your vocal cords, so singing during your run will result in a dramatic decrease in the quality of your output! Just looking out for you
Pre-race Saturday, I'm going to slam two Red Bulls and a few pancakes and bacon (there's a pancake breakfast going on, but not until after the race so I'll just have to go to McDonalds!) just to see how it goes. Couldn't possibly be a bad idea, right?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 09:13 PM
Pancakes (aided by syrup) just burn too fast for me. I love them, but they are a lousy prerun meal for me. Everybody has what works for them, just as Jen has described hers and I have my bagel. I really think what has messed you up is running in the morning and you havent had food since the night before. FInd something you can tolerate or even take as you run. Honey, animal crackers, etc.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/12 09:31 PM
I think I'll be fine on anything under 5, depending on what I'm doing. If I'm doing speed or hills...I might try something small anyway. The last time I was doing anything this regimented, it was back in high school and the runs were all in the afternoon, so fuel was never an issue. My metabolism was also much quicker than it is now.
I guess I'll just have to wake up a bit earlier and test things. I'm a fan of waking up and being on the run 10 minutes later
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 12:39 PM
How the heck do you warm up your muscles sufficiently by doing that...that sounds like an accident waiting to happend to me! (no runner, but I know what it does to me to jump out of bed and go sling hay bales or feed sacks before properly warming up!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 01:00 PM
He is young. I could that when I was only 40....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 01:30 PM
I am the same way. I am up and on the treadmill 10-15 minutes later. I do spend a few mintues stretching beforehand. And I walk about a quarter mile before actually beginning my run. Running is like my coffee in the morning.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 01:53 PM
I guess there is a difference between those activities and heavy lifting.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 01:59 PM
I am the same way. I am up and on the treadmill 10-15 minutes later. I do spend a few mintues stretching beforehand. And I walk about a quarter mile before actually beginning my run. Running is like my coffee in the morning.
Pretty much this, but I don't do much of a warm-up on run days, I pretty much go straight into it. I do a short .1-.25 mile cooldown walk and my stretching afterwards and that's always worked for me.
Longer runs, I usually take a stretching break around 3 miles in, and again around 7 or so, mostly for my calves. My feet tend to fall asleep otherwise, and that seems to be the only thing that helps them.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 02:12 PM
I cant do that...we'll say it's because they're young. I've got to be up and moving about 30 minutes before I run.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 02:24 PM
So I can beat you in the race from alarm clock to running, but I'd bet you could still catch me and beat me, even with a 20 minute head start. I don't consider it much of a victory.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 02:27 PM
it's weird, as I've always hated running in the morning (thank you 8th grade track coach) but love weights or cycling in the morning...and i can do all of them in the evening (used to start many a run at 11:00 PM or later - benefits of small town living)
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 02:41 PM
I agree, it's weird!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 03:16 PM
I had to drink milk before strength training this morning Matt!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 03:23 PM
It does the body good
I had pre-workout powder in water, and BCAA capsules. Yummy. I'm going to be sore tomorrow! Freaking push-ups about killed me at the end. I got to the point that I was doing sets of 20-25 and that's all I could manage. Shoulders were burned out from a variety of plank-type core workouts.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 04:31 PM
I still have 2% chocolate mile as my post workout drink. Creatine and BCAA's are daily for me. Water and and Gatorade are also daily (about a gallon total). My caffeine fix is coffee in the morning and tea at lunch (those and water at meals are not included in the gallon total)It keeps my hydrated for the hot weather.. I have a protein shake per day too. A little peanut butter here and there....some trail mix.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 04:37 PM
And yet you manage to fit in working out
and working?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 05:04 PM
I don't think I burn enough to justify all the fancy protein/supplement stuff.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 05:19 PM
Has nothing to do with the burning... It really does help your muscles recover. I haven't been sore afterwards since I started with them. I usually have a protein shake (blended with a banana and some almond milk) As breakfast after I run. I usually only do about a half of a Gu before a run that's less than 3 or 4, and I do the whole thing if it's longer. Nuun water before AND after, though!
I don't really warm up, but I walk for a few minutes before I run and after.
Is Runkeeper an iPhone thing? I use Runstar on my droid, and I love it. I might be going to iPhone, though, and that (and the Navigation!) are making me want to stick with a Droid.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 05:20 PM
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 05:41 PM
I prefer to eat my calories vs drink them. I'd rather have 200 - 300 calories of nuts, chicken, turkey, etc than a shake. Plus...the majority of them hurt my tummy and that doesnt make them appealing at all.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 05:42 PM
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 06:28 PM
I would pay $25 to be made up as a zombie
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 06:34 PM
I prefer to eat my calories vs drink them. I'd rather have 200 - 300 calories of nuts, chicken, turkey, etc than a shake.
^^^ me too! I'd rather eat foods rich in protein, calcium, fiber, potassium, etc.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 06:35 PM
At his age I was running with a beer in one hand and another in my back pocket.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 06:42 PM
I hope you aren't referring to me when you say that.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 06:55 PM
No beer on a run?
Missed a page
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 07:28 PM
I think women just like to eat...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 07:57 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 08:05 PM
I prefer to eat my calories vs drink them. I'd rather have 200 - 300 calories of nuts, chicken, turkey, etc than a shake.
^^^ me too! I'd rather eat foods rich in protein, calcium, fiber, potassium, etc.
I eat a fair amount (ask anyone)
But for the number of calories I need to consume, and when i need to consume them, using shakes, as a supplement, is just easier and they taste good! (if yours arent, you are doing it wrong). It is also an easy way to control portion size and content. I get the vast majority of my calories from whole grains, veggies and lean meats like chicken and turkey. Weekends are when I enjoy, steak, pizza, hot dogs hamburgers, beer or whatever suits me. Sometimes its still chicken. I just eat whatever I want on the weekend.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 08:08 PM
There is apparently a phone app for runners that lets you run from zombies - you listen through your headphones to a play list and if you slack I guess you get caught by a zombie. I think it's called Zombies Run.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 08:22 PM
There is apparently a phone app for runners that lets you run from zombies - you listen through your headphones to a play list and if you slack I guess you get caught by a zombie. I think it's called Zombies Run.
<<<<::Hits the app store::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/12 08:51 PM
Is Runkeeper an iPhone thing?
I've got it for my Android. Not sure if it's available for iPhones...
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 11:12 AM
I've been told that I need to look into my diet due to my increased level of lifting and running now. I'll be the first to admit that I eat like carp with the processed foods, but it's fast and easy. With two kids and a very demanding job at the present time, I need fast. But if anyone wants to steer me in a better direction, by all means go ahead.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 02:17 PM
Is Runkeeper an iPhone thing?
I've got it for my Android. Not sure if it's available for iPhones...
It's available for good phones as well as Android, yes.
I learned this morning, the voice sounds (maybe it's in my head, who knows) scarier when you're behind your target pace! I almost snapped back at her to calm down!
On the bright side, 6 animal crackers went over just fine. Not sure I noticed any difference one way or another. I wasn't sure how it would go, since my pre-workout recommends taking on an empty stomach, but nothing crazy happened.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 02:20 PM
I'm telling you...animal crackers are the way to go.
Plus they are ridiculously cheap.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 02:32 PM
I'm telling you...animal crackers are the way to go.
Plus they are ridiculously cheap.
Store brand, $1.99 for a 1 lb bag. No joke!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 02:56 PM
And dipped in chocolate frosting they are phenomenal.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 03:00 PM
I like your style.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 03:36 PM
I prefer to eat my calories vs drink them. I'd rather have 200 - 300 calories of nuts, chicken, turkey, etc than a shake.
^^^ me too! I'd rather eat foods rich in protein, calcium, fiber, potassium, etc.
Me three.
I like to eat waaaay too much to repalce my meals with a shake.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 03:39 PM
I've been told that I need to look into my diet due to my increased level of lifting and running now. I'll be the first to admit that I eat like carp with the processed foods, but it's fast and easy. With two kids and a very demanding job at the present time, I need fast. But if anyone wants to steer me in a better direction, by all means go ahead.
Tip:
Take some time on Sunday afternoon/ evening to grill a bunch of skinless boneless chicken breasts or thighs. Through out the week you have chicken to throw on salads, pasta, mini pizzas made on french bread, sandwiches or whatever sounds good.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:01 PM
^^^ Do the same with fruits and veggies. Wash and cut them up ahead of time so all you have to do is grab and go during the week! I try to fill my desk with fruit/veg snacks so I have something healthy to reach for when I get hungry.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:09 PM
In line with what they said...a marathon nutrition class I attended stressed the importance of whole/natural foods. He pointed out the longer the shelf life, the worse it is for you. Boxed and canned stuff should be a minimal part of your diet. Frozen stuff is a better option. Fresh is the way to go as much as possible.
He pointed out many examples of a healthy food that is processed into something unhealthy but the one that made us all laugh...chicken breast = good, chicken nuggets = bad.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:10 PM
I do that too. I feel like a dang grazing cow sometimes with all of the veggies that I eat.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:10 PM
^^^^^^^^^^
Yay--someone who washes!
::cough-matt-cough::
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:13 PM
I do what I can to bring value to my peeps.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:17 PM
^^^^^^^^^^
Yay--someone who washes!
::cough-matt-cough::
I'm going to see if I can pay someone out there to release a bunch of flies into your office!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:53 PM
^^^^^^^^^^
Yay--someone who washes!
::cough-matt-cough::
How did you know???
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 04:59 PM
Saw this on FB last night--ESPN's Bodies We Want 2012. Check out Women's National Volleyball Team (slide 32)
You're right Matt--check it out at home (taking away the link!)
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 05:08 PM
Lots of blocked images on that list, 32 included! Also, beware partial nudity. Maybe best to visit this one on your iPhone (or other less amazing device
)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 06:50 PM
I've been told that I need to look into my diet due to my increased level of lifting and running now. I'll be the first to admit that I eat like carp with the processed foods, but it's fast and easy. With two kids and a very demanding job at the present time, I need fast. But if anyone wants to steer me in a better direction, by all means go ahead.
Tip:
Take some time on Sunday afternoon/ evening to grill a bunch of skinless boneless chicken breasts or thighs. Through out the week you have chicken to throw on salads, pasta, mini pizzas made on french bread, sandwiches or whatever sounds good.
This concept is a real key to success! Not planning meals is big reason for epic fail on eating. Planning ahead means that you made you eating decision when you weren't hungry and it removes the temptation for choosing fast and nasty foods. It really simplifies the entire thing. When I can tell you a 6am what I am eating for the entire day, I will eat well. When I wing it at each meal.......not so much.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 06:58 PM
< ---- wing man
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:18 PM
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:28 PM
This concept is a real key to success! Not planning meals is big reason for epic fail on eating.
Monday - Taco Bell
Tuesday - Burger King
Wednesday - Pizza Hut
Thursday - McDonald's
Friday - KFC
Saturday - Subway
Sunday - hot ham and rolls from the supermarket
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:29 PM
This concept is a real key to success! Not planning meals is big reason for epic fail on eating.
Monday - Taco Bell
Tuesday - Burger King
Wednesday - Pizza Hut
Thursday - McDonald's
Friday - KFC
Saturday - Subway
Sunday - hot ham and rolls from the supermarket
Ummmm....okay, well.....
How do i put this....?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:43 PM
Sundays are not for Carl Jrs or Jacks?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:45 PM
This concept is a real key to success! Not planning meals is big reason for epic fail on eating.
Monday - Taco Bell
Tuesday - Burger King
Wednesday - Pizza Hut
Thursday - McDonald's
Friday - KFC
Saturday - Subway
Sunday - hot ham and rolls from the supermarket
1 meal from each place would give you enough calories for the day, you could probably turn this into some sort of messed up diet really. You might even lose weight
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:46 PM
This concept is a real key to success! Not planning meals is big reason for epic fail on eating.
Monday - Taco Bell
Tuesday - Burger King
Wednesday - Pizza Hut
Thursday - McDonald's
Friday - KFC
Saturday - Subway
Sunday - hot ham and rolls from the supermarket
There may be somthing to this
When I was underweight this is all I ate. Now that I eat so called better food I weigh a lot more
Hmmmmmmm.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:53 PM
Sundays are not for Carl Jrs or Jacks?
none around here, but you did make me think of 5 Guys Burgers, I'll have to fit them into my meal rotation
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 07:56 PM
Substitute Whataburger for McDonalds and Weinerschnitzel for KFC and I am good with that schedule...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 08:21 PM
Ok, I'll take a shot at this....
Taco Bell - Chicken Gordita Supreme 270 calories
Burger King - Honey Mustard Chicken Wrap 390 calories
Pizza Hut - 1 slice of Veggie Lovers Pizza 180 calories
McDonalds - 1 hamburger or 1 chicken wrap 250 calories
KFC - Grilled cchicken breast and green beans 306 calories
Saturday and Sunday - eat up!
Ok, more of the calories are from fat than I would like, but the point is that with a little planning, it can be done.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 08:35 PM
Ok, I'll take a shot at this....
Taco Bell - Chicken Gordita Supreme 270 calories
only one?Burger King - Honey Mustard Chicken Wrap 390 calories
you forgot the fries and milkshakePizza Hut - 1 slice of Veggie Lovers Pizza 180 calories
seriously? veggie is not a pizzaMcDonalds - 1 hamburger or 1 chicken wrap 250 calories
see comment to Burger KingKFC - Grilled cchicken breast and green beans 306 calories
and a large mashed potatoes and gravy Saturday and Sunday - eat up!
Ok, more of the calories are from fat than I would like, but the point is that with a little planning, it can be done.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 08:43 PM
You gotta work with me here Peeps! You could'vee put Subway in the middle of the week ya know!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 08:46 PM
Unless he gets the footlong cheesesteak melt with extra bacon, on the herb and cheese bread, with a bag of chips, a couple cookies and a large drink...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 08:50 PM
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 08:53 PM
>>eating peanut butter cookies as she types<<
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:00 PM
now you're just being silly
Dunkin Donuts is much better
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:09 PM
Someone smack me please. I'm reading this thread and drooling over the idea of fast food. Must... not... eat... Peepers-style bad-for-me food....
Must... go... to... gym! Hurry up 5 o'clock!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:11 PM
hey! it's good mood food!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:12 PM
>>eating peanut butter cookies as she types<<
I hope you get crumbs in your key board! She's OCD and it will drive her crazy!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:13 PM
Someone smack me please. I'm reading this thread and drooling over the idea of fast food. Must... not... eat... Peepers-style bad-for-me food....
Must... go... to... gym! Hurry up 5 o'clock!
Think "PINK SLIME!"
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:16 PM
that just made me hungrier
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:30 PM
many parts of pink slime are edible...
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/11/12 09:49 PM
Someone smack me please. I'm reading this thread and drooling over the idea of fast food. Must... not... eat... Peepers-style bad-for-me food....
Must... go... to... gym! Hurry up 5 o'clock!
Think "PINK SLIME!"
Yay! That worked. Pink slime... eeeewwwww. Thank you, BBB1.
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 01:12 PM
I did a full 5k training run for the first time ever yesterday evening and realized I need to work on my pacing.
I finished the first mile in 8:06 and then slowed WAYYYY down.
Ended up with a total time of 31:12.
I've still got right at a month to go before the event so I hope to figure myself out by then.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 01:16 PM
Thats great John!! You'll get the pacing, it just takes some time and getting a feel for it. Some of the phone apps will help with that. Or you can just go old school with a watch if you are running at a track. Garmins are the bomb for this, but a little pricey.
BS, glad I could help.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 01:27 PM
Way to go John! Sounds like you will be more than ready come race day!
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 01:28 PM
Thanks you guys!!
It's crazy to me that I am actually enjoying running now. I have always said in the past that if I was running it would be from something...
I've got the Nike Sportwatch GPS so if I pay attention it will probably help a ton. I just wanted to run that first one as best I could to see where I was at and go from there.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 01:59 PM
Pace is primarily a mental game...especially the longer you go. I have many friends who continually go out too fast in the first mile and crash and burn in the last. I might suggest on one run a week play a "game" with yourself...do your first mile at 9:30, second mile at 9:15 and last mile at 9. (or whatever variation) Negative split runs are a fun, but different type of speed work.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 02:01 PM
Also...doing a "mile time trial" is a good way to help determine an appropriate race and training pace, especially if you dont have a race as a bench mark. For those of you as addicted to miles, paces, and data as I am...
http://www.mcmillanrunning.com/calculator/
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 02:20 PM
Have to agree.
I do one run per week that is one measured mile, as all out as I can go. It is part of a speed workout that I do (ok "speed" is relative here) but it also gives me a frame of reference for percieved effort during longer runs.
It also helps with getting target times for various runs that I do.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 02:25 PM
The Calculator is cool! Thanks Jen.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 03:05 PM
Jen, I find myself doing negative splits on my 5k's on accident. I always start out slower since I don't really hit my stride and get my breathing to a steady pace until about 1.5 in.
I went out this morning and did my first speed/interval run in probably 9 years, it was "fun" I guess, something different at least. I had an 8:00 meeting so less time than usual and it seemed like it would work well. Hit a .7 mile loop and did 4 half miles with .2 walk between them. The interval workout on my phone app worked well for it and gave me all my times and distances etc., very helpful. My .5's were between 3:03 and 3:26, so not quite the 2:20's I used to be able to do, but hey, it's been a while!
Felt good though.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 03:11 PM
I love the BA feeling that a good speed work session gives you.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 03:46 PM
Yeah, you kind of hear the Olympics theme in the ebackground when you finish and can't keep from walking like a stud..... or getting dizzy. I forget which.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 03:57 PM
Yeah, you kind of hear the Olympics theme in the ebackground when you finish and can't keep from walking like a stud..... or getting dizzy. I forget which.
You know it! I blasted past the old ladies out walking their poodles (praying I was going far enough around them that a sudden trajector change of the pooch wouldn't put them in front of my feet) and felt like I was breaking the sound barrier!
Of course the good looking women always show up during the walking portion of the interval and you look like some sort of weirdo sweating and panting...oh well
. Tomorrow is a cross-training day, then a 5k race Saturday, followed by a few more miles on my own afterward I guess. Hopefully this weekend I can do some searching and pin-point a race in October or so as the half I'm aiming for.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 04:03 PM
I can't get a mental picture of RR Jen walking like a stud...that's messed up.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 04:58 PM
I can't get a mental picture of RR Jen walking like a stud...that's messed up.
Ok.....stud/hottie. But trust me...she does.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 04:59 PM
So, my goal on vacation was 100 miles on the bike.
I made it up there with about 2 hours to spare before an organized ride. I opted to ride 25 miles, and that went very well. The next morning, Sunday, I did the route with a little added on that ended up to be 30 miles, and my pace was over 15 mph, which is very good for me.
Then, VACATION happened and I failed to get up to ride on Monday morning. I played basketball for a couple hours with my little brother and his friend and stayed up late again Monday night, so I skipped Tuesday as well.
Drove home Tuesday evening and arrived Wednesday morning. I managed a ride of about 14.5 miles last night to cap my vacation total at 69.5 miles. The ride last night was a pretty good one, racing daylight to arrive at home just before dark. One pesky Boxer, male about 1 yr old, tried to bite me, but I convinced him that I could beat him up, so all he managed was to run into my leg with his mouth open. Silly puppy.
I ate all the food that I miss from Iowa, except for Hy-Vee pork tenderloin sandwiches. I had Jerry's Pizza on two occasions, Tastee's Inn and Out taverns and onion chips with dip, Bob's Drive Inn taverns, Taco John's and a massive feast of 1 1/2 inch thick Iowa Pork Chops with cheesy hashbrowns and corn on the cob.
I gained about 4-5 pouns on my trip. It has been deemed a success.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:01 PM
Oh, I forgot about my double cheeseburger at 5 Guys. Deeeeeeelicious.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:01 PM
Yeah, you kind of hear the Olympics theme in the ebackground when you finish and can't keep from walking like a stud..... or getting dizzy. I forget which.
You know it! I blasted past the old ladies out walking their poodles (praying I was going far enough around them that a sudden trajector change of the pooch wouldn't put them in front of my feet) and felt like I was breaking the sound barrier!
Of course the good looking women always show up during the walking portion of the interval and you look like some sort of weirdo sweating and panting...oh well
. Tomorrow is a cross-training day, then a 5k race Saturday, followed by a few more miles on my own afterward I guess. Hopefully this weekend I can do some searching and pin-point a race in October or so as the half I'm aiming for.
Its similar to doing 100's in the gym (single sets of 100 reps). You have to do light weight to accomplish them and somebody always walks in just as you are finishing...groaning and struggling with 20 lb dumbbells. Then they give you that look of "He looks stronger than that."
We are going a color run this weekend. More for fun than anything.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:02 PM
I can't get a mental picture of RR Jen walking like a stud...that's messed up.
Ok.....stud/hottie. But trust me...she does.
Strut. How about that? Works for both genders!
Pup, I recognize about half of the food you mentioned, but sounds like the pounds may have been worth it anyway. Just behave and get them back off now
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:04 PM
Slacker
you missed the pork sandwiches.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:05 PM
So, my goal on vacation was 100 miles on the bike.
I made it up there with about 2 hours to spare before an organized ride. I opted to ride 25 miles, and that went very well. The next morning, Sunday, I did the route with a little added on that ended up to be 30 miles, and my pace was over 15 mph, which is very good for me.
Then, VACATION happened and I failed to get up to ride on Monday morning. I played basketball for a couple hours with my little brother and his friend and stayed up late again Monday night, so I skipped Tuesday as well.
Drove home Tuesday evening and arrived Wednesday morning. I managed a ride of about 14.5 miles last night to cap my vacation total at 69.5 miles. The ride last night was a pretty good one, racing daylight to arrive at home just before dark. One pesky Boxer, male about 1 yr old, tried to bite me, but I convinced him that I could beat him up, so all he managed was to run into my leg with his mouth open. Silly puppy.
I ate all the food that I miss from Iowa, except for Hy-Vee pork tenderloin sandwiches. I had Jerry's Pizza on two occasions, Tastee's Inn and Out taverns and onion chips with dip, Bob's Drive Inn taverns, Taco John's and a massive feast of 1 1/2 inch thick Iowa Pork Chops with cheesy hashbrowns and corn on the cob.
I gained about 4-5 pouns on my trip. It has been deemed a success.
Good Lord!! Does everyone in Iowa weigh 400 lbs!?!? (I do remember Chris Taylor)
All things considered, I'd say you did remarkably well!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:06 PM
Actually, I weighed at home in the evening while the weighing that I've been doing for comparison is always at work in the morning. I was really only about 2-3 lbs up this morning. It'll come back off quickly, and I anticipate that it will burn faster and faster for awhile as I am logging more and more miles each week.
I also am looking to start Insanity before the end of the month rather than waiting until after Cycling season subsides. It can only help me on the longer rides, and longer rides is my goal.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:10 PM
Follow Insanity and eat accordingly....yeah, you'll loose weight!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:11 PM
Good Lord!! Does everyone in Iowa weigh 400 lbs!?!? (I do remember Chris Taylor)
All things considered, I'd say you did remarkably well!
Nope, obesity rates all through the midewest are pretty much the same based on the last studies I looked at (25-30%). We eat like farmers, we work hard like farmers
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:16 PM
Yeah, Chris Taylor was a farmer too...
A little before your time. He was a 425 lb heavyweight wrestler from Iowa.
Your not even allowed to wrestle anymore if you're that heavy, but he was a bear!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:19 PM
Bless any of you who can do those Insanity/P90X programs... I absolutely despise workout videos.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:19 PM
Passed away 5 years prior to my existance, yep, before my time indeed.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:23 PM
Bless any of you who can do those Insanity/P90X programs... I absolutely despise workout videos.
I have two in my weekly routine now. Tuesday is Insane Abs. I've done the P90x ab video before too, but this one is much better I think. It's also 40 minutes long while the other was a mere 15. Two days later, my hip flexors are still feeling that video!
Friday is Core Cardio and Balance, some good plyo, core and shoulder/back exercises while being relatively gentle on the legs.
Why do you despise them so much? You need to become friends with Shaun T! They're actually pretty decent.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 05:25 PM
Just can't get into them. Honestly, I'd rather watch it once and write the routine down, then do it on my own. That's how most of my kettlebell routines have formed.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 06:23 PM
I ate all the food that I miss from Iowa, except for Hy-Vee pork tenderloin sandwiches. I had Jerry's Pizza on two occasions, Tastee's Inn and Out taverns and onion chips with dip, Bob's Drive Inn taverns, Taco John's and a massive feast of 1 1/2 inch thick Iowa Pork Chops with cheesy hashbrowns and corn on the cob.
Oh, I forgot about my double cheeseburger at 5 Guys. Deeeeeeelicious.
if this wasn't all in one day then I'm not impressed
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 06:31 PM
It was all before 8 a.m.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 06:44 PM
I ate all the food that I miss from Iowa, except for Hy-Vee pork tenderloin sandwiches. I had Jerry's Pizza on two occasions, Tastee's Inn and Out taverns and onion chips with dip, Bob's Drive Inn taverns, Taco John's and a massive feast of 1 1/2 inch thick Iowa Pork Chops with cheesy hashbrowns and corn on the cob.
Oh, I forgot about my double cheeseburger at 5 Guys. Deeeeeeelicious.
if this wasn't all in one day then I'm not impressed
I can live with that.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 08:14 PM
I'm waiting for BBB to show up and tell us his story from today! He has some battle wounds to explain.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 08:58 PM
There I was, minding my own business, just running down the street when...WHAM! Death from above!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 09:00 PM
Ok, fine. I was out running and got nailed in the head by momma hawk and her talons. News at 11:00!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/12/12 09:10 PM
You and birds. They must see the shiny head or something!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 01:47 PM
It was suggested that she may have mistaken my head for a rather impressive egg and wanted to add it to her collection!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 02:07 PM
I know that birds in my neighborhood have been known to attack their reflections in car mirrors or windows.....
I've had encounters with bats, dogs, skunks, possum, deer, and bear - thankfully none was able to latch on and do that kind of damage....
I suggest the old boxer's trick of greasing your head with vaseline (or sunscreen) to the point that the bird just slides off when it strikes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 02:27 PM
Or wear a Viking helmet with two horns. Protect your noggin and look impeccably stylish!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 02:27 PM
I'm thinking of having an attacking eagle tattooed on my head....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 02:53 PM
Maybe it's time for a bandanna or something. Those pictures looked painful!!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:17 PM
bandanna isn't gonna help. I think it's time for a helmet....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:18 PM
::pictures BB1 running with shorts, no shirt, and a glittery blue bike helmet (for aerodynamic purposes, of course)::
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:19 PM
I've had encounters with bats, dogs, skunks, possum, deer, and bear
two words: conceal carry
except for maybe the bear, unless you're carrying a .45
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:27 PM
I've had encounters with bats, dogs, skunks, possum, deer, and bear
two words: conceal carry
except for maybe the bear, unless you're carrying a .45
Taurus Judge - with alternating rounds of .410 Defender and 45LC Hornady Zombie Max ammo. Works first time, everytime.
Some folks prefer the S&W Govenor, but I'll stick with my Judge.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:28 PM
::pictures BB1 running with shorts, no shirt, and a glittery blue bike helmet (for aerodynamic purposes, of course)::
After the EPIC weekend, everything I had was glittery!!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:45 PM
I've had encounters with bats, dogs, skunks, possum, deer, and bear
two words: conceal carry
except for maybe the bear, unless you're carrying a .45
Shooting a charging bear presents a problem no mater what caliber gun you use. Unless you hit it in the brain or the heart, he is going to be extremely angry and will live long enough to either kill you or make you wish that he had..
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:48 PM
You need to stop running in zoos clearly.
I'm wondering how I should handle running while on the honeymoon. I certainly can't just take 2 weeks off, but I'm not sure how good of an idea it is to run in Yellowstone and such. I don't want to have to fight a bear!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:49 PM
Ask the park rangers!
And I'd like to know where the guns are concealed in people's running outfits.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 03:53 PM
I've had encounters with bats, dogs, skunks, possum, deer, and bear
two words: conceal carry
except for maybe the bear, unless you're carrying a .45
Shooting a charging bear presents a problem no mater what caliber gun you use. Unless you hit it in the brain or the heart, he is going to be extremely angry and will live long enough to either kill you or make you wish that he had..
pansy, fight it with your hands
sheesh, do I have to be the only voice of reason around here?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 04:16 PM
Ask the park rangers!
And I'd like to know where the guns are concealed in people's running outfits.
They'll probably say not to, so they can spare themselves of liability if I get mauled!
You wear a running belt with two bottle holders, but modify one of them to holster your "piece"!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 04:19 PM
You need to stop running in zoos clearly.
I'm wondering how I should handle running while on the honeymoon. I certainly can't just take 2 weeks off, but I'm not sure how good of an idea it is to run in Yellowstone and such. I don't want to have to fight a bear!
I've never had a problem with the bears there (or anywhere for that matter). I've seen more people have problems with the buffalo than bear. And all of them have been due to terminal stupid on the humans part. Strangley, not all the wild animals want to be petted or have their picture taken with soomeone.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 04:21 PM
Ask the park rangers!
And I'd like to know where the guns are concealed in people's running outfits.
http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/explainer/2011/08/gun_running.htmlBOL disclaimer: Although a politician is named he states how to carry while on a jog and do not take this as an endorsement or slam of Mr. Perry.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 04:34 PM
I've never had a problem with the bears there (or anywhere for that matter). I've seen more people have problems with the buffalo than bear. And all of them have been due to terminal stupid on the humans part. Strangley, not all the wild animals want to be petted or have their picture taken with soomeone.
It's also a question of if I have enough room to pack running stuff. Sounds like it wouldn't be a big deal, but it's a 12 day road trip that requires linens and kitchen supplies etc. for most of the cabins, and she's packing like we're moving there...so my poor car is going to be stuffed as it is! I'll have to make it work at least a few times while I'm there though, otherwise I'll probably go crazy.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 04:42 PM
she's packing like we're moving there...so my poor car
Get used to it.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 05:08 PM
The PT1 looks doable, but the Thunderwear is not for people that drink or have an unsteady hand!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 06:14 PM
many of us in Tejas wear the thunderwear...
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 06:34 PM
you were in the album from ZZ Top? Were you the old guy with the Duck Dynasty beard?
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 06:39 PM
I wish I was the Duck Commander!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:03 PM
many of us in Tejas wear the thunderwear...
Is that due to all the chili eaten there?
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:28 PM
many of us in Tejas wear the Under-Roos, because wearing Under-Roos is fun...
really? I didn't need to know that
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:33 PM
many of us in Tejas wear the Depends, because wearing Depends is fun...
really? I didn't need to know that
Happy you missed that one?
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:36 PM
I get tired of setting you punks up....
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:40 PM
Someone need to be Abbott
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:45 PM
I'm officially scared to click on that link...
... is it... is it doods with gun holsters attached to their underoos?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:47 PM
I clicked the link, cringing at what I might find... and found that it was blocked by IT due to "weapons".
Which you would think I should have known before I clicked since... I'm the one who set up the firewall restrictions for the bank.
Now I gotta explain my transgression to IT (me), and I'm feeling cranky and might get annoyed with myself, so I'm procrastinating having the meeting. Also, there are too many people in the lobby to witness me talking to myself.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/13/12 07:52 PM
some doods need to attach guns to their underoos...other doods bring the guns with them, underos or not...just sayin...
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/16/12 02:12 PM
Lessons learned on vacation last week:
1. Running on the beach is not nearly as fun as it sounds.
2. Taking a two month old to the beach isn't as bad as it sounds.
3. Having family there to help with said two month old is priceless.
4. It feels great to already have a few miles in before said family wakes up in the morning.
5. It is possible to lose weight while on vacation. (1.7lbs for the week!!)
6. Watching a sunset on the beach with a happy baby and wife is an extremely special experience.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/16/12 02:20 PM
::like::
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/16/12 06:19 PM
I took some time off from TRX (2 months) and just went back for the first time today.
I'm pretty sure I won't be able to get out of bed tomorrow morning!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 01:43 PM
Its tommorrow morning and I'm betting you are out of bed!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:24 PM
She's probably still sleeping, lazy west coast people and all.
I'm researching what makes a foot fall asleep during running. Anyone with personal experience?
So far potential issues include shoes (laced too tight, arch issues, too narrow), a variety of bone alignment issues and something about clenching your piriformis muscles too much (muscles in your rear area) and it clamps down on the nerves that run down to the feet.
It's just the left foot and happens right around 3 miles. Very irritating, I can only do it for about a half mile or so before I have to stop and walk or stretch a bit until it goes away.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:37 PM
My experience is with the shoes laced too tight and my feet swelling in the heat. It only happens in the summer. It's also when I'm not doing the best job paying attention to hydration.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:45 PM
My experience is with the shoes laced too tight and my feet swelling in the heat. It only happens in the summer. It's also when I'm not doing the best job paying attention to hydration.
And drinking tea and diet coke when maybe gatorade and water is a possiblity? Just asking...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:49 PM
She's probably still sleeping, lazy west coast people and all.
I'm researching what makes a foot fall asleep during running. Anyone with personal experience?
So far potential issues include shoes (laced too tight, arch issues, too narrow), a variety of bone alignment issues and something about clenching your piriformis muscles too much (muscles in your rear area) and it clamps down on the nerves that run down to the feet.
It's just the left foot and happens right around 3 miles. Very irritating, I can only do it for about a half mile or so before I have to stop and walk or stretch a bit until it goes away.
Jen is right on overly tight laces. I have to completely unlace every new pair of shoes and re lace them to get them where I want them. But I would also think about seeing a chiropractor (a sports med practitioner is best) or even a massage therapist.
Also, you need to change the direction and side of the road you run on. Roads have a crown causing to run with one foot lower than the other, changing direction, sides of the road and even routes will help to alleviate the imbalance.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:51 PM
My experience is with the shoes laced too tight and my feet swelling in the heat. It only happens in the summer. It's also when I'm not doing the best job paying attention to hydration.
Happens in all kinds of weather, indoors and outdoors, and only on one foot. I've tried having the laces as loose as possible, didn't make a difference. If it's just an arch support type issue and I'm putting too much pressure on the nerves on the bottom of my foot, that should be a relatively easy fix. I can only assume it's a biological issue though, since it only happens to one foot and all external factors are applied equally to both feet.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:53 PM
Matt - My vote is User Error.
I get the numb foot on the elliptical on the recumbent bike.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:55 PM
Jen is right on overly tight laces. I have to completely unlace every new pair of shoes and re lace them to get them where I want them. But I would also think about seeing a chiropractor (a sports med practitioner is best) or even a massage therapist.
Also, you need to change the direction and side of the road you run on. Roads have a crown causing to run with one foot lower than the other, changing direction, sides of the road and even routes will help to alleviate the imbalance.
That would make total sense if it wasn't for the fact that it happens on a treadmill also. I definitely notice the additional strain on my left ankle when I'm on a circular trail and always turning left, but that doesn't appear to be related. I'll check in with my chiro and see if he's got any thoughts on it.
I'm going to try a new lacing method I think, not sure if it will make any difference, but might help with overall comfort. I need to get out and buy new shoes to start rotating in too, so when I'm there I can talk inserts and see what they think on it too. Got the card of a new place with a snazzy looking stride analysis set-up, so I'm wanting to visit there at some point anyway.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:55 PM
Money is on misaliagnment (back to the chiro or massage therapist). But you might also look at how flat your arches are and if you run flat footed (orthotics). With your speed, I'm going to bet that you aren't too flat footed. Its hard to generate speed with out a good toe push.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 02:57 PM
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 03:01 PM
I would recommend AGAINST inserts of any kind based solely on the recommendation of a running store (or chiro for that matter). If it's problematic, go to a sports med doctor/therapist. The numb foot is a symptom, treating the symptom wont solve the root cause. You need a good sports med doctor/therapist to get to the root cause of the numbness.
Think 'check engine light' in your car...you dont just unplug the fuse to make the light go away or cover the light with duct tape. You have to find the cause to really fix it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 03:03 PM
Yeah, I've browsed online a lot, particularly Runners World. I got an idea to try a few months back, to work in running on my toes for 30 seconds or so every 5 minutes. It helps rest certain areas and stretch out the calves and arches. It sort of helped, but my impact ended up knocking my hip out of alignment and it took several weeks and visits to the chiro to get that sorted out, so I'm not too interested in pursuing that option again!
As I'm ramping up my distances, I'm just trying to work out my problems so I can continue to progress comfortably and prevent any injurires that would be big set-backs.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 03:05 PM
I would recommend AGAINST inserts of any kind based solely on the recommendation of a running store (or chiro for that matter). If it's problematic, go to a sports med doctor/therapist. The numb foot is a symptom, treating the symptom wont solve the root cause. You need a good sports med doctor/therapist to get to the root cause of the numbness.
Think 'check engine light' in your car...you dont just unplug the fuse to make the light go away or cover the light with duct tape. You have to find the cause to really fix it.
Good point Jen. I'll shop around and see if I can at least find a good looking one! I know of a few places with good reputations that I can probably trust to give sound medical advice without a sales motive.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 03:06 PM
So the more you use your feet, the bigger they get? hmmmm.....
Other things that can affect this.
Stretching - not only enough, but proper.
Strength training and balance - If you allow one set of muscles to become disproprotionately stronger than their antagonistic pair, you can have such issues. (hamstrings vs quads, abs vs lower back, etc)
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 03:08 PM
I would recommend AGAINST inserts of any kind based solely on the recommendation of a running store (or chiro for that matter). If it's problematic, go to a sports med doctor/therapist. The numb foot is a symptom, treating the symptom wont solve the root cause. You need a good sports med doctor/therapist to get to the root cause of the numbness.
Think 'check engine light' in your car...you dont just unplug the fuse to make the light go away or cover the light with duct tape. You have to find the cause to really fix it.
Good point Jen. I'll shop around and see if I can at least find a good looking one! I know of a few places with good reputations that I can probably trust to give sound medical advice without a sales motive.
It's only taken...oh...3 years for my PT to beat that thought process into my thick skull. But she's right, every ache/pain I've had has not been the problem, only a symptom.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 03:24 PM
I would recommend AGAINST inserts of any kind based solely on the recommendation of a running store (or chiro for that matter). If it's problematic, go to a sports med doctor/therapist. The numb foot is a symptom, treating the symptom wont solve the root cause. You need a good sports med doctor/therapist to get to the root cause of the numbness.
Think 'check engine light' in your car...you dont just unplug the fuse to make the light go away or cover the light with duct tape. You have to find the cause to really fix it.
Good point Jen. I'll shop around and see if I can at least find a good looking one! I know of a few places with good reputations that I can probably trust to give sound medical advice without a sales motive.
It's only taken...oh...3 years for my PT to beat that thought process into my thick skull. But she's right, every ache/pain I've had has not been the problem, only a symptom.
Having super long legs is great for running. Unless one is even super longer than the other.
Matt if you can find a Chiro that is a sports med specialist, it really makes a big difference. Most of them are used to working on sedentary individuals that threw their back out picking up their cockapoo. The sports med people are more likely to be imediately familiar with your issue and the cause.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 03:37 PM
Matt if you can find a Chiro that is a sports med specialist, it really makes a big difference. Most of them are used to working on sedentary individuals that threw their back out picking up their cockapoo. The sports med people are more likely to be imediately familiar with your issue and the cause.
Probably necessary. The guy I go to is a personal friend, but he's definitely more of the goofy holistic type and based on his waiting room, lots of cockapoo related injuries! Sometimes even the dogs are there to be adjusted
.
I have the card of a guy that was on our Tough Mudder team, he seems like a logical choice, but not sure what he specializes in. Another thing to research!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 04:29 PM
I second going to a Chiro that knows sports related injuries. My chiro and I are in the same spin class and then hit the weights afterwards for cross training.
My PT is not sports med and I think I've reached her limit of expertise. If I have to go that route again at any point, I really will need to think about switching it up.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 04:40 PM
Rub some dirt on it and keep running.
seriously, go to the running store and get an analysis done, it will be the best thing you've ever done to improve your enjoyment of running.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 04:58 PM
I've had analysis done before, but the new place incorporates cameras/software and is a lot more high-tech than the place I've had it done before (they mostly just watched you walk, jog and run on a treadmill and looked over your patterns and how your foot strikes etc, then made the call based entirely on those observations). I'm mostly just curious to see how it's done and what they say, but it seems like it would be more accuraate.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/17/12 06:09 PM
Be sure to mention the situation with your left foot. Most of those guys have seen just about everything and will be able to help you out.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 12:35 PM
Look into some of the PT/Sports Med places near you. One of our local health care systems does a full running eval for $75 as well as free injury evals. The running eval consisted of recording the gait and having 2 PTs look at it and provide feedback, looking at shoes, feet, muscle strength and flexibility and then offering suggestions and exercises and what not.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 01:04 PM
NP, that is pretty cool!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 02:25 PM
Nice! I have a few places I can look into to see what's available, it'll have to wait a few weeks though until life settles down and I get back home etc.
Did my run this morning, realized it was 92 when I finished it. No wonder I was sweating so much! I'm getting pretty tired of the heat. On the bright side, it's 49 at Yellowstone right now...looking forward to some of that nice weather next week!
Posted By: Bluesfan57
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 05:35 PM
is today 200??!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 05:49 PM
You bet it is! Who has two thumbs and constantly sore arms?
::This guy::
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 06:39 PM
If you can still raise two thumbs to point at yourself, you didn't do enough push-ups Matt!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 07:22 PM
If your thumbs are sore from doing push-ups, you're doing some crazy style I've never seen!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 07:40 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 07:41 PM
Its a pushups on the thumb and index finger of one hand.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 08:13 PM
I can barely pull off one-handed with all fingers present, so I think my thumbs are safe for now!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 08:19 PM
I just had to try it....
1...I got one! and yes.......IT HURTS! Dont do that!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 08:51 PM
That is INSANE!!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 09:00 PM
I did 100 so far today (in sets of 25) and will do 75 more tonight in two sets. Maybe by the end of August I can get up to 200 by adding 1 every few days. Still trying but not quite able to keep up. The whole time I'm doing them, I picture that guy doing thousands of pushups every day!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 09:09 PM
Hey, that's still a good sized chunk of push-ups! Good job!
Posted By: Bluesfan57
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/18/12 10:01 PM
thats so true, great job...i cant remember the last time i had done 30 push ups (high school PE maybe..) and in seven months time, pushing for 200 a day..this forum ROCKS!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/19/12 01:13 PM
I am unbelievably proud of everyone!! It is amazing how many are still doing pushups, but more than that, how many have branched into other fitness endeavors. I don't care if you are doing 200 (ok, 201) pushups a day or 2, You guys are all still doing something! YAY YOU!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/23/12 01:53 PM
I was allowed the ultimate privileadge of being the official pushuper at TJ and Cheekee's wedding!
They are on their way home. A safe and speedy journey on the beginning of a lifetime of happiness!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 07:09 PM
Was chatting with my boss a bit this morning and she was going into detail about her trip to Hawaii coming up in October. It's not your typical vacation though, it's for the Ironman World Championships, that you have to qualify for etc. It's her second time attending.
She listed off the specifics and I think my jaw hit the floor. Starts with a 2.4 mile ocean swim, then a 112 mile bike, followed by a
full 26.2 marathon. Holy farkin' carp! She's 51 by the way.
I'd think the Ironman world champions should be in the running for world's greatest athletes
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 07:37 PM
I'm exhausted just reading about it.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 07:53 PM
I get exhausted clicking my mouse
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 07:53 PM
I am incredibly jealous! I swore off on marathon's ever again, but that would be the experience of a lifetime!
And yeah Matt, I think they are world class athlete's! The guy I got my bike from competed in it. Its probably why I bought the bike! At least IT'S been there.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 08:01 PM
Not to mention she's just your type
Too bad she's married, but he's a stooge!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 08:03 PM
Larry, Moe or Curly?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 08:05 PM
Whichever one is mostly bald (not gracefully) and has a gut!
Unrelated point, my arches are sore! Breaking in new shoes, they got their first run today, maybe intervals wasn't the best option, but oh well.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 08:40 PM
Easy on the dogs. I usually wear the new ones around the house a bit and do an easy run them. Let everybody get acquainted.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 08:47 PM
I've worn them around a decent amount, they're casual enough looking that I can wear them out and not look too weird, so that's good.
It was only a total of 3 miles, and really only a little over 2 of that was running, so I don't think it was too much damage. We'll see what they feel like tomorrow though
They won't be going for a long run Saturday I don't think, not yet.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 08:51 PM
I'm assuming you did do a good warm up and stretch....?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 08:58 PM
Haha. Warm up. Stretch.
Do you think I'm some sort of amateur??
I don't count warm-ups or cool downs in my mileage, don't want myself to think I'm better than I am or anything like that!
And of course I stretch, usually right after I shut off my alarm, while yawning!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 09:11 PM
I have old joints. It takes 15-20 minutes before they even pretend to work right!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 09:27 PM
But once they start burning, they're just as good as they were back in the 70's?
Wait, what are we talking about here??!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/09/12 09:31 PM
LOL Matt!
My right quad still hurts like *#^@ and TRX is tomorrow again. I might have to pass on squats....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/10/12 12:36 PM
Oh just do them. I'm sure once you get into it, it will feel perfectly normal.....
::gathers everyone in the corner to watch::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/10/12 12:38 PM
But once they start burning, they're just as good as they were back in the 70's?
Wait, what are we talking about here??!
Burning joints of course........
Knees of the 70's did not know pain. But legs of the 21st Century are much stronger, even at 55.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/10/12 02:17 PM
Unrelated point, my arches are sore! Breaking in new shoes, they got their first run today, maybe intervals wasn't the best option, but oh well.
That's a bit odd to me...I've never had to mess with "breaking in" new running shoes. I can take my ASICS out on a 10 miler for the first run and feel great. Are you sure they're the
right shoe for you?
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/10/12 02:47 PM
Unrelated point, my arches are sore! Breaking in new shoes, they got their first run today, maybe intervals wasn't the best option, but oh well.
Are you sure that you have a right AND a left shoe? Is the right shoe is on the right foot left shoe on the left foot? I know this has been an issue in the past.....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/10/12 02:51 PM
::High 5::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/10/12 03:11 PM
@ teej
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/10/12 03:17 PM
Hey, that was your wife's fault I'm pretty sure!
Every time I get new shoes, it takes a few days of wear (usually I just wear them around the house or out for errands etc) before they get comfortable, especially on the outer edge of my arches.
They feel fine today, though my knees are a little sore. I attribute that to playing an extra set in the wet sand last night though, nothing to do with the shoes
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 03:26 PM
BB1....when are we going for a bike ride? HHH in Wichita Falls on the 25th or are you coming down next weekend for a jaunt through the Refuge?
Happy is trying to convince me that I can handle the Metric Century (65 miles) and is willing to slow down for me to help pull me along...you in?
I'm a bit away from even a 50 miler right now, but my kids leave for Korea tomorrow, and I'm going to start riding a good 20 miles each evening.
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 03:37 PM
Already posted to the FB group, but I got my 1st 5k under my belt.
30:27
Just registered for another on Sept 1 that I'm hoping to break 29:xx on.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 03:41 PM
Congrats, John.
My knees would die a horrible death if I ran a 5k right now! One day, perhaps.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 06:13 PM
BB1....when are we going for a bike ride? HHH in Wichita Falls on the 25th or are you coming down next weekend for a jaunt through the Refuge?
Happy is trying to convince me that I can handle the Metric Century (65 miles) and is willing to slow down for me to help pull me along...you in?
I'm a bit away from even a 50 miler right now, but my kids leave for Korea tomorrow, and I'm going to start riding a good 20 miles each evening.
Got out of the loop.
I am up for a ride.....as soon as my caboose is a little more saddle tough and I have a little more road experience on the bike.
When and where is this metric to take place?
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 06:22 PM
Already posted to the FB group, but I got my 1st 5k under my belt.
30:27
Just registered for another on Sept 1 that I'm hoping to break 29:xx on.
Congrats! I have my first coming up Saturday, and I've noticed BurntSienna has a first 5K in October.
So, let me ask all the runners out there:
What advice do you have for a first 5K? I've been reading websites, and acquiring crucial knowledge like "Don't wear the race shirt until after you've completed the race" and "Make sure you have pins to attach your bib." (I thought I could just tie it around my neck like I was going to eat lobster.)
Also, it's probably too late for Saturday, but what's the best way to improve speed?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 06:25 PM
My best advice is to hydrate during the few days BEFORE the race.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 06:31 PM
Advice for Saturday...ENJOY IT.
Yes, take pins, dont eat anything new prerace, dont wear anything new (chafing HURTS), get there early and dont stress.
Having a 'race strategy' helps me. Going out on the first mile too fast often causes people to bonk. If you're wanting to break 30 for example...you would need to average about 9:20 per mile for the whole race (that's actually a 29 minute race). I would suggest instead of trying to hit that each time you try to run the first mile in 9:30, the second in 9:20 and the third in 9:10. You would have to have a watch that shows pace or know that the race would have mile markers to do so.
As for increasing speed...do speed work once a week. Go to the track, do a short warm up jog (10-15 minutes) and then do repeats. 400s, 800s, etc. Have a SHORT recovery (30 seconds standing) or half the distance of a recovery jog and do it again. Try for your goal 5K race pace. Be sure your total distance is at least 3 miles...if you're training for a 10K+ make sure it's more like 6-8 miles total with a warm up and cool down.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 06:44 PM
[quote=JohnBasedow]
Also, it's probably too late for Saturday, but what's the best way to improve speed?
Some things that might help.....
Rest well this week.
Eat well this week...Grilled Chicken, whole grains, good veggies, pasta on thursday and friday.
Hydrate well, as mentioned (water and gatorade)
About 30 minutes before, take an aspirin. Aspirin is a mild vasodilator and will let your blood carry a bit more O2.
Get there early so you can stretch, warm up and get the lay of the land (where the start and finish are, the bathhrooms, etc).
Try on and lay out what you want to wear the night before (especially the socks). Uncomfortable stuff sux at a race.
And what I usually tell people is this, enjoy the moment! Be amazed at where you are and what you are doing! Because even if it is a hugely attended race, you are still one of only a very small part of the population that will ever do this! ENJOY!!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 06:58 PM
Run like you stole something.
That's what my track coach used to say, that and "Run fast, turn left" Best track strategy there ever was
The above advice is great, especially the parts about relaxing. Your body is as prepared as it's going to get at this point, but your mind can be your biggest enemy going into a race. Run your race, not the race of those around you. Enjoy it and take mental notes of things you would like to do differently for the next race after that.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 07:05 PM
Also.....
Ocassionally bark at people as they go by!
It won't make you any faster, but their reactions will make you giggle.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 07:06 PM
Ok, don't really do that. You might get hit.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 07:19 PM
Roar like a lion as you cross the finish line. It will make you totally awesome looking if they're taking pictures and making them available via a website etc.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 07:35 PM
Congrats! I have my first coming up Saturday, and I've noticed BurntSienna has a first 5K in October.
So, let me ask all the runners out there:
What advice do you have for a first 5K? I've been reading websites, and acquiring crucial knowledge like "Don't wear the race shirt until after you've completed the race" and "Make sure you have pins to attach your bib." (I thought I could just tie it around my neck like I was going to eat lobster.)
Also, it's probably too late for Saturday, but what's the best way to improve speed?
Just have fun! And stretch afterwards!
This weekend is the Dirty Girl for me and a few girlfriends. I'm looking forward to the race, but not to being muddy with temps in the high 60s.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 07:55 PM
Don't listen to them! They told me to trip my running partner.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 08:02 PM
You didn't listen, you lost the race.
Just sayin...
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 08:13 PM
You didn't listen, you lost the race.
Just sayin...
Exactly.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 08:16 PM
Yeah, and you wouldn't throw a rock at him either....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 08:22 PM
He was too far away!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 08:30 PM
Is your range about 5 feet or what? At some point, near the start, he had to be right next to you. That was your chance. We're going to get you 1/2" racing spikes for next time, they're great for slowing down those behind you...on "accident" of course.
I've been the victim of them, never got anyone else thankfully.
Posted By: dblack
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 08:38 PM
I'm by no means an expert but since I just finished my first, I figure I'll throw some things out there.
Pick up your race packet early if at all possible. I got mine a few hours before and was able to come in at race time just early enough to stretch/warm up and get on the line. I liked that idea instead of having to get there super early to stand in line then letting nerves get to you.
START SLOW... you will want to go faster in the first mile with all the people around. A minute or so in I checked my pace and was @ 8:02 per....and I was shooting for 9:10. It was just so easy to run with a pack at what I thought was a comfortable pace. I slowed it down and eventually passed some of those people again towards the end when they gassed.
I started in the VERY back so I wasn't in anyones way that was serious about it and still ended up going too fast off the start. I finished mid pack though. (310ish out of 630)
If you can walk/drive the course before hand, do it. I went in completely blind and paid for it. My training had been on a track and was near flat. From about mile 1.5 to 2.2 there was a pretty steep incline that I hadn't accounted for and it was ROUGH..
Aside from that just have fun and get a benchmark for future runs.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 08:56 PM
John brings several good things to the party, but I will second to knowing the course if you can.
In addition to starting to fast, new racers also tend to "hold something back for the finish" to make sure they can finish strong. If you dont know where the finish is and how far it is from where you are, you may hold too much back and be slower than you want.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 09:18 PM
Knowing the course is going to be a problem. I may have picked the wrong 5K to begin with, because it's a fundraiser for small Lutheran school, and it's their first one. The principal is a friend. They haven't posted a map online. I know the neighborhood, and depending on the route they take, it could be flat or hilly. My practice route has some decent hills, so I hope I'll be ready for that.
I've read all kinds of conflicting tips. Eat carbs the week before. No don't eat carbs, it will just make you 3 pounds heavier on race day. Drink water the week before. No, don't drink water because you're not a camel and can't store it.
Best tip so far: avoid texting during the race.
Posted By: Derwood
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 09:39 PM
What I've been told is to try and up the percentage of carbs in your daily caloric intake but don't add calories to get the carbs. Also drink very small amounts of water just a couple of ounces every hour starting sometime the day before the race. It will keep you hydrated but not water logged.
I agree with everyone who said don't go out too fast. I do this almost every race (slow learner). I was doing a 10k last year which also had a 3k starting at the same time. I forgot about that and took off with a group that was moving fairly well, when we got to the first mile there was a gentleman calling out split times. I heard 6:21 and about died. It wound up as my PR but the last couple miles were awful.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/12 10:12 PM
I'm not a huge believer in the 'carb load' theory. It's just not necessary on a 5K. I've found the night before meal does make a huge difference for long runs (18 - 22), but not the the level of eating two plates of spaghetti. My favorite pre-race meal before a half marathon and above is pork tenderloin, green beans and brown rice. It's all easy on my tummy which is very important.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 12:30 PM
Any runners out there ever "over train?"
Ever since the IT band tendonitis (and now a nagging hip pain), I can't seem to get my running groove back. I was up to 8 miles for my long runs back in June. Now, I'm lucky to push myself through 3.5 miles. My legs always feel heavy and my breathing is always off and by the time I get back from 3 miles, I am very fatigued. Mentally, I'm just not into it. I'm thinking the hip pain is inflammation.
So, I've really cut back on my running. I'm still doing some cross-training (weights and core at least 2x a week), yoga (1x a week), and Spin (1-2x a week). I've been attempting to run once a week as well, but I'm about ready to cut it out completely for 6 weeks or so to see if that helps.
Trying to determine if this is just being not mentally into running right now, or over training?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 02:43 PM
Honestly thats a question only you can answer (or a training partner that is with you several times a week). Being burnt out or over stressed can cause similar issues. Look at your goals, see if your training matches. Maybe it's time to set new ones and adjust training to fit. That being said...
The hip pain is a sign (your check engine light) that something is out of whack. Yoga and stretching as well as core strengthening help. The weights could be aggravating the issue more than the running.
If you love running, maybe cut it our for a week or two and see how the hip does. If there isnt a change, add back running and cut out the weights. If you dont have relief, it's time to head back to the sports med doc to find the root cause.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 05:05 PM
BB1,
The ride where I'll be paying my debt to the SEC...errrr HappyGilmore and sucking it up for a longer ride than I probably am ready for....will be on August 25 in Wichita Falls. It's the Hotter 'N Hel! Hundred. If you google it, you'll find the website and tons of information.
You don't have to ride 65 or even 50 miles. There is a 25 miler as well. I've ridden two 25's, a 30 and a 50 so far this season. Come down this weekend, and we'll hit a good loop on Fort Sill or the Refuge on Saturday. I have a patient friend who will pull us along.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 06:27 PM
JohnBasedow, congratulations on your first 5K and thanks for posting the wonderful advice, John and everyone else.
In late September, I'm going to start running shorter loops on the course for my 5K so by race day, I'll be thoroughly familiar with the terrain. Mine is called the Tombstone 5K and the course is through a historic cemetery in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago. My uncle, a veteran of many 5Ks and 10Ks is going to run it with me.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 07:08 PM
JohnBasedow, congratulations on your first 5K and thanks for posting the wonderful advice, John and everyone else.
In late September, I'm going to start running shorter loops on the course for my 5K so by race day, I'll be thoroughly familiar with the terrain. Mine is called the Tombstone 5K and the course is through a historic cemetery in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago. My uncle, a veteran of many 5Ks and 10Ks is going to run it with me.
That's very convenient if you fall over dead halfway through. Mt. Greenwood Cemetery on 111th? I grew up in Evergreen.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 07:49 PM
That's an excellent point, MyBrainHurts!
Yes, the cemetery at 2900 W. 111th Street is the one. I grew up in the 'burbs, moved away for many years, and now find myself back in the 'burbs, MBH. Mt. Greenwood and Evergreen seem much the same as they always were to me.
It's nice.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 08:36 PM
BB1,
The ride where I'll be paying my debt to the SEC...errrr HappyGilmore and sucking it up for a longer ride than I probably am ready for....will be on August 25 in Wichita Falls. It's the Hotter 'N Hel! Hundred. If you google it, you'll find the website and tons of information.
You don't have to ride 65 or even 50 miles. There is a 25 miler as well. I've ridden two 25's, a 30 and a 50 so far this season. Come down this weekend, and we'll hit a good loop on Fort Sill or the Refuge on Saturday. I have a patient friend who will pull us along.
I have several frinds doing the HHH this year. They also are trying to cajole me into this idea.... I am a very firm, "We'll see" at this point.
I think two 20 mile rides and a couple of pleasure rides may not be sufficient experience for racing in traffic.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/14/12 09:54 PM
Not racing. Riding. Traffic isn't horrible. You won't crash too hard.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 01:20 PM
Most of my past experince with crashing as been on motorcycles, long ago! ::knocks wood, throws salt and spits::
And that sux!
How do you ride and not race....?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 01:26 PM
Life is a race, but the first one to the end doesn't really win...
These darn push-ups are starting to take a lot of time!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 01:30 PM
At this point in my cycling career, my goas is to finish a set distance. When I ride a 25 miler, I am now to the point that I am racing my PR. The problem with a short distance ride is that nobody is racing. You'd be racing yourself no matter what.
At this point for you and your unavoidable saddle soreness, let's get your mileage up and THEN we can race.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 01:30 PM
In my experience, the choice to ride not race is usually made for you. The experienced racers will usually leave you behind, lol. I've had some success in bike races, but it was either dumb luck or in timed events. When it comes to drafting and racing in a pack, it is an art that I do not have enough experience to be any good at. I have ridden and drafted in a pack and it is amazing how much easier it is and how much faster you can go. That is where I get into trouble because I think "I am so much faster than these guys" and try to break away to join another pack. What happens is pretty comical as I break away for about 5 minutes, the pack I left reels me in, they laugh and spray me with water bottles as they blow past me like I was standing still.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 01:31 PM
As for pushups, I did 16 this morning. For the record, they are the first 16 I've done since June when the kids got back with me. They shipped out yesterday, so I am trying to get my sleep pattern back to allow for some morning workouts again.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 01:44 PM
Matt you are right! I'm having to break them (pushups) into sets of 50, just to make the time thing work. I will still try to do 100 in one shot about once a week in the gym, But my shoulders hate me for that. The 50 sets are more manageable and easy to work in the schedule. As for the odd number (28 today) I'm ok with the last short set.
On the bike thing, I don't mind getting pushed by the faster riders. I'm still re-learning a lot. Just the bike itself is so much more responsive than the ones I've had in the past. Also still learning gear choices to keep my percieved effort at an even pace for different hill and wind situations. And I would like a higher level of skill before getting into a long road ride where there are no bike lanes (basically anywhere in Oklahoma)
It will take a little bit as I am still running, working out, playing racquetball and riding my motorcycle...Oh and that work thing! I have to get that in somewhere too!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 01:53 PM
Matt you are right! I'm having to break them (pushups) into sets of 50, just to make the time thing work. I will still try to do 100 in one shot about once a week in the gym, But my shoulders hate me for that. The 50 sets are more manageable and easy to work in the schedule. As for the odd number (28 today) I'm ok with the last short set.
I'm doing sets of 30-50 depending on the day. It's find on Wed/Fri when I'm at work doing stuff in the "gym", but the rest of the week when out running is when it's a real pain. Interval day is fine, I do them during my rest period, but the other 3 days stink. I do them all in the morning or they'll never get done.
And I would like a higher level of skill before getting into a long road ride where there are no bike lanes (basically anywhere in Oklahoma)
Can't you use the horse lane? Same thing basically, just a little more important to pay attention so you can dodge the...speed bumps
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 02:01 PM
LOL!! You sound like one of my friends aunts that live back east! She is older and sometimes asks how the "indian problem" is going in Oklahoma! She still thinks it's Fort Apache out here!
Although in the SE there are some Amish that still do the buggy thing. I think there are more up where Jen lives.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 02:32 PM
When it comes to drafting and racing in a pack, it is an art that I do not have enough experience to be any good at
you may not want to draft behind me......
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 03:07 PM
When it comes to drafting and racing in a pack, it is an art that I do not have enough experience to be any good at
you may not want to draft behind me......
I am always careful about the "Emissions" factor...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 03:45 PM
Speaking of biking, some jerk teenager buzzed me on the sidewalk this morning without announcing his approach. He nearly ran into me and scared the carp out of my dogs.
punk.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 03:47 PM
you should have let the dogs handle it....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 03:54 PM
No question, they could catch him!
I get that on the trails all the time. Some of them are technically two lanes, and I run on the right edge generally (track habit I think, like running next to lines). When passing, I always give as wide a distance as possible, but every time I'm out, I get people that seem to think we're on a 4-lane highway and they have to stay on our side of the path while passing, so they're within inches of me. I have my music low enough to hear announcements and that covers me most of the time, but you get someone on a fast bike, you might not hear them coming until they fly by!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 04:00 PM
I don't know how he expected to pass us on the sidewalk. When I let out the leash, the three of us take up the whole thing.
punk.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 04:31 PM
I do not get that! Granted I've ridden all of 40 miles in the last two weeks (and 6 years), but I always try to anounce my pass, slow down when needed and keep at least a foot between me and the other folks (runners or riders). Its just courtesy! We also have mostly seperate trails for bikes and runners, with big signs to that effect. But there are both runners and cyclists that transgress that seperation. It has led to both bad tempers and some coillisons. Some less accidental than others. Some of the cyclists go into or through crowds way to fast. And some of the runners insist on running in the bike paths.
I guess Ron White is right, "You can't fix stupid"
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 07:45 PM
I don't know how he expected to pass us on the sidewalk. When I let out the leash, the three of us take up the whole thing.
punk.
Oh, you're THAT person. I ride on bike trails that are used by a lot of walkers, too. It drives me nuts when I see someone walking a dog ahead of me on a 20 foot leash, and the dog is running from one side to the other. Fortunately, most dogs are smarter than their humans, so the dog gets out of the way.
But, manimal, the kid should have been on the street, not the sidewalk. IMHO, sidewalks are not bike paths.
A bigger irritant is having three or four women walking abreast and taking up the whole trail, and talking so loudly they can't hear me yelling "ON YOUR LEFT!!"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 07:54 PM
I totally get where you are coming from, but I am not that person, I will move for anyone coming towards me or anyone who calls out as they approach. I just need to know they are approaching!
And I use 6 foot leashes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/15/12 08:18 PM
If I had a kid, I'd put them on a 20 foot leash.
Random and unrelated, just saying.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 02:16 PM
I hate icing muscles.
JS
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 02:44 PM
I hate sleeping through my alarm and screwing up my whole day!
Can't remember the last time I shut off my alarm and fell back asleep, woke up, looked and saw it was 8:00, freaked out! Glad I've got volleyball tonight, but now I won't be able to feel okay about drinking a beer afterwards, knowing I missed my run
.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 02:52 PM
Lunch run?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 02:58 PM
On the bright side, it was storming until about 7:45 by the accounts I've heard, so my interval run probably would've been an indoor one.
I have a lunch meeting, so not really a chance there, and I don't like deviating from the plan/routine, it messes me up!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 03:03 PM
Cut yourself some slack, Matt. Your body needed a little extra rest; nobody died because you slept a little late.
Enjoy your volleyball, and substitute some beer-flavored water for the beer this one night (Miller 64 or the Bud 55 are good choices, low in everything (sadly including flavor)). Then add a couple minutes to your run tomorrow and get back on track.
A tiny stumble will not have any long-reaching consequences. I know this personally because the flight of beers I sampled this past weekend while out with friends at a very cool brewery. I still lost weight (2.8 pounds in the past 2 weeks).
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 03:13 PM
I have to be strict with myself, nobody else will do it for me!
I'm still working on getting rid of the dang honeymoon weight, and the next couple of days won't do a lot to help. I have a fun obstacle/mud run on Saturday though, so I guess I'll be a little more rested for that.
They only have beer flavored water there, I'll just stick to the water flavored stuff instead though, no big deal there. I just feel slow and "off" when I don't work out, that's the biggest annoyance. Had to hit the coffee this morning, which I almost never do anymore.
And I returned my new shoes and got a different pair last night, so I was ready to get them on and run with them!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 03:53 PM
I think instead of drinking at volleyball you should run laps around the court.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 04:44 PM
What's wrong with you people? I'm enjoying becoming a runner, but I'm not going to let it interfere with my drinking.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 04:46 PM
Mani runs better after a few beers, I don't!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 04:49 PM
I'm enjoying becoming a runner, but I'm not going to let it interfere with my drinking.
!! Well said.
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 06:22 PM
What's wrong with you people? I'm enjoying becoming a runner, but I'm not going to let it interfere with my drinking.
Preach it...
::fistbumps::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 06:27 PM
This is why I refuse to "diet". I run so I can eat and drink what I like!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 06:34 PM
Here's to Drinkers With A Running Problem!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 06:44 PM
This is why I refuse to "diet". I run so I can eat and drink what I like!
Yeah.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 07:08 PM
Isn't this why all the running clubs finish their group runs at the bar?????
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 07:22 PM
Wait, they do? Why am I not in a club?
I'm too anti-social I guess, I prefer running alone
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 07:37 PM
I prefer to
drink I mean run alone too.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 07:41 PM
I used to think drinking alone was a really bad sign...lately, I think it's most enjoyable!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 08:11 PM
I like to drink run alone.
I like to drink run with friends.
I will drink run just about anywhere.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 08:19 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/16/12 09:10 PM
I like to drink run alone.
I like to drink run with friends.
I will drink run just about anywhere.
Why the strike thru's? You can do BOTH!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 01:28 PM
Ran my first 5K Saturday. Despite all the advice, I started out too fast. I felt hemmed in by the pack, and pushed forward to have some room, and then just kept the pace too long. I looked at my watch at one mile, and it said just a couple seconds over 8 minutes, way too fast for me. I hit a wall at two miles but kept slogging on and finished in 28:04.
I wasn't even close to winning in my age group (50-59). There was a running club there, and they had three old guys run it in 23, 24 and 25 something. To get one of those shiny medals, I need to be either 3 minutes faster, or 4 years older.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 01:37 PM
Brain, you did great! you finished and you finished in a great time for your first! You did what everybody does. Its just jitters and inexperience.
BTW, given time, you will achieve both 3 minutes faster and 4 years older!
Great Job! Be proud of you!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 01:55 PM
What ^^^ said! Way to go, that is indeed a great time for a first race.
Mine was probably the most physically draining race I've ever had, my quads and lower calves are still not happy with me two days later. Starting a 5k mud race with a steep quarter mile uphill is just as much of a pain as it sounds like!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 02:04 PM
Congratulations MyBrainHurts!! You did great!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 02:54 PM
YAY for you!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 03:32 PM
Looking at the Spartan Race for next year. Looks a like a good one. Plus, its in AZ. I like AZ.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 03:34 PM
Old people seem to love AZ, not sure why.
I hope you're running it in laps though, you need to do it at least 3 times for it to be a sufficient challenge!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 03:38 PM
Its big, its empty and its warm! Dont have all them young whippersnappers in the way making all that noise!
Dam hippies! ::waves his cane in the air::
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 04:20 PM
I'm a little sore after this weekend as well. Who ever had the idea of throwing some gravel into the mud should be shot! My knees and elbows look like road rash. But running uphill on the trails with 10 pounds of mud and straw stuck to your shoes is a great work-out.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 04:25 PM
I can totally sympathize, my knees are in similar shape today! We were in some ditches that were basically runoff from some fields, it didn't take more than a whiff or two to know that it wasn't just mud we were crawling through
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 04:29 PM
Yeah, well. . . they did a make-shift changing area for us after the race. The race was held at a local county fair grounds where the fair was just held the week prior. We got one of the animal barns for said make-shift changing area. Pretty sure the hoses we used to rinse off the mud were used on the cows previously.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 04:34 PM
We had showerheads set up on hoses to use, but part of the last obstacle (when we were hurdling things) was getting blasted by a fire hose while the firefighters laughed at us. We were surprisingly "clean" at the end!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 05:40 PM
Ran my first 5K Saturday. Despite all the advice, I started out too fast. I felt hemmed in by the pack, and pushed forward to have some room, and then just kept the pace too long. I looked at my watch at one mile, and it said just a couple seconds over 8 minutes, way too fast for me. I hit a wall at two miles but kept slogging on and finished in 28:04.
I wasn't even close to winning in my age group (50-59). There was a running club there, and they had three old guys run it in 23, 24 and 25 something. To get one of those shiny medals, I need to be either 3 minutes faster, or 4 years older.
Congratulations, MyBrainHurts! You finished and in fabulous time - so proud of you.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 05:46 PM
Its big, its empty and its warm! Dont have all them young whippersnappers in the way making all that noise!
Dam hippies! ::waves his cane in the air::
And you don't have lawns you have to keep kids off!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 06:29 PM
I can totally sympathize, my knees are in similar shape today! We were in some ditches that were basically runoff from some fields, it didn't take more than a whiff or two to know that it wasn't just mud we were crawling through
Now you guys know why I run some of these in fatigues. Yeah, they get heavy, but no road rash.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/20/12 06:47 PM
Add that much weight to me and I'd not make it over some of the round hay bales at the very start probably!
Saw a few in those, they weren't moving very fast though
. I was pretty impressed by one particular kid, he's 7 and finished in the top 250 I think. I've seen him at a lot of 5k's around town, his mom cheers him on, but he can pull in a 27-28 minute time already! This kid literally disappeared into some of the holes dug into the mud, but it didn't slow him down much.
Posted By: Sound Tactic
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/23/12 07:02 PM
This reminds me of something. I used to have a PE teacher named Max Kitzleman (SP?). He played football in the NFL and for Nebraska. I remember in school a few of the kids could not do pushups very well and he said.... "hasn't anyone ever taught you ladies how to do a pushup?" Then he preceded to show us all how to do a proper pushup.
I thought it was pretty funny.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/23/12 07:17 PM
We need more Ketleman's!!
Matt, that is amazing for a little kid, but I think its great! My dad started me when i was a kid and it stuck.
I admit though, one of most humbling moments was a numner of years ago. I was running in the Red Bud (a 10K) and was running very close to a PR for a 10K and feeling, overall, pretty cocky about myself when about a 1/4 mile from the finish I started hearing this strange "clop, clop clop" sound coming up from behind me. I turned to look and here comes this 5' tall, 95 lb, 12 year old kid in a pair of size 13 Converse Allstars. His shoes are wrong, his stride is wrong, his head is bobbling all over the place....... Passed my azz like I was sitting still!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/23/12 07:33 PM
In your defense, he was 50 years younger than you at the time!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/23/12 07:34 PM
That's a great story, BB1!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/23/12 07:37 PM
That's a great story, BB1!
Oh sure, its great now! But then..... shoulda tripped the little upstart!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/23/12 07:41 PM
So that's where your advice for tripping my running partner came from?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/23/12 07:45 PM
Shhhhh.....!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 03:25 PM
Now that I've completed my goal(s) for the cycling season (will still continue to ride), I plan to get back into doing pushups. Back to the early-to-bed, early-to-rise routine.
::stocks up on ibuprofen for the shoulder::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 03:53 PM
Suggest a shoulder warm up routine....
A little windmill rotation (360 degrees) with and easy swing. Wall pushups, stretching.
Then hit the floor.
Might help
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 03:56 PM
BTW! Congrats to Pup for his ride in the HHH this weekend. A remendous acomplishment buddy!!!
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 07:31 PM
I've been a slug this summer. Did my push-ups in June, most of the time in July, sometimes in August...
I need to get back on track. My running hit a slump in June or July, too, so I've been trying so hard to get back in that groove I've just been neglecting everything else. I'm going to get back on keeping up with this thread, too - maybe it will keep me motivated!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 07:43 PM
You can do it! Yay! Woooohoo! You're #1!
My pom pom work is attrocious and I can't do the splits. It's in your best interest to run far far away from my cheerleading attmepts. Ready? GO!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 07:56 PM
You can do it! Yay! Woooohoo! You're #1!
My pom pom work is attrocious and I can't do the splits. It's in your best interest to run far far away from my cheerleading attmepts. Ready? GO!
Chearleeding dewds have a pretty good gig when you think about it. JS
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 07:58 PM
I've been a slug this summer. Did my push-ups in June, most of the time in July, sometimes in August...
I need to get back on track. My running hit a slump in June or July, too, so I've been trying so hard to get back in that groove I've just been neglecting everything else. I'm going to get back on keeping up with this thread, too - maybe it will keep me motivated!
Hi Ali!!!
The great thing about running (and exercise in general) is its patience. It will wait for us forever to come back to it! You haven't really missed so much! Just jump back in and it will feel very familiar!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 08:38 PM
BBB, my left leg is sore, upper calf, immediately below the knee. What's up with that? Is there a way PB or a protein shake (if applied liberally) will serve to correct this issue before tomorrow's scheduled intervals?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 08:46 PM
Dont I wish!
I bought a compression sleeve for mine and it helped a lot, along with ice and ibuprofen.
If no sleeve is available, a well wrapped 2 in ace bandage from the drugtore works about as well....along with ice and ibuprofen.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 08:49 PM
Also try to keep your stride true and even. Even if you have to slow down. Favoring the leg can cause an issue with the other leg, hip or even shin splints from the body trying to guard the injury. If you cant run without favoring, dont run.
Probably better alow time for more warm up and tretching too.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 09:03 PM
my left leg is sore, upper calf, immediately below the knee.
Just for variety, I thought I'd hit the elliptical instead of running. Just the little change in routine had my calves howling. I could feel it everytime I walked down stairs. They were sore for a couple days, although running loosened them up for a while. But they felt fine today, so I tried the elliptical again this morning. So far, so good.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 09:06 PM
Coincidence that it's the left leg and I run counter-clockwise on trails? Maybe...with a slight slope, it'd be getting a different impact than the outside foot, and it's of course taking a brunt of the effort when I'm turning. I could give it a go clockwise, though that's completely against my nature and will freak me out! Maybe I'll hit the straight, flat 51 mile trail and stay away from the loops for a few days and see what that does.
My knees suck all around (said almost every runner, ever), but I've been resisting any sort of brace since they've sucked the same way since I was 15.
I'll be icing tonight though, as I sit down for a few hours with my quantitative decision-making text and hoping I stay awake!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 09:12 PM
The sleeve (or wrap) is for the calf. My knees are trashed as well, but I dont have much faith in running in a brace.
And yes, I run counter clockwise one day clockwise the next, and i dont run the same street or trail everyday. I vary my runs for that reason. it saves knees and hips.
Brain, I think your idea of tossing in the eliptical is good for knee preservation too. But
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/27/12 09:40 PM
My current schedule is:
M-Trail A
T-Trail A, half mile intervals
W-core/weights
Th-Trail B
Fri-core/weights
Sat-Trail C
I did have T/Th swapped up until this week, the back to back mileage days on M/T (only about 5 each day) wasn't feeling great so I wanted to try spacing them out. I'm still working on finding something that works for me, I'm not progressing how I'd like to be and don't really have the time to keep trying to find a new training program every couple weeks if I want to make it up to a half marathon by October. Time is slipping away all to fast and I don't think I'm adding mileage very aggressively, so dealing with new pain and potential injury is only going to get more in the way. I'm supposed to be de-stressing when I run, not getting futher agitated!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 01:15 PM
Jen is a great resource for how to add miles and the mind set. Also pretty good on what to do with PO'd parts.
But be forwarned, she is a fan of ice baths
Those things hurt!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 01:34 PM
Ice baths, never done one (aside from during a couple of races)but don't like the idea of it! I'd definitely beg her to be my personal trainer, but I don't think I can afford the mileage I'd have to pay to get her up here!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 01:39 PM
Jen is a great resource for how to add miles and the mind set.
Great minds think alike, I just told him the same thing!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 01:55 PM
Two people, one brain!
Is this what it means, when I say, "If I had half a brain...?"
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 02:02 PM
When in doubt, ask Jen. It's reasonable advice for all manor of questions from those regarding aches and pains to shoes to wiring diagrams for any type of random vehicle!
She's just that awesome!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 02:46 PM
I bet teej could give some good advice too, now that I think about it.
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 02:48 PM
Ok, I have a question. In Body Pump, it goes warm up, squats, chest, shoulders, etc, then squats & lunges again (I can't remember the exact order). For the first squat group, my feet hurt! Like the bottom inside of my right foot. It hurts through the whole song (which feels like a very long song especially with squats!). By the time we get to the next squat and lunges group (after doing chest, triceps, shoulders, etc), the pain is completely gone and the foot feels fine. Any ideas what could be causing the pain? I'm trying to make sure my form is correct, but if that's off, then wouldn't it be off for both sets?
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 02:51 PM
I bet teej could give some good advice too, now that I think about it.
I have many thousands of running miles in my rear view mirror and am happy to share what I have learned with anyone who has a question. Same with cycling.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 02:55 PM
I've had weird foot pain similar to what you're describing, during some different cardio-type programs I've done in the past. It could be your shoes, or just that you need to stretch out your feet a bit before you go into everything. It seems like a stretching issue, given that it goes away instead of getting worse. Once everything's warmed up, it's fine.
How long has it been happening? Is this a new program you're doing or is it a consistent problem?
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 03:02 PM
I've been doing Body Pump for several months now, twice a week. Same pain always. Tried new shoes, that didn't help (great excuse to get new shoes though). I'll try doing some stretches or something today before I go.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 03:11 PM
First question is what kindo of shoe are you using and how old are they?
Joints are funny (the feet are loaded with joints) they are full of nerves, ligaments, bursa, cartilage, blood supply, etc. Actually, its a miracle (literally) that they work at all!
Typically, they work better once they have a chance to warm up and for all the parts to have a chance to get orchestrated.
If the shoes are the right shoes, I would suggest getting to body pump a little early and doing a 5 minute jog or walk and get the blood supply up to speed.
Hopefully, if you technique is off, the instructor would point that out.
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 03:15 PM
The shoes are about 3 weeks old. They are a running shoe, just cuz that's what I usually buy! Asics of some sort, can't remember exactly. I'll try warming up and stretching a little better today. Thanks for the advice. I'm not real great at stretching prior to working out. I do stretch after, so don't yell at me!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 04:03 PM
Running shoes may not be the best choice for cross training activities like Body Pump. Running shoes tend to keep your foot from torquing and twisting and are generally meant to keep you going in a straight line. Cross trainers may give you more stability when doing other types of activities like squats and such.
I am horrible about stretching before I run; however, if I have an issue with an injury or nagging pain I do stretches to get that area comfortable before I start out.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 04:58 PM
I have many thousands of running miles in my rear view mirror and am happy to share what I have learned with anyone who has a question. Same with cycling.
you and I are a lot alike........only I have thousands of driving miles
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 05:08 PM
I have many thousands of running miles in my rear view mirror.
I have many thousands of miles sitting on my rear .
Fixed!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 05:50 PM
it's hard work staying that still for a long time
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 06:41 PM
Running shoes may not be the best choice for cross training activities like Body Pump. Running shoes tend to keep your foot from torquing and twisting and are generally meant to keep you going in a straight line. Cross trainers may give you more stability when doing other types of activities like squats and such.
I am horrible about stretching before I run; however, if I have an issue with an injury or nagging pain I do stretches to get that area comfortable before I start out.
You mean I need to go buy another new pair of shoes? Darn.
It was a little better today. I stretched and ran about 1/2 mile prior to class. I could still feel it there, but it wasn't as sharp a pain as normal. I'll maybe see if I can find a good deal on cross trainers this weekend.
Thanks for the advice everyone!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 09:05 PM
You can't ever have too many shoes.
Its in the Constitution somewhere.......
Article 10 1/2....EE
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 09:08 PM
^^^not a strict contstructionist or original intentist!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 09:20 PM
You're talking about a guy that believes the right to bear arms means he can wear tank-tops to work regardless of what the policy says.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 09:38 PM
You're talking about a guy that believes the right to bear arms means he can wear tank-tops to work regardless of what the policy says.
.....And a .45!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/28/12 10:20 PM
You guys are killing me. I get busy at work for a day and WOW.
From what I remember reading above the things running through my head are:
Always unwind on the track or trail. AKA go the other way!!! The same with a seriously sloped road. Yes, we all know we should run on the left side of the road, but you're beating your body up if you stay there and it's really slanted.
I avoid braces/supports/taping of all sorts unless my PT says its necessary. Much of my opinion (started to type wisdom and then thought better of it) is based on info from the PT, she says the braces/supports/taping allow the weakness to continue and you dont correct the biomechanical issue. The sore spot is your engine warning light...it's a sign/symptom very rarely is it the root cause.
Warming up...I like the way the cross country coach does it with the kids. I ran with them all summer. Dynamic warm ups, high knee marches slowly followed by slow butt kickers. Then high knees running and butt kickers running. Soldier march, walking lunges, leg swings, etc. Maybe 10-15 minutes. No stretching before running. Stretching is after, part of your cool down.
Pain when running/working out. I use the PT's 1-10 scale. 1 is "huh". 2 is "what on earth, I feel something off". 3 is "that's really uncomfortable". 4 is "ouch" and you STOP doing whatever you're doing at that point. (I've finally learned that lesson after finishing a 15 mile run with a stress fracture...very stupid.) If you're at a 3 resting, RICE and some cross training (bike, elliptical, pool, etc) are probably a good idea for a few days. I will admit, I dont do that very well.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 12:51 PM
Always unwind on the track or trail. AKA go the other way!!!
I've begun to run one direction for half the distance, then turning around and running back on the same path (whether street or sidewalk), rather than do 'loops' around a designated route. Of course, I am only running outside one day a week, but after that debauchery of racing my husband and doing something to my ACL... I learned my lesson.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 12:54 PM
You guys are killing me. I get busy at work for a day and WOW.
From what I remember reading above the things running through my head are:
Always unwind on the track or trail. AKA go the other way!!! The same with a seriously sloped road. Yes, we all know we should run on the left side of the road, but you're beating your body up if you stay there and it's really slanted.
I avoid braces/supports/taping of all sorts unless my PT says its necessary. Much of my opinion (started to type wisdom and then thought better of it) is based on info from the PT, she says the braces/supports/taping allow the weakness to continue and you dont correct the biomechanical issue. The sore spot is your engine warning light...it's a sign/symptom very rarely is it the root cause.
Warming up...I like the way the cross country coach does it with the kids. I ran with them all summer. Dynamic warm ups, high knee marches slowly followed by slow butt kickers. Then high knees running and butt kickers running. Soldier march, walking lunges, leg swings, etc. Maybe 10-15 minutes. No stretching before running. Stretching is after, part of your cool down.
Pain when running/working out. I use the PT's 1-10 scale. 1 is "huh". 2 is "what on earth, I feel something off". 3 is "that's really uncomfortable". 4 is "ouch" and you STOP doing whatever you're doing at that point. (I've finally learned that lesson after finishing a 15 mile run with a stress fracture...very stupid.) If you're at a 3 resting, RICE and some cross training (bike, elliptical, pool, etc) are probably a good idea for a few days. I will admit, I dont do that very well.
And she ^^^ is a shoe ho too!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 12:59 PM
What Jen is talking about (and a lot of you know this) is that roads usually have a "crown". They are high in the center and low on the shoulder to facilitate run off and prevent pooling.
But for a runner, that means constantly running with one foot lower than the other. Doing it the same way everytime eventually leads to imbalance and over use injuries. So be aware when you run which foot is lower and next time swith so the other foot is.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 01:42 PM
I avoid braces/supports/taping of all sorts unless my PT says its necessary. Much of my opinion (started to type wisdom and then thought better of it)
If you're at a 3 resting, RICE and some cross training (bike, elliptical, pool, etc) are probably a good idea for a few days. I will admit, I dont do that very well.
You can call it wisdom Jen, it's okay!
After two nights of ricing and spending my time on the eliptical yesterday, I'm feeling better today at least. Not a running day today, so I have another recovery day. I guess I'll need to see how it feels tomorrow to decide where I go from there. Won't be doing my scheduled run probably, but we'll see. Then I have an off day Friday and will be improvising for the weekend, so by next week I should be back to normal.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 01:51 PM
RICE? two nights of ricing? What are you people talking about now? Long grain? White? Steamed? Soy sauce?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 01:55 PM
I'm just messing with Jen, don't be alarmed
. She meant ice, there's no magical property about rice except it being delicious. If anything, wild rice would be the way to go I'm sure!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 02:14 PM
You can use buckwheat!
But that's for heat......
I guess you could freeze it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 02:21 PM
Rest + icing = RICEing?
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 02:43 PM
Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation
I'm a pro at knowing this, but not following it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 02:44 PM
I knew this ^^ at one point.
Now I feel dumb and I'm going to shut up.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 03:38 PM
I was halfway there.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 03:40 PM
Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation
I'm a pro at knowing this, but not following it.
Oh. That's how they treated my broken ankle. Guess I should have deciphered that.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 04:59 PM
I think a better fit for me would be:
Run
Injure
Complain
Excedrin Extra Strength
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 05:01 PM
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 08:24 PM
runners are just plain nuts!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/29/12 08:25 PM
runners are just plain nuts!
Are not!
We are honey roasted!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/30/12 03:30 PM
I think a better fit for me would be:
Run
Injure
Complain
Excedrin Extra Strength
Bwahahaha! I think we were seperated at birth.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/30/12 03:36 PM
There's nothing wrong with complaining, as long as you are complaining while you are doing!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/30/12 03:37 PM
runners are just plain nuts!
Are not!
We are honey roasted!
<<<<< Lightly salted.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/30/12 03:37 PM
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/30/12 03:51 PM
I will not run injured.
I will not run injured.
Nice try, But I heard this story before......
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/04/12 07:16 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/04/12 09:38 PM
T-rex is our Symbl!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 02:50 AM
Finally got in a run today....for the first time in WEEKS and WEEKS!! I'm a bit sore but at least I was at the beach and the sun was out and the temp was perfect!!
Things are settling down for me (sort of) and it's time to get the exercise back on track!
I was a little worried that my work pants would no longer fit but they do, just a little snug.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 12:56 PM
WTG bOaty!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 01:20 PM
Well done! Doesn't it feel good to be sore though? I always appreciate my muscles telling me I did a good job. Joints, that's a different story, but a good muscle burn is great motivation.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 01:48 PM
I agree! Muscle soreness (much as is sux) is validation that you accomplished something. I came up with (atually stole) a new exercise for the crazy routine. Some of you know it.
using a chin up bar, pull yourself up until your arms are at about 45 degrees. The lift your legs up until you look like an "L" with your feet and legs pointed at the ceiling. Now, maintaing that position, rotate your hips to the left until your legs are parallel with the ground and then back to the left to the same point. Repeat as many times as you can.
It's murder! Everything gets sore! Abs, total core, arms, shoulders..the works!
Welcome to day 249...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 01:51 PM
Walked into a fire hydrant this morning. Coordination is not my strong suit.
My poor knee.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 01:58 PM
That sounds like a beastly move BBB, I'll have to give that a try! I may or may not even be able to get into the initial position...we'll see. If I kick the ceiling and knock out a tile though...I'll be sending you the invoice!
Mani...I'm going to get you a helmet and elbow/knee pads for your birthday. I worry about you! (Were you at least dance-walking so you have a reason for being distracted??)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 02:04 PM
Ooo prezzies!
No, I was just walking the dogs, the same route we take every single morning... it wasn't even like "Where did that thing come from?!" I was fully aware the whole time. At least I gave the kids on the passing school bus some early morning entertainment.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 02:10 PM
I think I could get away with those kinds of gifts without making Mr. Mani worry. He'd probably have a pretty good laugh about it actually!
I'm glad it was walking and not when out running, but with the pace your pups are likely to mush down the sidewalks, it might not be much slower than a jogging pace!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 02:18 PM
The local YMCA has a hand rail in front of their building that runs parallel with the sidewalk. Someone in their infinite wisdom thought would be a great idea to paint it to exactly match the sidewalk. At 5 am, in the dark, while still half asleep and running, you can not see it until you are almost impaled on it. It hasn't happened yet, but I am hoping when it does that it is caught on video because it is going to be epic.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 02:27 PM
Matt, I'll bet you can do it! Its a great exercise to prep for some of the obstacle races! I could only do 10 the first time! It is seriously tough! But I recommend it highly!
Mani....Ok, we'll come back to Mani...
Teej, can you set up one of those trail camera's on that bar?
Seriously, have they never heard of yellow safety tape?
Mani, maybe some lateral movement drills? Ow!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 02:43 PM
Sounds like someone fishing for a lawsuit might accidently find that railing!
I can't wait to see Mani navigating cargo nets and balance beams and stuff!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 02:53 PM
It's my knees that were sore.
I'm not sure what I'll do today for fitness. Don't want to run again so soon, I have a phobie to motel floors so there's no way I'm getting on the floor to do anything!! I guess I'll walk.
I'm going to sit and wait paitently for TJ to hit that railing while on his morning run.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 03:55 PM
Beach pushups!!!
"How To Do Pushups In A Wild Bikini" I'm sure this was a Frankie Avalon and Anette Funicello movie....
Or go swim in a meat suit. You'll have to get faster!
Just kidding...don't do that!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 04:00 PM
I can't wait to see Mani navigating cargo nets and balance beams and stuff!
When you say 'navigate', I assume you mean getting stuck spider-web style in the cargo nets until someone takes pity and cuts me loose, and sliding across the balance beam on my belly inch by splintery inch...
That IS what you meant, right?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 04:10 PM
Pretty much, yes.
I'd not suggest that on the beam though, you'll get awfully muddy or just end up falling into the water below...which would be even worse for you!
We're just going to have to get you over a bunch of phobias in the next 8 months!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 04:16 PM
You can't fix clumsy.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/05/12 05:40 PM
Tell me about it. I've got the medical bills from my daughter to prove it.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 01:11 PM
The mud run Sunday confirmed my clumsiness. Geeze I fell down a lot!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 01:17 PM
The mud run Sunday confirmed my clumsiness. Geeze I fell down a lot!
They are not supposed to give you beer until AFTER the race.....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 01:19 PM
I only wish I could use that as an excuse.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 01:20 PM
Nobody can be graceful when trudging through mud Jen, not even you!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 01:25 PM
The mud run Sunday confirmed my clumsiness. Geeze I fell down a lot!
If you do more, keep an eye out for good deals on cheap trail runners. I can sometimes find Adidas Kanadia's for $25-$30. They have a lot more aggressive sole and mud runs are on, well....mud! You can run in them without hurting your feet or knees on the soft surface and you dont fall down as much.
I've even seen a few in cleats. I'm not ready to try that yet. Fivefingers work ok for traction, but they seem to fill up with silt and mud worse than the shoes.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 01:48 PM
I dont think any type of shoe would help...when I was falling I was sliding down 4-8 ft embankments into knee deep THICK mud. You try to "jog" through said mud trench and WHAMMO!!! a hip deep hole appears and down you go. It was also a trick not having a domino affect on your neighbors.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 02:17 PM
No doubt, some courses are designed to make sure that the majority of participants will fall. I have so far survived without mishap, but I think because I have the advantage of seeing where people bite it before me. I am quite sure that film of me would be highly entertaining though! More than a few times I have had the arms flailing and feet spinning like a cartoon!
And while I havent fallen, I have butt slid down a few of the bigger, muddier hills! Wheeeeeeee!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 03:38 PM
I just resign to the fact that I will end up face down in the mud during all of those types of runs and plan accordingly.
Many races expressly prohibit cleats/running spikes due to the damage you could cause to others, so make sure you check on that before you give it a try. I don't think they'd be all that much help anyway though. Slow and steady is a good approach, but not something that competitive runners want to accept
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 05:17 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 06:18 PM
^^^ I am screwed come Tough Mudder season.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 06:19 PM
Manni, I am sure that glitter will stick to mud....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 06:25 PM
I think I need some of that special magical glitter that gives people like me basic motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 06:34 PM
The way I look at it, if you are a complete klutz on dry land, maybe the mud is where you will find your graceful side....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 07:19 PM
You are too kind.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 07:42 PM
I still envision you completing the race as some sort of back-pack or otherwise being carried by any combination of people. Think a line of 3-4 people and you laying across all the shoulders.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 08:09 PM
That's why I wanted to register for that wife-carrying race instead.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 08:47 PM
They're not mutually exclusive! You can do both and see which one is more fun
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/06/12 09:06 PM
That's why I wanted to register for that wife-carrying race instead.
You have a wife...? But you're not a dewd.
She must be small......
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/11/12 12:18 PM
I am easing back into running after taking the last 2 months off. I'm cautiously watching the hip hot spots to see if it gets worse and am continuing to strengthen them during my cross training. Feeling good today. Was out for about 40 minutes last night, did a 5 minute warm up, then 5 reps of 5 minutes of a stead run and 2 minutes of a walk, and then a short cool down and stretch.
Tonight is Spin class and weights. And then a day off.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/11/12 12:43 PM
You are doing it the smart way NP. Taking a little more time going in will save you getting injured and having to start over.
Hips are fussy little joints that have to move with in a large range of motion and carry most of our weight in doing so.
Fan shaped muscles, pulling them in all kinds of directions at once. They are, at once, totally amazing and a real pain in the a$$.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/11/12 04:19 PM
Oh do I know about the pain in the a$$ part. . . .
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 01:15 PM
Everybody that has a chin up bar available, you need to try these -
http://youtu.be/0naOASvxJX8 Wow! They are killing me but I love them!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 02:31 PM
That reminds me, I attempted the one you described last week...kicked the ceiling. Ooops
Guess you need a higher one to accomodate all the acrobatics involved there!
Maybe if I looked like you (but younger) I'd just go set up a bar in the parking lot and show off my skills!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 02:41 PM
The State Fair starts this week. Other than going out to see just how far the human race has devolved and eating carp, I like to go tho to the Marine recruiting tent. They always have a chinup bar going for people to see how many they can do.
I wear my glasses and pull my pants up real high and slump. I stand around and watch young guys squeak 4 or six..sometimes as many as 11!
Then I as if I can play.....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 02:45 PM
Sneaky!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 03:08 PM
A chin-up hustler, sure as the day is long! (<--You like that? I'm trying to speak "old person" for you!)
I always laugh at those things. It's funny to see people ratcheting out 15-20 but noticing they're only going half-way down (to about a 90-degree angle at the elbow). Bet they could do 2-3 real ones at most!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 03:19 PM
Sadly my experience is that only about 1 in 15, that try, can lift their body weight at all! Of those only one or two can manage more than 10 real, over hand chinups.
Sad...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 03:57 PM
So, 1/15th of ~7,065,864,800 = 471,057,653 but only 1 or two of those can do more than 10?
So you're one of the top two strongest people in the world?? ::bows::
Or maybe you meant 1 or 2% of those? So between 4,710,576 & 9,421,153?
Either you're at the very top, or you're in the top 0.067-0.133%.
I need to know what it is so I know how impressed to be!
(Yep, I'm being that guy, can't let you get away with any shenanigans you know!)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/12/12 05:38 PM
Actually I meant I meant out of those that I watched attempting to do them. that would be out of 150 to 200 tops. So maybe still in the top 10%? I could live with this.
I have been doing these, and I love/hate them!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1AHDAgeqhw(I know some will be blocked..sorry. If you can't see them Google "Windshield wipers exercise", they will come up some where )
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/13/12 02:24 PM
Has anybody gone to R.I.P.P.E.D. class? Thanking about thrying it out but the gym manager said he tried and it killed him.
Wondering if he's just a whimp or not.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/13/12 02:26 PM
I've never heard of it, but then again you crazy Californians have all the cool stuff we hillbillies dont.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/13/12 03:29 PM
We have one, but I haven't tried it. The people that have say its tough...... I trust one of them.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/13/12 05:44 PM
Has anybody gone to R.I.P.P.E.D. class? Thanking about thrying it out but the gym manager said he tried and it killed him.
Wondering if he's just a whimp or not.
The Y here offers it, although I haven't tried it (yet). Their description says that it's "created for all fitness levels." I'm wondering if it's like my Rip 60 DVDs?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/13/12 05:55 PM
All I could think when I saw that was the acroynm thread and suddenly turned it into Rest In Peace and decided to go no further.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/13/12 09:03 PM
LOL! I promise they wont really work you to death Joker!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/14/12 03:42 PM
But Boatn already said it killed the gym manager!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/14/12 08:50 PM
That was never proven.....
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 11:52 AM
My 8 year old and 5 year old got to run in their first race this past weekend. The North Face Endurance Run offered a kids 1K race with their very own bib and a (rubber) medal once they crossed the finish line. And they got to run with the likes of Spongebob, Snow White, Buzz Lightyear, GI Joe. . . And the kids and I got to mean Dean Karnazes. Granted, they didn't know who he was, but I've read all of his books and had him sign one of them. Kinda hoping that the excitement of their first race gets them excited to run. I know I was very proud of them.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 01:34 PM
So adorable! Congratulations to both of them! (Loved the pics, too).
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 02:01 PM
I think it's great when the kids are running. I ran a 5K this weekend and there were 6 and 9 year old girls, and a couple 10 year olds.
This was my 2nd 5K and I finished 3rd in my age group. OK, I confess, there were only three guys in my age group, so third is also last. But I have a shiny medal, the first I've ever won for running.
And I would have finished second in the 45-54 group and third in the 35-44 group. There were only 110 runners, and most of them were women, so it was pretty easy to place in the men's groups.
The race was for the humane society, and a bunch of people ran with their dogs.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 02:39 PM
Well Done NP and Brain!!
This is how you teach the next generation! Talk is cheap, its what they see you do that they remember!
I managed 3rd this weekend too Brain. Maybe I can win one in October, Ive got a couple 5 K's coming up. NOt much hope of winning the duathalon, but I'll give a shot!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 03:50 PM
I'm looking forward to a 5K next week. It's calledd Miles for Meso, and is a fundraiser for mesothelioma research. Our bank will have a team of 9 runners and 18 walkers. They expect over 600 people to participate. After the regular 5K is an Elite 5K with some outstanding runners. A team of Kenyans usually sets the pace. The course is very hilly, and I don't like hills. It's also mostly on cobblestones. Should be interesting.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 04:14 PM
We've got a 5k this weekend... it's inside the Zoo so I'm pretty psyched about it. Got our registration packets this weekend with our T-shirts, bibs and tracker-thingies.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 04:14 PM
(double post)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 04:34 PM
Brain, I have seen 5K's where Kenyans have finished in the 14 minute range. They can hold an incredible pace!
Mani, the race through the zoo sounds fun! Love the "tracker thingy's"! Causes visions of some dewd in a control booth with a satellite camera on you....
"She's entering the T-Rex paddock...."
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 07:01 PM
::trips goat on way through:::
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 08:06 PM
::trips
over goat on way through:::
Fixed (for Matt)
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/17/12 08:32 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 02:14 PM
Goats - Always just one bad day away from a gyro.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 02:33 PM
I was picturing the scene from Jurrasic Park with the goat in the T-Rex pit. Figured I'd slow that sucker down and make my escape!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 03:14 PM
Dont have to be faster than T-rex, only faster than the goat (or the kid running next to you)!
Or maybe lay really flat! T-rex cant do pushups!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 03:48 PM
Why else do you think I tripped the goat?
I just hope I don't get distracted by all the animals on Sunday and trip over something/someone.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 03:57 PM
You need to learn to sing "If I Could Talk To The Animals" from Dr. Dolittle! (the original, not the Eddie Murphy thing) You could sing it as you run through!
You dont grow up with a vet as a dad and not know Dr. Dolittle!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 04:38 PM
Speaking of animals, we saw a HUGE owl this morning on our walk... s/he was circling around near the edge of the golf course making all kinds of noise. The pups are used to hearing the usual singing birds, but the hooting freaked them out.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 05:07 PM
5k this past Saturday had several little kids in it. One that I noticed on my way back to my car was with her whole family (presumed fact), parents and 3 kids probably between 8-12. One of the girls was literally screeching in the last 2 blocks of the races about how much her stomach hurt. Darn those cramps! The dad ended up picking her up for the last block. This was probably around the 40 minute range.
Also, whoever planned that race was slightly sadistic. The last .9 miles was a straight line to the finish. Made you want to sprint way too early!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 05:15 PM
Speaking of animals, we saw a HUGE owl this morning on our walk... s/he was circling around near the edge of the golf course making all kinds of noise. The pups are used to hearing the usual singing birds, but the hooting freaked them out.
Where I used to live, we had a 6 mile trail though heavy woods, which was a cool run early in the morning. But, one early fall morning before sunrise, I was running and spooked an owl, which then proceeded to scare the everlivingcarp out of m-m-m-me!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 05:17 PM
5k this past Saturday had several little kids in it. One that I noticed on my way back to my car was with her whole family (presumed fact), parents and 3 kids probably between 8-12. One of the girls was literally screeching in the last 2 blocks of the races about how much her stomach hurt. Darn those cramps! The dad ended up picking her up for the last block. This was probably around the 40 minute range.
Also, whoever planned that race was slightly sadistic. The last .9 miles was a straight line to the finish. Made you want to sprint way too early!
Nasty when you arent familiar with the course....."I clould have swarn that was a lot closer!" BTDT!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 06:26 PM
Also, whoever planned that race was slightly sadistic. The last .9 miles was a straight line to the finish. Made you want to sprint way too early!
We had a different sort of sadist. The three mile mark was just before a curve, so I couldn't see the finish, but picked up my pace as best I could thinking I had 100 meters to go. Turns out the 3 mile mark was about a half mile from the finish.
They also had the water set up way off to the side, in a yard, like we were supposed to stop and visit a while. It must have been 20 yards from where we were running, and they just sat there with a table full of plastic cups, watching us go by.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 06:32 PM
Here is the course we are running this Sunday. Not so sure about all those loopy-loop back-and-forth sections in the last mile...
Brookfield Zoo Run Run Map
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 06:39 PM
I would probably trip over my own two feet as I craned my neck to watch some silly animal antics!
Actually, looks like a cool place to have a run set up!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 09:36 PM
Here is the course we are running this Sunday. Not so sure about all those loopy-loop back-and-forth sections in the last mile...
Brookfield Zoo Run Run Map Well that's not confusing at all.......
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/18/12 09:53 PM
Oh, Manimal, not a PR race I am thinking, but it looks like so much fun! I am picturing the different animal habitats as I look at this map. I love that zoo. Have fun.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/19/12 01:11 PM
There will have to be a Tarzan yell somewhere in this race! Mandatory!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/19/12 01:33 PM
You are so right QCL, this one's gonna be fun! I wonder what the animals will think as a herd of humans runs by... I know I'd be freaked if it was the other way around!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/19/12 02:23 PM
Depends on the animals .....
Giraffs - Geeze their short
Tigers - Lunch!
Lions - Lunch!
Cheetahs - Carp their slow....and lunch!
Polar Bears - snack
Gorrilas - The market is down (Gorrilas are smarter than we are)
Monkeys - Prepare to fling pooh.....FLING!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/19/12 02:24 PM
Depends on the animals .....
Gorrilas - The market is down (Gorrilas are smarter than we are)
Monkeys - Prepare to fling pooh.....FLING!
This needed a spew warning!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/19/12 02:41 PM
As soon as the question was stated I had a vision of "Madagascar!"
Such is the mind of the demented....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/19/12 03:11 PM
::makes mental note to pull up hood while running by baboon island::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/19/12 04:14 PM
Just take a cue from them, run amongst the herd!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 01:48 AM
Been reading in my free time this week, a book called Born to Run. My 21 year old brother-in-law gave it to me and thought I'd like it. He's nearing the end of his training for his first marathon, not bad fo someone who started running a year ago...sheesh. Anywho, it has me wanting to drop off the grid and move into the mountains to become a hermit/ultrarunner! Combination of insanity and spending the last week at compliance school I'm thinking.
Highly recommend it, inspirational in all varieties! Lots about a tribe in the mountains of Mexico that can regularly run up and down mountains at insane speeds and do it for 24-48 hours at a stretch. And they consume lots of beer. Sounds like my kind of people!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 12:14 PM
Matt, look into Dean Karnazes's books - UltraMarathon Man, Run, and 50/50. They are very well written books as well. But it may increase your urges to drop off the grid.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 01:46 PM
Been reading in my free time this week, a book called Born to Run. My 21 year old brother-in-law gave it to me and thought I'd like it. He's nearing the end of his training for his first marathon, not bad fo someone who started running a year ago...sheesh. Anywho, it has me wanting to drop off the grid and move into the mountains to become a hermit/ultrarunner! Combination of insanity and spending the last week at compliance school I'm thinking.
Highly recommend it, inspirational in all varieties! Lots about a tribe in the mountains of Mexico that can regularly run up and down mountains at insane speeds and do it for 24-48 hours at a stretch. And they consume lots of beer. Sounds like my kind of people!
The Taranuhara! One of their tribe hold the record for the longest documented sustained run by a human. Over 400 miles!
According to some of the books I have read on them, they are able to run down animals, because they basically have always been lousy shots with primative weapons.
I think their name litteraly means "fast runner" or something like that.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 02:06 PM
The Taranuhara! One of their tribe hold the record for the longest documented sustained run by a human. Over 400 miles!
::in best Andy DuFresne/Morgan Freeman voices:: "You remember the name of the town don't you?" "Zihuatanejo."
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 02:20 PM
I believe the book says "running people", but I'm definitely wanting to investigate arch strengthening exercises and some barefoot running. My B-i-L is working his way up to try a 5k barefoot, so far he's only doing about a mile at a time. Takes time to toughen up the feet I'm sure.
Reading about running seems like a weird concept, but it's still interesting. I like the bio-mechanical aspect of it all, but that's just the science nerd inside me.
NP, I was trying to get a podcast that was for the 50/50 one I believe, too bad I couldn't get on a wireless network at the airport without paying for it! I'm interested. Not sure I'd ever take that direction for my own fitness goals, but it's still very neat to read about.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 02:49 PM
You know I am a fan of minimalist running and have a lot of mini shoes, but I think it is not for everyone, or even all the time. I read a book by a podiatrist/runner (I'll have to find it) and his was the best thesis I have seen on it. Minimalist runners want everyone to do it. And traditionalists think no one should. I think some people are physically predisposed to it; proper arch, stride, pronation, etc. Some will never be able to do it well. Those of us that grew up barefoot all summer and before there were decent running shoes tend to have stronger feet, but that is only part of the equation. How you run and what type of foot strike you have is important.
I do periodic runs in my fivefingers to increase my foot speed, because I cannot take a long loping stride in those shoes. But if I try to do a long run (over 3 miles) in them, I will get tired and revert to my normal, heel strike stride. For me it is useful, but I will stick with my Ascics for serious runs.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 03:29 PM
I don't want to lose my toenails! There was a guy in there that had his surgically removed since they just kept falling off, kind of funny. And a Jenn that was a crazy party-girl/boozer... but she was from the east coast
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 04:54 PM
Have you seen these? Maybe the ultimate "barefoot" runner shoe
(shoe is a very broad term in this case)
http://birthdayshoes.com/branca-barefoot-running-sandals-review
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 05:56 PM
Sounds like what was described in the book, definitely. Look a bit uncomfortable!
I'd run in those and my matching birthday suit!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 08:14 PM
I've seen guys run in them. Its just that the gait required to run in them is too unnatural for me.
I've seen video of guys trail running in CO and NM in them.
I've done this in my 5 fingers.....I'd want to know the trail pretty well before letting my feet be that nekkid.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 08:23 PM
I like the idea of it. Not sure about the reality though.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 08:28 PM
There are so many comments to be made about the birthday suits....
... where to start....
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 08:31 PM
I wish I could get a new suit for my birthday. The one I have now is all wrinkled.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 08:34 PM
Just keep running and working out.
I gets rid of a lot of the wrinkles!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 08:49 PM
I...well...I'm damaged for life now.
I regret bringing the discussion down this path.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/21/12 08:50 PM
!!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 01:37 PM
Official time was 32:33 for me, 24:20 for the hubs. It was very cold and beyond crowded on the course, so I'm pleased with my time and VERY proud of the hubs.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 02:04 PM
You missed your chance to trip him, you probably needed to do it within the first half mile!
Cold races tend to suck. I've got one coming up in about a month, last year it was 27 at start time
As of today, I'm a professional runner! I made money by going out and doing my 5 miles (in 32 degrees!) this morning, found $2 next to the side walk!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 02:09 PM
Yeah I had about 150 yards before he flew past me like the wind!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 02:11 PM
I've actually left money lay on the ground because I did not want break stride or mess up my pace....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 02:16 PM
^^ Dedicated
<< Greedy!
It was a swoop 'n scoop, I debated some sort of summersault maneuver but decided against it at the last moment. Only a slight break in pace, but I got back to it no problem.
I was lucky this morning, only got stuck waiting for traffic once!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 02:38 PM
^^^ didn't have his ninja gear on.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 02:40 PM
The Redman Triathalon was this weekend. I did not participate, but went to watch the transitions. It is an incredible event! I believe 8 countries were represented this year and there was media from all over the world.
The winner posted a 7:24:56!
Congrats to Mani and her mister! Great run in tight confines!
Matt, you and Mike are causing me to have to start getting serious about this sh..... stuff!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 02:53 PM
BBB, I might beat you in a 5k, a youngness contest or a full head of hair contest, but you still have me outmatched in many other areas. You're still the king, don't worry!
Mani, I didn't have my face mask on, this is true, but otherwise was in head-to-toe black so close enough! Too freaking early in the year to have to wear gloves running
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 04:14 PM
::pictures Ninja Matt emerging from the fog::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 04:16 PM
...is it possible that running as a ninja is faster than running as a werewolf....?
Must do research.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 04:43 PM
::pictures Ninja Matt emerging from the fog::
Be careful, I don't want to be held responsible if you have some sort of heart attack!
BBB, there's bound to be some sort of costume run coming up for Halloween, find something in Missouri that's more or less half-way and we can settle this!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 05:01 PM
Ok, you run in this with your sword, katana, tanto, shirikens, bo, bow, arrows, bed roll and two loaves of bread.....and I won't.
http://cdn.costumediscounters.com/csc_inc/images/items/250x349/ATC005764370.jpg
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 05:06 PM
Only if you glue fur all over yourself and run on all fours.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 05:28 PM
OMGoat! Please tell me you'll keep the headset on and Gangnam style across the finish line. I might make the trip just to see that...............
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 05:58 PM
You sponsor the trip, and we'll both show up! I'll do the whole set of dance moves across the last .1 even.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 06:02 PM
<<< "Underworld" type Lycan, not Twighlight. Runs upright on 2 legs, doesn't get fleas or ticks and smells like Polo Double Black when wet, not like dog. Drinks Carnegie Porter and Glenlivet Single Malt from a glass, not water from a dog bowl. Wears Ray Ban's and Armanni, not a collar.
CAT!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 06:54 PM
^^ Teen Wolf type wolf. Plays basketball, smells like Teen Spirit!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 07:18 PM
The Best Rock Album Thread is over there -------------------------->
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 08:48 PM
I am going to run with zombies tonight! Finally got an iphone and downloaded the Zombies, Run! app today
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 09:32 PM
I am going to run with zombies tonight! Finally got an iphone and downloaded the Zombies, Run! app today
**LIKE**
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/24/12 10:39 PM
That sounds like fun!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 02:39 PM
It was sooo much fun!!! I can't wait to run again tonight! Wait. Did
I just say that?
https://www.zombiesrungame.com/
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 02:45 PM
Awesome, QCL!!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 02:45 PM
I ran my third 5K Saturday. My chip time was 27:09, a bit slower than last week, but you should have seen the hill to the finish line. They should have borrowed a tow rope from a ski lodge.
The race was in Alton, IL, and just before that final hill, we had a gentle downhill slope, high above the Mississippi. A beautiful view.
After our race was an elite division race. The winner finished in 13:59. Unbelievable.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 03:12 PM
It's certainly amazing to see the times that some people finish with. We have several local racers that come in around 15:25 when they race. The smaller races aren't as competitive usually, finishers around 18:00. I could maybe see myself hitting that time, if I really work for it, but 15...never.
I was flipping through some old photo albums last night with some relatives that were visiting, saw some of my race results from high school. 17:23 and that was in JV races!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 03:43 PM
At my very best (which was probably in my 30's) I never could break out of the 18's. Sub 14:00 is just insane....but fun to watch!
I am currently trying to find a 24:something time....but it eludes me.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 03:51 PM
I'd love to break 30:00.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:09 PM
You break it on the treadmill, don't you?? So I know you can!
What I've read is that for most runners, (consistent runners that have been running for years) 27 is the peak time to set your life PR's. Now if I'd been running for the last 10 years I'm sure that would be the case, but oh well. I'm sure my records are all behind me, so I only compare to what I've done since I started back up 1.5 or so years ago.
I'm not looking forward to winter. I have yet to figure out what I'm going to do, it depends a lot on what kind of winter it is. Last year was tame enough that I could get out and hit the trails still, but now that I've been outside all summer, I have no desire to be back on a treadmill. I could go a lot further, but it really holds me back on speed so I don't really feel I gain much from it.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:25 PM
I'd love to break 30:00.
We need to find a race to run together. I know you can do it!
I want to get a 23:??. PR is a 24:19 and I've ran a 24:50 so far this year. It's possible, but will take some work.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:36 PM
I'd love to break 30:00.
Oh, you can so do this!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:42 PM
You break it on the treadmill, don't you?? So I know you can!
What I've read is that for most runners, (consistent runners that have been running for years) 27 is the peak time to set your life PR's. Now if I'd been running for the last 10 years I'm sure that would be the case, but oh well. I'm sure my records are all behind me, so I only compare to what I've done since I started back up 1.5 or so years ago.
I'm not looking forward to winter. I have yet to figure out what I'm going to do, it depends a lot on what kind of winter it is. Last year was tame enough that I could get out and hit the trails still, but now that I've been outside all summer, I have no desire to be back on a treadmill. I could go a lot further, but it really holds me back on speed so I don't really feel I gain much from it.
I seriously do not envy you guys up north! I can run outside most of the winter and only have to resort to the dreadmill on occaision. I think we are about as far north as you can get away with it. Jen has to spend a lot of time on the 'mill too. You all get so much snow that stays around, its just dangerous. We get usually gat one decent snow and that's about it. Wind chill is the limiting factor here.
there is a guy here that I frequnetly see at the races (I'd call him a race buddy. We know each other but only from races). He is 49 and usually runs a 20:something. So it is possible to be nearly ancient and still have some speed.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:44 PM
Jen hasnt ran on the mill in a year.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:47 PM
Snow running scares me.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:47 PM
Snow is fun! Ice, not so much.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:47 PM
I have run a 30:00 5k on the treadmill, but not outside yet. It's so easy to pace when the treadmill is doing it for you. Also I get in a good zone with my music and breathing because there are no distractions and the temperature is constant. All that changes when I run outside, which is what I need to work on.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:48 PM
Jen hasnt ran on the mill in a year.
*like*
...cause it zux.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 04:52 PM
We used to run regardless of weather. Ice, snow, rain, lightening, fog...whatever. Some of that was incredibly stoopid.
To risk serious injury for the sake of a single run is not bright.
I will still run in the rain and sometimes I really enjoy that. But I dont run on questionable surfaces or when I cannot reasonable expect to be seen at all.
Also, for those that have never had frostbite, its a mean biotch.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 05:09 PM
Last winter I ran through some occasional drifts that were up to my knees...maybe I shouldn't continue that practice
BBB, I always see old guys finishing ahead of me, I'm okay with that. There are some awful fit dudes in their 60's that can run a mean 5k, very respectable! They're usually the ones in short shorts and no shirts too, if the route goes past a nursing home, all the old ladies are at the windows staring I'm sure!
I like the cooler weather for keeping me from getting too hot, but it's a fine line between cold enough and too cold when it starts burning your lungs and your eyelids freeze shut from the sweat when you blink. I'll go outside down to 15 degrees or so, below that and I don't own anything that will keep me warm for an hour and still let me run.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 05:47 PM
At my very best (which was probably in my 30's) I never could break out of the 18's. Sub 14:00 is just insane....but fun to watch!
I am currently trying to find a 24:something time....but it eludes me.
Oh! Finally..something I can relate to...barrel racing...oh wait. That's minutes up there...not seconds...nevermind.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/25/12 05:49 PM
Snow is fun! Ice, not so much.
Up here, it's typically a mix of both
But the zombies are going to get me on a road run tonight
. {GPS on an indoor track under a metal roof structure didn't work so well
}
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/26/12 08:22 PM
Ok, none of you warned me I'd get hooked on running 5Ks. Our calendar is so full the next several weeks that I don't know when I'll get signed up for another one. My wife called earlier to say she and her friends were going to Branson on November 17, and the first thing I did was look for a 5K. I need something on the calendar to keep me motivated.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/26/12 08:47 PM
Haha! I totally understand. I need a goal and something to work towards to have the bit of extra motivation that's sometimes necessary to get my butt out of bed in the morning.
I have one in October booked, and a few others I'm thinking about...not sure what else after that. There's an
early half in April next year, not sure if I can fully train for that over the winter or not though.
It's a lot better to be addicted to than sitting in your recliner eating cheesy poofs!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/26/12 09:16 PM
At my very best (which was probably in my 30's) I never could break out of the 18's. Sub 14:00 is just insane....but fun to watch!
I am currently trying to find a 24:something time....but it eludes me.
Oh! Finally..something I can relate to...barrel racing...oh wait. That's minutes up there...not seconds...nevermind.
My grandaughter's run 17's in the barrels!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 02:11 PM
Ok, none of you warned me I'd get hooked on running 5Ks. Our calendar is so full the next several weeks that I don't know when I'll get signed up for another one. My wife called earlier to say she and her friends were going to Branson on November 17, and the first thing I did was look for a 5K. I need something on the calendar to keep me motivated.
www.omrr.orgCheck out the upcoming section. There is a race in Clever, MO which is about 45 miles from Branson.
Yes, I'm an enabler.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 02:12 PM
Haha! I totally understand. I need a goal and something to work towards to have the bit of extra motivation that's sometimes necessary to get my butt out of bed in the morning.
I have one in October booked, and a few others I'm thinking about...not sure what else after that. There's an
early half in April next year, not sure if I can fully train for that over the winter or not though.
It's a lot better to be addicted to than sitting in your recliner eating cheesy poofs!
You CAN be ready for a half in April. Promise!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 02:23 PM
www.omrr.orgCheck out the upcoming section. There is a race in Clever, MO which is about 45 miles from Branson.
Yes, I'm an enabler.
I'm not going to Branson. My wife is. I went once and that was enough. I said someday God will punish mankind for putting such a dreadful town in such a beautiful place.
I found a 5k supporting special olympics not too far away.
But that's a nice link, RR Jen. I like their motto:
"Train for the health of it...
Race for the fun of it!"
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:08 PM
LOL...if you know the back roads Branson isnt too bad. I pity the poor people who stay on the strip! I do live in such a beautiful part of the country and avoid Branson the majority of the time.
The local running organization is fantastic, there are so many races that I have to limit myself. There are 5 that I want to run from this weekend and the first of November. That probably wouldnt be smart with 20 mile long runs sandwiched in. So I'll just stick with 3.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:17 PM
You CAN be ready for a half in April. Promise!
And you will be coming up to start coaching me when??
I just don't know what kind of mileage I'll be able to do over the winter and such. I've already experienced moving from treadmill to outside...so I'm not really comfortable saying that just because I might be able to do 15 inside (there should be a medal just for enduring that!) doesn't mean I can do 13.1 outside. Pacing is so incredibly different! I'm willing to try it though. I'm doing 3 days a week 5-6 miles around a 9:00 pace, 1 day of 5 half mile intervals, two days of core/weights. I can get to 13, but it didn't progress as I needed to in order to do the one I was looking at that's about 3 weeks away now
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:20 PM
If you're doing 6 on a weekly basis, I can get you to a comfortable half in 6 weeks. Rock star pace in 10.
I would make a fantastic coach.
You could do the one in 3 weeks...at your training run pace. Adrenaline would get you through it, but it would hurt like a...well...it would hurt.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:36 PM
Lucky for me, I feel no pain! I'm young and stupid, I'll kill my body for one race because the future is irrelevant and decisions don't have consequences! (sarcasm
)
So, in about 28 weeks, can I expect to run it in... 1:20 or so?? You're hired!
The mileage is building steadily, and I've moved from laps on trails to sidewalks around town so I'm not having to run 8 laps to hit 5 miles and it doesn't feel as long. What I need to work on is my maintenance in between runs. I still suck about stretching, I could use some more work on nutrition, etc. Though between tart cherry juice and some awesome fish oil supplements, I have taken care of pretty much all joint pain and haven't had any ibuprofen in months. Glad about that.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:42 PM
What's your 5K PR? I can predict a 1/2 pace from that with proper training.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:50 PM
tart cherry juice and some awesome fish oil supplements, I have taken care of pretty much all joint pain and haven't had any ibuprofen in months. Glad about that.
Tell me more about this!
Jen, you still using that spreadsheet?
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:51 PM
Though between tart cherry juice and some awesome fish oil supplements, I have taken care of pretty much all joint pain and haven't had any ibuprofen in months. Glad about that.
Do fish oil supplements really help joint pain? I take them for the cholesterol benefits, but didn't know they help joints. One thing that has really surprised me as I've started this running madness is that I don't have the knee pain I hear other 50-somethings complaining about. The ankle I broke a year ago started aching about an hour after last week's 5K, but I forgot about it later, so I guess it stopped hurting.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:52 PM
tart cherry juice and some awesome fish oil supplements, I have taken care of pretty much all joint pain and haven't had any ibuprofen in months. Glad about that.
Tell me more about this!
Jen, you still using that spreadsheet?
Fish oil? No wonder the cats were jumping out of the bushes at you.Hmmm...I wonder what cougars like.....?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 03:58 PM
Jen, you still using that spreadsheet?
Which one?
Little Miss OCD tracks her mileage like crazy, uses the McMillan Running Calculator to project paces and determine goal training paces, and has MULTIPLE training plans for various distances.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 04:26 PM
Wow. I remember back when Jen was getting ready for her first 5K and was nervous about it. Just look at her now, Lol!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 04:36 PM
tart cherry juice and some awesome fish oil supplements, I have taken care of pretty much all joint pain and haven't had any ibuprofen in months. Glad about that.
Tell me more about this!
The juice is antioxident loaded and helps with inflamation. I'd read about it in Runner's World and after noticing my boss (competing in the Ironman World Championship again next month) uses it religiously and having some talks about it, picked up a bottle a month or two ago and started just taking about 1.5 oz after my runs. The fish oil is fish oil! All kinds of great health benefits. I only tend to take it after my longer Saturday runs when I know I'm going to feel it in my knees the next day and when I forget to, I definitely notice the difference.
Freak, cougars
love prune juice!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 04:43 PM
What's your 5K PR? I can predict a 1/2 pace from that with proper training.
PR for the last 9 years occurred a couple weeks ago, 23:22. I've looked at a couple sites that did estimations and believe it was suggesting I could do a 1:48 or something like that.
When I was thinking about doing the one in Oct, I was hoping to beat 2:10! Turns out I won't be beating that
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 04:51 PM
::downs half gallon of prune juice, slips into Bruce Jenner decathlon shorts, and jogs back and forth in front of the senior assisted living center::
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 06:30 PM
What's your 5K PR? I can predict a 1/2 pace from that with proper training.
PR for the last 9 years occurred a couple weeks ago, 23:22. I've looked at a couple sites that did estimations and believe it was suggesting I could do a 1:48 or something like that.
When I was thinking about doing the one in Oct, I was hoping to beat 2:10! Turns out I won't be beating that
My 5K PR is 24:19...Half Marathon PR is 1:49. You can do it. Promise!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 06:52 PM
I'm sure I can, but will I? That's a whole different question. Would you advise intermediate races? Pacing would probably be my biggest challenge (and keeping my feet awake, still need to fix that issue...sigh), so it seems maybe doing some 10 or 15k's would be good, or 8 miles maybe. There'a 15k coming up end of next month, that could be interesting. But then I can't do the costumed 5k that's also part of that day...decisions!
You're a lot more awesome than me too, that's certainly a factor here
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 07:34 PM
I'm sure I can, but will I? That's a whole different question.
Zombie running app?
Killer-robot app?
Or we could all take turns yelling at you for an hour or so on the phone....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 07:48 PM
I'd have to say option 3. I fear no things, except angry yelling women!
So if you want to record some of those angry rants and put that along with the collection of audio books you're working on for me, that'd just be swell!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 07:58 PM
The two of us could motivate you, I'm sure!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:00 PM
Oh there's an idea! I could read to you while you run...
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:09 PM
For some reason, I am picturing Matt pulling Mani in a rickshaw while she reads to him...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:19 PM
!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:26 PM
I don't know, but I like where this is going!
I'll credit both of you when I'm accepting my Olympic golds in 2016. Heck, I might even take you along with me!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:46 PM
I'll also give a shout out to everyone once I finish my training to dominate the competitive eating circuit
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:50 PM
Hot dog eating contest??? Glutton-bowl???
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:51 PM
I've been training with donuts
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 08:56 PM
I've been training with bowls of Little Chocolate Donuts, the breakfast of champions
Fixed.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 09:02 PM
nice, now try to fit a Samurai reference in there
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/27/12 09:06 PM
I've been training with powdered sugar donuts. Run 16 miles in the rain...drive to McDs for coffee and the convenience store for donuts. ENJOY!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/28/12 01:04 PM
I've been training with donuts
Your a cop in training??
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/28/12 01:07 PM
I've been training with Golden Grahams and Scooby Snacks.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/28/12 01:20 PM
I've been training with donuts
Your a cop in training??
I like donuts and guns, so maybe.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/01/12 06:28 PM
The Mrs. was out today and found a local place that sells chia seeds! For those that've read the book I mentioned earlier, or are otherwise familiar with them, any personal experience? (Aside from slathering them on a head/animal form and growing Chia Pets!)
I'm excited to give them a try and see if they help me feel super-human.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 01:59 PM
Been a bit quiet in this thread lately...what's going on?!
My little bro-in-law ran the Chicago Marathon over the weekend, his first full marathon. 4:18 finish time, in the top 50% at least. Not bad for a 20 year old that's been running a little over a year! I'm pretty impressed with how far he's come. He's planning to push me through a half in April, though his pace is the same as my current 5k pace...so we'll see how that goes
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:26 PM
Good luck with the 1/2 in April! I would love to be able to run again. Everytime I start to train, the knee pain always stops me. I really miss running. Maybe I'll try again sometime.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:32 PM
Find a good sports med doctor and PT, have them help you figure out the knee pain. Hopefully you will be running again soon!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:38 PM
Or buy a bike!
Congrats to your BIL, Matt!!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:39 PM
The bike is my friend. Although today, my body is not happy with biking or running. I may have over done it the last few days.
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:47 PM
I have considered biking however, we don't have any place close to bike.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:48 PM
I have sign up torun a Spartan Race in April with my pregnant sister who due in January. She signed us up so she can train and drop the baby weight.
I am also considering signing up for the 1/2 marathon next May. I really want a time under 2 hours. I just need to drop 8 minutes.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:52 PM
When was the last post on pushups?
How many are y'all up to now?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:52 PM
I bike in my living room right now due to the lack of daylight, other than that, I take off down back country roads.
VW girl...you can get that sub 2...I have complete faith! Find a good training plan with some speed work and stick to it. If you want "help" with it, sign up for a bigger race that has pace groups. Fall in, shut off the brain and just run. They will get you there.
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 02:54 PM
I might just consider the back roads. I will work on getting my ten speed in shape and try that.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 03:00 PM
When was the last post on pushups?
How many are y'all up to now?
Pushups? Huh??
Today would be 283 I believe. I've fallen off the horse, it takes too much freaking time! I do it a couple of times a week still, but on days I'm out running, it's just not feasible to fit them in without rolling out of bed another 30-45 minutes earlier (which I'm not interested in doing).
I'm sure BBB is still in (because he does about 1,000 a day anyway), but not sure if anyone else has stayed serious enough to keep it up.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 03:35 PM
I gave up around 180. Did some three weeks ago, but only a few. Went running (5.5) Sunday after not having gone since 9/23. My shins are still tender this morning.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 03:42 PM
I was able to do about 4 miles on Sunday, but I stayed inside on the treadmill due to the cold. Methinks it's time to finally invest in some running tights. I'm just happy my feet are cooperating. Did a nice recovery run this morning too.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 03:50 PM
Hit the UA store! I had cold gear on for my race Sunday, pants and long sleeve shirt, gloves and even took my face mask with me
. I ended up not actually pulling it over my face, but just over my ears and head worked out well. It was 25 when it started, I was glad to be prepared.
I need to do some shopping though, I've got gear to run two days a week outside without having do mid-week laundry, I should probably have twice that.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 04:26 PM
::runs to outlet mall::
Can I take any orders?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 04:42 PM
I have a $10 GC from the last time I was at that mall...I need to use that! And I need clothes that aren't all black. I was looking at it when I was doing laundry this weekend...aside from shoes, I tend to run in black from head to toe. I need some neon green pants or something!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 05:17 PM
That's funny, because I would never consider getting running tights in a color OTHER than black.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 05:29 PM
Yeah, that works alright to an extent, but in the winter when it stays dark later, I'd prefer to be plainly visable to others if I'm going to be out. I spend a lot of time looking around and being cautious, but it always helps if everyone can see each other! Reflective tape and such is nice too, but having a colored shirt or something that sticks out is good.
All the outdoor running I did last winter was on trails with little or no intersection with vehicles. This winter I'll be on more sidewalks I'm pretty sure, as long as I'm doing longer distances.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:28 PM
When running outside in the dark one needs bright colors or multiple reflective strips. That being said both pair of tights and one pair of capris I own are black. Primarily because I'm cheap and only buy them on clearance at the outlet mall.
I need someone to exchange some UA shorts for me. I picked up a pair last weekend...decided to put the mediums back and get larges (UA runs small IMO) and some how wound up with smalls. This booty hasnt fit in a small since grade school.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:29 PM
When was the last post on pushups?
How many are y'all up to now?
Pushups? Huh??
Today would be 283 I believe. I've fallen off the horse, it takes too much freaking time! I do it a couple of times a week still, but on days I'm out running, it's just not feasible to fit them in without rolling out of bed another 30-45 minutes earlier (which I'm not interested in doing).
I'm sure BBB is still in (because he does about 1,000 a day anyway), but not sure if anyone else has stayed serious enough to keep it up.
I'm still on, but hardly at a 1000 a day. I lasted single sets to about 103, then I had to break into two sets. Right now I am doing sets of 50 to save my shoulders. I work them in rather benignly. I sneak them in so I dont really know i'm doing them. 50 here, 50 there...who notices?
Seriously 6 sets of 50 isn't so bad. Jump back on and just break them up. 50 pushups takes less than a minute. Who doesnt have 6 minutes during the day?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:30 PM
Matt...invest in a "dork light".
http://www.citysports.com/Petzl-Tikkina-...CFeiPPAodxysAFgI have one similar to this, but think mine has 3 led lights. No matter what I'm wearing people see me. I feel like a dork wearing it, but yet all my running buddies want me to take lead when we're out on the road and it's dark.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:34 PM
<< Sceered to run in the dark.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:34 PM
I rarely do it alone and only in very safe neighborhoods.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:35 PM
The local running shop also has these very small, but incrdibly bright strobes that you can clip to your shorts. They are so bright that you can see them for a mile.
<<<< also has a dork light.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:38 PM
I've considered one of the strobe lights for the bike. I dont ever plan to be out on it after sunset, but things can happen. I've seen bikes with them and they are much more visible.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:45 PM
<< Sceered to run in the dark.
But when it's 6 am, what choice do you have if you want to go outside in the winter??
Good point Jen, I could look into a headlight. It'll be as much for me seeing things as for others seeing me. I'll have to pick up another pair of glasses too. I've grown very accustomed to having my sunglasses on when running, and they're great for keeping the cold wind out of my eyes, but they're too dark for pre-dawn too. ::jots another item onto his birthday list::
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:49 PM
Matt, I didnt realize how much I enjoyed being able to see the lovely (read: uneven) sidewalks and streets in our little town until I got the light. It fits comfortably like a headband, but then again I think the farthest I've worn it is 5-6 miles.
I've also noticed a couple other runners in town now sporting them. I'm amazed at how much easier they are to spot compared to without it.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 06:54 PM
I look down right alien at night.
Glow in the dark shoes
Reflective running gear
Strobes on back
Dorklight in front.....
I hope some alien conspiracy goober doesnt try to take me back to the mother ship!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 07:01 PM
I've seen several around here as well, a lot more with bikers, but still some runners. I'd much prefer that to flashlights, I need my hands empty. I'll look into it further, I'm sure I can find some decent ones at the local stores.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 07:07 PM
make sure you get an LED one. They are brighter, lighter and the batteries last much longer!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 07:18 PM
One thing that has really surprised me as I've started this running madness is that I don't have the knee pain I hear other 50-somethings complaining about.
Well, this turned out to be a lie. I ran Sunday, just an easy 5K starting from my front yard, and felt fine. Ten minutes after I was done my knee started to hurt every time I stood up. I took a couple ibuprofen before golf yesterday and it was tolerable, and today it's just a little stiff. I did the eliptical this morning instead of the treadmill. I'm wondering if it's because I've mostly run on the treadmill lately that made my knee react to roads/sidewalks.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 07:19 PM
I'll be blinded by headlights, they'll be blinded by a combination of my light and my awesomeness...that's just a recipe for disaster! Then throw in a random deer or cat that shows up just in time to ram me and at least the scene will be well lit for the ambulence.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 07:24 PM
My PT has made me a believer...the treadmill is the devil. It messes with your stride and if you have any biomechanical issues it can often make them worse. I have been banned from it for life. Sorry...that wasnt really helpful was it? (stepping down off my soapbox)
My first thought on knee pain is how old are your shoes? Also, if the soreness is from repetition, the elliptical will be just as bad as running.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 07:32 PM
It definitely took adjusting to move from mostly treadmill to all outdoor running. The speed difference alone is crazy. I was indoor once a couple weeks ago when it was pouring outside, going 6 mph felt like I was flying, I made it up to 7 before I felt like I was going to get thrown off the back! Outdoor, that pace would be no issue at all. I'm guessing it's just the shortened stride that's required to stay on the darn thing.
Uneven surfaces, turning, you're doing more with your knees than they're used to, so it could be an adjustment phase as well as shoes or other issues. I had lower back pain when I moved outside too, from holding better posture than I was used to.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 07:36 PM
The shoes are pretty new, bought in late July. This is the first time my knee has hurt in a year. When I broke my ankle a year ago, I had to wear a boot, and it killed my knee, because the thick heel and inflexibility threw my stride off. I had to take ibuprofen to sleep. My orthopedic doc said, "yeah, that happens." But the pain went away about a month after I got rid of the boot.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 08:28 PM
The boot really messes with your biomechanics. I was in one for 4 weeks, the PT had me out of it ASAP, even though I wasnt allowed to run for 9.
Did you get fitted for the shoes at a running store? If you're getting more stability or not enough that can cause issues.
It's also possible that there could be something else off. When my hips get "out of whack" (yep...scientific term there boys and girls) I end up with everything from blisters, shin splints, runners knee and a stress fracture. The longer I ignore the warning light, the worse the damage. If the pain doesnt go away quickly, see your doc.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/09/12 09:51 PM
Alignment is huge. Spine and hips have to be in synch. I think a good massage therepist helps as a preventative measure, but it take a PT (make that a good PT) to fix it.
Its also been mentioned, switch sides of the road and dont run exactly the same way everytime.
Lots to absorb.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 01:53 PM
Did you get fitted for the shoes at a running store?
Heck, no, I bought the cool looking shoes that were on sale.
I did a 5k on the treadmill today just under 27:00 and I feel fine. I'm going to blame Sunday's pain on not warming up properly in cool weather. (Longest 27 minutes ever because the TV on the treadmill wouldn't work.)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 02:47 PM
<<< is putting together his winter running gear to avoid the dreadmill as long as possible.
I wish I had been the genius that invented these stupid sleeves.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 03:52 PM
I just put stamps on the envelopes for registrations for two November 5Ks. I hope it's not too cold. My only cold weather clothes are long underwear and blue jeans.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 04:22 PM
Just put a big, black checkmark/swoosh on your long johns. Nobody will know the difference.
You can buy really good tech wear (Under Armour and such) But Target and Marshall's both carry good stuff pretty cheap and it works well.
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 04:38 PM
Check out Ross and TJ Maxx for discounted name brand running gear. All of my running shorts and tights have come from there. I also bought my daughter track gear from there at significant discounts.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 05:21 PM
ha ha, tights
do you pretend to be a superhero?
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 05:23 PM
Yes, unfortunately TJ Max and Ross have a very poor selection of capes.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 05:39 PM
Hmmm... I didn't think to check TJ Maxx - I did just go to the Running Company and pretty much cleared the sale rack of summer gear. Threw in some arm-sleeves for good measure (goodness I love those things! Who knew?) I do probably need some more cold weather gear, but if I can get one or two really warm things I should be able to make do until they all go on clearance next spring.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/10/12 05:44 PM
Last year I bought cold weather training gear for my marathon and then only used it once or twice because we had suck a mild winter. But those couple of runs when I needed the gear I was glad I had it. I ran outside in shorts a couple times last January, something usually unheard of in my neck of the woods.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 04:51 PM
Did my first Duathlon this weekend. It went way better than I could have hoped. 118 on my race (2 mile run/10 mile bike/ 2 mile run). I finished 6 over all and won the grand masters division. It was fun and I will do some more of them, but that bike in the wind thing is tough!!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 04:55 PM
Congrats Grand Master BB1.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 04:55 PM
6th overall? Dang! Very impressive. Just a warm-up for you though I'm sure, probably went for another run later in the afternoon?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 05:05 PM
Thanks! Hardly a warm up Matt. It was a tough race on the legs. And I have to say that the caliber of athlete's that showed for this thing makes me think I have a lot of work to do.
I'm used to seeing "13.1" or "26.2" stickers on the cars in the parking lot at races. But this one was loaded with odd numbers, "70.3", "100", "140.6".....
They could save a lot of space and stickers with a single sticker... "Crazy Man On Board"!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 05:34 PM
Congratulations! Hmmm...Grand Master Flash....I think a costume is in order......
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 05:45 PM
If only the Flash costume didn't cover up so much...that's not BBB's style. His preference is something closer to He-Man's.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 05:47 PM
So skip the costume and just wear the Underoos. Problem solved!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 06:24 PM
I think he already has them too!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 06:27 PM
I hope they're not bear skin.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 07:11 PM
If it looks like a lycan and smells like a lycan....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 07:59 PM
AHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
I would love to do the Sheldon "take one step and back, I just went to the Grand Conyon" move at a race!
Oh and yes, I have both the "Flash" tshirt and underwear. The underwear are boxers though.
However, when I think "Grandmaster", typically what comes to mind involves bad voice overs and some wirework Kungfu!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 08:04 PM
I think of the guy that leads a parade! Pretty awesome spot, if you ask me.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/22/12 08:10 PM
I think of Joseph Saddler.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 01:31 PM
I think of Joseph Saddler.
Yes, he and I are like best buds.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 01:59 PM
You're pretty close in age, I could see you hanging out together mixing it up on some old turn-tables!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 02:18 PM
You're pretty close in age, I could see you hanging out together mixing it up on some old turn-tables!
Yes...the wind up kind.
(shades of the "Grady Corn Fesival" from "Doc Hollywood")
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 03:09 PM
What has this world come to?
I just read that as "Shades of Grey".
That's sad.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 03:18 PM
Not the world, just you!
On another, fitness related note, I tried a golf ball on my feet last night for the first time. Felt freaking awesome! They weren't especially sore, but dang it was nice. The look I got, I may as well have been dipping my feet in ketchup, but whatever.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 03:46 PM
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat
foam roller
the stick
lacrosse balls
golf ball
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 03:51 PM
Sounds like maybe an improvised torture chamber!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 03:59 PM
What has this world come to?
I just read that as "Shades of Grey".
That's sad.
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat
foam roller
the stick
lacrosse balls
golf ball
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Hmmmmm....
Not to mention the "Bondi Bands"
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 05:54 PM
What has this world come to?
I just read that as "Shades of Grey".
That's sad.
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat
foam roller
the stick
lacrosse balls
golf ball
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Hmmmmm....
Not to mention the "Bondi Bands"
"Bondi", not "Bondage"! :eye roll:
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 06:41 PM
What has this world come to?
I just read that as "Shades of Grey".
That's sad.
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat
foam roller
the stick
lacrosse balls
golf ball
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Hmmmmm....
Not to mention the "Bondi Bands"
"Bondi", not "Bondage"! :eye roll:
You know how these BOL ladies think. Minds always in the gutter. ::Ducks and runs fro thread::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 06:56 PM
"Bondi", not "Bondage"! :eye roll:
Tomato, Tomahto.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 08:33 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/23/12 09:38 PM
"Bondi", not "Bondage"! :eye roll:
Tomato, Tomahto.
Oh well... I tried!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 12:29 PM
Let's see. . . .
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat - check
foam roller - check
the stick - check
lacrosse balls - check
golf ball - check
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type - check
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Also have:
Half foam rollers in various sizes
the foot rocker thing
a stick that has blue spikey balls on it
kitchen sink plunger
kinseio tape
stability discs
kettle ball
exercise ball
free weights
And I'm no where near as fit as Jenn!
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 12:38 PM
Let's see. . . .
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat - check
foam roller - check
the stick - check
lacrosse balls - check
golf ball - check
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type - check
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Also have:
Half foam rollers in various sizes
the foot rocker thing
a stick that has blue spikey balls on it
kitchen sink plunger
kinseio tape
stability discs
kettle ball
exercise ball
free weights
And I'm no where near as fit as Jenn!
You ladies are starting to freak me out a little. JS
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 01:48 PM
Oh you dont know the half of it!
There's guns and leather products, cookie dough and peeps dried out in the window....some of them glitter your truck! Its pretty freaky!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 01:48 PM
I'm afraid to ask what the plunger is for.
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 01:59 PM
I'm afraid to ask what the plunger is for.
For IT band tightness. Helps separate the facia. There's a YouTube video out there on how it works.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:06 PM
Here's hoping that's a single-purpose plunger :gross:
I don't have anything else, just the golf ball.
Clearly I need more torture devices!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:10 PM
Yeah, I just have the treadmill and my kettlebells. Even my old resistance bands are packed away.
OH, and my fan. How could I forget the fan?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:22 PM
So glad the plunger question got cleared up.
I have:
2 balance balls
1 mat
1 band
some weights
and then I have:
an assortment of guns
an assortment of knives
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:25 PM
If you have the guns and knives, you can get the other stuff with no problem. ::evil grin::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:28 PM
Roger that!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:29 PM
Day 298! I have 150 done so far today. And for those that are wondering, if you do 298 today I'd say you are still in it, regardless of what you have been doing!! 300 on Friday!!!
BTW, 9 of the people I work with have decides to try this for 2013!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:40 PM
Can't sleep, clowns will eat me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 02:44 PM
Its working....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 04:15 PM
Let's see. . . .
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat - check
foam roller - check
the stick - check
lacrosse balls - check
golf ball - check
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type - check
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Also have:
Half foam rollers in various sizes
the foot rocker thing
a stick that has blue spikey balls on it
kitchen sink plunger
kinseio tape
stability discs
kettle ball
exercise ball
free weights
And I'm no where near as fit as Jenn!
Oh yeah! My angle board to stretch my calves. I like it better than the foot rocker thingie.
My foam roller is breaking down. I'm considering upgrading to PVC pipe wrapped in a towel. It's much cheaper.
I also have quite a bit of athletic tape and body glide in my gym bag.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 04:58 PM
[quote=NotPerfect]
I also have quite a bit of athletic tape and body glide in my gym bag.
Now you're ^^^^ Just trying to cause trouble!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 05:06 PM
Let's see. . . .
Oh yeah, that does feel really good. If someone were to look through the "pile" of fitness equipment in the corner of my living room they might really worry about me:
yoga mat - check
foam roller - check
the stick - check
lacrosse balls - check
golf ball - check
bath towel rolled up and kept in place with saran wrap
resistance bands - tube type with handles and wide thin elastic type - check
oh yeah...and a 3 ft long 2 x 6 board
Also have:
Half foam rollers in various sizes
the foot rocker thing
a stick that has blue spikey balls on it
kitchen sink plunger
enema bulb
kinseio tape
stability discs
kettle ball
exercise ball
free weights
And I'm no where near as fit as Jenn!
Oh yeah! My angle board to stretch my calves. I like it better than the foot rocker thingie.
My foam roller is breaking down. I'm considering upgrading to PVC pipe wrapped in a towel. It's much cheaper.
I also have quite a bit of athletic tape and body glide in my gym bag.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 05:07 PM
It was typed with the most innocent of intentions. Both are used to prevent blisters.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 05:15 PM
It was typed with the most innocent of intentions. Both are used to prevent blisters.
She does do a great innocent face.....
She's not of course, but does the face really well!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 05:15 PM
She also punches REALLY hard.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 05:23 PM
She also punches REALLY hard.
...and bites and kicks and is pretty good with a shotgun.
But she's cute and fun to have around. Hard to outrun though...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 05:32 PM
^^ Isn't getting smarter with age.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/24/12 05:35 PM
<<<<Never made any such claim!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 02:57 PM
A little over 14 hours till day 300!! Gird your loins and fire up your Theme from Rocky, Angry Chic Music or Barney Song!
300 Pushups in one day!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 03:05 PM
I may have to take a half-day off to fit all those in. Not a bad idea though...
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 03:15 PM
Are you seriously still do those???
So what are we doing for 2013. We can't possibly start over with one push up.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 03:31 PM
Pull ups!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 04:48 PM
No.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 05:32 PM
Why not?!?
We could adjust it to one a week or something??? Pleeeeeeze!
Maybe crunches or sit ups (with the pushups)?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 05:39 PM
I don't do sit-ups or crunches, bah!
Miles per week! It'd be easy for the first couple months...but the rest of the year would suck! I'd be fine the first six months at least.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 05:57 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 06:00 PM
Freak, those are going to get a little uncomfrotable adding one per day!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 06:03 PM
I don't do sit-ups or crunches, bah!
Miles per week! It'd be easy for the first couple months...but the rest of the year would suck! I'd be fine the first six months at least.
Ok, windshield wipers then!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 06:29 PM
Planks?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 06:33 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 06:38 PM
Start with 1 second, add 1 per day. Deal! Year end, it'll only take just over 6 minutes, I can handle that.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 06:54 PM
::shrugs::
Watevs. I like planks.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 08:42 PM
HEEEYYYYYLLLLL NO!!!!!!!!!!!.
Fixed
Lunges?
Something that would produce buns of steel??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 08:53 PM
I'm sorry, I'm just sitting here smiling at a group of bankers arguing over what kind of exercise to do. Most people would be arguing about what kind of pig fat they want to eat! I just think that is cool!
I will do anything you guys want to do. If its exercise and you want to do it, I'm in!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 09:03 PM
Most people would be arguing about what kind of pig fat they want to eat!
well, there is a good kind and a................good kind
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 09:20 PM
Planks or lunges would be great!
I hate lunges so much.
But I think. Well, I could do 1 one the first day, and 2 on the second...and this is how it starts
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/25/12 09:26 PM
Planks or lunges would be great!
I hate lunges so much.
But I think. Well, I could do 1 one the first day, and 2 on the second...and this is how it starts
Ok, but don't blame me when everyone wants you to enter a best butt contest! JS
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 02:22 PM
I want to enter that contest already!!
Well, after we get a lot of lunges under our belts.
I've been doing 30 lunges after my run in the afternoons this week. I go down the hill where no one from the office can see me and I do them there.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 02:51 PM
I've been doing some free running at the park at the lake. I'm sore as heck! Lots of jumping over things. But its fun.
If you want to see what its like when the big boys do it, check "parkour" or "David Belle" on youtube. They take athleticism to a whole new level!
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 02:53 PM
Planks or lunges would be great!
I hate lunges so much.
But I think. Well, I could do 1 one the first day, and 2 on the second...and this is how it starts
Ok, but don't blame me when everyone wants you to enter a best butt contest! JS
::tries not to sound to eager::
I would be available to judge such a contest. I have 20+ years of experience.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 02:54 PM
Right now I'm seriously thinking of using this frisbee park for that type of workout. I am also thinking I could take TRX bands and hang them in a couple of the oak trees and use that as part of the circuit.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 03:01 PM
I've been doing some free running at the park at the lake. I'm sore as heck! Lots of jumping over things. But its fun.
If you want to see what its like when the big boys do it, check "parkour" or "David Belle" on youtube. They take athleticism to a whole new level!
You can have a lot of fun just by screaming "Parkour!" and running into things or jumping off the bottom step. I do it quite often.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 03:20 PM
I've been doing some free running at the park at the lake. I'm sore as heck! Lots of jumping over things. But its fun.
If you want to see what its like when the big boys do it, check "parkour" or "David Belle" on youtube. They take athleticism to a whole new level!
You can have a lot of fun just by screaming "Parkour!" and running into things or jumping off the bottom step. I do it quite often.
I'm liking this idea! I can see something viral and youtubie in there somewhere!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 03:24 PM
Right now I'm seriously thinking of using this frisbee park for that type of workout. I am also thinking I could take TRX bands and hang them in a couple of the oak trees and use that as part of the circuit.
"...Hello? 911? Yes, there's something kinky going on in the park..."
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/26/12 04:12 PM
You can have a lot of fun just by screaming "Parkour!" and running into things or jumping off the bottom step. I do it quite often.
^^^ hardcore parkour.... ist
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 05:57 PM
Hey all, just a quick FYI. Maybe this will become a separate thread or FB group, depends on what the interest is.
The
Chicago Tough Mudder (like all of them) goes up in cost for registration about $10 every 4-5 weeks. Next price point is a jump from $115 to $125 on Nov 9th (doesn't include fees). If you're wanting to do this, check the below link. The specific location is currently unknown, but they promise it will be within 60 miles of the Windy City. Saturday May 18th is what we're looking at, 9:00 preferred start time. No offical team/team name yet, but there is a discount for teams:
6 to 10 members, you each get a $5 refund
11 to 20 members, you each get a $10 refund
21+ members, you each get a $15 refund
http://toughmudder.com/events/chicago-sat-may-18-sun-may-19-2013/Take a look, let me know if you're interested (here or via PM) or if you have questions/need more details. If we have too many people to all camp in Mani's back yard, we can look into a block of rooms somewhere perhaps. I have at least one, probably a few that will be coming with me, and I know at least one person here already signed up!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 08:10 PM
Well I suppose I'm doing it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 08:15 PM
Suppose? You are. And if you get the logo tattooed on, I believe it's free admission to any of the US events, for life!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 08:21 PM
Buhhhhh...
No.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 08:42 PM
Here you go:
http://toughmudder.com/faq/Are you really giving out Tough Mudder tattoos?
For most events, we will have tattoo artists on-site available to ink you for a $70 price. To date, over 1,000 Mudders have gotten Tough Mudder tattoos! In some cases, local law does not allow us to have artists on-site. We still encourage participants tough enough to get a Tough Mudder tattoo to do so on your own. Fill out a tattoo registration form and we’ll give you a free entry to a Tough Mudder of your choice in 2012 (sans WTM). Customize your tattoo by having the event date and location put on – keep adding as you go to record all your epic Mudder adventures.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 08:43 PM
Oh, and if anyone wants to do the Illinois Zombie run with me next year, the price goes up on Wednesday:
$67 until October 31, 2012 at 11:59pm EST
$72 until November 14, 2012 at 11:59pm EST
http://www.runforyourlives.com/illinois-overview-2013/
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 08:45 PM
Way to make me a liar! I guess I heard wrong
I did see people getting them when I was at the MN one last year though...nuts.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/29/12 08:47 PM
Sorry Matt
Now...decisions, decisions, do I enter as a runner, or as running zombie or as a staggering zombie?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/30/12 03:24 PM
RUNNER! RUNNER! RUNNER!!
Its so fun!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/01/12 05:32 PM
Day 306.
Its not the 306 pushups. Its having to use a calculator at 5:00am to figure out how many sets of 50 it is because of the brain fog!
I'll be doing the one in Chapmansboro, TN next year!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/09/12 01:55 PM
For some reason, in my head, I thought "300" would be like a hump and once we were over that it would sort of level off.
Nope! Not a hump! Its a hill!
Happy day 314 everybody!!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/09/12 07:03 PM
HA! I did 200 one day last week and my armpits hurt for three days. That's what I get for doing them once a quarter.... I'll try to do at least 300 one day over the weekend just for good measure.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 04:21 PM
Insanity - day 2. Moving is hard.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 04:23 PM
Yay! It's a good kind of debilitating pain though, right??
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 04:24 PM
No, it isn't!!!
Listen to your body, don't rock it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 05:05 PM
Way to go QCL!!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 05:21 PM
ah, Big Mac curls..........feel the burn!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 05:22 PM
That's prolly just acid reflux...
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 07:49 PM
ah, Big Mac churls..........feel the burn!
fixed.
Posted By: chenin
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 08:05 PM
I'm on Insanity day 9. Moving is ok...getting a bit easier to make it through the workout.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 09:20 PM
I'm on Insanity day 9. Moving is ok...getting a bit easier to make it through the workout.
Cool!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/13/12 09:33 PM
My trainer went a little crunches-and-lunges-and-squats crazy on me on both Saturday and Monday at the gym, and I am "feeling the burn" today. Good grief. I can walk ok, but up and down stairs and getting in and out of the car let me know my muscles are not happy with me today haha.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 04:11 PM
I love that feeling!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 04:32 PM
Hit the "gym" this morning for some strength work...boy have I gotten weak in the last few months. I've focused almost exclusively on running, what I actually have a drive and motivation to do, but with it getting frosty and such, I think I can move some focus off of my speed work and onto strength again. I really hate sitting around doing weights and stuff, I don't know what it is, but it bores the heck out of me (doesn't matter what type of music I blast even!). I used to have a partner to lift with, he's now doing everything from home since he had a kid, so I think that's part of why I have no interest in it.
I hope I'm sore tomorrow! Only upper body work, I don't want to mess up my running by tiring my legs out any more than I already do!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 05:10 PM
Matt, take a cue from the 45 year old Mudder. Mix up your workouts and add off the cuff, out of the box, practical strength exercises. You will get strong and still stay lean.
Keep one or two days of weights in there and go hard on those days. I dont think you will be totally disappointed with the results.
My workout last night included, weighted twists, pullups, dips, chin ups(over hand), military presses, lat pulls, sit ups, crunches, curls, triceps extensions and windshield wipers.
Never got bored and got very tired.
Also get a tire and sledge hammer! Its good exercise and screws with the neighbors heads!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 05:12 PM
I used to really like strength work...especially when I could outlift most of the guys in the room!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 05:33 PM
Matt, take a cue from the 45 year old Mudder. Mix up your workouts and add off the cuff, out of the box, practical strength exercises. You will get strong and still stay lean.
Keep one or two days of weights in there and go hard on those days. I dont think you will be totally disappointed with the results.
My workout last night included, weighted twists, pullups, dips, chin ups(over hand), military presses, lat pulls, sit ups, crunches, curls, triceps extensions and windshield wipers.
Never got bored and got very tired.
Also get a tire and sledge hammer! Its good exercise and screws with the neighbors heads!
My neighbors would laugh if I had that out on my deck...mostly because after a swing or two, the whole thing would fall off of the building and I'd drop from the 2nd floor. I'd just bring it to work if I were to do that. This morning was pull-ups, dumbbell bench, tricep extensions, push-ups, isolated bicep curls and dips. I printed out the tough mudder boot camp list and will probably start on that in December.
It sucks trying to balance total body workouts with running I think. I can feel the impact on my runs. But I have nothing to train for until the end of March, so maybe it's just my lack of a short-term goal to aim for that's messing me up.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 06:21 PM
Matt, take a cue from the 45 year old Mudder. Mix up your workouts and add off the cuff, out of the box, practical strength exercises. You will get strong and still stay lean.
Keep one or two days of weights in there and go hard on those days. I dont think you will be totally disappointed with the results.
My workout last night included, weighted twists, pullups, dips, chin ups(over hand), military presses, lat pulls, sit ups, crunches, curls, triceps extensions and windshield wipers.
Never got bored and got very tired.
Also get a tire and sledge hammer! Its good exercise and screws with the neighbors heads!
My neighbors would laugh if I had that out on my deck...mostly because after a swing or two, the whole thing would fall off of the building and I'd drop from the 2nd floor. I'd just bring it to work if I were to do that. This morning was pull-ups, dumbbell bench, tricep extensions, push-ups, isolated bicep curls and dips. I printed out the tough mudder boot camp list and will probably start on that in December.
It sucks trying to balance total body workouts with running I think. I can feel the impact on my runs. But I have nothing to train for until the end of March, so maybe it's just my lack of a short-term goal to aim for that's messing me up.
Definitely needs to be goal driven. If your goal is to get bigger and increase strength appreciably, running much wont be your friend. Your diet would have to be directed for this as well.
If you are shooting for overall fitness, its doable. Hard, but dosable.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 06:37 PM
I need more of a goal than that though. I don't care about looking huge or being able to rip a phone book in half with my pecs. Now that I'm married, not like I'll be strolling the beach in my board shorts looking for ladies to show off for
It's just that not having an event to train for means I lose motivation. I can go curl stuff and do pull ups, but why am I doing it? Nothing in my life requires brute force (though there are some people around here I'd like to use that force on!) and with running, I enjoy it enough that I can do it without races, but having races on the calendar certainly helps me get out of bed. I don't need 6 months to prep for the mudder, so it's too long range to get me going on the weights.
My workout schedule is always cyclical, every two months or so I get bored to death and start wondering what the point is and why I'm giving up my sleep
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 08:50 PM
Recliner crunches
It all starts with a high quality Lay-Z-Boy
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 09:07 PM
Wait, who's the 45 year old mudder??
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 09:07 PM
I used to really like strength work...especially when I could outlift most of the guys in the room!
How YOU doin?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 09:18 PM
Wait, who's the 45 year old mudder??
You'll have to view the post in the pushup FB group to watch the video about the mustache guy
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/16/12 09:33 PM
I thought that maybe BB1 had was dyslexic!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 03:13 PM
!cixelsyd ton ma I
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 03:24 PM
I watched several video clips from the race throughout the weekend, very crazy stuff! The same guy that won last year won this year as well, crazy beast. 10 miles, 32 obstacles per lap. Top male and female both completed
nine laps in just over 24 hours, stopping for no more than 5 minutes at a time. Amelia Boone and Junyong Pak. Look up Amelia BBB, you might have to try giving her a call!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 04:59 PM
I watched several video clips from the race throughout the weekend, very crazy stuff! The same guy that won last year won this year as well, crazy beast. 10 miles, 32 obstacles per lap. Top male and female both completed
nine laps in just over 24 hours, stopping for no more than 5 minutes at a time. Amelia Boone and Junyong Pak. Look up Amelia BBB, you might have to try giving her a call!
I did look her up and any woman that chops wood and poses upside doing a one arm, inverted pushup can't be all bad. Plus....she's hot!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 05:26 PM
Marathoner, Death races in summer and winter, multiple TM's, an attorney...she's terrifying!
Race Ipsa Loquitur (The race speaks for itself, I think)
http://raceipsa.blogspot.com/Mani, she lives in Chicago...you should probably try to train with her!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:02 PM
My little man is running his first 5K on Thursday - The Drumstick Dash. He's so excited.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:08 PM
Awesome!! Good for him, hope it's not too chilly.
I agreed to go on a run with my (21 year old, marathon running, National Guard member) brother-in-law on Thursday morning so we can justify our massive calorie consumption later on in the day. I agreed to 7 miles, but conditioned that we had to be out by or before 7:30. Silly college kid, he's never up that early! I'm hoping that will allow me to somewhat keep up with him...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:11 PM
Marathoner, Death races in summer and winter, multiple TM's, an attorney...she's terrifying!
Race Ipsa Loquitur (The race speaks for itself, I think)
http://raceipsa.blogspot.com/Mani, she lives in Chicago...you should probably try to train with her!
I'd have to catch her pretty quick, I wear out after the first 5 hours or so....
Seriously, pretty inspiring. Not so much in the "gee, she overcame so much" sort of way. More the "She never gives up" sort of way!
::Hits the floor and knocks of 50 of todays 324::
74 left.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:12 PM
Awesome!! Good for him, hope it's not too chilly.
I agreed to go on a run with my (21 year old, marathon running, National Guard member) brother-in-law on Thursday morning so we can justify our massive calorie consumption later on in the day. I agreed to 7 miles, but conditioned that we had to be out by or before 7:30. Silly college kid, he's never up that early! I'm hoping that will allow me to somewhat keep up with him...
Liquid heat in his shorts..... You'll finish early.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:19 PM
Haha! I need him slow, he'll blow me away if I try to do his pace for 7 miles, so he's going to have to come down to my 8:45-9:00ish.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:27 PM
I've lost my ever loving mind. I am having 50+ people at my house for a thanksgiving morning 5K and potluck breakfast. We even ordered t-shirts.
My house isnt big enough for 50 people!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:37 PM
Holy carp Jen! You did lose your mind.
Hope it's nice enough and people can overflow outside...plenty of room out there!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 06:59 PM
I've lost my ever loving mind. I am having 50+ people at my house for a thanksgiving morning 5K and potluck breakfast. We even ordered t-shirts.
My house isnt big enough for 50 people!
Oh I am SO GLAD you are not me!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 07:38 PM
I've lost my ever loving mind. I am having 50+ people at my house for a thanksgiving morning 5K and potluck breakfast. We even ordered t-shirts.
My house isnt big enough for 50 people!
Are you Farking Nutz!?!
Ok...nevermind....silly question. Of course you are.
Rent a tent and space heater?
Tarps around the car port and a fire pit?
Maybe just mukluks and hot cocoa!!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 07:41 PM
Jen, you'll be amazed how many people can fit in a house. We typically have 60-70 at family gatherings in my cousin's house. It's tight, but it's fun!! Granted, some of those are smallish children.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 07:49 PM
Are you having the family trap shoot out there?
*BOOM!*
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 08:10 PM
Wishes I lived closer...
The bear and I will just have to settle for running our annual 5K here.
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 08:14 PM
The Hubs and I ran a 5k this weekend and I beat him! He beat me last time.
I am doing a thanksgiving themed cardio-strength class Wednesday, so I probably won't be moving that quickly Thursday.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 08:28 PM
I've lost my ever loving mind. I am having 50+ people at my house for a thanksgiving morning 5K and potluck breakfast. We even ordered t-shirts.
My house isnt big enough for 50 people!
Are you Farking Nutz!?!
Ok...nevermind....silly question. Of course you are.
Rent a tent and space heater?
Tarps around the car port and a fire pit?
Maybe just mukluks and hot cocoa!!
I'm too cheap to pay for a tent or space heater..but that doesn't mean I'm not asking people if they have one I can borrow!
My house is only 1700 sq foot. No basement. It's big enough when the kids are home, but not too big when it's just me. I'm praying for decent weather.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 08:45 PM
I am doing a thanksgiving themed cardio-strength class Wednesday, so I probably won't be moving that quickly Thursday.
So...you're doing the Chicken Dance disquised as Turkeys?
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 09:14 PM
I am doing a thanksgiving themed cardio-strength class Wednesday, so I probably won't be moving that quickly Thursday.
So...you're doing the Chicken Dance disquised as Turkeys?
All she said was canoe runs and other indian/thanksgiving themed exercises.
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/19/12 09:29 PM
I'm too cheap to pay for a tent or space heater..but that doesn't mean I'm not asking people if they have one I can borrow!
My house is only 1700 sq foot. No basement. It's big enough when the kids are home, but not too big when it's just me. I'm praying for decent weather.
but indecent weather would send people home faster.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 05:20 PM
The Hubs and I ran a 5k this weekend and I beat him! He beat me last time.
My hero!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 06:16 PM
Saw Jen comment on this earlier today. Don't forget...
It's International Hug a Runner Day!Group hug!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 07:07 PM
I love hugs!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 07:07 PM
::hugs self::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 08:00 PM
::hugs self, too::
<<---not a runner, but hugs are nice!
Posted By: chenin
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 08:37 PM
I am not a runner, I hate to run and almost never do, BUT since starting Insanity running isn't as bad as it used to be. We are on day 17 and I can see and feel a big difference. I went running with the hubby last night and made it further than I've ever done! Still don't think I'll turn into a runner though. I'm just trying to drop a few more pounds before we go to MI for Christmas.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:24 PM
<<<---only runs when the
horsesdragons are chasing me.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:40 PM
Of course it's going to be 60 degrees on Thursday and I neglected to sign up for any Turkey Trot 5ks because I was sure it would be snowing or unbearably cold....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:40 PM
Come to my house and run!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:43 PM
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:46 PM
are you running for two?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:47 PM
Two what?
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:49 PM
ooops, wrong preggo thread
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:49 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/20/12 09:51 PM
Actually I think a 5k is 3.1 miles, not two.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 03:46 PM
I got some of the most amusing looks this morning as I was running down the sidewalks in my full ninja suit, a cloud of steam rolliing off of me as I went along. My only gripe is that when I exhale, my face mask channels all the air up and out the eye hole area, which makes it impossible to wear sunglasses. 8 degrees when I started, glad I was able to wait until the sun was up at least. Burr though.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 03:51 PM
No running (or biking) until Dr. Knee says so (Friday at the earliest).
So pushups are high on the list of "something to do"!
150 so far today (Day 332). No plyometrics either, no tire throwing (torsional force)
Pushups, dips, chins, reverse pullups, light bench (feet off the ground, high reps), seated military presses, curls, skull crushers.....
I'll think of something.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 03:52 PM
Swim?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 04:03 PM
It becomes a possbility. We closed our pool, but there are plenty of less convenient places to do that. And at least it would keep up the cardio end.
You hardly ever hear someone say "Michael Phelps was out with a torn ACL"....
Probably still gets all pruny though.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 04:11 PM
Swim in a lake, be tough, don't make excuses!
Then, handstand push-ups in the shallows with your lower body out of the water. Sets of 5, come up for 10 seconds of breathing in between. Ready? GO!!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 06:13 PM
::Gurrgle::
Is this how they learn that synchopated swimmin' thang?
::gurggle::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 06:18 PM
"Scull crushers"?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 06:25 PM
"Scull crushers"?
Its a triceps exercise.
Unless, of course, you happen to be involved in some warped video game or in prison. Then its a survival tecnique.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 06:27 PM
"Scull crushers"?
Lay down flat on your back, hold weight(s) above you, bending your arms at the elbow, lower them towards your head/face. It's a good tricep workout, and as long as you don't have a tendancy to let go of your weights, your skull shouldn't be in any danger
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 06:34 PM
I do those standing and drop them behind my head. VERY SLOWLY. Kettlebells don't feel so good on the back of the head.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 07:59 PM
"Scull crushers"?
Lay down flat on your back, hold weight(s) above you, bending your arms at the elbow, lower them towards your head/face. It's a good tricep workout, and as long as you don't have a tendancy to let go of your weights, your skull shouldn't be in any danger
Ommmmm..bench press? geez!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/27/12 08:44 PM
Imagine you're standing up doing curls, but then turn that picture sideways
Or try this link
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/28/12 02:25 PM
Oh...thanks for the visual...sort of a backwards curl...doesn't look very kind on the elbows.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 04:51 PM
I couldn't help but think of BBB1 yesterday while I was harvesting a lighter stump..between the ax and hatchet, I got a workout, albiet one-sided!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 05:10 PM
He wouldn't use an axe, he'd get his sledge and just pound it into the ground until you never knew it was there!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 05:17 PM
The mighty Thor!!!!!!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 05:18 PM
I took up about 65 square feet of flagstones that were cemented to the basement floor yesterday and relocated them to the back yard, it was a decent workout. I have about 60 more square feet of stone that need torn off a wall if anyone would like a challenge....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 05:36 PM
I took up about 65 square feet of flagstones that were cemented to the basement floor yesterday and relocated them to the back yard, it was a decent workout. I have about 60 more square feet of stone that need torn off a wall if anyone would like a challenge....
They won't let me on the plane with my hammer.....
I suspect this is why thy guy in the comics and the movies just uses a cape.....
::heads for the cape store::
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 06:11 PM
I have several hammers and pry bars of various sizes, shapes and configurations available
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 06:19 PM
Fly me out, I love tearing things apart! Do they have to remain in usable format, or can I just run around smashing things and yelling a lot?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 06:20 PM
::sends Hulk Hands::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 06:31 PM
He wouldn't use an axe, he'd get his sledge and just pound it into the ground until you never knew it was there!
Have you ever performed this tedious duty? Pounding into the ground would be:
1) a waste of perfectly good dynomite and
2) the easy way out.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 06:38 PM
<<< Is a bit odd. I like pounding things with a sledge hammer and I split wood for entertainment. I don't even have a wood burning fireplace anymore, its gas.
I have two friends with wood burning stoves and I split theirs for them. There is astrong sense of immediate gratification in splitting wood!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 06:39 PM
URG. MAN. URG.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 06:41 PM
I took up about 65 square feet of flagstones that were cemented to the basement floor yesterday and relocated them to the back yard, it was a decent workout. I have about 60 more square feet of stone that need torn off a wall if anyone would like a challenge....
They won't let me on the plane with my hammer.....
I suspect this is why thy guy in the comics and the movies just uses a cape.....
::heads for the cape store::
No capes!!! Haven't you seen The Incredibles?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/12 07:05 PM
I took up about 65 square feet of flagstones that were cemented to the basement floor yesterday and relocated them to the back yard, it was a decent workout. I have about 60 more square feet of stone that need torn off a wall if anyone would like a challenge....
They won't let me on the plane with my hammer.....
I suspect this is why thy guy in the comics and the movies just uses a cape.....
::heads for the cape store::
No capes!!! Haven't you seen The Incredibles?
Good point! No cape!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/04/12 05:41 PM
No capes!!! Haven't you seen The Incredibles?
That needed a spew warning!
Posted By: cheekEE
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/04/12 09:29 PM
TJ wouldn't even let me swing the hammar. I mean I did avoid the room at all costs but still! Geesh.
I'm off to shake my groove thang with some bankerchicks tonigh. We will see how that goes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/04/12 09:44 PM
TJ wouldn't even let me swing the hammar.
I don't appreciate the innuendo used here!
Have fun!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 02:50 PM
::snicker::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 02:56 PM
Today is the big three four oh!
Enjoy pushup peeps!
Did I mention that 8 of the employees here want to start a pushup challenge for 2013 (assuming we are still here after the triple 12)?
Do I start over with 1 or start at 367?
Nevermind, even if my shoulders and elbows could take it, my brain will never do the math right!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 02:57 PM
Pictures it 3 years down the road...BBB1 would be doing absolutely nothing but pushups all day long.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 02:58 PM
His idea of a perfect retirement!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 03:07 PM
I have said that my ideal job would be getting paid to workout, run, ride and play racquetball! But if I was actually good at it, I would be getting paid and there would be shoes bikes and racquets with my name on them!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 03:19 PM
I think competitive eating pays well
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 03:30 PM
I think competitive eating pays well
My nickname would change from "Mighty Thor" to "Mighty Thud!"
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 03:38 PM
I have said that my ideal job would be getting paid to workout, run, ride and play racquetball! But if I was actually good at it, I would be getting paid and there would be shoes bikes and racquets with my name on them!
So your name is not "nike davidson"?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 03:38 PM
Uhhhh HELLO! Trainer? Or fitness guru. Better get started on that book................
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/05/12 04:21 PM
Chapter One, Page one... "Call me Ishamael..."
Okay okay... I'll get started. Literary bully..
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/06/12 07:25 PM
BBB1..you been inventing excersizes in GA?
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — A northern Georgia man is recovering from a deep gash to his forehead and severe cuts to one of his arms after being hit by a flying saw blade.
WGCL-TV (
http://bit.ly/RCiOnX ) reports Henry Rodriguez, of Marietta, was driving along I-285 in Sandy Springs Tuesday afternoon when a flying 14-inch circular saw blade hit him in the face.
Authorities say Rodriguez will have to undergo surgery to repair severed tendons in his left arm.
Police in Sandy Springs are investigating the incident and say it is not yet clear how the blade became airborne.
A message left with the police department Wednesday was not immediately returned.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/06/12 07:28 PM
The story says the blade was "airborne". I'd guess if BBB was involved, he probably threw it and it just happend to go all the way to GA from OK!
That's freaking crazy though!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/06/12 07:38 PM
Yeah... a discus throwing redux. Didn't think about it traveling all that way tho!
Splains why they can't explain in tho!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/06/12 09:59 PM
The discus was used as a weapon. But no i just toss tires.
Hmmm...tire toss to Georgia......
:makes note for the book:
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/07/12 01:57 PM
::squinches down and watches sky for flying tires::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/07/12 02:09 PM
It has occured to me that it looks like I am having some sort of redneck olympics when I'm out there with the sledge hammer and the tires....
"....nOw Fer thE tar toss. Jim bob, this here boy has been a tossin' fer a couple years now and ought to give her a pretty darn good chunk"
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/07/12 02:58 PM
If you switch to throwing toilets, then it'll be redneck!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/07/12 03:07 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/07/12 03:11 PM
Toilet put .... check.
I've been thinking of adding the hammer throw. Only throwing real hammers!
We already have steer wrestling in Oklahoma.
Let the games begin!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 04:31 PM
Overuse of crutches due to a seriously jacked up femur leads to an irritated rotator cuff and a steroid shot in the shoulder.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 04:38 PM
Which leads to that shoulder feeling...better today I hope??
Anyone want to take turns with me, pulling Jen around in a wagon?? We can bling it out like she did her crutches, it'll be great!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 04:41 PM
I volunteer my dogs to pull the wagon............
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 04:46 PM
The shoulder is better today, but not 100%. That should be tomorrow or Friday I guess.
I had a horse once that would pull a wagon, I need him back. Actually, I'd probably injure myself doing that.
I'm ready to flop in bed like and have someone wait on me hand and foot. It's that or bubble wrap.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 04:52 PM
::Heads off to Office Max::
Big bubbles or the tiny ones??
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 04:53 PM
Both?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 04:55 PM
Okay! You'll have so many bubbles, you won't even need a floaty at the bar's pool any more! I'll craft a drink holder and get some really long straws too.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 05:24 PM
Begins plans for a "Jen protection suit".....
::Gets out crayons and constrution paper and draws with tip of tongue sticking just out the corner of mouth::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 05:24 PM
Seriously girl, you need a keeper.
But try to get better.....please?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 05:41 PM
Anyone want to take turns with me, pulling Jen around in a wagon?? We can bling it out like she did her crutches, it'll be great!
I picked up some mad wheelchair skilz pushing my late mother-in-law around.
Jen, how are you at shrieking in terror
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 05:43 PM
Jen's not scared 'o nothin!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 05:48 PM
Jen's not scared 'o nothin!
I'll make you a liar! We have hills.....
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 07:19 PM
Matt...please double the order of bubble wrap if we're letting HIM push me around.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 07:24 PM
::readies camera for YouTube video::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 07:32 PM
Matt...please double the order of bubble wrap if we're letting HIM push me around.
I won't let anything bad happen, don't worry! I'm getting the big bubbles to go around the small ones, to go around a fort made of couch pillows!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 07:35 PM
Bring on the wheelchair!!!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 09:05 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 09:18 PM
We'll also load some/all of his dogs on the cart, that way he'll be sure to at least keep two wheels on the ground at all times
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 09:22 PM
Couch pillow fort! Count me in! Sorry you're sidelined, Jen. Hope you heal fast.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 09:37 PM
I've been getting all sorts of bubble stuff from Amazon lately, as the Christmas gift roll in. I can mail it to you.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 09:38 PM
We'll also load some/all of his dogs on the cart, that way he'll be sure to at least keep two wheels on the ground at all times
HEY--OH, you meant Freak's dogs.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 09:45 PM
I'd never put your furballs in danger! They're like my own pets that I admire from afar...and don't have any responsibility for, and have never met...
Tiger.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 09:47 PM
You COULD have met the tigers.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/12 10:02 PM
You COULD have put sleeping bags on the floor and let me stayed in your garage with them.
Next time!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/13/12 01:49 PM
<< stares
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 04:05 PM
Ordered my new Kayanos this morning. 30% off I couldn't resist. Besides my old ones are on their last legs.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 04:13 PM
::like::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 04:14 PM
Nice! Always exciting, and 30% is nothing to sneeze at either.
I looked at some five-fingers over the weekend, as a potential Christmas idea...don't think that'll work out though.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 04:47 PM
I felt bad spending money on me right now but I couldn't poass up the price. And besides if my shoes are worn out and I can't run at all, my family will suffer.
So it's actually a gift to them.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 05:05 PM
I felt bad spending money on me right now but I couldn't poass up the price. And besides if my shoes are worn out and I can't run at all, my family will suffer.
So it's actually a gift to them.
Eggzaktly!!
Love Kayano's! But I have been pretty happy with my GT1000's too.
Matt I have many pairs of 5 fingers. I really like them, but I dont run much in them except on trails. I have used them some for climbing. I have found the models that lace up to be my favorites.
If you want to go a cheaper route just to try the concept, buy some skeletoes instead. I have some of them as well and they are fine.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 05:11 PM
I'm too practical of a person and can't really justify asking for something that I'm not sure I'll like/use. Trail options around here are fairly limited, and I don't see myself using them on sidewalks at all! I could see them for mud races, but I've heard mixed reviews on their effectiveness.
Plus, I know they'll end up going to a store here and paying twice what I could get them for by buying online, and that's just a terrible waste.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 05:14 PM
Skeletoes can be had for about $35. I actually like mine a lot. I did a run up Mount Scott in them and they worked well. Scott has no trails so it was bouldering, running, bushwacking, etc.
Like I said, its a cheap way to explore the concept.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/19/12 05:20 PM
Unless I'm trekking through corn fields, there's not much even "off-road" here without going at least an hour to get there. The trails we have might be dirt, but they're still pretty much flat, so I don't know that I could really even use these in an effective way. I'd rather just put the cash toward a pair of regular shoes, as I'm sure I'm due for new ones in the next month or two.
I asked for mostly fitness-related stuff for Christmas, some more cold gear definitely, and some foam rollers. Mostly because I was being pestered for ideas
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/12 04:39 PM
My route this morning took me past a couple of workout places. As I peered through the icicles forming on my eyelashes, I was a tad jealous of the folks inside on the treadmills...then I realized, they're on treadmills! Also, I was on and off of snow and ice and needed to focus more on the sidewalk and less on the other surroundings. Found out when I got done that it was only 4 degrees outside, not 12 like my phone had told me! Burrrrrr. My knees and elbows felt pretty well frozen afterward.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/27/12 04:50 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 07:10 PM
If you want to be inspired, amazed or just want something outside your comfort zone to try......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTV4_sS7xRw
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 07:59 PM
Back-flip burpees, I'm going to go try one of those right now!! If I break my neck, I get a few weeks off from working out, right?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 09:40 PM
We may only get one shot at this, so get pictures!!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 09:51 PM
Finally got a chance to try out the 'other' gym today. I got my heiney whooped.
Back for free trial day #2 tomorrow.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 10:00 PM
And thanks to BBB's video, you know what your routine's going to be! Nice how that works out.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 10:05 PM
"Did you know that the iconic Valentine's heart shape is not actually based on the shape of a human heart, but rather on the shape of the buttocks of a female bending over"
Dr Sheldon Cooper
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 10:07 PM
Ha! Buttocks.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/13 10:11 PM
Somehow it loses something on a bumper sticker.....
"I Buttocks NY"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 02:46 PM
Finally got a run in. Feel SO MUCH BETTER! Feel 'normal' again.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 02:52 PM
I buttocks running!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 02:53 PM
I buttocks chocolate.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 03:04 PM
I buttocks...buttocks?
and I cannot lie.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 03:32 PM
It does kind of change the whole "Pink Puffy" thing though...
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 03:34 PM
Oh no.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 03:47 PM
So...
Pushups yeah? How's about em?
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 04:22 PM
Burpee challenge.
How bout that?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 04:33 PM
I do them once a week during a particular set of workouts, for 2 minutes. That's about all I'm willing to do!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 04:53 PM
Did you see the one legged burpees? Tough!
I'm still doing the pushups, but I'm ok with adding burpees. At least until I cant keep my lunch down....and maybe a little more.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 05:00 PM
No-legged burpees. Get to work on that one, when you can do 50, I'll be truly impressed
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 05:27 PM
I do them with a workout I've been doing but only for 1 minute.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 05:28 PM
I think Peepers would really excel at a burp challenge.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 05:53 PM
No there's a provoking thought!!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/13 06:12 PM
Which is a good reminder....
Be kind to your fellow gym rats. No beans on Burpee day!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/13 08:59 PM
Last night I finally got around to registering for my first 5k of the year, coming up two weeks from Saturday! Going to be interesting to see how I do after this winter. I got outside a lot, but more recently have been stuck on the treadmill a bit more. Not guessing that I'll snag a PR as I got so accustomed to last year, really I'm just hoping that it's not too cold or snowing/raining come start time! Been off on speed work the last couple months, but got an okay one in on the treadmill this morning that was a bit of a stretch.
.5 warm-up
.25 run at 6 mph
.25 sprint at 7 mph
.25 5.7 run at a 2% incline
Then repeated the run/sprint/incline, increasing the speed or incline progressively until I finished with my last being .25 at 6.6, .25 at 7.6, .25 at 4%. That last quarter was rough!
Did a dozen pull-ups before, and a dozen chin-ups after. Time to get out of the winter lull and start working harder!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/13 10:18 PM
Great job Matt! Speed work is really tough, but it helps so much!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/13 10:19 PM
I've been trying to do the treadmill hills too. I think my first race is pretty flat, but one in April according to the race map has a 3% hill for a quarter mile in the first mile of the race.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/13 10:37 PM
Better to have it early than late I suppose, but it never much matters when the hill comes, it always sucks!
Mines 747-783 ft. elevation, so an
extremely flat course I'd say. Mostly in residential areas, and part of a bike trail. I'm guessing since it's a small business hosting it, this minimizes street closures and costs for them. I think I was around the 475th person to register, so they'll easily meet 500, but that's combining the numbers for the 5k and the 1 mile, as well as the walkers and runners. I'll get a participation medal at least, that much I'm sure of!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/05/13 10:41 PM
That is one of the reasons I like running outside. I still get the wind and the hills. Fortunately, in Oklahoma, I can manage to run outside about 95% of the time....usually.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/13 02:57 PM
I should look for a 5k now April is only a month away.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/13 03:22 PM
St. Paddy's Day 5K
Saturday, March 16, 2013
www.stpaddysday5k.comNCO Youth and Family Services Spring Ahead 5K & 10K
Sunday, April 14, 2013
360 Youth and Family Services
https://360springahead.com/ (Sponsored by your neighbors!)
Eikon 5K
Saturday, April 27, 2013
www.eikon5k.orgHop to it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/13 03:39 PM
Well thank you for doing all the work for me! I've volunteered to help at the NCO run before, it's a nice course. You probably ran it when you stayed at our neighbor hotel.
I think that sounds like a nice one to start with.
ETA: Registered! Called the hubs to see if he wanted to run with me. He didn't answer, so I just signed him up too.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/13 03:50 PM
I'm sure you didn't forge his liability waiver, that'd be wrong!
That'll be a good one, and won't distract from your training for May 18th either.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/13 04:18 PM
The site let you sign up multiple runners in one transaction, so that's their own fault!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/13 04:54 PM
You should sign up a bunch of other people too then! Epic 5k weekend??
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/13 05:09 PM
EPIC.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 04:08 PM
Is this the running thread?
I just meant to use the copier and accidentally walked into a conversation about doing a 12 mile mud run in September. Some people here seem to think it would be fun. The website says it takes about 3 or 4 hours to complete. One of my co-workers said, "You can do anything for 3 or 4 hours. It's not like it's forever." Another said it's "like giving birth. You just keep going until the suffering is over."
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 04:36 PM
Haha...anything for 3 or 4 hours...mmhmm.
Wisconsin, St. Louis, Tahoe, or Kansas City by chance?? If so, I know the race series you're talking about.
I've got one coming up in May near Chicago. They're a whole different kind of challenge, and 3 hours is pretty...ambitious if you're not in pretty good shape. I think we finished last year in about 4 hours, but it's not formally timed so it's hard to say. It took me about a week and a half to recover to the point that I could stand upright and use stairs without discomfort!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 04:40 PM
St. Louis. More or less. It's actually pretty far out in the country. I'm surprised at the people who are seriously considering it. They might shame me into it. I have six months to prepare.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 06:40 PM
Plenty of time!
Honestly, they attract a wide range of fitness levels. A lot of people just do it for fun. There are some people I saw coming across the finish line that I couldn't believe survived it, and more than a few that ended up at medic tents along the way. You can always walk when needed, almost everybody has to walk some of it, and you can skip an obstacle if you need to for some reason, so that's good to fall back on if you need to.
Watch some of the videos they post on YouTube to get a better feel for the atmosphere. If you can go with a group, that's far preferred to a pair. I wouldn't go alone, but you can if you choose to. Everyone works together pretty well, even with complete strangers, so it wouldn't make it impossible, just less fun.
You have to be prepared to get dirty, get scraped up, and maybe eat some mud too. Plenty of potential for sprains or more serious injuries, but if you take your time and know your limits, there shouldn't be too much risk. It does require some serious stamina though, and your legs and arms/shoulders will take a serious beating. I'd highly recommend you peruse their site and look at some of their workout routines that are tailored to helping you prepare the most relevant muscle groups, as well as giving you an idea of how prepared you are.
Last year I did the one in the Twin Cities, MN, but the actual location was Somerset, WI. This year's in "Chicago" is almost an hour southwest of the city itself, so yeah, the locations are definitely relative at best.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 06:57 PM
almost
That's a relative term. It's over 70 miles from the city to Seneca.
(For reference, It's 50 miles away from me, and I'm in the far west suburbs!)
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 07:46 PM
For another reference, that's a heck of a lot less to drive than I'll be going, so you have no excuse!
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 07:58 PM
Plenty of potential for sprains or more serious injuries
yeah, that right there makes me want to join in...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/22/13 08:27 PM
Haha. Well, walking across a mud caked balance beam 20 feet above water, climbing over, jumping over, crawling under...plenty of potential for falling or being stepped on. Not to mention the shocks from exposed wires or open flames... I saw a few broken noses and other things. That's why you sign a very hefty liability and death waiver!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/25/13 04:11 PM
In all the years (decades ?) that I've been racing I've only seen two people actually die. Statistcally speaking, its much safer than driving or flying!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/25/13 05:19 PM
bad enough odds to keep me away from it
I sure hope to God there is no documented incident of someone dying from working a TV remote
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/25/13 07:55 PM
Another said it's "like giving birth. You
just keep going until the suffering is over."
HAHAHAHA! I said this same thing about my first marathon. During the race I wondered WHY on earth I would ever do this, I would NEVER ever do it again. Within an hour of finishing the race, I was already talking about "next time". All the pain and agony was gone.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/25/13 09:17 PM
The brain blocks traumatic/stupid events from out minds. I also think that athletes as whole are inveterate liars, but mostly to ourselves.....
"Next time, I'll be better prepared"
"Next time, the weather will be better"
"Next time I won't be kidnapped and experimemnted on by space aliens...."
What?
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 12:46 PM
You forgot:
"I'll remember to wrap that knee/ankle/elbow next time."
and of course
"Next time I'll remember to take 4 Advil 30 minutes before I start ((insert strenuous activity here))."
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 01:58 PM
The only thing I tell myself: Next time, run faster.
I did some squats yesterday with a military press built in, my quads are on fire today and it hurts so good! Only 55 lbs or so with weight, but it was definitely effective. The few hills in my run this morning...yikes.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 02:19 PM
The only thing I tell myself: Next time, run faster.
There is actually a lot to that simple statement. I have had races where I got second (in my div) and I had a ton of kick at the end of the race. Obvious deduction... I dint run fast enough.
I hate that feeling of having left something on the plate.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 02:21 PM
I hate that feeling of having left something on the plate.
I don't often feel this
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 02:30 PM
There is actually a lot to that simple statement. I have had races where I got second (in my div) and I had a ton of kick at the end of the race. Obvious deduction... I dint run fast enough.
I hate that feeling of having left something on the plate.
Today was 5 miles that averaged out to an 8:38 pace that wasn't really pushing it hard. Compare that to my 7:55ish pace in the race on Saturday when my legs were fresh and it was a bit warmer...I should've been faster.
That being said, my original comment was more aimed at constant improvement than disappointment. Only a couple of times in the last two years have I really been upset with my results, I try not to take it too seriously.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 02:46 PM
Has the Pushup Challenge for 2013 been forgotten, tabled, left behind?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 02:51 PM
I thought we were still going. I'm 3/4ths of the way to my 451 for today, aren't you??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 02:57 PM
Its that 7:55ish thing of yours that I'm trying to get back.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 02:58 PM
Has the Pushup Challenge for 2013 been forgotten, tabled, left behind?
I couldnt forget it. Some of our employees thought it was such a great idea that we started one here.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 03:08 PM
Its that 7:55ish thing of yours that I'm trying to get back.
That's a very slow marathon time...I think you can do way better than that!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 04:56 PM
Its that 7:55ish thing of yours that I'm trying to get back.
That's a very slow marathon time...I think you can do way better than that!
Thats a sub 3:30 marathon. I would call that more than respectable.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 05:17 PM
Hey, I'm thinking h:mm and that being your total time, not your mile pace!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 08:59 PM
Yeah...Not even in my Dr. Sheldon Cooper Flash suit.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 09:05 PM
::Throws up hands in defeat::
7 hours, 55 minutes was the marathon pace I was suggesting for you!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 09:17 PM
LOL! Thank you for your vote of confidence!
Me and my trusty walker shall attempt to live up to your expectations!
I'm only signed up for the half, but hopefully I will be able to post a decent time.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/13 09:25 PM
Its that 7:55ish thing of yours that I'm trying to get back.
if you are truly trying to increase your speed, decrase your time, please tell me you are doing track work in distances of less than 600 meters...and also days of interval training (fartleks - but always hated that word).
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/13 01:15 PM
Yes, I do my speed work too. I hate fartleks with a passion, but its a necessary evil. I was including hill sprints, but I messed up my knee (lots of knee history) so my sports med Dr. Told me no more hill sprints. Keepin it on the track now.
I also do occaisional short runs in my 5fingers. I cant take long loping strides in them and it increases my foot speed.
Andif I thought the Dr Sheldon Cooper Flash sui would help, I'd get one fo those too.
(but thanks for the reminder anyway, its easy to "accidentaly forget them)
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/13 02:11 PM
Speed work will start up again for me soon, probably within the next two weeks. Makes a big difference!
Posted By: sunny1
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/28/13 07:01 PM
It is just like child birth, once you see the medal your forget how hard you worked to get there... I started running to get healthy three years ago- and now I hate any weekend that doesn't include some type of race..
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/29/13 02:51 PM
Our bank has six people running a 5K and three people doing a 1 mile fun walk tomorrow for a cancer fundraiser. We don't have any great runners, but we have a lot of spirit. Our one good runner dropped out, with a lame excuse that she doesn't have enough time tomorrow to do the 5K and the 20 mile training run she needs to do to prepare for a marathon.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/13 05:00 PM
I finished second in my age group in our 5k Saturday. I won a pair of
http://yurbuds.com/. Chip time was 27:05. The first place guy finished 4 minutes before me, but third place (and the rest) were five or more minutes behind.
From the 1.6 mile point to the end it was uphill into the wind. I had a good first two miles, but the third was no fun. I had nothing left for a sprint to the finish. I need to work on my endurance to make the last 1.1 miles easier.
There was a 74 year old guy that ran in 25:34. Awesome!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/13 05:09 PM
Awesome! Way to go. Not great conditions, but you still did well with it. Were you happy with the time? Obviously the kick at the end being lacking stinks, but the elements are always a tricky variable. And it never works out that you're going downhill with the wind behind you, I don't know how, but it just always seems to go the other way!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/13 06:04 PM
The time was fine for me for the first run of the year, but I would have liked to break 27, and if I had looked at my watch and seen how close I was, I might have found an extra kick.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/13 08:24 PM
Good job!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 03:29 PM
BBB! It's that time of year, we laced up the football cleats and ran a practice yesterday. First game is next weekend, championship day is the day after the big Chicago race...not sure I'll be worth anything then though.
Sprinting in football cleats...ick. But hey, we could use some bulk on the line if you're free on Sunday afternoons
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 04:17 PM
I will be out on the May 18th race.
That is the weekend of Susan's daughters graduation, so I will be in Fort Worth. I am glad to be there for Katie, but wish it was another weekend.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 04:33 PM
Aww, unfortunate, but I understand. Gotta keep her happy, and she's definitely worth it! I'm sure they'll appreciate your presence as much as you'll be glad to be there.
Another time, another race. Besides, each year older you get, the better chance I have of being able to keep up with you!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 04:37 PM
Actually, the older I get, the more likely I am to win by simple attrition!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 04:55 PM
In your age group, sure, but these races aren't timed or done by age group anyway! Well, you can time yourself, and you can request a time if you're competing to qualify for the world's toughest race, but I never expect to have to consider something that challenging.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 05:26 PM
The thing I like about that race is just the challenge and the way its presented. Completion of the race is its own worthy goal.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 05:51 PM
Indeed it is. I was looking at the Missouri options, out of curiosity, thinking of a centralized location for some of us nut-jobs. They're running in St. Louis and KC on consecutive weekends in September, unfortunately I'm on a work trip right in the middle of both of them so don't think the schedule would work out well for me.
Maybe a 2014 Epic reunion event?? Friday night get together, Saturday morning race, Saturday night party (which may mean drinks with straws so we can stay laying on the floor...)? I bet if we're close enough to Jen, we can drag her out to join us!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 06:11 PM
Jen's not afraid of mud, that's for sure! But we will have to get permission from Karen (her trainer) first! But any kind of race is good with me!
I think a neutral ground race is a great idea! KC and St Louis are good locations!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/13 06:30 PM
Hey, Karen can come too! It'll be fun. And with at least another year of healing time, she'll be the one we're trying to keep pace with.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/13 08:18 PM
If you pick one in KC or STL in 2014, I will be there.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/13 08:27 PM
When they post the 2014 schedule, we'll jump on it! And through it, and crawl under it.
Nobody has any heart conditions that would be adversely impacted by an electric shock, right?? Mani's scared of water, but we'll work around that. The rest is just mud, some fire, general insanity. Nothing special.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/13 08:45 PM
<<<< Scared of the electric shock!!!!
And I'm not scared of water, I just can't swim! There's a difference. Can I bring my floaties?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/13 08:59 PM
I will bring you pink floaties. With glitter.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/13 09:11 PM
Tip: Don't get shocked and it won't be a problem. Problem? Good luck avoiding it.
Let her jump, the dudes in scuba gear will drag her out if they don't see her surface. It'll be all dramatic and cool!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/13 09:16 PM
Mani remainds of a friend of mine that is afraid of flying. He insists is not afraid of flying...He is just afraid of crashing!
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 12:44 PM
Let her jump, the dudes in scuba gear will drag her out if they don't see her surface. It'll be all dramatic and cool!
How high is this jump? It sounds scary to me if it is deep enough for guys in scuba gear to possibly have to save me.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 12:53 PM
Tip: Don't get shocked and it won't be a problem. Problem? Good luck avoiding it.
Let her jump, the dudes in scuba gear will drag her out if they don't see her surface. It'll be all dramatic and cool!
Ok so now mani is a chick and and you are telling her to jump the dudes in scuba gear?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 01:15 PM
The platform you jump from is probably 20-25 feet in most cases, but every course is different so you can't really be sure until standing on it. The water is probably around 10 feet deep, I know I didn't touch the bottom.
Just think of Louie Anderson! If he could do a "back flip" off the platform in that Splash show (I regrettably flipped past it last night, caught him in the most terrifying outfit ever, and had to watch him flop), anyone can!
And yes BBB, I'm pretty sure she's just concerned she'll drown. But it won't happen!
I could see her clinging to the scuba dudes and dragging them down with her though
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 01:23 PM
It sounds way worse than it is. The jump is actually one of my favorite parts! Except in the race that we had to wear BDU's and boots to be in the competitive division of the race. All that carp gets heavy when its wet.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 02:21 PM
Just think of Louie Anderson! If he could do a "back flip" off the platform in that Splash show (I regrettably flipped past it last night, caught him in the most terrifying outfit ever, and had to watch him flop), anyone can!
Sadly I caught that as well...it was like a train wreck. I couldnt not watch.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 02:33 PM
Louie provides a valuable service. Who doesn't feel better about themselves after seeing that?!?!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 02:38 PM
It sounds way worse than it is. The jump is actually one of my favorite parts!
And if it's hot and you're caked with mud (which makes you hotter and heavier!), getting a bath is very helpful!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 03:13 PM
Wurd!
Just dont ask whats in the water.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/13 03:20 PM
Yes. In all cases, keep your mouth closed in the water.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/13 03:01 PM
A co-worker of mine's husband ran a half-marathon yesterday, first he's ever done, first race since shortly after high school (10+ years ago), trained for 8 weeks with a 10k training plan, almost exclusively on a treadmill, showed up and it was 29 degrees with 15-20 mph wind, it sleeted a bit during the race and he still managed just under 1:43. I was jealous! Big tall lanky guy running faster than my 5k pace. Good for him and all, but grrrr!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/13 03:33 PM
HOLY CARP!! That's a sub 8:00 pace!!
Thats's just wrong dude....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/13 03:37 PM
I KNOW! He's 28, 5 months younger than me. I blame that for why he's faster. Darn kids!
Now he's like "Oh, I should run a 5k, I could probably win one!" Finished 38th of around 500, 5th in the male 20's age bracket, so pretty respectable. We had 4-5 people in the full marathon qualify for Boston 2014 though, so that was pretty neat!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/13 03:48 PM
The record for the OKC half is 1:08:06.
I think it will be safe from me this weekend.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/17/13 02:35 PM
Posted By: chenin
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/17/13 03:11 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/17/13 04:14 PM
Yes, exactly. Ow indeed.
I responded with explicatives, such as "pooh", "Darn" and "oh heck".....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/20/13 01:49 PM
Does your shin look like a ball?? You should probably look into that.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/21/13 01:40 PM
Does your shin look like a ball?? You should probably look into that.
Well it did right after I hit it..... Swollen and blue!
Posted By: NotPerfect
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/13 12:49 PM
Sounds like a dumb thing to try if you ask me.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/13 01:34 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/13 03:16 PM
Sounds like a dumb thing to try if you ask me.
Well sure, now it does!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/13 04:54 PM
In keeping with the spirit of this thread I did 27 pushups this morning. That's it. My armpits were burning and I stopped. I believe I may be somewhat out of shape....
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/13 05:04 PM
About once a week I do a few just to remind myself that yes, that really does still hurt my shoulder.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/23/13 08:10 PM
My armpits were burning and I stopped. I believe I may be somewhat out of shape....
Or maybe just quit using Atomic Balm for deodorant?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/24/13 06:29 PM
About once a week I do a few just to remind myself that yes, that really does still hurt my shoulder.
This! I do about 5 every week to check and see if my rotator cuff is healed yet. Nope. I ought to quit that.
Post-healing 2014 Pushup Challenge, here I come!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/24/13 07:58 PM
today was 145 pushups for tose that are still counting/doing them....
Same to you!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 01:26 PM
Its day 161!
Hello...?
anybody......?
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 01:40 PM
I ate a couple last night
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 02:13 PM
Nope, nobody! I'll do some tomorrow, not enough to matter though.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 02:23 PM
I ate a couple last night
Hannibal?
Is that you?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 02:28 PM
Nope, nobody! I'll do some tomorrow, not enough to matter though.
They all matter!
I am still doing the challenge with a friend here. It has made a real difference on him. Last year we did a Mudder and he barely finished. Had to lift him over all of the wall obstacles
or any thing that required him to lift himself off the ground. this year it has gotten him fired up! He is on 161 today, he is doing chinups and we are going to do a Tri together later this summer. Its been fun to watch his transition. I dont think he has lost as much weight or is as fast as you Matt, but its been a great transition.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 02:36 PM
some days it feels like I am pushing paper up hill for hours.
Does that count?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 02:39 PM
Chinups are a necessity if you want to be a man at those type of events. If you can't pull yourself over a wall, then you can't help push all the pretty girls up and over, thus there's no point in even going
This year they added a new type of wall, it's angled out about 45 degrees so you can't get a running start and use the wall to help climb up it. That relied entirely on being able to jump it or being lifted to the edge then pulling yourself up the rest of the way.
My bro-in-law did a 5k one on Sunday, he was it was disappointing after doing the big one with me. Just too short and easy
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 03:51 PM
I need a challenge.
Before reading this I actually dropped and did 10. Maybe I should do one more since it's the 11th of June and go from there??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 04:48 PM
My daily routine includes pushups, chinups, and running. Somedays include traditional weightlfting, some include racquetball, some cycling. I also still do the goofball stuff like swinging the sledgehammer and throwing tires.
I found a less expensive suspension training set up (similar to TRX) that I am looking into.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 04:51 PM
I need a challenge.
have some Pringles
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 06:02 PM
Its day 161!
Hello...?
anybody......?
Oh...yeah...Peepers BD...again.
Happy 161st BD, Peeps.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 06:14 PM
I need a challenge.
have some Pringles
I'm afraid to cut my tongue.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 06:20 PM
I need a challenge.
have some Pringles
Just eat them while you plank.....
and there ya go!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 07:53 PM
I need a challenge.
Have a baby and getting a jogging stroller.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/13 08:06 PM
::slaps Freak into next Sunday::
Oh heeyyylll no!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 01:49 PM
I need a fast way to heal a torn hamstring.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 01:53 PM
At our age BBB!, c'mon man!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 01:57 PM
I need a fast way to heal a torn hamstring.
Torn?!?!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 02:09 PM
Well, if I ever learned anything from South Park, you probably need stem cells. If they can make a Shakey's restaurant, they can make a new hamstring!
Seriously though, you know the answer and you don't like it I'm sure.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 02:14 PM
I need a fast way to heal a torn hamstring.
Hopefuly this will help
http://www.saveur.com/article/Techniques/Tying-a-Pork-Loin
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 07:44 PM
I just found out I bronze metaled at my 10k Saturday, in my age division! Too bad there were only four of us to begin with, but hey, it's the first time I've metaled at anything since high school.
It was a horrible run though, so if I had the metal, I'd just be disgusted by it. Even the t-shirt will probably never see the light of day again. It was my first 10k, and it was all on grass, which I wasn't expecting. Learning experience I guess, running cross-country style is not like riding a bike. Well, maybe it's like riding a bike on grass? I don't know.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 08:09 PM
Will they mail you the metal medal?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 08:28 PM
Are you mocking me?? It was clearly my subconscious refusing to admit that it was a piece of recognition, and only perceiving it as a chunk of metal.
I doubt they mail it, if they do, I'll melt it down, forge it into a ball and chain, and drag it around attached to my ankle!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 08:32 PM
Oh, you did it too?
No, I was mocking my own post. But I can mock yours as well if you'd like.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 08:37 PM
Just because your cat is bigger than mine doesn't mean you get to mock me.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 08:38 PM
::stares::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 08:47 PM
::Kicks you in the chin with your own leg::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/13 08:50 PM
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 12:54 PM
That might increase the risk of shin splints...I wouldn't do it.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 01:07 PM
Good thing cats are stretching experts.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 01:16 PM
I ran my first 10K on Saturday the 8th, and I didn't come close to a medal, but I was very happy with my time, and I felt good through the whole run. I just wanted to be under 60 min, and ran in 56:21. I think the winnner in my age group ran it in 42 something. When guys 55 and over run in 42 minutes, they should have to give a urine sample.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 01:45 PM
When guys 55 and over run in 42 minutes, they should have to give a urine sample.
This needed a spew warning!
But I totally agree.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 02:09 PM
Brain, I hate to say it, but most of the 10K's I'm in, the winner of the 55-59 Div is in 42-43 range. I'm 55:00-56:00 range usually myself. There are a lot of fast Old fahrts out there.
Matt, good job whether you like it or not.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 02:14 PM
I was around 55:10, but I expected a lot more from myself. I don't know that it could've gone worse, unless I hurt myself!
It was good motivation at the gym on Sunday, but I'm paying for that still! I think it was the Arnold presses that did me in. Ouch!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 02:29 PM
I did those on Saturday after the race. They will wake up the pecs nicely. I like to mix them up with Dumbbell rows. Good isolators but you can still use a fair amount of weight.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 02:56 PM
It was bench/rows, dumbbell bench on the floor/dumbbell rows, (3 sets of 10 reps) five rows/five presses repeated 5 times consecutively. 3 sets of 10 Arnold's, then 3 sets of curls until exhaustion.
Don't go to the gym with someone far more fit than you, it's depressing when you look like a wuss!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 03:01 PM
Brain, I hate to say it, but most of the 10K's I'm in, the winner of the 55-59 Div is in 42-43 range. I'm 55:00-56:00 range usually myself. There are a lot of fast Old fahrts out there.
Matt, good job whether you like it or not.
They must know how to turn on the gas
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 03:11 PM
Did somebody call?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 03:32 PM
It was bench/rows, dumbbell bench on the floor/dumbbell rows, (3 sets of 10 reps) five rows/five presses repeated 5 times consecutively. 3 sets of 10 Arnold's, then 3 sets of curls until exhaustion.
Don't go to the gym with someone far more fit than you, it's depressing when you look like a wuss!
I just had to find stuff to do that didnt involve my hamstring.
Bench press/lat pulls, Arnold press/dumbell rows, Incline press/pull overs, cable cross overs/cable rows. 4x10 on everything.
As per usual, I got the quesstion while I was doing the dumbbell rows..."Sir, can we ask how old you are?" (16-18 year olds asking)
Standard answer: I'm so old, I died last year!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 03:44 PM
Were you using one of them as your dumbbell?? I'd guess the gym doesn't carry weights heavy enough for you!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 04:28 PM
Most people do not use enough weight on dumbbell rows.
We have enough for me. I use 110 lb dumbbells for rows. If you use straps or good gloves you can do more. You just have to concentrate on using your lats and not your arms. It will make you really good at starting lawn mowers...and then throwing them.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 04:53 PM
I practice those when walking my dogs, LOL.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 05:02 PM
Lunge pooper-scooping?? It's the next best thing to prancercising I suppose.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 05:19 PM
Husky rows!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 05:31 PM
They make great harnesses that can hold dogs in a comfortable way (such as to zip-line them over rivers?), you could hook them up, and hoist away!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 05:42 PM
We don't have enough rivers to make such an investment financially worthwile. Plus, my dogs can swim.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 06:23 PM
I think he meant for doing the "husky rows" Mani... but river information is always welcome.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 08:30 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 08:52 PM
Is it just me or is the husky still running!?!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 08:53 PM
Without the caption, it looks a little odd. Apparently this dog is scared of water, so this is how he gets her over the river. And to make it better, she doggie paddles in the air while going over it.
I guess even with the caption it's a bit odd.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/13 08:57 PM
I guess its no odder than being attacked by your own foot and biting your leg.....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/13 03:49 PM
The look on her face is priceless... she is really focused on paddling the air so she stays above the water!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/13 04:11 PM
Hey, it worked for Wendy and Peter Pan!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/13 02:12 PM
Tougher and crazier than anything I'll ever do! For those of you that haven't had the pleasure of being in Iowa, or in other words, most you you besides Pup...we have an annual bike ride across the state called RAGBRAI. The route changes every year, starts on the west end of the state at the Missouri river, ends on the east end at the Mississippi. Usually around 400-450 miles, and goes for a week. There's a bit of a party atmosphere as towns host the bikers over night, supply food and places to camp, etc. There are the serious people, and the people that have a party bus that meets them each night and they get tanked!
Anywho, this guy is a cousin of my co-worker, and I'd love to see him succeed! I didn't see details for how to donate to him, but I'm going to have to seek it out.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/25/13 02:44 PM
Yeah, that's crazy, but it would probably be fun in really sick and twisted sort of way.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 02:28 PM
Was in for my weight day this morning, thought I was all healed up on Friday or so of last week after my rough weight day a week and a half ago...went to do my dumbbell bench and my left shoulder informed me that no, it's definitely not fine! It was incredibly weak, but not painful or anything, strange. I was going to do my Arnold presses with 25s, I couldn't even hold the weight up in front of me to start it! Even a 15 was a strain. I was disappointed!
On another note, August 24th I have a 2:30 start time at a Warrior Dash with my two brother-in-laws and some of their 20-22 year old friends! Should be a hot, interesting afternoon!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 02:48 PM
I would start looking at doing some shoulder specific, rehab type, exercises. You need to strengthen (gingerly) all aspects of the shoulder.
Three way (front, lateral and rear) dumbell raises.
Shoulder circles (light, maybe 10 lbs)
Adductors/Abductors use the cables or power bands if no cables available.
There are more if you want them.
NO MILITARY PRESSES! for now.
Stragey on the 20sometings.... take them to the back of the wave and tell them you will be right back....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 03:06 PM
How about you just come train me? That would be all-around more productive for me!
Only two of the five of us are runners, but in a 5k with 20 obstacles...running is pretty much irrelevant. They'll be racing, so it won't be a group effort. I'm planning on suggesting road beers during the 2 hour drive to the event...I'll offer to DD of course
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 03:12 PM
How about you just come train me? That would be all-around more productive for me!
)
He may be to busy with the professional horseshoe pitching thing going on.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 03:15 PM
How about you just come train me? That would be all-around more productive for me!
)
He may be to busy with the professional horseshoe pitching thing going on.
I'm working on throwing more "junk". My slider is coming along nicely!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 03:17 PM
How about you just come train me? That would be all-around more productive for me!
Only two of the five of us are runners, but in a 5k with 20 obstacles...running is pretty much irrelevant. They'll be racing, so it won't be a group effort. I'm planning on suggesting road beers during the 2 hour drive to the event...I'll offer to DD of course
Few things in life are more satisfying than kicking the carp out of someone 10 or 15 years younger than you....
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 08:43 PM
Last night I saw a video of some pro football players playing a game they called "Danney Ball" that involved heaving a 10lb medicine ball back and forth over a volleyball net. It looked like an incredible workout. Given all the bumps and bruises I had after playing regular volleyball with the kids on vacation, I think I will skip Danney Ball....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 09:03 PM
Tossing it back and forth....no big deal.
But spiking it......!??! Now that would be impressive!
Are you ready for the HHH?
I'm still vasilating on it. I've already got so many races this summer.... I know about 6 people that are going to do it and all of you will never let me hear the end of it if I dont.
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 09:08 PM
Hmmmmmm, let's see:
TJ
Happy
Pup
BBB1
There will most definiely be beer at the end of this ride.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/26/13 09:14 PM
From here :
4 more.....at least!
its the other 2000 crazies that has me concerned.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/28/13 02:50 PM
It is only going to be 103 in Wichita Falls today, but that hot breeze coming out of the dessert will dry you out!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/28/13 03:34 PM
I heard a clip from one of those night show people about the heat in/near Death Valley...they said something about the women around that area being at least 40% plastic...and with that heat...it could get dangerous.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/28/13 09:42 PM
Well, the specialist says I have neuromas in my feet (I tried to clarify and ask if he didn't actually mean aroma). Something goofy with the nerves that go to my toes.
Inserts with cushion in the balls of my feet may work, otherwise a one-time steroid shot to each foot that
may fix the issue, or may just cause tendon damage. Last option, surgery to remove the offending nerves.
That, or dill with it!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/01/13 02:24 PM
Given those options...dilling with it is probably the best one.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/01/13 02:55 PM
Matt, look at Morton's Neuroma on the internet. Its fairly common in runners. There are lots of tips out there on how to help deal with it, if it that is what they think you have.
Also, when it somes to sticking needles in or slicing things up, I might want to ask for a second opinion....just in case.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/08/13 05:07 PM
Yes, I definitely have some research to do on the topic to figure out what's recommended. I see no reason to seek any of the more extreme treatments at this point, it doesn't bother me enough to be worth the cost/danger of it.
What I'd really like is to find out a way to ease up the sweating during the summer runs! It was 82 this morning (humidity very high) and I had to cut it short and only did 3.5 miles (time constraints, freaking hot, and I wasn't feeling it) and in that time I dropped 3.3 pounds, mostly from my forehead I'm pretty sure!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/08/13 05:21 PM
I'm kinda use to running in the heat (actually enjoy it), but I hydrate the heck out of my body. Water and gatorade both. Its just a daily ritual with me. In the low 90's I'm good for about 10 miles. In the 100's I stick with 5K's. I'll do longer rides on the bike, but I carry water with me and top every 20 miles for a water break, to reload the water on the bike and stretch for about 5 mminutes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/08/13 06:09 PM
I'll take 40 over 80 any day.
I might go slower, but I can stay alive a lot longer!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/08/13 06:56 PM
I do my best around 55-60 F
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/13 09:25 PM
According to Facebook, Oklahoma City is the 8th fittest city in the country! It is based on the number of fitness realted sites, mentions and app uses in each city.
Virginia Beach was number one.
The Dance City - Oakland CA
The Yoga City - Austin TX
The Runner City - OKC OK
The Swimmer City - Tucson AZ
The Crossfit City El Paso TX
The Health Club City - Wichita KS
The Marathon City - San Diego CA
The Biking City - Minneapolis MN
The Triathlon City Grand Rapids MI
The Weight Loss City - Livingston NJ
The Adventurous City - Chicago IL
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/13 09:31 PM
Oklahoma City ranks as the 23rd fittest city in America in a list published in the March issue of Men's Fitness magazine.
Five years ago, Oklahoma City ranked No. 8 on the magazine's fattest cities list.
http://newsok.com/oklahoma-city-now-on-list-of-fittest-american-cities/article/3652824Who moved away?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/13 09:43 PM
Actually it was only a few guys, but they were really big!
The mayor did start an program about that time. Sort of a city wide "Biggest Loser" sort of thing. Its been pretty successful.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/09/13 09:52 PM
The Adventurous City - Chicago IL
Yeah, I'd say a trip to the South Side is fairly adventurous these days.
Posted By: CheshireAliCat
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/13 01:39 PM
I'm only a few towns away from Livingston, and I have a question - does Weight loss City mean we had the most people who used to be overweight? Sounds kind of silly to me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/10/13 01:54 PM
I think it means they had the most posts about weight loss and used the most weight loss apps. Not sure how scientific FB's study was.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/22/13 02:00 PM
Got steamrolled during football yesterday, his knee connected right above my kneecap (thankfully they didn't hit I guess), and I pretty much got his shoulder in my face. On the bright side, no cosmetic damage
. My leg got pretty swollen and it looked like I had two kneecaps for a while. Got pretty stiff and couldn't bend it very well last night.
Ice, elevation, yada yada. I can walk on it alright today, stairs are still slow though. Neck's pretty stiff, so I'm hoping that wears off in the next couple of days! Last game of the year, I guess it's better than happening at the beginning, but it definitely interrupted my running this week, or for a few days at least
.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/22/13 02:48 PM
Yeeouch!
When you had the swelling, was it just above the kneecap? If it hits just right, you can get some patellar displacement and stress the origin of that ligament. If that happened, its not a huge deal. It will heal just fine as long as you give it the chance. So I'd go easy on the knee for now if it were me.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/22/13 03:06 PM
As I look at it, it's above the patella and to the right. The bump of swelling didn't reach to the kneecap itself, but around the edges of the patella it's a bit tender. It does appear to be firmly in place, but that doesn't mean it is.
I didn't run today, won't be tomorrow. Thursday I'll be back hopefully, and will have to be back for volleyball at least!
And we got slaughtered in the game, but me being injured played no part in that!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 01:39 PM
http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/255/naq.gifTrainer kitteh says "You're not going down far enough! Let me show you."
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 01:46 PM
LOL!! Our cat does this..every morning!
She thinks pushups are a great game!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 01:58 PM
Awww look at his little mittens!! SQUEE!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 02:01 PM
Sure! All manly men wear mittens!
Oh....you meant the cat.
::hides hands::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 02:05 PM
Your mittens are pretty too, B.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 02:14 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 02:23 PM
Thanks!
::Licks paw and cleans face::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 03:00 PM
Thanks, but I already took a shower.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 03:05 PM
Thanks, but I already
took a shower rolled on a dead fish and am quite happy with how I smell.
Fixed.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 03:11 PM
!!
Just call me Manimal the Siberian Husky.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 06:07 PM
Thanks, but I already
took a shower rolled on a dead fish and am quite happy with how I smell.
Toss my bunny's head for me--PLEEZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Fixed.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 09:19 PM
!!
I know I still have that fish picture somewhere... I don't have one of the bunny head they found out in the park tho.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 09:22 PM
Freak's got a froofy cheerleader to encourage him, BBB's got a feline personal trainer trying to push him further.
Mani, well, Mani is one with her pets.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 09:27 PM
<<< FISH!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 09:27 PM
Froofy tries to lick my mouth and stick her tongue up my nose. I have to get my push ups and planks in after breakfast when she goes back to bed.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/31/13 09:34 PM
Like I said. Typical cheerleader.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 01:10 PM
Go Spartans!
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 03:18 PM
I initiated a push up challenge with the gals here at work. Today will be our first day.
Gotta get these peeps motivated!!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 03:56 PM
Like I said. Typical cheerleader.
Hmmm...wouldn't know. Never dated a cheerleader. Hard to believe, right? Who could resisit??
Anyway, do cheerleaders typically poop under the kitchen table? That's what little Froofy did yesterday morning.
Oh and planks this morning? She thought it was time to play ball. Kind of hard planking on one elbow and tossing the ball down the hall.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 03:58 PM
That sounds fun.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 04:16 PM
Kind of hard planking on one elbow and tossing the ball down the hall.
Prolly should have switched to side planks?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 04:21 PM
Kind of hard planking on one elbow and tossing the ball down the hall.
Prolly should have switched to side planks?
LOL--it was 5 a.m. and I didn't think about that. Good idea--I need to practice those 'cuz my max is 2 minutes and then I'm hurting! Actually, I was skimming through FB on the Kindle and Froofy kept bouncing her ball off the screen.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 04:25 PM
I initiated a push up challenge with the gals here at work. Today will be our first day.
Gotta get these peeps motivated!!
We did this here and I'm not entirely displeased so far. 6 started. 4 are still doing pushups, 1 has started the C25K in addition to the pushups and 1 has gone full tilt runner, cycling and stair climber. He's lost about 40lbs this year!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 04:28 PM
[quote=Matt_B]
Anyway, do cheerleaders typically poop under the kitchen table?
If wait til the morning after and yell real loud they will sometimes. Depends on what all they ate, how much they drink and if they passed out under the table...that sort of thing.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 04:30 PM
Hmmm...wouldn't know. Never dated a cheerleader. Hard to believe, right? Who could resisit??
Shocking! There's still time...
Anyway, do cheerleaders typically poop under the kitchen table? That's what little Froofy did yesterday morning.
She was displeased. Angry cheerleaders do crazy things!
Oh and planks this morning? She thought it was time to play ball. Kind of hard planking on one elbow and tossing the ball down the hall.
She's helping you get more dynamic in your motions! Stop being so ungrateful!
Posted By: thomasj
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 04:41 PM
do cheerleaders typically poop under the kitchen table?
That sounds fun.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 04:59 PM
do cheerleaders typically poop under the kitchen table?
That sounds fun.
I ain't cleaning hers up.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/01/13 05:19 PM
I initiated a push up challenge with the gals here at work. Today will be our first day.
Gotta get these peeps motivated!!
We did this here and I'm not entirely displeased so far. 6 started. 4 are still doing pushups, 1 has started the C25K in addition to the pushups and 1 has gone full tilt runner, cycling and stair climber. He's lost about 40lbs this year!
Sa-WEET!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 02:16 PM
Yesterday I got to experience a race from the other side of things, working the packet-pickup table at a sprint tri and it was pretty fun! Weather was awesome, I wish I'd had more time and could've done another shift somewhere on the course.
My boss is one of the organizers, and of course a participant. Apparently the bike course was extra hilly, and the whole run was on the same course that gets used for the college cross-country races that're done there, so it wasn't quite what most of the regular racers are used to. She was the second woman overall, finishing in 1:18.22, about a minute behind the top woman, who was 34 (18 years younger). Was really neat to see all the different types of people come out for it. But no, I have no interest in trying something like this.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 02:21 PM
Careful Matt! I foolishly uttered a similar phrase once.....
Two bicycles, three helmets, two suits, 4 pairs of shorts and who knows how many pairs of shoes later.....
Well, you get the idea.
But do what I do. Blame Jen.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 02:41 PM
I don't think there's much risk. I really don't like swimming, and I haven't touched or owned a bike in 10+ years. Plus, opportunities around here to compete in stuff like that are pretty limited, and I can't afford to buy the gear or travel with it! Maybe if I switch to a bank job
On the other hand, last night I was reading about a short racing series close to home that's happening in Sept. and Oct. Literally, short races. Mile, 2k, 3k distances. I'm not available to do them all, but would like to give a mile race a chance! If I can do a 7:00 first mile during a 5k, I can probably put together a pretty quick single mile. I'm curious to see how I'd do, to say the least. And participation is pretty durn cheap!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 04:47 PM
I like the idea! But I like the opprtuninty to explore different disciplines. It keeps fitness fresh and fun. I also think that training for different disciplines helps to keep repetitive use injuries down.
I will never be as good as I could at a single sport or discipline, but I stay interested in staying fit and dont get bored.
Or as I sometimes say, "I am at the high end of mediocrity"
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 06:30 PM
This is day 197.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 07:09 PM
I've been on an even 200 for a while now. Soon, I will have to bump it up.
(Those are in sets of 50, my shoulders are happier there.
)
Posted By: GenerousLife
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 07:26 PM
I thought this was one of those bra color challenges. I was impressed that there were 151 pages of comments.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 07:29 PM
it switched at page 148
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 07:51 PM
We could change it to that and do another 150 pages no problem I'm sure!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/05/13 09:17 PM
As far as men go, I suppose we are trying to avoid being bra challenged!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 03:31 PM
Moobs are a terrible thing, but pretty common after 65, just sayin'.....
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 04:24 PM
Bro challenge?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 04:43 PM
There just might be a bro-down!
Posted By: Pup
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 04:43 PM
I know BBB1, and I don't think he was thinking of moobs when he stated that we men try to avoid being bra challenged...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 06:00 PM
I stand four square in favor of non-moobiness! I think we should take all prudent actions that would prevent an outbreak of moobs!
But neither do I believe that we should discriminate against those that are moob impaired or even those that choose and embrace their moobiness (poor b@satrds). Moobs could well become the next big issue in the political arena or in civil rights!
Or you can just do the pushups...whatever.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 08:34 PM
So you are guaranteeing I won't get moobs if I do the pushups?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 09:01 PM
Yes I am!
But I also have guaranteed that green men from mars would land on earth if twinkies came back. So......
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/07/13 09:30 PM
Yes I am!
But I also have guaranteed that green men from mars would land on earth if twinkies came back. So......
And there is that flying car guarantee.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/07/13 02:27 PM
I know there are races from this weekend to talk about, I suppose it could be left in the weight watchers thread, but this one looked lonely!
No race for me, but I did mile repeats Saturday to see how I'd hold up. A hard mile followed by a quarter mile jog. Did four of em, since I had to be at work by 8:30, but that was plenty for me. 7:18, 7:28, 7:11, and 7:26. I'm feeling relatively confident that my race on Sunday will go well. Should be right around 50 (better than when I did it last year and it was low 30s!), so my goal time of as close to 21:00 as I can get isn't looking too out of reach. Biggest obstacle will be the 15,000 other people, but most of those will be walkers and behind me anyway.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/07/13 02:32 PM
Start at the front of the pack!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/07/13 02:47 PM
I always do. I can be near first for about 30 seconds of the race, best placement I can ever hope for!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/07/13 02:58 PM
No race for me this weekend. I'm just focusing on my first half 4 weeks from now. So, yesterday, I ran 13.1 just to see if I could, without collapsing into a bag of bones. As it turns out, I can. The only thing that hurts today is a minor ache in my Achilles, and that's from the treadmill Friday. Now I just need to speed up.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/07/13 03:42 PM
Start at the front of the pack!
No kidding. Did 3.5 Saturday and could only average 8:31. You should do well, young man.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/07/13 03:54 PM
You know, you'd have gone way faster if you didn't stop to change to a different pair of shoes every half mile! I understand though, you need to actually run in each pair at some point.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 10/07/13 04:20 PM
In my defense last week I did dig out a pair of auxiliary Kayanos I had in inventory
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/23/13 09:58 PM
Any interest in doing the Pushup Challenge (or a Situp/Crunches Challenge) for 2014?
I am lacking in motivation and overabundant in baked goods this week and not feeling good about it. I need something to shake me out of my rut starting 1/1.
Posted By: mtngrrl
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/23/13 10:24 PM
I'll do the Pushup Challenge with you! I started it last year but ended up having abdominal surgery midway through and had to stop for quite a while. (Though it helped me heal faster!) So I was already thinking I wanted to start up again 1/1.
A crunch challenge might be good, too, though I think I would have a hard time just starting at 1.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/23/13 11:09 PM
Why not!?! 3 years in a row!
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 02:22 PM
I'd love to do it too! How does this challenge work?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 02:38 PM
You start with one pushup on 1/1/14 and end up with 365 in one day by year end.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 02:52 PM
I could use something to do. And I don't think I can do it with miles and running...so yeah!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 04:13 PM
To add...I think it is also allowable to at least begin these pushups (or intermitantly) do them from an angle (like on a counter top) if need be for shoulder issues and such.
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 04:18 PM
I'll try it. But I think I'll do sit ups too! My stomach really needs it!
I'm sure I'll only be doing "girl" pushups, I don't have that strength yet!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 04:37 PM
Girl pushups are acceptable for girls or anyone that has never done them. 5-2-go, try planks. They are an ab strengthening powerhouse. I also do an abwheel. But I only recommend that if yo uhave pretty good core strength already. All of those (including the pushups) will add to core srength. But for those looking for the "6 pack", that's all about what you eat. As we use to say, "Abs are created in the kitchen".
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 04:42 PM
What are planks?
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 04:48 PM
This challenge will go great with my diet plan for '14. I have a serious sugar addiction so as of January 1st, I plan on cutting out sweets/sodas. I won't actively avoid sugar itself like I did for the Daniel Fast I did last year, but I just won't eat desserts and stuff like that. I'm one of those that just can't have one every now and then. It's all or nothing baby!
Posted By: mtngrrl
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 05:01 PM
Here's a good demonstration of planks:
http://www.wikihow.com/Perform-the-Plank-ExerciseAlso, for building up strength, I really like doing full pushups at an angle--a wall or a counter, and just moving lower and lower. It builds up better than doing them on the floor on your knees. Eventually one day you just try a full pushup on the floor and realize you can do it! I joined the challenge in 2012, and had NEVER EVER in my life been able to do a full pushup. But using planks and the counter method, I was able to get to full pushups within a couple months. And as I already said, it made a TREMENDOUS difference later that year when I had to have surgery.
My 2cents
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 05:10 PM
I will try planks! Thanks for the link!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 05:27 PM
Planks are very effective. Do the side planks show in the link above, too. You can also make it tougher by lifting one leg and moving it out to the side several times. That's good for the lower back.
I'll give the pushup challenge a try, at least until my shoulders start barking at me again. I've read a number of articles on how to do pushups without making your rotator cuff ache. It seems keeping your elbows in is the key.
Posted By: BjK
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 05:45 PM
I will gladly accept this challenge! I agree that the plank/side plank are very effective core strengthing exercises so I will commit to doing these every day. I also have a sweet tooth so I need to cut out the candy/sugar that I'm tempted by everyday at work and have better willpower! It's hard these days with all the Christmas goodies, so it's good this Challenge starts in Jan!
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 05:52 PM
Do we need to create a private FB page for progress photos?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/24/13 06:24 PM
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/26/13 04:16 PM
Well yeah! If they're like the ones BBB posts... not of himself of course, just fit women wearing no clothes!
New fitness stuff for Christmas provides new motivation, for a little while at least.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/26/13 04:49 PM
Just buy new shoes every month...that helps with motivation.
I haven't seen the schedule for the new year, but I'm hoping they continue to offer Insanity at the Y.
Posted By: chenin
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/26/13 06:19 PM
Has anyone tried Shaun T's new T-25 workouts? I think I want to get that. I have Insanity and P90, but those take up alot of time. When I'm busy I think I could still set aside 25 minutes.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/26/13 11:56 PM
We have a FB group that's still titled 2012 Pushup Challenge.
I'm game to get back into the game. Now that I'm done with my MBA, I need to get my CrossFit schedule back!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 03:07 PM
Yeah, if you go back far enough, you will find blackmail worthy photos on the 2012 Pushup Challenge page.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 05:02 PM
I bought new shoes yesterday...two pairs. However, it was not very enjoyable. On a "fun" scale of 1-10 I'd rate the 90 minute ordeal a "4." I was buying new work shoes. It was a chore...unlike buying fitness shoes. Go figure....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 05:59 PM
::Scratches head::
Work shoes? You actually spend money on those?
Who knew!?!?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 08:24 PM
LOL--no kidding. It was hard parting with $$ for work shoes...not so hard with running shoes.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 09:00 PM
Yeah, if you go back far enough, you will find blackmail worthy photos on the 2012 Pushup Challenge page.
Hey now, you don't have to go bringing
those up again, do you?
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 09:06 PM
People give me shoes. (work shoes).
I can't tell you the last time I bought a pair.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 10:24 PM
People give me shoes. (work shoes).
I can't tell you the last time I bought a pair.
Yeah, but you just wear boots, a head band and cute little bodice sort of thing.....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 10:26 PM
Yeah, if you go back far enough, you will find blackmail worthy photos on the 2012 Pushup Challenge page.
Hey now, you don't have to go bringing
those up again, do you?
Hey Boaty, you could blackmail other people with those pics of you! Remember the scorpion pushup pic? 10kindsofawesome!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/30/13 11:07 PM
Yeah, if you go back far enough, you will find blackmail worthy photos on the 2012 Pushup Challenge page.
Hey now, you don't have to go bringing
those up again, do you?
Hey Boaty, you could blackmail other people with those pics of you! Remember the scorpion pushup pic? 10kindsofawesome!
And the naked selfies?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/13 02:28 PM
Hey you cant prove those were naked! It takes photographic evidence to be able to prove.......
Nevermind.
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/13 03:05 PM
The only naked selfies I saw were of bare feet with blisters or bruised toenails.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/13 05:35 PM
Okay, I'm done.... 365 freakin pushups!
6 sets of 50, one set of 30, one set of 35. Fartnigle! My shoulders are pooped!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/13 05:41 PM
WAY TO GO!
I made it up to the 200 mark, but then trying to squeeze them in throughout the day became a pain. It was easier in my old office at the end of the deserted hallway...no one ever came to see me then (except once and that elicited a "What are you doing?!?" question), but my new office has cubes outside of them and it's not something I can do without drawing attention.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/13 07:27 PM
Yeah, my employees were like "Ummm... Whatcha doin?"
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 02:18 PM
2014 Pushup Challenge - Are you in?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 02:28 PM
2014 Pushup Challenge - Are you in?
no, but thanks for asking
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 02:30 PM
I am in. Convinced my wife and son to join me. They have each set a goal of getting to their respective ages in daily pushups. I am hoping to complete the challenge this year. I let them know that their goals were awesome and that anything beyond the goal is gravy.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 02:59 PM
Gosh, in Pales' case...365 would be the easiest choice given the choice between age and # of days.
Im in...if my shoulder will cooperate. grrrrr
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 03:20 PM
Not to quote Superbad, but I'm in!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 04:00 PM
I'm in! Glad I have company!
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 04:12 PM
I'll have to stick to my curls, bench (floor really, i have no bench) presses....my shoulder just won't allow push ups.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 04:21 PM
Well, I already failed. Missed the first day. Darn, might as well give up.
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 04:31 PM
I'm in...also doing planks. Did 5 pushups yesterday just to start the year off right.
So Matt, I did yours for you. You can still do this!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 05:06 PM
Well, I already failed. Missed the first day. Darn, might as well give up.
Suck it up cupcake...do double today! I'm in...doing push ups and some form of sit up/crunch...for a while anyway. I think I made it 3 months last time before saying ENOUGH!
Yes...there is a FB Group...it's not totally exclusive to BOL though, some members added friends/family that wanted in as well.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 05:12 PM
::Dramatic yawn::
I'm tired though. Had to run entirely too early to accommodate a 7:30 dentist appt. Sucky!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 05:14 PM
I'll give it a shot, until my shoulder starts keeping me awake at night again. I skipped yesterday, because it was a Federal Holiday, but I did 50 this morning (but not all at once).
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 05:31 PM
I did 20 pushups, 20 crunches, and 5 (90 second) planks to start off the year yesterday and today. I'm going to keep doing that until day 20 and then start increasing by 1 per day until I can't do anymore.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 05:57 PM
^^^overachievers.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 06:19 PM
50 yesterday, 50 this morning. I'll probably stick with 50 till we get to Feb.
Had a race yesterday and ran lousy. Almost a min off of my normal training pace, forget my race pace. Went for a short ride last night, but it was too blanckety-blank cold and windy. Also, my Garmin went south on me and I have to get a new one.
On the upside, I suppose, I am hyper motivated to speed up before my first tri sprint of the year. (next month)
And I get to buy a newer Garmin.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 07:24 PM
I'm presuming this sprint tri is indoors?
Posted By: BjK
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 09:06 PM
I'm planning to do (at least) 2 min of front plank, 1 min side plank (each side), and the pilates 100 for 365 days! 1 down 364 to go!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/14 10:07 PM
I'm presuming this sprint tri is indoors?
You iz presumming korektly!
Although my friend Eric did almost talk me into the Polar Plunge 5K on New Years Day.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 04:01 PM
Yeah, if you go back far enough, you will find blackmail worthy photos on the 2012 Pushup Challenge page.
Hey now, you don't have to go bringing
those up again, do you?
Hey Boaty, you could blackmail other people with those pics of you! Remember the scorpion pushup pic? 10kindsofawesome!
And the naked selfies?
Scorpion push ups yes!!! Nekkid pics...
you go first, Freak.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 04:04 PM
I don't feel the need to more than 100 push ups again so I'm sticking with crunches x 2. I prolly did at least 30-40 push ups on the TRX straps yesterday anyway. My arm pits are even sore.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 04:36 PM
Ok, we're looking for volunteers for a pit rub!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 04:51 PM
Ok, we're looking for volunteers for a pit rub!
Good Lord I'd need hand sanitizer and rubber gloves. That's almost as bad as eating unwashed fruit.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 05:00 PM
For a gag xmas gift, I gave one of my friends a bottle of hand sanitizer that had two guys in an office shaking hands, and above one was a thought bubble that said "What if he just touched his genitals!"
Come on Freak, you can play mortician for all manor of dead critters, but you won't touch some sore pits?? I'm sure they're more or less clean.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 05:07 PM
I'm just odd that way. Foot rub? Ew.
And thanks for the brain worm, Matt. There are already a lack of used paper towels in the men's second floor bathroom
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 05:57 PM
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 06:36 PM
You've just runied me.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 06:51 PM
And not to add to the concernes of the OCD among you, but do you really thik that the people that load the toilet paper dispensers are really sumitted to health scans or even checked by the health department to see if they wash their hands? :carzy:
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 07:07 PM
That's why I do not use the restroom at work. Well, except to pee....and wash my hands.....
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/03/14 07:20 PM
That's why I do not use the restroom at work. Well, except to pee....and wash my hands.....
you that the person who used the sink before you did the same?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/14 04:04 PM
Posted By: trout22
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/14 04:17 PM
I'm in but with a modification - I started at 20 pushups daily, then will add two each week. Crunches, dips, etc. on a similar plan. So far so good!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/14 04:17 PM
Happy birthday Mulberry!
So far so good for me, but it's still early. I'm still able to do real push ups in 1 set! Haven't had to switch to girl pushups yet!
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/14 04:26 PM
I'm still in but had to modify my pushups since my shoulders were hurting from planking. I might start working in some crunches too. We can do this!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/14 06:49 PM
Thanks #12!
Hooray for people sticking with it. We can do this!!!
I'm still doing 20 pushups and 20 crunches and 5 (90 second) planks per day until we get to January 20th, then I'm going to start adding 1 pushup/1 crunch/1 second daily.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/14 01:33 PM
Still in. So is Mrs. PP.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/14 02:21 PM
I'm adding one pushup a week instead of one each day. So by the end of the year I will (hopefully) be able to do 52 pushups.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/14 02:31 PM
If you haven't done any yet, you can do 55 today to catch up
Posted By: JWills, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/14 02:32 PM
I am doing the 30 day plank challenge. Up to day 6 so far.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/14 04:39 PM
Modifying is great! Anything to keep going!
My trainer wanted me to do 60 burpees yesterday.
Uhhhhh....NO!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/14 04:55 PM
Did my 50 as soon as my feet hit the floor. Its my rule for me. It gets them done and wakes me up. It also gives the cat something to do as she likes to get on my back while I do them.
Weird cat.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/10/14 04:57 PM
Dogs stole my fan again today.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 05:04 PM
Its day 17 people!! Toes and nose to the floor!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 05:29 PM
I did mine! I've forgotten 2-3 days already though.
I make up for it the next day by doing that day's and 2x the number for the day I missed as punishment. I'll either learn, or get stronger, maybe both.
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 05:49 PM
I'm still in! Haven't done them yet today though. I usually remember right before I go to bed.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 05:50 PM
We may have to resort to pushup pics again!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 06:53 PM
I'm still hanging in there too! It various tho on what time of day I do them.
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 07:24 PM
I do them around 2:30 in the afternoon in my office to get me focused again.
Posted By: mtngrrl
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 07:53 PM
I've been doing odd day pushups (no catch-ups). Up til now I've been doing full floor pushups, but I think after 20 I'm going to have to do some of them on the counter. My muscles aren't building up as quickly as the numbers! [missing BOL bicep curl icon]
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 08:14 PM
Monday, Wednesday, Friday - a buttload of burpees and walking pushups in Insanity. Tuesday, Thursday - multiple rounds of inclined chest presses.
The weekend will be traditional pushups.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 09:00 PM
^^^ is why Baby got no baby fat!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 09:29 PM
HA! There are handles and a chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream belly
I quickly did my pushups for today while no one was outside my office. Maybe I should close my door and shut my blinds.
No...people will talk ["I don't even want to know what he is doing in there!"]
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 09:34 PM
I love the look on my employees faces when I do pushups in my office.
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/17/14 10:48 PM
The window in my office that looks out into the hallway is about waist high so I do it below that so no one can see me. I did them behind my desk last week and my co-worker thought I passed out because all she could see were my feet sticking out!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/21/14 02:17 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/21/14 02:24 PM
I'm still doing girly pushups, but am doing 4 each workout this week for week #4 of the year.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/21/14 02:45 PM
Forgetting is starting to get a bit annoying. Not that doing 41 today is much worse than 20 yesterday and 21 today...but at some point I probably need to try harder to remember!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/21/14 03:06 PM
Thats why I do them as I get out of bed. There are some days I'm lucky to remember my name, much less pushups. Thus the habit of just hitting the floor and getting them done. Plus its highly entertaining for the dogs and cat.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/21/14 07:04 PM
I forgot to do them Saturday and Sunday. Did burpee pushups yesterday. I'll try to squeeze in my past due pushups before the end of day.
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 02:52 PM
I'm still doing girly ones too!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 02:57 PM
Same! 4 today for week #4.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 04:01 PM
I took my new (Brooks) Glycerin 11s for a run this morning. (the blue and silver version, for Freak's benefit) I'm not sure how I feel about them yet. I got persuaded to try them, and told them they should work better for me than the Ghosts, but change is hard, and my feet were a little sore by the end, mostly on the outer edges. Might have to get used to it, or might not be able to. I hate new shoes, for that reason.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 04:02 PM
I missed a day or two, but on the days I remember, I've been doing 50, waiting for the calendar to catch up.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 06:37 PM
I hate new shoes, for that reason.
Bite your tongue!
The Insanity instructor was informing the class the importance of wearing proper footwear. He said cross training shoes would be a better choice than running shoes.
All I heard was "permission to buy new shooz!"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 06:39 PM
When I was doing PT, my feet would sometimes hurt because I was doing all these balancing/stabilization exercises in running shoes. So I'll second your instructor's recommendation, Freak.
Permission to buy shooz, granted.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 06:55 PM
When I was doing PT, my feet would sometimes hurt because I was doing all these balancing/stabilization exercises in running shoes. So I'll second your instructor's recommendation, Freak.
Permission to buy shooz, granted.
SWOON!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 07:05 PM
I took my new (Brooks) Glycerin 11s for a run this morning. (the blue and silver version, for Freak's benefit) I'm not sure how I feel about them yet. I got persuaded to try them, and told them they should work better for me than the Ghosts, but change is hard, and my feet were a little sore by the end, mostly on the outer edges. Might have to get used to it, or might not be able to. I hate new shoes, for that reason.
I love my Brooks Pureflow2's!! They dont last very long (200 miles) but they are great! I cant wait to try a pair of the Pureflow3's!!
But for running in cold and on snow, nothing beats my Hoka's!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 07:05 PM
When I was doing PT, my feet would sometimes hurt because I was doing all these balancing/stabilization exercises in running shoes. So I'll second your instructor's recommendation, Freak.
Permission to buy shooz, granted.
SWOON! My PT and I also endorse this recommendation.
New SHOOZ for EVERYONE!!!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 07:06 PM
I'm missing more days than I'm doing pushups....but I am able to do 10 "real" ones in a row now. I need to get with the program.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 10:30 PM
10 for real pushups isnt bad for someone that claims to have no upper body strength.
I'm on a shoe buying hiatus for a while. I actually have 3 unopened boxes sitting in the back of the closet, waiting for something else to wear out. And I had to downloan an app to keep up with the miles on each pair. You are addicted to soda, I'm addicted to shoes.
I'm still at 50 a day on the pushups. THis year I think I will stick with sets of no more than 50 once get past that threshold. My shoulders have taken a beating the last couple of years with the the longer sets. All the swimming is actually making the shoulders feel better.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/22/14 10:49 PM
I love my Brooks Pureflow2's!! They dont last very long (200 miles) but they are great! I cant wait to try a pair of the Pureflow3's!!
But for running in cold and on snow, nothing beats my Hoka's!
I tried on some Pureflows too actually. If I were the type to have specific "race shoes", I'd try them out. Crazy light. I needs me support and cushion though, for the pushin' you see. The dang Mortons demands I try at least a little bit to get the feet to cooperate.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 02:48 PM
I've still got a pair GTS's in the line up too. I really like them. Haven't run in the Glycerines though. But over all I'm really happy with Brooks. I find the sizes to be really consistant. I'm a 10 in every shoe the make.
I also like the new Adidas Energy Boosts. I havent liked an Adidas shoe in years, but these are really nice!
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 03:54 PM
Recently, all my running shoes have come from TJ Maxx or Marshall's (where they've had some nice bargains)
I have a pair of PureFlow (probably Mod 1) that I've only run 3 times in. More cushioning than I'm used to, but not bad.
Also from TJ's and Marshall's; I have an embarrassing number of pairs of Merrells, which I do love. Mostly Trail Gloves, one pair of Flux Gloves. I'm intrigued by the Vapor Glove, maybe I'll see that on sale sometime.
Most unusual shoe I run in (although not in winter) isn't really a shoe at all; Xero running sandals.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 04:45 PM
I saw the Xero's when I was in Denver (they are based in Boulder as I recall). I was intrigued, but they a little too minimal for me. I am a natural heel striker and can only to minimal shoes for shorter runs on a soft natural surface. I use my 5 fingers for those types of runs.
Seems like they designed after the foot ware that the Tarahumara indians wear....but I might be wrong on that.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 05:07 PM
^^ That'd be my assumption as well BBB. There've been quite a few running sandals I've seen in various places over the past year.
I'm not curious enough to try it out, but I am curious!
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 05:28 PM
BBB, if you're a heel striker, I understand completely. I'm not a heel-striker, so I don't have the same issue.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 06:13 PM
Ed, we saw a lot of people in last years OKC Marathon running in various forms of minimals and two guys running completely barefoot. Both were strong, forefoot runners.
I can run forefoot for shrter periods and it does force me into more foot speed. But I really have to concentrate in order to do it.
The ones that really amaze me are the few people that I see that are complete toe runners. I mean "Lon Chaney in the Wolfman" toe runners!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 06:24 PM
There's a woman who runs in my subdivision, and... no lie, all on the toes and she kicks her feet up behind her. She also doesn't pump her arms, so the end result is a woman trotting like a horse.
She's clearly in shape though, so it must be working for her!
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 06:46 PM
Does she ever "break stride"? (Sorry, standardbred humor that only horse racing degenerates like me will get.)
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 06:54 PM
A running version of Prancercise?
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 07:03 PM
A running version of Prancercise?
Ha Ha. I was at a Pose running clinic where one of the coaches said, If you think it's Prancercise, you're watching the wrong videos.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 07:47 PM
For how good she looks, I may just start.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 08:00 PM
Creeper...following around good looking female runners. Sheesh, at least don't publicly announce it!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 08:04 PM
I see her when I'm walking the dogs.
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 08:05 PM
Of course.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 08:06 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 08:38 PM
Creeper...following around good looking female runners. Sheesh, at least don't publicly announce it!
Also, dont offer her a medal....JS.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/23/14 09:03 PM
Does she ever "break stride"? (Sorry, standardbred humor that only horse racing degenerates like me will get.)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 03:30 PM
For those that have considered the "try your pushups with a pounding headache experiment", no need too. I did it this morning and cannot recommend it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 03:33 PM
But you did 'em anyway, because you're a man!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 04:43 PM
Does she ever "break stride"? (Sorry, standardbred humor that only horse racing degenerates like me will get.)
Made me laugh!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 04:44 PM
I did 30 pushups last night...still only 10 real ones. I'm not doing them every day though, maybe 2-3 times a week.
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 04:51 PM
I managed 15 girly pushups this morning.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 05:12 PM
But you did 'em anyway, because you're a man!
Yeah, a real dumb man.
Well done ladies. Just keep doing anf the next thing you know...you will be doing them!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 06:58 PM
Still doing my pushups daily! Doing crunches too.
I also started back working with a trainer 1 day per week in addition to my continuing physical therapy on my knee. The amazing part is that my trainer appt. is weekly at 6am. YIKES! That's VERY early for me, but I'm finding that I kind of like getting my workout in very early before work.
My new gym (nationwide) is running a 12 week long contest from January 28th through April 30th. Largest percentage of weight lost wins $50,000.00. 1 female and 1 male finalist from each location win smaller prizes. I'm entering! Wish me luck!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 07:02 PM
Good Luck!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 07:36 PM
My new gym (nationwide) is running a 12 week long contest from January 28th through April 30th. Largest percentage of weight lost wins $50,000.00. 1 female and 1 male finalist from each location win smaller prizes. I'm entering! Wish me luck!
If it's the gym I'm thinking of, I know last year's winner.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 09:18 PM
If it's the gym I'm thinking of, I know last year's winner.
Oh, wow, was it XSport Fitness? I think the last winner was from the Piper's Alley location in Chicago. Congratulate your friend for me if that's her!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 09:25 PM
By "know" I think Mani means "Follows around, all stalkeryish in hopes that she can catch the person alone and...give her a medal?"
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/24/14 09:29 PM
HEY! No.
Actually it's not XSport, but wow another winner from Chicago?? I'm so proud.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/29/14 09:14 PM
Day 29!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Did my pushups and crunches first thing in the morning for a change. Good way to wake up.
Keep going, we're *almost* 1/12th of the way through the 2014 challenge!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/29/14 09:15 PM
< Did 5 girly pushups today.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/29/14 09:21 PM
I did my 29 before this morning's run. Much easier than yesterday's 55 from missing Monday's
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/29/14 09:21 PM
Yayyy manimal!!! I registered for (and weighed in, and took my "before" picture) my Get Fit Challenge last night. I'm super motivated and feeling good. I'll be coming to you guys for encouragement over the rough spots (probably frequently) forthe next 89 days!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/29/14 09:22 PM
I did my 29 before this morning's run. Much easier than yesterday's 55 from missing Monday's
Well done, Matt!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/29/14 10:20 PM
I did kittty pushups this morning.
Thats where the cat jumps from the bed to your back and rides up and down while you do your pushups.
I'm glad we dont have a Tibetan Mastiff!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 02:06 PM
I made a goal to run at least 365 miles this year - mile each day. I am on mile # 38.5 for the month of January!
Baby steps.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 02:10 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 02:11 PM
I made a goal to run at least 365 miles this year - mile each day. I am on mile # 38.5 for the month of January!
Baby steps.
That's a pretty awesome goal!
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 02:19 PM
What a cool idea QCL!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 03:14 PM
And in the crazy cold weather too QCL! I don't know how y'all get out in that kind of weather.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 04:15 PM
Liver that's awesome!!!!
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 04:30 PM
And in the crazy cold weather too QCL! I don't know how y'all get out in that kind of weather.
I don't. I am running on the dreadmill or on an indoor track. Look for the miles to increase as the temperature does.
Last night at the track I was surrounded by 100s of high school cheerleaders who were there for some competition and standing on the track. And then here come the runners. I remember those cheer days. But being part of the runner pack was cool too.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 08:10 PM
I had the strangest dream the other night... I was running a half marathon (HAHAHAHA like that would ever happen) and we were on the same course as full marathoners, we just veered off in different directions at certain points. Those points weren't always clear, which made choosing left or right somewhat difficult at times.
Anyways, what makes this dream strange? The entire course was INSIDE someone's house. A really big house, sure, but really, brain? Where did that come from?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 08:48 PM
I had the strangest dream the other night... I was running a half marathon (HAHAHAHA like that would ever happen) and we were on the same course as full marathoners, we just veered off in different directions at certain points. Those points weren't always clear, which made choosing left or right somewhat difficult at times.
Anyways, what makes this dream strange? The entire course was INSIDE someone's house. A really big house, sure, but really, brain? Where did that come from?
The not being able to determine left or right stems from not being able to determine something else Hmmm what can that be.
Running inside someones house shows that you need to buy new running shoes
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 08:49 PM
He may be onto something, mani
Or it could mean you too feel trapped indoors by snow.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 09:12 PM
'K, that made me laugh. And people think I'm weird. I Googled your dream and it means you need to vacuum more. You're falling behind in your wifely duties and the sense of guilt is overbearing; you can't run away from it.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 09:23 PM
I had the strangest dream the other night... I was running a half marathon (HAHAHAHA like that would ever happen) and we were on the same course as full marathoners, we just veered off in different directions at certain points. Those points weren't always clear, which made choosing left or right somewhat difficult at times.
Anyways, what makes this dream strange? The entire course was INSIDE someone's house. A really big house, sure, but really, brain? Where did that come from?
Similar scenario to a hunt (werewolf) that was done inside someone's humongous warehouse...with all sorts of levels and trapped doors, etc...and prizes, if you could snag them. I can't remember what series that is...but it was a race...indoors!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 09:26 PM
'K, that made me laugh. And people think I'm weird. I Googled your dream and it means you need to vacuum more. You're falling behind in your wifely duties and the sense of guilt is overbearing; you can't run away from it.
How much did the hubs pay you to post that?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/30/14 10:07 PM
I had the strangest dream the other night... I was running a half marathon (HAHAHAHA like that would ever happen) and we were on the same course as full marathoners, we just veered off in different directions at certain points. Those points weren't always clear, which made choosing left or right somewhat difficult at times.
Anyways, what makes this dream strange? The entire course was INSIDE someone's house. A really big house, sure, but really, brain? Where did that come from?
Cool! Where do we sign up!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 06:12 PM
Did my 31 this morning before I forgot.
Full planche push ups. That's how I roll....
'K...maybe not. I do not think I will be attempting these in my office ["What the he!! are you knocking over in there!?!"]
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 06:16 PM
Who is Blanche and why is she doing pushups in your office?
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 06:26 PM
I did 30 girly pushups this morning. Had to split them into 2 sets of 15, but hey - they still count, right?
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 06:39 PM
They all count.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 06:43 PM
Who is Blanche and why is she doing pushups in your office?
Knowing Freak, I'd have to assume he's talking about the one from Golden Girls.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 07:11 PM
I did 30 girly pushups this morning. Had to split them into 2 sets of 15, but hey - they still count, right?
Kudo's to you for doing any kind of pushups at the moment! [removed subjective commentary]
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 07:35 PM
Who is Blanche and why is she doing pushups in your office?
Knowing Freak, I'd have to assume he's talking about the one from Golden Girls.
Mmmm...Blanche Devereaux.....
Oh wait...she's dead....
Now things just got weird....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 07:51 PM
Well...actually...you do have this affinity for dead things!
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/31/14 07:51 PM
Maybe Blanche DuBois - she may be more your type...
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/01/14 06:21 PM
Did my 32 this morning. Had to split into 2 sets with a breather in between.
I bought myself something new. Ok, it's not shoes so the guys won't be excited about it haha. It's a "Polar Loop FT60" Fitness training watch/heart rate sensor that straps around your chest thingamajig. The gym had a big sale through yesterday and my trainer highly recommended this. You can set it up to give you goals and track all your info for you. I love it. I did my 24 hour "assessment" and it shows your high and low heart rate, average, calories burned, zones you were in (cardio, fat burn, etc.), and a zillion more bells and whistles. This is my "ok, it's February, keep motivated, keep going!" gift to myself. I think I need to read the instruction manual in full (instead of skimming) to understand all the features.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/14 03:56 PM
Oooohhh...a watch! I do get excited for watches. Probably have at least 30 if I did a full inventory. I've been considering replacing my Nike+. I'd like something with an altimeter that I can use for hiking. The Nike always assumes that I'm running.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/14 06:57 PM
<<<---can't wear watches.
Life's not fair.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/14 08:33 PM
wear a clock around your neck, Joker Flav!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/14 09:03 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/03/14 09:03 PM
Yeah booooooyyyy!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 04:37 PM
My watch isn't working!!!
Unless, of course, I *actually* burned 942 calories during my 40 minute (very moderate) workout last night. Sigh. I guess I'll be returning my Polar FT watch for a replacement. It's also showed my heart rate (at rest, here at my desk) as 999 this morning several times. It also randomly keeps beeping although I have no alarms set. GRRRRRR. I'm cursed. Now I just need to locate the receipt in my purse full of paper.
It's the 2014 "everything I buy isn't quite right" curse I guess. My phone is acting funny, and the refurbished Surface I bought was dead on arrival when I received it... had to return that. I ordered a book for my niece from Amazon and it arrived all shrink wrapped in the box but when I opened it, the cover was torn in half! CRAZY!
Did my 35 pushups this morning on the wall cuz my shoulder was so sore from doing seated rows last night. Ugh.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 04:43 PM
My Dad and I both collect watches of all kinds. For workouts I have an Ironman, A touchscreen Casio and a Garmin 310xt (my fave). The 310 is the only one that I could find that is completely waterproof and is actually made for triathlons. It is hideously large and obnoxiously orange. So its perfect!
I'm still learning about using my heartrate as a training tool. I've always been pace oriented. But I see some value in the heartrate training.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 04:57 PM
my heart rate (at rest, here at my desk) as 999 this morning
Perhaps you are a hummingbird.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 05:01 PM
my heart rate (at rest, here at my desk) as 999 this morning
Perhaps you are a hummingbird.
Its not upside down is it?!?!::holds up a cross::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 06:19 PM
ETA: I split my push-ups in half. On odd days, I find getting that 1/2 push-up just right interesting.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 06:36 PM
Actually 1/2 pushups are a valid form of workout. Try doing 10 bottom half pushups (from the ground to halfway up), 10 top half pushups (From full, straight arms to half way down) and 10 full pushups all with out stopping. Then work up from there.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 06:44 PM
Thanks...you just made me dizzy.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/04/14 08:41 PM
You iz welcome!! Fun, aint it!?!?
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 12:35 PM
Thanks...you just made me dizzydizzier.
Fixed for accuracy.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 01:48 PM
Can't argue that one PP.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 08:41 PM
my heart rate (at rest, here at my desk) as 999 this morning
Perhaps you are a hummingbird.
Its not upside down is it?!?!::holds up a cross::
Great suggestions, but... As far as I know, I am not a hummingbird nor the Anti-Christ.
Hahaha.
Don't worry about my heart rate being too high, though, cuz now it's flashing 0's. So this afternoon, I'm dead, apparently. It's a little cheap entertainment to glance at my malfunctioning watch while fielding questions from Examiners (the bank is crawling with them - 4 exams at once started this week: Safety & Soundness, IT, BSA, and Trust. CRA and Compliance and something else later in the month. Ugh.
Off to the gym as soon as I can escape the bank tonight to exchange the watch, program the new one, and work out.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 08:42 PM
Actually 1/2 pushups are a valid form of workout. Try doing 10 bottom half pushups (from the ground to halfway up), 10 top half pushups (From full, straight arms to half way down) and 10 full pushups all with out stopping. Then work up from there.
Pretty sure I'd fall flat on my face if I tried this! This morning, my trainer had me walking backwards on the treadmill and then sort of skipping/galloping sideways on the treadmill. I was pretty sure I was going to wipe out but I didn't!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 08:44 PM
Mberry, you are sounding more and more like a zombie.
Rule #1 everyone....CARDIO!!
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 09:03 PM
Pretty sure I'd fall flat on my face if I tried this! This morning, my trainer had me walking backwards on the treadmill and then sort of skipping/galloping sideways on the treadmill. I was pretty sure I was going to wipe out but I didn't!
Is your trainer the choreographer for OK Go!?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 09:25 PM
Have done the skipping/galloping sideways in PT...it didn't help my issue, but it was interesting!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 10:02 PM
I'm not sure what my trainer is, but she's a riot; she'd probably make a good choreographer. On Day 1 when I met her she looked over my self-evaluation and said, "hmmm, knee injury, so lots of running and jumping then!" She has a good sense of humor and makes me laugh.
She likes to tell me, "Different is not always scary!" in response to the odd looks I give her when she tells me to skip or gallop or turn around backward on a machine or whatnot. Hahaha. I'm not so much scared, I just think she's a bit of a goof.
To see if my heart rate is too high, she often says, "tell me a story" (to see if I can still talk, I guess) and so I enjoy telling her short anecdotes about my insane coworkers and/or Examiners. Then I get to laughing too hard and can't breathe. Who says fitness training at 6am can't be fun!?!?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 10:03 PM
Mberry, you are sounding more and more like a zombie.
Mmmmm brains (staggers around slowly).
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/05/14 10:10 PM
I'm not sure what my trainer is, but she's a riot; she'd probably make a good choreographer. On Day 1 when I met her she looked over my self-evaluation and said, "hmmm, knee injury, so lots of running and jumping then!" She has a good sense of humor and makes me laugh.
She likes to tell me, "Different is not always scary!" in response to the odd looks I give her when she tells me to skip or gallop or turn around backward on a machine or whatnot. Hahaha. I'm not so much scared, I just think she's a bit of a goof.
To see if my heart rate is too high, she often says, "tell me a story" (to see if I can still talk, I guess) and so I enjoy telling her short anecdotes about my insane coworkers and/or Examiners. Then I get to laughing too hard and can't breathe. Who says fitness training at 6am can't be fun!?!?
Is this the same trainer who recommended the 666 watch?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/06/14 10:10 PM
Is this the same trainer who recommended the 666 watch?
Why yes, yes it is! She's clearly the devil's spawn... the number of the beast!
Replaced the watch, now I just have to reprogram everything in. Much like Mani, I fell asleep on the couch last night at a ridiculously early time and was back at the bank at 7am for more examiner fun. Maybe tonight I can stay up past 8pm.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 02:06 PM
::high five::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 02:19 PM
38 diamond pushups, 50 regular pushups! Welcome to day 38 Heathens!!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 02:21 PM
Ya'll know too many variations of pushups.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 02:25 PM
Have you tried the Scorpion push-up?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 02:29 PM
I don't even know what ya'll are talking about...BUT, I did just drop and give 19 to the cause.
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 02:32 PM
Ya'll know too many variations of pushups.
Ya think?
Here's yesterday:
Wall-Supported Handstand push-ups: 7,6,5,5,5
Lever Push-ups (1 hand on the ground, the other on a med-ball arms length off to the side) 10L/10R, 10L/10R, 9L/9R, 9L/9R, 7L/7R
Finger-tip push-ups (from knees): 5, 5, 5
Yes, I'm familiar with scorpion push-ups, but I didn't do any yesterday.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 02:32 PM
Yup! I'm a fan! I also like medicine ball pushups!
Get a medicine ball (or a basketball) and put both your hands on the ball and do pushups! Simple!
You can also do a version where one hand is on the ball and th other is one the ground and you alternate which hand is on the ball.
Others -
traveling pushups
Dragon crawls
chest slap
clapping
fingertip
feet elevated
handstand
No need to get bored, try them all!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 03:43 PM
I was doing traveling pushups on the Bosu thing this morning. It burned a lot more than I expected! Start on the left side with both hands on the floor, move to right hand on the bosu, left on the floor, both on the bosu, left bosu right floor, both floor. Move back and forth, one complete circuit is 10 push-ups. Strain on the wrist a bit, but felt good!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 06:44 PM
Thats a good idea Matt. That forces all those acillary muscles to try to stabilze you. Should cause a burn pretty quick. I'll stand on the Bosu and do curls or military presses sometimes and it makes them way harder!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 07:01 PM
I stand on it for other exercises as well. It's great for your leg's stabilizing muscles and helps a lot if you're dealing with uneven terrain when running.
Everything is to make my running better!
Speaking of running, quick rant. Mostly born of jealousy. One of our maintenance guys is upper 40's, just started running in the last 9 months, and is up to doing 11 miles on the treadmill with a pace in the low 8's. He has cheap $40 shoes, wears cotton shirt/shorts, has a diet that I'm pretty sure is made of Natural Ice and goldfish, and is sporting a beer gut. It doesn't even make sense that he can do what he's doing! UGH! I just wish that worked for me. He's not a former star athlete who's returning or anything. Never ran before this past year! Not fair.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 07:32 PM
This is key!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 08:20 PM
The crackers of course, not the animal. Just to be clear. Don't want people thinking that eating the animals gives you special powers!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 08:22 PM
The crackers of course, not the animal. Just to be clear. Don't want people thinking that eating the animals gives you special powers!
Being that goldfish live in fresh water it is not like you don't wash it first.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 09:43 PM
I stand on it for other exercises as well. It's great for your leg's stabilizing muscles and helps a lot if you're dealing with uneven terrain when running.
Everything is to make my running better!
Speaking of running, quick rant. Mostly born of jealousy. One of our maintenance guys is upper 40's, just started running in the last 9 months, and is up to doing 11 miles on the treadmill with a pace in the low 8's. He has cheap $40 shoes, wears cotton shirt/shorts, has a diet that I'm pretty sure is made of Natural Ice and goldfish, and is sporting a beer gut. It doesn't even make sense that he can do what he's doing! UGH! I just wish that worked for me. He's not a former star athlete who's returning or anything. Never ran before this past year! Not fair.
Matt you can always console yourself as I do when faced with such situations...
1. Realize that you are running to improve your health and quality of life. Not to impress him or any one else
2. Be content with the gains that you make, however modest.
3. Smile when you realize that he is ugly and will never look as good as we do in running tights!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 09:49 PM
4. Do not watch for the 40 year old that will pass you. It is much more embarrassing when the 114 year old or the 9 year old passes you
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 10:08 PM
No joke Ed!! There have been two kids in our races lately that cannot possibly be older than 12 at the outside and the little buggers run like wounded deer! I wouldn't mind even that if werent for all the lauging and gigling while they're doing it!
They obviously have no respect for my physical superiority and just run right by me!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 10:13 PM
Did you throw a medal at them as they passed?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 10:16 PM
Did you throw a medal at them as they passed?
Two of them actually. If you tie them together just right, they work like South American bolos!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/07/14 10:19 PM
Be careful with them they may/may not be paying into your social security some day.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/14 02:53 PM
We're hitting the point in the year where skipping a day and making it up the next day should be punishment/motivation enough to make sure you do them every day. But since I had to do 81 this morning, it's clearly not working on me.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/14 03:14 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/14 06:53 PM
I'm staying ahead of the curve so far. Too bad we cant deposit our extras, I wouldnt have to do anymore pushups till around August.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/10/14 07:08 PM
When I forget to do mine, or only do the morning half...I'll just remember...BBB1 did extra...all's good!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/14 03:35 PM
Day 42 all you little heathens! Hit the floor and get some more!!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/14 04:23 PM
Done 21 earlier! Started to just go ahead and get it over with.
OH! Last night, for something different, I did them with hands on a foam roller...kinda interesting on the stability challenge..not hard, just different for sure.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/14 04:27 PM
Definitely going to work your core a bit more. Anything you can do to make 'em harder now will be good, and make you more prepared to do 300 later in the year!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/14 04:46 PM
Yeah...I used to do them with feeet on balance ball...I'm a little worried I might make my shoulder really mad if I do that, but may work at least some in that way later on in the year as I find a way to make them less boring.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/14 05:47 PM
Definitely going to work your core a bit more. Anything you can do to make 'em harder now will be good, and make you more prepared to do 300 later in the year!
Maybe thats what the new "300" movie will be about!?! Pushups!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/14 07:24 PM
I feel like I'm in a rut again. Running feels fine, no boredom there, but the doing the same leg exercises and have been ignoring upper body.... zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/11/14 10:23 PM
Crawl out of the rut! That alone should provide some upper body!
Pushups
Dips
Chins
get a punching bag
Use power bands
do walking lunges with dumbbells in you hands with your arms extended....
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 12:25 AM
do walking lunges with dumbbells in you hands with your arms extended....
OMG--that's what we have been doing in one of the blocks in Insanity (the instructor said we were on disc 5). Burpees...I really dislike burpees.....
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 04:26 PM
They only call them "burpees" because when they first came up them, they were called "Racked with pain" and nobody would do them.
Day 43 pushup peeps!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 04:30 PM
<<<---has done 30 of them.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 04:42 PM
Did them this morning to get them out of the way. Forgot to do them last weekend and had to play catch-up yesterday--that was a painful reminder
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 04:43 PM
Is it bad when your shoulder clicks with each pushup? Especially when you partially tore the rotator cuff this past fall?
Asking for a friend.
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 05:03 PM
It could be bad. It could also indicate bad form (shoulders not packed, elbows flared out). It could also mean you need to scale back the type of push-up to reduce the load.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 05:04 PM
If you don't like burpees, they are also called squat-thrusts by some...but that's a less fun name!
I hate when I get to the end of my workout, am wiped, then realize I either haven't started or still have some of my push-ups left to do. Not as much as realizing I forgot right before I go to bed though
PP - Can you understand morse code?? Maybe your friend's shoulder is trying to communicate?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 05:16 PM
or it could just be old age setting in.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 06:20 PM
Not as much as realizing I forgot right before I go to bed though
This is what I hate!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 06:24 PM
Or a cicada...PP could have a cicada in his shirt...a cicada produces a clicking sound as the tymbals buckle inwards....
Oooh...or a deathwatch beetle. Maybe it's deathwatch beetle. According to superstition, the sound they make is believed to forecast an approaching death. Oh...oh sorry about that, PP. Maybe you shouldn't be exercising
Sorry to be a Debbie Downer...maybe you should get your affairs in order...just sayin'......
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 06:27 PM
"maybe you should get your affairs in order"
Mrs PP may have an issue with that.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 06:28 PM
Freak...that's just mean!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 06:37 PM
Don't blame me--blame the beetle
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 06:47 PM
Never trust a quiet joint!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 06:49 PM
Never trust a quiet joint!
Capone?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 07:00 PM
Snoop.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 08:25 PM
Never trust a quiet joint!
Oh good then my shoulders knees and ankles are totally trustworthy cuz there are days I sound like freakin' bubble wrap.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 08:25 PM
or it could just be old age setting in.
You sound just like Mrs. PP.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 08:27 PM
It could be bad. It could also indicate bad form (shoulders not packed, elbows flared out). It could also mean you need to scale back the type of push-up to reduce the load.
And if you knew me you would know that my arms are pushing up quite the load.
Actually, along with the rotator cuff tear the imaging showed a subluxated and flattened biceps tendon so I am thinking that may be the source of the sound.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/12/14 08:32 PM
or it could just be old age setting in.
You sound just like Mrs. PP.
I would hope her voice is a few octaves higher
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/18/14 08:43 PM
Ok, all you BOL'er Pushup-Doer types: drop and give me 49!!!! Today is day 49 of the challenge. How are we doing? I did half of mine this morning, will do the other half tonight. It's starting to stress my shoulder so I may have to look for some modification (torn rotator cuff last year) to ease up the pressure on the shoulder.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/18/14 08:52 PM
I did 30 this morning...I, too, have to be careful of my shoulder, so I make sure to hold everything in close and so far, so good!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/18/14 09:34 PM
I get clicking and an occasional sharp shooting pain in my elbows during mine, but usually if I shift my hand position it goes away long enough for me to finish.
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/18/14 09:47 PM
I did 3 sets of 15 girly pushups this morning. I break them up with a minute or two of easy stretching.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/18/14 10:55 PM
I missed a few days while on vacation, but I'm back on track. I did 55 today, split in three sets.
I've had shoulder problems in the past, but I read that you should keep your hands directly under your chest and your elbows tight to your body. I haven't had any pain so far.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/19/14 02:44 PM
50 first thing this morning. Tomorrow is the big decision day. Do I push the shoulders to 51 in a set or do one set of 50 and one set of 1?
Let your concience be your guide.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/19/14 02:45 PM
I did 2 sets of 20 with about a minute or less in between. So later today or tonight will be a cake walk!
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/19/14 03:17 PM
3 sets of 15 and 1 set of 10 this morning. It just didn't seem right to only do 5 more.
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/19/14 03:31 PM
I did 30 girly ones this morning. Saving the rest for tonight.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/19/14 11:24 PM
If you did one (1) pushup and its one more than you did yesterday, then you've done well!
So 30 girly pushups is doing just fine!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 03:22 PM
So...I've been doing sets of 20 each....some back to back, some with space depending on schedule/time. I was thinking how many set's that would be towards year-end. I think I will definitely be planning an increase in sets...that could take all day long!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 06:32 PM
3 sets of 15 and 1 set of 10 this morning. It just didn't seem right to only do 5 more.
Sigh...it's sad when the pregnant chick is outdoing me!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 06:36 PM
3 sets of 15 and 1 set of 10 this morning. It just didn't seem right to only do 5 more.
Sigh...it's sad when the pregnant chick is outdoing me!
It would be amazing if a pregnant dude is outdoing you.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:03 PM
3 sets of 15 and 1 set of 10 this morning. It just didn't seem right to only do 5 more.
Sigh...it's sad when the pregnant chick is outdoing me!
Don't be too concerned, Jen...I mean really...how far can she actually lower herself at this point!
::runs out of thread::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:10 PM
Dont think of it as pushing yourself up. Think of it as pushing the earth down. It makes you feel a lot sronger!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:28 PM
<<<---60 pushdowns so far today...I'm trying to get ahead in case I'm a slacker over the weekend.
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:40 PM
3 sets of 15 and 1 set of 10 this morning. It just didn't seem right to only do 5 more.
Sigh...it's sad when the pregnant chick is outdoing me!
Don't be too concerned, Jen...I mean really...how far can she actually lower herself at this point!
::runs out of thread::
How awesome are her arms going to look by the time she delivers?!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:45 PM
Will definitely make carrying around the little bag o' sugar much easier!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:52 PM
Will definitely make carrying around the little bag o' sugar much easier!
Had to look that up the little bad of sugar remark,
For the younger folks Woody Guthrie is Arlos dad and Sara lee Guthries grandfather
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:54 PM
Who the who now?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:55 PM
Hush up old timer!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 07:57 PM
no wonder you did not know them as the music was record in far and distant land.
Jeff Tweedy produced Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion’s album, Wassaic Way, released in 2013. It was recorded in Chicago - Tweedy’s hometown - and garnered him a Grammy nomination as producer.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarah_Lee_Guthrie
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 08:00 PM
Never heard of them.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 08:03 PM
Sorry they do not play their music with the biebs
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 08:17 PM
What does that have to do with a bag of sugar? I just made that up...about the right size and sweet, right?
Oh Wait! Who knew? I didn't realize there were songs by that name with the same meaning! LOL!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 08:22 PM
What does that have to do with a bag of sugar? I just made that up...about the right size and sweet, right?
Oh Wait! Who knew? I didn't realize there were songs by that name with the same meaning! LOL!
You told Woody about that when he was a child?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 08:28 PM
That must be it, Ed. While I was rocking him in the rocking chair.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 09:20 PM
Rocking chair - noun - Southern American slang for the position in the center of a convoy of vehicles, ususally semi-tractor trailer rigs also known as "18 wheelers". (see Smokey and the Bandit)
Why were you carryinga bag of sugar in a convoy of trucks?
This is all just too confusing....... :
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Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 09:21 PM
BTW, the term for doing the pushups where you push the earth down is "Chuck Norris Pushups"".
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 09:23 PM
I knew Joker had been around a while, but did not know she could give Pale a run for his money.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/21/14 09:26 PM
Chances are I can outrun Pale, so yeah, I'd give him a run for his money.
BBB1, I might be utlizing a convoy to help me slip through with my load of sugar heading to my still.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/24/14 04:12 PM
" It was recorded in Chicago - Tweedy’s hometown"
Jeff Tweedy was born about 20 miles from where I'm sitting right now, and 250 miles from Chicago. Became famous around here with Wilco.
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 02:23 PM
3 sets of 15 and 1 set of 10 this morning. It just didn't seem right to only do 5 more.
Sigh...it's sad when the pregnant chick is outdoing me!
3 sets of 20 girly pushups this morning.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 02:54 PM
I have no idea how many I did at the trainer Tuesday night but well over 50. None were girly, they were all on a box. Each set I had to go down to the smaller box. By the end, I had to do 2 real ones on the ground with my hands under my elbows. I've never been able to do them like that.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 03:25 PM
Your hands under your elbow, or under your shoulder?
You see, I'm confrused because your elbows are a hinge and are not static...so I'm wondering how you stay underneath them.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 03:31 PM
Shoulders...Give me a break, I haven't had a full cup of coffee yet!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 03:33 PM
Why not? slacker!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 03:37 PM
I had hot tea at home...it doesn't pack the same punch. I finally caved and went and got a cup.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 04:35 PM
At least you didnt have to do them with your hands over your elbows!
Welcome to day 58! 60 pushups this morning and 30 seconds of burpees. :ick:
If all goes as planned, 1 mile swim at lunch and racquestball tonight.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 07:00 PM
How do ya'll find the time to do all that?
Oh wait. YOu don't have horses, dogs and a cat.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 08:23 PM
I have dogs.
But there's no way I could run/workout as much as I do if I still had horses.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 08:26 PM
Yeah, they are most time consuming. I still think I should seriously consider a cabana/barn boy.
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 08:33 PM
One that would go running with you.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 08:41 PM
Yeah, they are most time consuming. I still think I should seriously consider a cabana/barn boy.
You should get someone to take care of the horses as well.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 09:07 PM
One that would go running with you.
Yeah, he can chase me around if he wants too...if he's cute, I might even let him catch me!
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 09:27 PM
If he's that cute, let him run a few steps in front of you. Motivation!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/27/14 09:28 PM
Well.......that is exercise!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 02:16 PM
Excellent idea, Becca!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 02:45 PM
That reminds me of that photo of Ryan Reynolds at one of the major marathon races that was floating around... it said something like "I'd run after him for 26.2 miles!"
Probably pretty accurate too.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 04:51 PM
I don't get it.
<<<NOT a Ryan Reynolds fan at all.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 05:23 PM
That reminds me of that photo of
Ryan Reynolds Ranger at one of the major marathon races that was floating around... it said something like "I'd run after him for 26.2 miles!"
Probably pretty accurate too.
Fixed for Jen
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 05:40 PM
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:10 PM
Who is Ryan Reynolds?
And I'd totally follow behind Ranger any day.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:33 PM
even if he had gas?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:47 PM
Ryan Reynolds:
The Green Lantern
The Proposal
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
The Amityville Horror
Blade: Trinity
Van Wilder
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:52 PM
<<<---is a movie tard.
But I did just see a picture and, ommmm...no...he just doesn't do it for me.
and yes, Peeps...Ranger is just that freaking perfect!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:55 PM
You guys are impossible to please!!
Really? This?? Does nothing for you??
http://i2.cdnds.net/10/38/618x927/gs_big_one_ryan_reynolds_gallery_6.jpg
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:57 PM
Oh...and I need to qualify something...considering I'm a movie tard...NOT the Ranger that played the part in the movie...the Ranger that is in my head is perfect.
::runs off to look at the link mani has posted::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:58 PM
From the neck down? Sure. Bag please.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 06:59 PM
Who is Ranger?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 07:00 PM
OUCH Joker!
Ranger is a fictional character. They are much better than real life men.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 08:23 PM
From the neck down? Sure. Bag please.
Agreed...that beard makes him look worse.
mani...I know for a FACT you can come up with better motivation for me than that.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 08:24 PM
Ranger is a fictional character. They are much better than real life men.
Yep...I was all swoony over Trent by the end of last night. Cant really believe it, but its true.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 08:31 PM
I like Trent too. he's interesting.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 08:33 PM
mani...I know for a FACT you can come up with better motivation for me than that.
OH YAH.
::googles::
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 08:35 PM
I like Trent too. he's interesting.
Yes...interesting. Complex. Not some guy who I'd walk all over. Being insanely handsome and rich doesn't hurt.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 08:48 PM
Trent??
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 08:53 PM
Another fictional character.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:00 PM
Yeah. Only a fictional man would ever be able to actually make a woman happy. Bet he can read y'all's minds too.
So, pushups then? Right now it's just a bunch of drooling women with jaws dropped that need to be pushed back up!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:07 PM
Update: I couldn't convince Jen.
::does a pushup::
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:08 PM
Another fictional character.
So to sum it up girls/ladies/chicks... fantasize about fictional men and guys fantasize about real girls with no voice.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:13 PM
Ariel?
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:20 PM
for you?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:26 PM
Ah yes, fictional men..
The bain of the male existance. We haven't a chance no matter if created by a swooning female or a guy who has had enougn time to sit there and go "no, dont say that" 4 or 5 times before he writes it, we are doomed!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:29 PM
for you?
I prefer her with a voice. She actually can sing.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:38 PM
for you?
I prefer her with a voice. She actually can sing.
Chicks
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:41 PM
Aw, thanks, Ed!
Wait, you were talking about me? Right? Or... her? Wait.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:45 PM
for you?
I prefer her with a voice. She actually can sing.
Chicks Fish
Fixed
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 02/28/14 09:47 PM
!!!
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/03/14 05:30 PM
Being insanely handsome and rich doesn't hurt.
1 out of 3 ain't bad, right?
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/03/14 06:01 PM
Per Meatloaf, it's 2 out of 3!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/03/14 06:17 PM
::swoon::
Excellent album!
Posted By: Bobby Boucher
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/03/14 10:39 PM
I like meatloaf (and Meatloaf!)
Does that make it 2 out of 4? Is that close enough?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/04/14 03:17 PM
I haven't missed a push-up yet in my year-to-date count, but a word of caution, it's getting to the point that make-up days are starting to suck! I forgot Sunday, as usual, and yesterday only did 45, so this morning I had to do 141 to catch up. It was legs day, but the push-ups wore me out more than anything!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/04/14 04:16 PM
I like meatloaf (and Meatloaf!)
Does that make it 2 out of 4? Is that close enough?
It depends on a few other mitigating factors.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/04/14 05:41 PM
Most folks will not do anything for love!
Posted By: mtngrrl
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/04/14 05:56 PM
Yea, I won't do that.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/14 04:33 PM
Got January out of the way this morning. Still need to complete February and then a half dozen for March.
That's how I keep track of how many I have to do each day....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/14 06:16 PM
That's a good plan!
I did 20, then 26 and still have WAIT! I got ahead of myself again. I only have 19 left!
The following made me think of BBB1:
http://www.mensfitness.com/training/cardio/8-amazing-fat-burning-intervals?page=4
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/14 08:51 PM
3 sets of 25 girly pushups this morning. My left tricep twitched on and off until nearly noon.
Posted By: 3-2-Go
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/14 09:09 PM
Looks like I stay at two months. My shoulders don't like me anymore!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/06/14 10:32 PM
I just realized that I still have additional pushups to complete. But I am counting the ones I did in TRX today!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 01:47 PM
5-2 Go, I feel your pain...amazingly, my shoulders have held up so far, but my right wrist is giving me trouble on and off.
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 02:12 PM
No workout for me this morning.
I had to rescue my hubby's truck off the side of the road at 6am.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 02:13 PM
He okay?
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 02:19 PM
Yep. Throttle died. I towed it back to our house and the shop's tow truck picked it up from there. I wasn't brave enough to pull it through morning traffic in town to get to the shop.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 02:25 PM
I don't blame you..I detest towing in traffic. Especially these idiots around here!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 05:26 PM
Awesome! Yes, I like these sets. I cannot recommend a tire and sledge hammer enough! Everyone should have them! There are some days that the hammer and tire are the only thing that keep my employees alive!
Big tires are good for flipping, car tires are good for throwing!!
For you northern types, Splitting wood is just about as good and infinitely more satisfying!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 05:51 PM
I've been spending my strength training days doing Fitness Blender and Sugarpop Fitness videos. They have great 10-minute vids on YouTube that focus on upper body, core, and lower body. I just do one of each and boom! Got my workout for the day.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 06:51 PM
Ommmm...I was just going to ask if slinging an ax counted...but since I'm in the SOUTH, I guess it doesn't.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 06:57 PM
You've got the ax.
Pretty sure whatever you want goes.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 07:00 PM
Ommmm...I was just going to ask if slinging an ax counted...but since I'm in the SOUTH, I guess it doesn't.
Who is the intended victim? would be the first question in determining that.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 07:03 PM
Eenie, meenie, miney, mo.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 07:04 PM
What did Moe ever do to anyone??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/07/14 10:43 PM
What did Moe ever do to anyone??
Pokes peopl ein the eye, bonks them on the head, twists their nose......he has it coming.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/10/14 09:05 PM
Today is day 69!!! I was born in 1969. So that makes today my "golden pushup" day, right?
My old rotator cuff injury has reared its ugly head and made doing sets of more than 25 impossible. I do the first set "real" pushups, then two smaller sets later in the day with "modified" pushups per my trainer's strict advice. She likes the challenge though and is "encouraging" all her other victims... errr... I mean clients to do the pushup challenge along with us.
10 days until my knee surgery. 8 weeks after THAT, I can resume running and go back to training on the toboggan slide stairs in the forest preserve - yay. Come on May 15th!!! Man, I can't wait. I never thought I'd say this, but I really miss running (and being able to walk down/up stairs without pain will be a treat, too).
Knee gave out on me last night on my brother's icy driveway and I fell down (again). It's getting ridiculous. Hope the surgeon can fix the darn thing.
Posted By: Xian Ngyuen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/11/14 12:49 PM
Awesome! Yes, I like these sets. I cannot recommend a tire and sledge hammer enough! Everyone should have them! There are some days that the hammer and tire are the only thing that keep my employees alive!
Big tires are good for flipping, car tires are good for throwing!!
For you northern types, Splitting wood is just about as good and infinitely more satisfying!
+1 on splitting wood! I'm tempted to recommend that anyone wanting hit a tire with a sledge hammer first split a cord of wood to learn the technique. I watched a guy at a local gym flail away at a monster tire with no sense at all of what he was doing.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/11/14 01:12 PM
Tire and sledge seem like a good way to improve the drive of a golf ball increasing wrist speed.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/11/14 01:25 PM
not going to touch that one
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/11/14 02:06 PM
+1 on splitting wood! I'm tempted to recommend that anyone wanting hit a tire with a sledge hammer first split a cord of wood to learn the technique. I watched a guy at a local gym flail away at a monster tire with no sense at all of what he was doing.
Did he have a sledge in each hand, and was rapidly driving the tire into the cement floor?? If so, you may have actually been watching BBB during one of his workouts!
Posted By: #12
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/11/14 03:03 PM
I started doing my sets as Freak mentioned earlier. So I did January during the first set of commercials for the show I was watching, February on the next commercials, and March on the next. Thanks for the idea Freak, it really does make it easier to keep track, and doesn't seem so bad!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/17/14 08:21 PM
I'm a little bummed. I'm assuming this is push-up related. By now we are at over 70/day. I am having some tendon? issues on the insides of my wrists and more noticeable shoulder pains...on BOTH sides!
Left wrist is worst, although odd pains started in the center of the right one first.
Oddly, it doesn't actually bother me WHILE I'm doing the push-ups...but in particular, that area on the inside of the wrist ( literally the side, not the underneath), between the wrist bone and the last thumb joint (maybe?) that soft area? HURTS to touch/bend/move!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/14 07:37 PM
Ok guys please send good thoughts my way. Knee surgery tomorrow morning.
Joker, hope your pain subsides. Modify your pushups a bit, maybe?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/14 08:03 PM
::Waves hands and makes voodoo chanting noises::
Good luck! You'll be back to it and up to no good in no time, hopefully...but follow all the rules until then!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/14 08:10 PM
Good luck, Mulberry and thanks!
Actually, I think I know where the actual culprit lies. It's that large(st) muscle on the forearm...the same one that tends to be the evil culprit with tennis elbow (which I also have).
If that's the case, I think I can control that with pressure therapy.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/19/14 08:23 PM
Good luck Mulberry!!!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 02:37 PM
Good luck, Mulberry. 8 weeks until you're running again!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 02:43 PM
Good Luck Mulberry!!!
Joker, the make a device called "The Perfect Pushup". Its one of those hokey as seen on tv things, But it mght actually help your wrists. I have had the same issue and sometimes I can just adjust the position of may hands (both in relation to my shoulders and and as far as rotation is concerned), but sometimes I just have to use the TV gizmo. They are cheap and available in places liker Walgreens or Target.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 05:53 PM
I'll have to look for that, BBB1. I do adjust positions. I keep putting off a trip to Walgreens, so maybe this will get me there...if nothing else, I'm curious!
I really have come to the conclusion tho that it's probably not truly my wrists...that's just the symptom...it's coming from the big muscle on top of the forearm.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 06:06 PM
..it's coming from the big muscle on top of the forearm.
Popeye Syndrome. Have you been eating a lot of spinach?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 06:12 PM
I do eat spinach!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 06:20 PM
do you cook with olive oil?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 06:24 PM
Olive has her place...but I prefer to cook with Canola.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 07:19 PM
Is that Fabio's brother?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 07:32 PM
Good gosh I sure hope not!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 07:32 PM
but Fabio after he hit a seagull with his face on that rollercoaster would be cool
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 09:13 PM
I had a friend hit a seagull with his helmet on a motocycle trip we did in Northern CA once. EEEWWWWWWWWWW!
It took us an hour to clean up the mess and it dang near took him off the bike!
Didnt do the bird much good either...RIP Johnathan.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/20/14 10:06 PM
it's funny when it happens to Fabio though
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/14 04:28 PM
If the truth is known, we laughed pretty hard about Lance too!
Once were sure he wasnt dead and all that kind of stuff.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/21/14 04:58 PM
If the truth is known, we laughed pretty hard about Lance too!
Once were sure he wasnt dead and all that kind of stuff.
you ride with Lance Armstrong?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/25/14 02:00 PM
So I've taken to doing some of my push-ups on the stairs before going down and leaving for my morning workout. They're steep old house stairs, so I get a really nice workout from them. This morning my wife turned the corner and saw me there and sort of freaked out for a minute. (She has this thing where she associates unnatural human body positions with horror films and it creeps her out) I finished my set and was like "Yeah, I'd be a little scared too if I suddenly found out that I married a beast!"
She laughed, but I don't think it was because she thought I was being clever...
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/25/14 02:04 PM
Beast mode: pushup style
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/25/14 03:12 PM
Could be worse, She could've maried T-rex!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 03:21 PM
Got January out of the way this morning. Still need to complete February and then a half dozen for March.
That's how I keep track of how many I have to do each day....
Thanks for this tidbit...it is making my accounting so much simpler these days! I don't know WHY I didn't think of it myself.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 03:33 PM
I know I have to do 59 + today's date. Next month will be easy math knowing it's 90 + the date! This will work for May as well (except adding to 120), then gets back to uneven numbers in June (obviously). I'm doing sets of 25-30 generally, then knock off the remainder at the end. Not terribly time consuming yet, so long as I remember to do my Saturday and Sunday ones and don't have three days worth to do on Monday!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 03:36 PM
I'm think I'm going to be liking the month of February.
My desk calendar tells me what day it is and how many days in the year are left so during the week it wasn't a problem anyway, regardles of how many I did at a time...but this other way makes it MUCH easier on the weekends...assuming I don't forget, as Matt mentions.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 03:37 PM
I know I have to do 59 + today's date. Next month will be easy math knowing it's 90 + the date!
On April 1st you will need to do 90 + 412014.
Cool
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 04:30 PM
I'm an overachiever, what can I say?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 04:35 PM
I just look at my phone every morning and google the date. Its says what day of the year it is and I hit the floor. Today was 2 sets of 50.
I know its day 85, but if I'm going to do 2 sets anyway......
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 05:43 PM
Show off!
::runs upstairs to do March::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 05:49 PM
You dont know someone name d "March"...right?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 05:58 PM
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 07:16 PM
No more pushups for me until after the boy is born. I got put on bedrest last week.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 07:27 PM
MAN! Catchup on that many days is gonna really BITE!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 08:07 PM
I've done pushups in bed, it's totally possible!
I do not advise this for you. Get some dumbells and press them while in bed to keep up your strength
Or, watch a bunch of infomercials about various workout videos!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 09:39 PM
I've done pushups in bed, it's totally possible!
ummm....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/26/14 10:08 PM
Get your mind out of the gutter and go ride around on your tricycle!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/27/14 02:22 PM
Tricycle!
Tricycle!
I want to ride my tri-cy-cle,
I want to ride my trike!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 02:13 PM
Day 90 sports fans!! Hit the floor!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 02:19 PM
And if you're like me and did none yesterday, and only 25 on Saturday, today's going to be a rough one! Playing catch-up, I've still got another 40 to do to catch me up. But with 227 down, what's another 40?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 02:49 PM
Oh my GEEZ! Matt! You'll be doing them one-armed by year end at that rate!
I've done January so far today. I worked my hiney off this weekend...I'm tired.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 03:04 PM
Yeah, we'll see about that! The 2012 version I was there by the end, then I did next to nothing to keep them up in 2013, so I'm building back up again. I need the help burning anything extra to lean back up for bikini season!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 03:12 PM
I need the help burning anything extra to lean back up for bikini season!
::pm's Ed::
Looks like someone else is confused.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 03:17 PM
I could mean man-kini, or I could just mean that there are ladies running around in bikinis and I don't want to have to constantly be on guard that I might have to suck it in
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 03:17 PM
An added benefit I have noticed from the push-up challenge is when throwing bales of hay and toting 50 lb sacks of feed. They are MUCH easier now...I didn't realize how much strength I've lost when I wasn't looking!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 03:47 PM
You should squat those feed sacks too. With all the time you don't spend doing fun things, you could at least be bulking!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 04:00 PM
It sneaks off in the dark....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 06:56 PM
you could at least be bulking!
Matt...believe it or not, I bulk up WAY to easily!
It's not fair that we can't tell our body what to do and where to do it.
And BB, you are so right...it IS sneaky. Someone also once mentioned the fat fairy coming in the night and stealing their body...I believe this is true as well!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 07:01 PM
I wish bulking up was easier!
We're using different definitions for the same word though
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 07:04 PM
I did 31 for January yesterday, but overall I've been slacking
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 07:25 PM
I'm ahead so far, but it helps that I do pushups when I am frustrated or mad. Work is going to make me into a stud!
I havent gotten to do much in the way of travieling pushups this year though.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 07:37 PM
I wish bulking up was easier!
We're using different definitions for the same word though
No, I actually think we are talking about the same thing...I put on bulky (visible) muscle very easily...with little effort, so I have to be careful with the type of exercise I do.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 07:43 PM
Psh!! What's wrong with that? How else are you going to scare away swamp monsters? A gun show is the easiest way.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 07:54 PM
I havent gotten to do much in the way of travieling pushups this year though.
I can do some in 23 days...in Maui...wearing a Speedo
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 08:39 PM
Oh I cant beat Maui pushups! You gotta do it!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 09:04 PM
And if you sink into the sand up to your elbows, those push-ups are going to be mighty easy too. You might be able to catch up on all the ones you've missed this year!
If you're wondering, to date if you've done all push-ups, we've done (at least) 4,095 already.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 03/31/14 09:32 PM
If you're wondering, to date if you've done all push-ups, we've done (at least) 4,095 already.
Well now I'm tired!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 01:16 PM
Good grief! I never thought to add the day's up..that's a LOT of pushups! Maybe I'll take today off!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 02:14 PM
Never give up, never surrender!
Today starts our Spring into Action wellness challenge. Pick the beginner, intermediate, or advanced track, throw in your $5 entry fee, and you've got to the end of the month to complete five of the seven goals. Those successful are entered into a drawing to win the pot for that challenge level. Last year I won $70
Advanced level:
300 jumping jacks
70 planks (30 seconds each)
350 push-ups (I
royally lol at this)
400 burpees
700 squats (under heavy protest that an "advanced person" would be doing weighted squats, and 700 is a ridiculous number, yet I refuse to do them unweighted)
1000 crunches/crunch-like exercises
Or 70 miles of cardio (run/walk/elliptical, or 140 on a bike)
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 02:24 PM
It's weird, I'm not sure how they came up with the numbers for those particular exercises! Some seem backwards compared to others.
Should be a walk in the park for you tho...who 'audits' the authenticity of the accomplishments, tho?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 02:33 PM
Well, I'm on the wellness committee, but with 5 women (only one of which is particularly interested in fitness), and they didn't really want my input on how to set the numbers up. I handle all the incentive program reporting, the intranet site, and most other "technical" aspects, and leave the creativity mostly to them.
Audits? Haha. We don't even require people to do their jobs correctly, much less expect proof beyond the honor system when they turn in their sheets showing what they did each day. We of course reserve the right to audit, and if we've got a person who takes three breaks going up a flight of stairs saying they did 70 miles of cardio and all the rest, we might balk a bit...but generally people have a decent level of integrity in these programs.
And yes, a couple of the categories I'm halfway through, on day 1
I'm pretty sure I could do the jumping-jacks in one set!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 02:47 PM
Just for grins, post the beginner program. I'd like to see it and picture it compared to some people I know who won't even climb stairs...well, maybe if the incentive was high enough...like maybe cheesecake at the top?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 03:15 PM
I'm in!
I'll just pay myself the $5 tho.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 03:23 PM
Beginner:
150 jumping jacks
50 planks (30 seconds each)
150 push-ups (I royally lol at this)
200 mountain climbers
300 squats
500 crunches/crunch-like exercises
Or 50 miles of cardio (run/walk/elliptical, or 100 on a bike)
They've got 5 weeks to accomplish this. Break it down and the numbers are very minimal. Last count I heard, we had about 20 people in across the three categories, but there were hopefully a few additions on the last day to "enroll".
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 04:04 PM
Ok...so they have 5 weeks to do 200 mountain climbers? For some dumb reason I was reading this as all in one day.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 04:12 PM
Exactly. Then the advance crew gets burpees instead. 80/week of those is a lot different than 40 mountain climbers/week, and disproportionately harder than some of the other categories.
I could rant a lot about the lack of common sense applied in this, but it's one of the few wellness initiatives of the year that actually involves a physical challenge that takes some effort, so I won't complain too much. It definitely reaches a different crowd than the healthy eating type of "challenges" does.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 05:00 PM
Some of it is a pretty simple one day deal, some of it is likeley to cause a sore spot.
Freak should be able to knock out the planks in one shot.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 05:46 PM
I think they pulled numbers out of a hat.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 05:55 PM
Last year it was based off of a program at a local gym that one of the committee members borrowed. I think the "beginner" level is reasonable, but they/we didn't scale it properly. Oh well, still got 25% participation, which is pretty normal, and the program doesn't cost the committee anything to run
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 07:07 PM
Hey...anything to get folks moving is a good thing!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 08:37 PM
OK, I have 3 people in my bank that have agreed
to do the advanced. We already have a spread sheet for it!
I up 100 pushups and 100 jumping jacks on the other two.
So what are the numbers for the intermediate track? I would like to try to get the ladies here on board for this. We started our "Bank on Wellness" program today and I need points towards the "get moving" activities.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 09:32 PM
BBB, you should've asked and I'd have sent you the tracking sheet we already have and could've saved you 5 minutes to instead spend on push-ups!
Cabo:
250 jumping jacks
50 planks (30 seconds each, not sure why they didn't increase this number to 60)
250 push-ups
300 mountain climbers
500 squats
750 crunches/crunch-like exercises
Or 60 miles of cardio (run/walk/elliptical, or 120 on a bike)
Not that any of us would aspire to try anything but the beginner but I can show them what others are able to do. Thanks!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 09:59 PM
Good luck to you and them!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/01/14 10:08 PM
Freak should be able to knock out the planks in one shot.
The 6 minute one was one moment in time in 2012...or was it 2013. I also had a boring edition of the Credit Union Magazine to look through and keep me occupied. I haven't tried to see how long I can plank, but we do plenty in core, TRX, and Insanity.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/02/14 01:45 PM
I did some of the challenge between racquetball games last night. Let me recommend that you do burpees first, squats later. I did pushups and squats first and my burpees sucked.
The jumping jacks arent very hard but they will wake your calves after 100 or so. I might add somne weigths to those too (weighted squats too).
This is actually kinda fun.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/07/14 01:33 PM
Its day 97 heathens!! Grab some ground and getcha some!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/07/14 02:01 PM
Hooorah!
I actually kept up with mine over the weekend, made today much more tolerable. On the bright side, I've done over double of the number of pushups that had to be done for the month for the work challenge, just in the first week.
I'm only on course to complete three of the necessary five though, so I suppose I'll have to try a little harder to actually do some of the other exercises
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/07/14 02:23 PM
I'm ahead on pushups. On that fitness challenge thing you sent us I'm alrady past the pushups for the month, I'm almost done with everything except burpees and those I will have to make a special project of this week.
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/07/14 10:42 PM
Man oh man have I fallen behind on the pushup challenge
. I'm on bed rest, absolutely no weight bearing at all on my left leg. Knee surgery was much more extensive than originally thought (damage was much worse when he got in there). Microfracture surgery turned my kneecap into swiss cheese, cartilage biopsy (and they're growing more cartilage in a petri dish to reimplant later), cleaned out all the blood and scar tissue, and repaired the meniscus. Surgery was 3/20 and I'm still not back to work; I've been having some minor complications. Physical therapy is kicking my butt, even though it's all passive at this point. Hoping to go back to work at least part time later this week. I miss all my BOL buddies. Please send good thoughts/prayers for my recovery. Thanks!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/14 01:32 PM
Mulberry. You are excused!
My thoughts are with you, however, on a successful recovery!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/14 01:41 PM
::sending strong thoughts to Mulberry's knee::
You had a ton of work done! Just focus on getting better right now. The rest will come in time.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/14 01:57 PM
Push-ups smush-ups! Relax, follow orders, read girly vampire books (or whatever it is you fancy), and heal up! Once you get through this all, it'll be much better than before and then you can focus on rebuilding.
I wonder if they would grow me some more muscle in a petri dish and attach it later! That's intriguing, but probably a very expensive way to get stronger
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/08/14 05:04 PM
Mulberry wins the award for "Most exhaustive pursuit of how to get out of pushups"!
Prayers for healing and recovery! Get better!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 04:46 PM
Mulberry's knee surger =
Yikes!
I think today has been the first time in a week I've done the requisite number of pushups. I did a couple extra for good measure and Lord knows what crazy stuff the instructor will have us doing in Insanity after work (squats/drop/pushups, plank/pushups, burpee/pushup/power jumps). I really detest the power moves at the end of the three blocks
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 05:43 PM
That's just....well....insane!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 05:45 PM
Last night at the end of my strength round at the trainer he added in something "new". That's always scary. 10 minutes total...20 seconds each:
rope swings (the huge giant 30 ft tow ropes the size of my arm)
kettle bell swings
walk (aka...hands on knees gasping for air while they tell me to walk)
Thankfully I had a 7 mile run today, or he was going to make me do it for 45 minutes (which I am not sure is humanly possible for me).
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 06:04 PM
How do you swing a 30' rope? Over your head?? That sounds dangerous!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 06:19 PM
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 06:21 PM
I just read the whole article:
Along with increasing your strength, power and endurance, the constant motion of rope battling will floor you with a muscle-toning, metabolic workout unlike any other. You’ll be shocked at how fast a few quick whips can get you to your maximum heart rate.
Um...no $H!T Sherlock. Thought I was going to die. It could also play into why I'm starving to death today.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 06:25 PM
That's sadistic. Rotator cuff or similar issues sounds immenient. It would at least seem the lenght of rope may need adjusting for a woman...or even for any beginner doing this.
(I haven't attempted the link just basing it off of your insert).
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 06:28 PM
I survived 10 minutes (technically 10 20 second intervals of it) after push ups, two kinds of dead lifts, chin ups, weighted squats and such. My "waves" were much smaller on the last few intervals, but I was still averaging about the same number. I do not think I would have made it 45. I think he's crazy...
...or maybe I am. They keep telling me this will make me a better runner.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 06:50 PM
Jen is no typical woman. She's no typical person!
Also, her max heart-rate rivals that of a hummingbird I'm pretty sure, so I can only imagine how crazy that must've been!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 07:22 PM
Dang...that would be an excellent core workout.
I clicked on the link and now I'm compelled to buy razors and shave my body hair.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 07:29 PM
My max HR is kind of high and my resting HR is stupid low.
Freak...it worked everything but I really feel it in my lats and traps today.
Oh lord...I sound like a muscle head gym rat.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 07:37 PM
Bro, do you want to go stand in front of the mirror and flex with me for a bit? Maybe do some curls in the squat rack??
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 07:40 PM
HAHAHAHA! I can flex my legs and they look kinda impressive. I still cannot flex my arms. It's actually pathetic.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 07:48 PM
Will I be able to do that once I get to the 10k Jen?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 07:49 PM
<<<---can flex arms and legs...but that's from throwing hay and junk.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:01 PM
Bro, do you want to go stand in front of the mirror and flex with me for a bit? Maybe do some curls in the squat rack??
Jen is a dude too?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:08 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:09 PM
Battle ropes are great!! Now you need to get a sledge hammer and a tire!
We run stations of
1.Battle ropes
2.Sledge swings
3.Tire flips
You do 30 seconds at a station, run to the next one. You complete a circut and take 30 sec of rest, then go again.
To be honest, I havent done more than 5 circuits and it feels like [bleep]! But it will sure get rid of any frustrations or aggression you've got goin on!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:09 PM
Bro, do you want to go stand in front of the mirror and flex with me for a bit? Maybe do some curls in the squat rack??
Jen is a dude too?
I'd vouch for her, but I have a feeling you wouldn't take me seriously.
But we were roomies once!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:11 PM
Well THAT was(n't) helpful! Other than the "her" reference.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:21 PM
Will I be able to do that once I get to the 10k Jen?
If you keep up with the strength training as well...yes.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:22 PM
Jen is not very "Dudely" other than the ability to do chores and shoot a shotgun lights out.
But I would pay money to see the upper-body-flex contest!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:29 PM
Shut it mister.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:31 PM
Yes ma'am.
< ::doesnt wanna get Church pinched::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:39 PM
Will I be able to do that once I get to the 10k Jen?
If you keep up with the strength training as well...yes.
::happy dance::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 08:39 PM
Well THAT was(n't) helpful! Other than the "her" reference.
MonkEE was there! Would you believe the Monk?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 09:21 PM
Well I mean, I don't want to publicly drool or anything...
but don't let my use of "bro" when talking at Jen mean anything. She's definitely a she.
I'm scared of her on some level, but mostly it's just respect for her skills and drive.
And Mani, you can flex right now if you want! You just might get laughed at
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 09:42 PM
Mani and Jen....unmistakable XX chromosomes arranged in the finest fashion, complete with a side of glitter!
And Mani, you can flex all you want, trust me no one will laugh.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 09:45 PM
Mr. Enforcer up there ^^^ Psh. I'll laugh! Mostly at the fact that you'll likely fall over from lack of balance when you go to strike a pose Arnold-style, not at your buffness! (referring to strength, not nudity, sheesh!)
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/09/14 09:49 PM
::takes away Matt's shovel::
The secret for when you are in a hole......quit digging.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/14 01:55 PM
Mani and Jen....unmistakable XX chromosomes arranged in the finest fashion, complete with a side of glitter!
Yes, the surgery was quite successful. And I bleed glitter!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/14 02:28 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/14 02:29 PM
Yes, you do. Yo and the rest of the fairy princess team.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/14 02:50 PM
I think I met Jen once, but it was long ago in a place far away called Plano or something like that. Anyway, I survived the encounter! I don't recall any glitter. Thankfully there was no challenge to an upper body strength contest!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/14 03:15 PM
Yes you did and I was on my best behavior that day.
"Fairy Princess Team" should be what we use for the Tough Mudder...complete with glitter, tiaras, and tutus.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/14 04:00 PM
I'll go as Prince Charming, you shant be getting me in a tutu! Plenty of those types at those races though, wouldn't be too out of place.
BBB, I'm taking a lesson from my pup. If someone tells you to stop digging, blow them off. If they physically stop you from digging, spend 15 minutes trying to sneak around them to get back to that particular spot you really want to dig in. If they pick you up and try to take you inside...just stop trying because they're probably going to give you a treat soon!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/10/14 05:37 PM
Here's a burger.....
If Matt can handle a "Fairy Princess Shirt", I can.
And as for glitter, It is still everywhere. It is the ultimate example of the scientific axiom that matter cannot be destoyed! So what's a little more?
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/12/14 03:52 PM
Thanks for the kind words, everyone! I'm back to work part time. 4 hours per day for a while. I'm finding that crutches for short distances and crutches to wheelchair to car to wheelchair to crutches over and over and over is giving me a good arm workout every day! I can feel muscles hardening day by day.
I'm thrilled to be "back out in the world" and the nicer (relatively) weather is cheering me up a bit. Have a great weekend!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/14/14 01:35 PM
Welcome back to the insane asylum, Mulberry!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 02:46 PM
For the people that jumped on the wagon for the fitness challenge (BBB and associates, as well as a couple of others I think), how's it going?
I'm getting tired!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 03:21 PM
I have not improved my love of burpees any
Current total is
Jumping jacks - 200
Planks - 26
Pushups - 710
Burpess - 110
Squats - 125
crunches - 350
Cardio - 50 miles
I still have a lot to do in most areas.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 04:05 PM
I started the 1st, so had a head start on you by a little bit, but you're still mostly whooping my butt!
Jumping jacks - 325
Planks - 31
Pushups - 1510
Burpess - 0
Squats - 225
crunches - 1400
Cardio - 17.95
Okay...guess you're only ahead of me on cardio.
But still, you're outpacing me given the number of days you've been in.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 04:12 PM
(and Burpees...don't forget the burpees!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 04:33 PM
<<<hates burpees
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 04:48 PM
<<slowly getting the hang of burpees...much easier employing the abs than using legs....still not a fan of them and sideways burpees really suck.....
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 04:48 PM
Yeah. Honestly, with all the pushups and squats I do, adding in another exercise that combines the two just doesn't appeal to me
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 04:57 PM
I think they are harder for tall people, more body to move.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 05:34 PM
Well, I'm not tall, but they still aren't easy!
I already feel like I'm probably pushing myself a bit with all the pushups, just not interested in additional strain that might actually hurt me. I'll just do all the extra squats and planks instead
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 06:12 PM
I can't do burpees. The hip just won't take it.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 06:31 PM
I burp sometimes after drinking a beer.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 06:32 PM
I believe that's a BRAAAAAAAP. Not a burp.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 06:34 PM
I think you're right!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 06:41 PM
^^ Classy lady!
How far through the ABCs can you get??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 06:53 PM
I think they are harder for tall people, more body to move.
Definitely!
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 07:23 PM
I burp sometimes Most of the milestones of my life have come after drinking a beer.
Fixed?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 07:49 PM
Brat.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 08:19 PM
Excuse you! Oh, you said Brat.
Posted By: raitchjay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 08:20 PM
You gotta forgive Joker...she just had a beer.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 08:21 PM
Brats boiled in beer?? Those could make you burp too.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/15/14 08:22 PM
Brats boiled in beer?? Those could make you burp too.
True! and they deserve to be boiled! But I was told that no matter rotten kids are, I'm not suposed to boil them anymore......
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/14 03:20 PM
Over the weekend my little brother-in-law was at Army ROTC "Buddy Camp" doing a 6 challenge competition with 180 teams of two. He was telling us about it over Easter dinner and I about passed out of exhaustion just from hearing about it!
One was a 15k ruck march (they did it at 8:42/mile pace, hardly a march) with a 40 pound pack.
Others involved obstacles, first aid, shooting, knotting, navigation, buddy carries, sprints, and a two mile sprint at the end. They were up at 3 am, finished at 6 pm. And all in full uniform. Holy poop!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/14 03:23 PM
Impressive!
I think I need a nap now too.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/14 03:25 PM
Oh, it was about 80 all day too. Just to make it a bit harder
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/22/14 07:28 PM
It sounds like fun! Especially if someone else is doing it!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 03:56 PM
Day 115....
JS
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 04:28 PM
How're people doing? Getting stronger?? Struggling? Both?
Doing handstand pushups yet? I'm not.
I do try to make sure my nose hits the floor on every one though.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 05:14 PM
I've been mixing up some of the different pushups.
Hands wide, hands tight, scorpion, bosu ball, side, traveling and another version where I put both hands on a medicine ball and do them.
Its not as boring. I'm keeping them at sets of 50 this year. Not as hard on the shoulders.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 05:30 PM
Yeah...still plugging away at them. Getting stronger, but struggle some days. I won't lie!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 05:39 PM
Hey, if it's not a struggle, you're not getting anything out of it!
"I only start counting when it starts hurting. When I feel pain, that's when I start counting, cause that's when it really counts."
Not the most eloquently worded, but the meaning is solid! (I'm not advising you have to do push-ups until it hurts before you start counting, by the way)
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 05:43 PM
I'd have to slap you if you did.
js
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 05:49 PM
Hey now! I'm not left handed.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:00 PM
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:05 PM
Hey now! I'm not left handed.
Better keep out of her swamp.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:13 PM
I'd only set foot in a swamp if I was hunting gators or looking for a place to set up a still for my 'shine!
Since neither of those will ever happen, I don't expect I should have any problems. In the unlikely event it does happen, I will just hide out there and make scary screaming noises so she won't come after me!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:17 PM
Bullets travel.
js
That's option #1
Option #2? My dogs ain't skeered.
And they like water.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:30 PM
And I can do walking push-ups or side planks while moving in a serpentine fashion to minimize my exposed area.
So yeah. Whaddya think about that!?
And I have a puppy that chews on me every chance I get. I already look like I've been in a fist fight with a rose bush, so I think I can take a few more!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:35 PM
These ain't pups, Matt. And they take offense at things that move in a serpentine fashion.
I think they'd have a lot of fun. That's what I think.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:38 PM
I don't know why you're making threats at me like this! Do I have to bring steaks coated in peanut butter when I come sneak around in your swamp? I will. I'm all about being prepared!
Are you protecting DB Cooper's secrets? Is that's what's happening here?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:46 PM
Why isn't that the name of Lucius Clay's friend? I think I've seen him/them visiting Hattie's Shack every so often on Friday nights!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 06:54 PM
You never get my references, and I don't get yours.
Just don't make your dogs eat me, that's all I'm asking!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 07:01 PM
D B Cooper (mysterious disappearance)...Lucius Clay (Wooley Swamp) Swamp Witch Hattie (and her shack)...what's not to get?
The old man lived in the Wooley Swamp
Way back in Booger Woods
He never did do a lot of harm in the world
But he never did do no good
People didn't think too much of him
They all thought he acted funny
The old man didn't care about people anyway
All he cared about was his money
Way up the road from Hattie's Shack
Lies a sleepy little Okeechobee town
Talk of swamp witch Hattie lock you in when the sun go down
Rumours of what she'd done, rumours of what she'd do
Kept folks off the track of hattie's shack
In the back of the Black Bayou
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 07:24 PM
::Backs away slowly::
I don't understand this.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 07:41 PM
::shakes head::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 07:45 PM
Takes thread back to topic:
I've only done half of today's push ups so far.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 07:47 PM
Did you do them in the bayou? You get double credit for pushups in quicksand.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 07:55 PM
Or doing them on top of two gators!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/25/14 07:55 PM
No...here at work. No quicksand. Darn.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 02:20 PM
D B Cooper (mysterious disappearance)...Lucius Clay (Wooley Swamp) Swamp Witch Hattie (and her shack)...what's not to get?
The old man lived in the Wooley Swamp
Way back in Booger Woods
He never did do a lot of harm in the world
But he never did do no good
People didn't think too much of him
They all thought he acted funny
The old man didn't care about people anyway
All he cared about was his money
Way up the road from Hattie's Shack
Lies a sleepy little Okeechobee town
Talk of swamp witch Hattie lock you in when the sun go down
Rumours of what she'd done, rumours of what she'd do
Kept folks off the track of hattie's shack
In the back of the Black Bayou
Makes perfect sense to me.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 02:25 PM
Proud of this girl here ^^^^^^^^
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 02:33 PM
Thanks! I'm even wearing normal shoes today.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 02:43 PM
yay!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 02:59 PM
"Normal" meaning... 4" heels, or something more forgiving??
Wonder if BBB can say the same. Hopefully not the heels, but you know what I mean!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 04:56 PM
I'm in ballet flats...the heels wouldn't be an issue, it's the closed toe. These are pretty roomy though.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 05:18 PM
Except heels would push the toes further into the closure.
And, I really hope BBB1 isn't wearing ballet slippers to work...his lime green knee socks are scary enough.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 07:45 PM
Closed toe heels are out for a week or so.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 07:50 PM
Besides, she wants to show off her battle-wounds!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 08:18 PM
Eewwwww.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 08:19 PM
My ballet flats are closed toe...I also have the battle wounds wrapped in bandaids.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 09:30 PM
Except heels would push the toes further into the closure.
And, I really hope BBB1 isn't wearing ballet slippers to work...his lime green knee socks are scary enough.
I like to be seen!
Plus they are compression socks. It was cold and wet when we started so it was a favor to my calves and shins.
As for the other, no ballet slippers, but I do have on a pair of old running shoes with a lot of room around the toes today. The toenail on the left foot is probably toast, but it wasnt all that pretty anyway.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 09:46 PM
Besides, there really shouldn't be many people who would ever have the misfortune of seeing your naked toes!
Everyone doing the workout challenge going to hit their goals?? Or will you be like me and cramming in several things tomorrow to make the numbers work
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/29/14 10:11 PM
I am ahead on most everything except......
burpees.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 01:21 PM
I really want to know what sadist 1) came up with that exercise and 2) gave it that gawdawful name!
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 01:28 PM
::belches::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 01:38 PM
Are you burping peas, Peeps?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 02:31 PM
[quote=RR Joker]I really want to know what sadist 1) came up with that exercise and 2) gave it that gawdawful name! [/quote
The Military claims origination. Only it was called he "Squat Thrust", which I imagine in todays world is a socially unacceptable term. So they came up with a less controvertial, and totally inexplicable name, "Burpees".
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 02:33 PM
yeah, I could see 'squat thrust' being an issue!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 02:42 PM
Boss walks in, I'm breathing heavy, she's like...uh, what's going on?
Me: Nothing, just doing some squat thrusting during my coffee break!
I completed all my goals for the month. I had to cram a few too many squats and planks in during the last two days, but oh well!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 03:28 PM
You TWERKER you!!!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 03:31 PM
O M
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 03:32 PM
How do you even know what twerking is?? I'm assuming it's from Dip and not because you got any sort of outside news on what was going on in the world 6 months ago.
Have you heard about Gangnam style yet?? What about the Harlem Shake?
Posted By: #Just Jay
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 03:34 PM
I miss the Harlem Shake.
::off to YouTube::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 04:48 PM
Ah yes the Harlem Shake, that is so.......6 months ago.
Posted By: Peepers
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 05:31 PM
::dance walks to next meeting::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 05:46 PM
How do you even know what twerking is?? I'm assuming it's from Dip and not because you got any sort of outside news on what was going on in the world 6 months ago.
Have you heard about Gangnam style yet?? What about the Harlem Shake?
Just because I haven't seen very many movies/TV does not have a thing to do with knowing dancing. That is all.
js.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 05:57 PM
In other words, you sit at work and google "twerking videos" in your spare time.
I see!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 04/30/14 06:11 PM
No video's googled (or otherwise) here!
Posted By: BurntSienna
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/14 05:17 PM
Today, May 1st, is the 121st day of the year. 244 more days to go! Keep going, pushup people! So proud of you all!
I'm hoping that being on crutches and getting in and out of the wheelchair has strengthened my arms quite a bit. I definitely see more muscle definition on my arms than I've ever had before, so that's exciting.
One day soon I will be able to put weight on the leg and try some modified pushups and jump back into this challenge. Unlike Matt, I'm not even gonna TRY and catch up.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/14 05:20 PM
3 sets of 50 for me today. Mainly because the math is easy.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/14 05:32 PM
Tomorrow we'll be a third of the way through the days! Lots 'o pushups to go though.
By the end of the year we'll be approaching Chuck Norris status in that we won't be pushing up, we'll collectively be pushing the Earth down
Do you do tricep dips with your wheelchair?? That'd be fun/funny.
How about BBB catches up for you?? I mean heck, he's still doing extra every day, might as well just double it!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/14 05:46 PM
I've only done Jan, Feb and am fixing to do March so far today.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/14 06:11 PM
I'm sorry, are you sure you aren't "fixin' ta" do March?
Couldn't help it.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/14 06:59 PM
Yes...you are phonetically correct, Matt!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/01/14 10:38 PM
I've done squat so far today and I am feeling guilty...sort of...not really......
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 01:34 PM
Freak, we know where you are. You are not feeling guilty.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 01:56 PM
I've done squat so far today and I am feeling guilty...sort of...not really......
Yes but how many squats?
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 02:00 PM
By "squats" he means:
I saw a cool bug and squatted down to take a picture then pick it up.
He doesn't mean he was working out!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 02:01 PM
I am enjoying his many exploits documented for us on the facebook.
That waddling spidey was pretty adorable.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 02:42 PM
YOu want one for your own mani? I should have plenty once I can get back through the swamp again!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 02:44 PM
Posted By: JWills, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 02:52 PM
I am enjoying his many exploits documented for us on the facebook.
That waddling spidey was pretty adorable.
And I am not sure if these creatures find him, or if he is actually looking for them! Someone better double check his luggage for the return trip to make sure he is not bring home souveniers! At least not those kind.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 03:04 PM
Oh he actively pursues new things. I've seen him in action, he's the Jeff Corwin of insects/small reptiles, and anything else that could be considered creepy or crawly! He gets really excited, it's quite amusing.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 03:08 PM
No doubt he would like the swamp. When ya'll were in FL, it was kinda like being in one...tropical is tropical after all. All sorts of wonderous things crawling around.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 04:45 PM
All sorts of wonderous things crawling around.
Sounds like the clubs in Miami at night....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 05:33 PM
Oh, BBB...NO! Those things you speak of are DANGEROUS!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 05:54 PM
He can handle himself, don't worry
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 06:18 PM
I didn't mean it in that context.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/02/14 07:04 PM
Nothing down there than cant be handled with a wicked mean Samba!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/05/14 06:25 PM
Mani--I think you really would have like the crab spider. It had a face on its back that looked like eyes....
One night I felt something crawling on me and I smooshed it in the dark, ran into the bathroom and brushed it into the sink. It kind of looked like a cockroach except it was too soft so I don't know what it was.
The wife did step on a cockroach during the night. She picked it up with a paper towel and put it in the trash. She told me about it the next day and I went looking for it--it was gone! I eventually found it by the sliding glass door and it was still alive. I used the newspaper to scoop it up and it threw up some dark goo on the paper. I let it go outside--didn't want it in the condo with us.
Posted By: JWills, CRCM
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/05/14 06:32 PM
Don't you feel the love Freak, that you always are a topic of conversation!! Looks like you had a wonderful time, minus the critters!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/05/14 06:40 PM
cockroaches are freaks of nature....
Freak, what you squished may have been a 'german' roach. Softer bodied and smaller and lighter in color, but shaped like a cockroach. Complete nusiances, these ones are.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/05/14 06:59 PM
Mani--I think you really would have like the crab spider. It had a face on its back that looked like eyes....
I think that one was my favorite of all the pics you shared.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/05/14 07:16 PM
Freak, what you squished may have been a 'german' roach. Softer bodied and smaller and lighter in color, but shaped like a cockroach. Complete nusiances, these ones are.
That's probably it. They were more prevelant than the big crunchy ones. And we sometimes saw them during the daytime.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/05/14 07:36 PM
Yes, and until they take up residence, they fly all over the place...once they fly in and set up a household? You are done. Horrible creatures.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 03:16 PM
Day 128.
This was a long morning for some reason. My shoulders wanted to quit at 25 pushups. But I made it. 3 sets of 50. :ick:
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 03:17 PM
My right shoulder is protesting today. I may partially listen to it.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 03:29 PM
I only have 25 of mine done for the day...need to figure out when to do the rest!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 03:49 PM
I only have 25 of mine done for the day...need to figure out when to do the rest!
I dont mind telling that "tomorrow" almost became the answer to that question for me.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 04:00 PM
Tomorrow is upper-body weights day. I don't have it in me to do an extra 100 pushups on top of what I already have to do!
I'll get them done tonight, one way or another. Before I go play some volleyball hopefully.
I'd do it at work, but my body has a really touchy gas pedal (insert flatulence joke here), and it's already warm in here. I'd break a sweat before I got to 15!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 04:07 PM
Yeah, I tend to do squats and deadlifts when no one else is in the weight room. All that extra pressure.......well, you just never know.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 04:12 PM
Thankfully, that's not a problem! I just go from normal to boiling with minimal effort!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 05:46 PM
I haven't done my pushups or the ab challenge we're doing at work. My boss thought I should attend the New COSO Framework Update Webcast. I sat in on one last year. Jabbing an icepick into my temples or eye sockets would be less painful than this webcast.
Guess I'll try to bang out my pushups. At least I'll be on the floor and will be able to hear the webcast better from the computer's internal speaker.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 06:51 PM
And maybe you could just stay down there and take a nap too.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 08:04 PM
Or planks!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/08/14 10:17 PM
And...I didn't do either! But I did do pushups, chest presses, planks at TRX...but sadly no nap
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 02:04 PM
Tomorrow is upper-body weights day. I don't have it in me to do an extra 100 pushups on top of what I already have to do!
I'll get them done tonight, one way or another. Before I go play some volleyball hopefully.
This was lies. I did no other pushups yesterday!
Caught those up this morning, and got 50 into today's set...need to get the rest done tonight!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 05:20 PM
Thinking about buying the TRX (or possibly a cheaper version). The few times I've gotten to do it, I have really loved the workout.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 05:22 PM
If we EVER get into this new house, I plan on putting one in my basement. Feel free to come over and use it anytime!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 05:52 PM
If we EVER get into this new house, I plan on putting
oneA_G in my basement. Feel free to come over and
use it visit him anytime!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 05:53 PM
Kinky.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 06:05 PM
If we EVER get into this new house, I plan on putting
oneA_G in my basement. Feel free to come over and
use it visit him anytime!
Was this fix JJ approved?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 06:34 PM
I'm backing away from this. It's already way too inappropriate in my head.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 07:04 PM
I'm backing away from this. It's already way too inappropriate in my head.
are you sure?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 07:12 PM
<<<---is a rebel. Does not need permission for the things I do.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 07:58 PM
I'm backing away from this. It's already way too inappropriate in my head.
are you sure?
If there's one thing I'm sure of in this life, it's my inappropriate mind.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/09/14 08:10 PM
I'm backing away from this. It's already way too inappropriate in my head.
are you sure?
If there's one thing I'm sure of in this life, it's my inappropriate mind.
you used the word if so you are not sure of that either?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 02:19 PM
If we EVER get into this new house, I plan on putting
oneA_G in my basement. Feel free to come over and
use it visit him anytime!
Was this fix JJ approved?
No. No it's not. The basement is for ME to come and visit.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 02:23 PM
It says you can visit him anytime, Jen!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 02:32 PM
Uh, Jen? You can stay in one of the bedrooms.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 02:34 PM
Oh, OK! Then he can have the basement.
Posted By: A_G
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 03:42 PM
::ears ringing loudly::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 03:44 PM
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 03:51 PM
::waves::
Hi.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 04:32 PM
::blows kisses::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 04:36 PM
::Dives across the room to intercept them::
Woohoo!!
::Makes his escape out the back door::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 04:53 PM
Those were mine!
Wait. Those were mine, right?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 06:42 PM
no..they were A_G's. But he was too busy decorating the basement in Barney prints, he missed them.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 06:42 PM
no..they were A_G's. But he was too busy decorating the basement in Barney prints, he missed them.
He has that much chain?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 06:45 PM
I don't think mani is into chains...just padlocks?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 06:46 PM
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 06:47 PM
::Hmmm...how did I end up with lip prints on my tookus...?::
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 06:51 PM
I dunno! Let me take a look and I'll see if I can come up with a match...then you can ask the lip print thrower.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 07:07 PM
Did you find a pair of bedazzled pants in your drawer and just throw them on without noticing?? I wouldn't be surprised.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/12/14 07:09 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/28/14 04:31 PM
148 lousy, stinking, pushups!
That's my motivational talk for today.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/28/14 04:46 PM
Wow, I feel all peppy now, that's for sure! I have 40 left. Over the last 5 months I've escalated from sets of 25, to 30, and now I'm doing 40. I guess that's a sign that I'm getting somewhere!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/28/14 05:48 PM
I've still been doing the 'month' sets...but my right shoulder is arguing with me quite badly lately.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/28/14 09:32 PM
I've still been doing the 'month' sets...but my right shoulder is arguing with me quite badly lately.
Use the other arm for a while.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 05/29/14 12:56 PM
Might have to!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 03:15 PM
I'm looking for some ideas to mix up my lower-body weight training to find some new ways to get more out of myself, while focusing on running related strength. For those running/lifters out there, what are you doing?
Currently, my legs day starts with core work, that includes plenty of hip-flexor work. Then I go through rounds of walking lunges (weighted), two different types of monster walks (with resistance bands), step-ups with hammer curls (weighted, of course), squats (weighted with free-weights), hamstring curls (with resistance bands), and calf raises (with ankle weights).
Looking to BBB, Jen, or any others that have a regiment that they're happy with that I might be able to incorporate into mine.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 03:21 PM
I'm looking for some ideas to mix up my lower-body weight training to find some new ways to get more out of myself, while focusing on running related strength. For those running/lifters out there, what are you doing?
Currently, my legs day starts with core work, that includes plenty of hip-flexor work. Then I go through rounds of walking lunges (weighted), two different types of monster walks (with resistance bands), step-ups with hammer curls (weighted, of course), squats (weighted with free-weights), hamstring curls (with resistance bands), and calf raises (with ankle weights).
Looking to BBB, Jen, or any others that have a regiment that they're happy with that I might be able to incorporate into mine.
Walking to the beer distributor to pick up the case(s) and carry home instead of driving. Just trying to be helpful.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 03:29 PM
A case of beer would take me probably two months to drink! That's not nearly frequent enough to help me.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 03:53 PM
My new rotation includes weighted "calf drops"...instead of raises. With your toes on a ledge, you start up and pop down and back up quickly. I hold a kettle bell in one hand and the frame of a bench rack with the other, alternating sides holding the weight with each set. I can only do 4 sets of 10 right now...he wants me at 4 sets of 20.
Most of what I do is full body or core related...rarely do they isolate one muscle group. If I think of some more I will share.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 03:54 PM
invite Miscuit.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 04:05 PM
So I can squat her?? No problem!
My raises are on the edge of a ledge, and go from low to high, fairly quickly, similar to what you describe. Start with both, then left, then both, then right, then both, all in succession, in sets of 12, so each leg gets 48, but I could bump that up with relative ease.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 04:28 PM
Matt, I would add a few explosive elements such as box jumps. Nothing super high like i've seen a few of the crossfit people do. Just 18 to 24 inches is plenty. Dont do them weighted either. Just do them for time (about 30 seconds).
Also resistance sprint starts. There are some very fancy rigs for this but a simple resistance band hooked on one end to a staionary object and the other through a belt on you will owrk fine. You are only looking for a sprinters start and a little stretch on the band (do use a stout band and a very stationary object).
Jump rope for about 15 minutes.
I really like the 40 yard sprints with the sprint chute attached, but those are hard to come by (pricey).
Stair sprints are also a good one.
Nope explosive moves should ever be done cold, warm up first.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/03/14 05:09 PM
Box jumps could be done, using the same bench I use for my step-ups, more or less the right height. And yeah, I won't be doing any of the 5-foot vertical jumps that I've seen in those videos either! I've seen enough failures to know better
Jump rope could be done too, but I really get tired of smacking myself in the face/ankles with those darn things!
Stairs, I could do the 14 at home over and over, or the 2x sets of 11 at work (since my weight stuff is all done at work), nobody there to think about how weird I am at that time of day!
Thanks for the ideas!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 05:19 PM
Plyometric Cardio Ciruit:
■Suicide Drills
■Power Squats
■Mountain Climbers
■Ski Down
■Switch Feet
■Football Wide Sprints
■Basketball Drills
■Level 1 Drills
■Ski Abs
■In Out Abs
■Jabs
■Crossjacks
■Uppercuts
■Attacks
Three rounds of four items in one block = sore legs
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 05:27 PM
Get your Insanity out of here! I could probably pull those DVDs out and dust that one off though, it's a pretty good circuit, and definitely makes me sweat!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 05:30 PM
I love Insanity!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 05:34 PM
Sounds so violent! Who do you have to attack? Or can it just be random a random person?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 06:05 PM
I must not comment on several of those most
aptlyinterestingly named items above.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 06:14 PM
Knowing your maturity level, I'm sure it must be hard to take anything seriously! Especially things like power squats and crossjacks...
But, if you went through all of em, I guarantee you'd be hurtin' afterwards!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 07:56 PM
Yep, Joker fits right in with the rest of us.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 08:10 PM
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/04/14 09:04 PM
Yep, Joker fits right in with the rest of us.
She's been tainted.
We typically do four of the moves three times. If you aren't giving it your all by the third round the instructor will get next to--or in front of--you and "motivate" you to try harder
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/05/14 12:59 PM
Sounds like Boot Camp.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/14 07:47 PM
frizzelfrazzelfrickenfracken pushups!
162 stoopid horizontal gravitational defiances done for today.
:bleh:
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/14 07:52 PM
Yep!
Tuesday, when I was between sets, I added in jump-roping to go along with my push-ups, that are done instead of resting. Sheesh, that was tiring!
This morning was 20 every .4 miles (on a .8 mile loop trail). On an easy run day, seems like it shouldn't be too bad...but man, I never got settled into a rhythm during my run. I was huffing and puffing the whole time!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/14 08:59 PM
I have those days. Cant find my rythm, cadence, whatever you want to call it. Those days have a high degree of suckage.
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/14 09:02 PM
I have those days. Cant find my rythm, cadence, whatever you want to call it. Those days have a high degree of suckage.
Did you try the glove compartment of your car? You would be surprised at what is in there and no gloves.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/11/14 09:09 PM
I think it was more about the runs never lasting longer than 3-3.5 minutes. Need a solid half mile, more often a straight mile's worth of running to get a breathing rhythm going. Never got that chance!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/12/14 03:28 PM
Yeah me too. I have to show up for a race early enough to get in a mile warm up and finish the warm up about 4-5 min before the race start if I want to just jump into race pace and hope to hold it.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 12:02 AM
There was a big horse fly on the gym floor at TRX today. I think it was sick or something because it pretty much stood still on the floor and only occasionally moved around. I kept staring at it wondering if it would take off and fly in my face or something weird. That and my OCD wouldn't let me ignore it.
Anyway, Sarah (the instructor) was demonstrating some moves and she was moving around right next to the fly. The fly was lucky and avoided being stepped on.
After doing lunges I noticed the fly was gone. I thought it might have flown off to a safe location. Our next exercise was hamstring curls and we were put our feet in the TRX stirrups. Sarah was across from me on the alternate side. That's when I noticed she had stepped on the fly and it was stuck to the bottom of her shoe.
My OCD caused me to keep staring at the bottom of her shoe. She probably thought I was trying to look down her shorts or something.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 02:27 PM
So if we have this scenario correct, Freak is in front of a professional fitness instructor, with a body of coiled steel, displayed like a fine piece of modern sculpture, giving him vital instruction in how to do TRX with out hanging yourself and Freak is looking at..... the bug.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 03:07 PM
Yep, sounds like Freak! Having seen his fixations in person, this is totally believable.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 05:25 PM
and once again...I have laughed out loud...at my desk...by myself.
Thanks, Freak. You always manage to make me look ridiculous (or crazy...probably crazy.)
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 07:23 PM
Note to self: Add "going to the gym" to the list of things not to do with Freak.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 07:31 PM
But he's just going to stare at the bug on your shoe, he'll completely ignore your shorty shorts.
Or is it that you'd prefer to be noticed for your shorty shorts??
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 07:48 PM
Jens legs are 4ft long.....they're all shorty shorts on her.
Posted By: Purple Pride
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 07:50 PM
and once again...I have laughed out loud...at my desk...by myself.
Thanks, Freak. You always manage to make me look ridiculous (or crazy...probably crazy.)
You need help with that?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 08:03 PM
:-P~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 08:04 PM
Jens legs are 4ft long.....they're all shorty shorts on her.
I can't help it!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/13/14 08:21 PM
Nobody's saying it's a bad thing...don't be silly!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/16/14 11:28 PM
So if we have this scenario correct, Freak is in front of a professional fitness instructor, with a body of coiled steel, displayed like a fine piece of modern sculpture, giving him vital instruction in how to do TRX with out hanging yourself and Freak is looking at..... the bug.
Sarah is a soon to be 40 year old mother of two. Now if she were twice her age...just sayin'.....
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 04:03 PM
Heeeey now .. there's nothing wrong with what "those crossfit people" do.
I find crossfit has helped my running significantly.
Though I still refuse to do box jumps as they're stupid.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 04:21 PM
Though I still refuse to do box jumps as they're stupid.
I feel the same way about burpees. NOT doing them.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 04:30 PM
Ditto to both of those!
Plus my hips can't handle burpees.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 04:34 PM
Heeeey now .. there's nothing wrong with what "those crossfit people" do.
I find crossfit has helped my running significantly.
Though I still refuse to do box jumps as they're stupid.
I have no problem with the concept of crossfit. I do many of the exercises myself. But I have a HUGE problem with many of the Crossfit instructors that I have seen because they should not be training other human beings to do anything. It just got tooo popular, too fast. And now there guys out there training people that dont know the first thing about biomechanics, kenesiology, teaching or gravity!
SO my advice to others (WW has experience) is to do alot of research before signing up for a crossfit gym.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 04:36 PM
I like TRX and my sledge hammer and tire....and weight lifting....and calesthenics.... and cycling....and swimming...and running.... and....
you get the idea.
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 07:06 PM
Oh I agree - it's been very hard for me to handle CrossFit now that it's exploded. I've been CrossFitting for 4 years & the dynamic has definitely changed. It went from "Oh I can't wait to do that workout!" to "Why in the heck would I ever want to do that workout?"
I "auditioned" 5 gyms before finding one where the instructors are extremely knowledgable and rigid when it comes to safety. & their programming is fun again!
Am I the only one who likes burpees?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 08:17 PM
I have a love/hate relationship with burpees, the ab wheel and Chicken Vindaloo!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 09:27 PM
Am I the only one who likes burpees?
No. I have a girlfriend that does. But a question...how tall are you?
She's maybe 5'3"...I have a theory that they are easier for shorter people.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/17/14 09:54 PM
Am I the only one who likes burpees?
No. I have a girlfriend that does. But a question...how tall are you?
She's maybe 5'3"...I have a theory that they are easier for shorter people.
One leg burpees with a push-up...not too bad if one lets gravity pull you down for the push up part (but stop before smooshing on the floor). The jumping up part sometimes isn't too enthusiastic by round three.....
Posted By: VWgirl21
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 11:51 AM
No. I have a girlfriend that does. But a question...how tall are you?
She's maybe 5'3"...I have a theory that they are easier for shorter people.
I agree. At nearly 6', I always feel awkward doing burpees.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 01:54 PM
I have a love/hate relationship with burpees, the
ab wheel and Chicken Vindaloo!
I like Ab wheels, but mine disappeared...I have no idea where it rolled off to!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 02:47 PM
Am I the only one who likes burpees?
No. I have a girlfriend that does. But a question...how tall are you?
She's maybe 5'3"...I have a theory that they are easier for shorter people.
I'm 5'2". & I'm not short ... God just stops when he reaches perfection.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 03:01 PM
God just stops when he reaches perfection.
!! Awesome!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 03:28 PM
I'm 5'2". & I'm not short ...
Well you are almost as tall as my dad and would tower over my mom. I am 6'1'.
You and my folks are just "stealth tall".
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 03:30 PM
Am I the only one who likes burpees?
No. I have a girlfriend that does. But a question...how tall are you?
She's maybe 5'3"...I have a theory that they are easier for shorter people.
I'm 5'2". & I'm not short ... God just stops when he reaches perfection.
Oops...sorry, I didn't meant to be offensive.
Ignore Ginormica over here.
Posted By: bOaty
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 06:43 PM
@ Jen!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 06:50 PM
Most females are shorter than the Jen's of the world.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 07:05 PM
Yep. I was this tall in 7th grade.
<<<freak of nature
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 07:26 PM
Hahaha - no offense taken!
I was the kid everyone dared me to "can you fit in there??"
If you look at a picture of me & my siblings - if we stand in age order - the oldest is the shortest (My sister is 4'10") & the youngest is the tallest (brother is 5'11")
Posted By: QCL
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 07:33 PM
Yep. I was this tall in 7th grade.
<<<freak of nature
My 10 year old is now taller than me. Sigh...
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 07:45 PM
Most females are shorter than the Jen's of the world.
And a darn good portion of dudes too!
As long as we aren't dancing partners, I don't mind her being taller.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 07:57 PM
"You are as tall as you believe you are....until you need something off the top shelf." - My grandad (5'2')
Grandad really had no idea that he was a little guy. Kinda like my mom.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 09:31 PM
As long as we aren't dancing partners, I don't mind her being taller.
Oh yeah, that would be awkward. Especially if I'm wearing 4 inch heels.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/18/14 09:41 PM
As long as we aren't dancing partners, I don't mind her being taller.
Oh yeah, that would be awkward. Especially if I'm wearing 4 inch heels.
You say "awkward", he says "mmlmph!"...
potatoh, potahto....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 02:10 PM
Most females are shorter than the Jen's of the world.
And a darn good portion of dudes too!
As long as we aren't dancing partners, I don't mind her being taller.
Some men like that 'dis'advantage as well, Matt.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 03:35 PM
Because of my genetic pool, I can think "short" when I have to.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 03:37 PM
As long as we aren't dancing partners, I don't mind her being taller.
Oh yeah, that would be awkward. Especially if I'm wearing 4 inch heels.
You say "awkward", he says "mmlmph!"...
potatoh, potahto....
Comments shan't be made.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 03:46 PM
As long as we aren't dancing partners, I don't mind her being taller.
Oh yeah, that would be awkward. Especially if I'm wearing 4 inch heels.
You say "awkward", he says "mmlmph!"...
potatoh, potahto....
Comments shan't be made.
Well of course not!
You'd be lucky to breath, much less make a comment.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 03:54 PM
You're fixin' ta get yourself smacked!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 06:15 PM
You're fixin' ta get yourself smacked!
^^^ why you are #1. Such a smart boy.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 06:33 PM
I think he's just fishing for a smacking honestly. Darn trouble maker!
70 more pushups to go today. I've discovered that it's really not good to wait and do them at night. I was fitting in the last few last night, and the puppy was having entirely too much fun. A few weeks back when he'd try to crawl on my back, it wasn't a very big deal, but he's about 35 pounds now, and I don't need to make my pushups any harder! That and when he snapped at my arm and dug a nice hole into my tricep, it sort of hurt!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 07:10 PM
I aint askeered! I know what her upper body strength is like.
Now, if she decides to kick me.....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/19/14 07:27 PM
I don't like doing pushups at home much either...my dogs don't usually bother me, but for some reason the silly cat likes to climb under me on the 'up' beat...and it's aggravating!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 02:40 PM
I get help from the dogs and the cat. I'm pretty sure that they enjoy participating in the stupid human tricks.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 02:45 PM
The weight is one thing, I can handle that for a bit, but the biting is very distracting!
He really likes elbows and necks. We're working on that...but he's teething and is a bit of a jerk sometimes!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 02:49 PM
Mine prefer to lick the sweat off my arms and legs when I'm planking. Then they lay down in front of me and steal the breeze from the fan.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:09 PM
The weight is one thing, I can handle that for a bit, but the biting is very distracting!
He really likes elbows and necks. We're working on that...but he's teething and is a bit of a jerk sometimes!
Necks?
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:15 PM
Matt, I think your puppy is a lycan.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:19 PM
He goes for the back of necks much more often than throats. Or ears, but he's pretty gentle on those thankfully. Still, hands or exposed feet are his preference.
I don't look like I shove my hands into rose bushes for a living anymore at least, but they're still pretty torn up on a regular basis!
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:23 PM
Tobasco sauce finally broke one of ours of hand-biting when playing. They both still try to grab my feet when I'm running or doing any form of active exercise. Trying to do Zumba or Insanity workouts at our house results in a lot of kicked dogs and swearing.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:24 PM
My heeler does pop me on my head or arm, digging her nails in, to get my attention at times...THAT is not fun really.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:25 PM
Trying to do Zumba or Insanity workouts at our house results in a lot of kicked dogs and swearing
THIS! It's not even worth it!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:35 PM
We use the bitter apple stuff. He doesn't do bad chewing on furniture or other things he shouldn't so it's really ended up being used mostly on me.
Stuff doesn't taste that bad I don't think, but he freaks out and shakes his head all crazy for a little bit, and walks off all sad. So it works, for a minute or two at least!
It's been so rainy lately that he hasn't gotten enough exercise in, that's definitely impacted his temperament. He does a lot better after I drag him around for a two mile walk, or he romps at the dog park. Like me, after exercise, a nap is required. He's just lucky enough to be able to take one!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:38 PM
Kinda makes sense that's where he's biting you when playing, that's most likely where he'd nip at other dogs when they play (ears, neck, legs, etc.)
Maybe you DO need a second dog in the house... ::text Mrs. Matt_B::
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:46 PM
Do that and I'll text Mr/Mrs Mani and tell him/her to start packing for the move to Florida, and that you're getting a third husky along the way!
Ears he mostly hits once, gently, then licks a lot. It tickles like crazy!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:47 PM
Do that and I'll text Mr/Mrs Mani and tell him/her to start packing for the move to Florida, and that you're getting a third husky along the way!
As long as there's a pool for the pups to swim in?
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:49 PM
That's not harsh enough...I say text Mr/Mrs Mani and suggest a human baby.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:53 PM
Yikes! That might be too extreme, and earn me some retaliation. She/He knows how to contact my wife, and that's dangerous!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 03:55 PM
That's not harsh enough...I say text Mr/Mrs Mani and suggest a human baby.
::FAINTS::
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 04:01 PM
My work here is done.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 04:03 PM
So...we can draw a mustache on Mani with permanent marker now, right??
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 04:03 PM
Add some crazy eyebrows while you're at it.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 05:32 PM
Mr/Mrs Mani and Mr/Mrs Mani have their hands full as it is with the two canine/semi-human babies they have now! I'm not sure that I can handle pictures of Mani Jr hiding under the table or with their head stuck in a closet!
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 05:52 PM
!!!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 07:31 PM
Ears he mostly hits once, gently, then licks a lot. It tickles like crazy!
When my heeler was younger, she used to wake me up in the morning by what I called 'ear snorkling'...It was hilarious!
Posted By: WonderWoman
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 09:16 PM
Mani is like me ... our furry children are all we need.
No need for the human clones to start waddling around anytime soon!
Posted By: Sci_Comply
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/20/14 09:45 PM
^^^THIS!!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/27/14 05:18 PM
I'm grouchy. One of my favorite annual races got redone for this year, and they turned it into a silly untimed run with water cannons and junk that's only 2.4 miles instead of the previous glory of the 7 mile (or 3k for the less adventurous) road race it used to be.
I hate fun runs! And "races" with no timer.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/27/14 05:22 PM
I'm grouchy. One of my favorite annual races got redone for this year, and they turned it into a silly untimed run with water cannons and junk that's only 2.4 miles instead of the previous glory of the 7 mile (or 3k for the less adventurous) road race it used to be.
I hate fun runs! And "races" with no timer.
I'm kinda with Matt on this one. I dont need to pay just to go run and get wet. Its free everytime it rains. When I race, I like to "race".
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/27/14 05:27 PM
And I'm fine with these existing, and understand that they generate more revenue for whatever cause/organization, I'm just sad they took away my longest distance race option. There are very few 10k options around here, and only one 8k. I shall continue to sulk and pout.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/27/14 06:27 PM
I'm having trouble finding 10ks here Matt, so I can't imagine what it's like by you.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/27/14 06:31 PM
Just sign up for the 5k and run it twice. Always a safe bet, and you'll probably be the first one done with the 10k, and still have 5k people to chase after and beat
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 06/27/14 06:34 PM
Same to you then.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/14 02:27 PM
Push-up update!
If you've kept up through today, you've done 17,020 push-ups so far this year! Now that we've met and passed the halfway point on the calendar, it's all downhill from here...right??
Okay, so by push-up count, we're only a fourth of the way through the year (66,795 to go!). But hey, still doing great!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/14 02:49 PM
<<<---sick of pushups...hit my limit and am stuck there. But my slight OCD tendancy won't let me actually quit them!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/14 04:08 PM
<--has been skipping pushups except for the mandatory ones performed in TRX and Insanity. Although I did do around 30 the other evening and stopped when the poodle tried licking my face and sticking her tongue in my mouth because she has stinky poodle breath and I didn't want to be covered with stinky poodle dog saliva because that would just be too smelly.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/14 05:46 PM
I'm still in on the insane behavior. But only because I started one here in the bank and now I'm accountable here (where they can see me).
BTW, I could have gone all day without knowing how many we have done.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/14 07:08 PM
But doesn't it make you feel pretty darn studly??
Now the number we have left...that's just depressing.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/03/14 07:27 PM
It would make a good tshirt....
"I've done 17,020 pushups so far this year. What have you done?"
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/07/14 05:21 PM
But doesn't it make you feel pretty darn studly??
Good gosh I hope not!
Another reason I hit a limit...I knew there was a really good reason!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/07/14 05:30 PM
BBB can be the studly one, you can be a studlette!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/07/14 05:32 PM
its less studly when i start griping loudly at 150....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/08/14 02:59 PM
^^^whiner!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/15/14 02:27 PM
193..F@RT!....194...CARP!....195....SONOFA*#%!!!!....196....DONE!
There, that wasnt so bad.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/15/14 02:56 PM
Yeah, passing gas during pushups is the worst!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/15/14 03:46 PM
Its not a big problem with pushups, but when I do power cleans or squats....
"I.....must....not..........too late."
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/15/14 04:13 PM
Crunches were always bad ones, so I just don't do those anymore
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/21/14 02:40 PM
Day 200's come and gone. I keep finding new strategies to keep up. Currently I'm doing a set of 60 as soon as I roll out of bed, 50 before my workout, then depending on the day's workout it changes, but most days I do decreasing numbers with each set dropping by 10, as 60, 50, 40, 30, and 20 gets you a nice even 200, then the last set to make up the rest. That'll work for a little bit more at least! Still gets me though them all before 8:00 so I don't have to worry about them for the rest of the day.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/21/14 04:54 PM
At this point I just hate days that are not easily divided by 5 or 10. I dont mind doing sets of 50 or 55 or 20 or 25. But I hate doing a set of 2 or 12 or whatever.
Yeah I know..weird.
Posted By: Pale Rider
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/21/14 05:23 PM
Quirky!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/21/14 05:50 PM
other thread.....but yeah.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 07/21/14 08:29 PM
It's a counting thing.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/11/14 03:22 PM
Its day two hundred and twenty freaking three....
for those that are still in here in this horizontal he11.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/11/14 03:49 PM
The number got to high to count, so I just do what I can every day.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/12/14 01:44 PM
I'm still keeping up. Not happily, but I am.
Putting in my sets right now! 130 down...94 to go!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/12/14 03:14 PM
Slacked here. That Cinnabon last night was pretty tasty.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/12/14 04:13 PM
Hmmm..
Cinnabon pushups.....
This has possibilities!!!!!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/12/14 05:05 PM
Oh [censored], I'd be all over that!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/12/14 07:10 PM
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/12/14 10:20 PM
That might get me to do push ups.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 03:28 PM
Lets see....
There are 140 days left and lets say 6 people are still at it. And if it takes an average of 5 bites per cupcake.....
949,200 cupcakes please?
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 03:29 PM
I'm stalled out at 3 sets of 20. That's the point where my shoulder starts to complain.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 04:04 PM
You can always have the joint injected? You wont believe what a party that is!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 04:04 PM
I did around 45 last night, but I can't keep up...my right elbow ends up getting twerked if I'm not careful.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 04:05 PM
You can always have the joint injected? You wont believe what a party that is!
Or just have a joint
Posted By: RR Becca
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 04:09 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 04:10 PM
Check your local and state laws...of course.
Oklahoma's Gov just came out in favor of Medical MAry Jane....
Oh the pain!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 04:25 PM
And the anxiety.... Oh wait...recreational use is legal.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 04:50 PM
::pictures Freaks elbow twerking::
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 05:26 PM
Dont know about the elbow, but I can do the Chest, bicep and tricep twerk! ::puts on some Techno::
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 05:37 PM
The chicken dance?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 05:45 PM
Very similar.....
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 05:50 PM
The chicken dance is one I can do. Otherwise, I am rhythmically challenged and uncoordinated. Yet the chicken dance is in no way a "sexy" dance.
Posted By: manimal
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 06:11 PM
Unless you're doing it for a rooster...
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 07:46 PM
This really, REALLY large guy started doing the chicken dance at our world barrel racing championships...over the years, it became expected. He would even get on top of a barrel and do it with all the crowds going right along iwth him.
Each year he would outdo himself iwth various chicken hats to go along with it.
One year, he wasn't there...he had had a heart attack.
But he was back the next year.
He was a mayor of a town in New Jersey...such a fun guy with the greatest of personalities. I can't think of his name right off tho, darn it!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 08:04 PM
Does his
wife perpetual fiance drive a mazda?
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 08:09 PM
His name wasn't Eddie, I'm pretty sure of that!
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 08:14 PM
He could have used a stage name so no one would know.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 08:18 PM
Posted By: edAudit
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/13/14 08:22 PM
So know that his real name is not Eddie?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/21/14 02:39 PM
snap
231.
Crackle.
232.
Pop.
233.
Ouch, ouch, ouch.
There should be a pushup breakfast cereal.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/21/14 03:54 PM
170 in, will have to knock out the rest some time today behind my desk I guess! My shoulders/upper back are always tight in the morning now, but once they get the first set done, they feel better.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 08/21/14 06:28 PM
The last set was only 33!
My joints were particularly musical today for some reason.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 03:09 PM
Milestone today. I did my first set of 100, ever. Every morning when I roll out of bed I start with a set before I do anything else. I've been progressively adding 10 more to that starting number about every 2-3 weeks, and today started with 100. It took some effort, but boy was I awake by the end of that!
Day 272.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 03:31 PM
Awesome. Do some for me too, because I quit months ago.
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 03:46 PM
Well Matt! I have cut back to sets of 50. I did sets of 100 last year and the year before. I have given my shoulders a break this year.
272 or if you prefer it backwards 272.
Posted By: HappyGilmore
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 03:59 PM
Um, how 'bout no? When the vet says joint injections "aren't a long-term solution" for the horse, why on earth would I consider them for myself?
i had the cortisone shot into my shoulder due to a slap tear (minisucle tear in shoulder tendon). that was probably 5 years ago, and with the follow up physical therapy, have been pain free since. every now and then i have some discofort, but i just do the exercises i was given and it works itself out quickly.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 03:58 PM
WOW! After 30 my moobies hurt and I quit. I did some Friday evening, but I have a sporadic commitment to the effort....
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 05:13 PM
What ^^^ said. Only, I guess maybe that would be 'woobies' using that logic.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 05:26 PM
I do about 30 every time I go to the trainer, I'm not really committed to the effort at all.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 05:33 PM
For what it's worth, aside from being able to do more pushups, I'm not really sure it's doing anything for me
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 05:42 PM
For what it's worth, aside from being able to do more pushups, I'm not really sure it's doing anything for me
Matt, I promise you are stronger than you use to be. Pushups are not a great bulk exercise, but they develope what I call functional or practical strength.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 05:46 PM
So if a bunch of League of Shadows dudes bust into my house and set it on fire, and a beam falls on me, Alfred won't be able to grief me for not being able to push it off me?
I hope that's true!
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 05:57 PM
So if a bunch of League of Shadows dudes bust into my house and set it on fire, and a beam falls on me, Alfred won't be able to grief me for not being able to push it off me?
I hope that's true!
Or could just preventitivly do random pushups in public so that the League of Shaodws dudes wil know not to waste their time.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 06:29 PM
For what it's worth, aside from being able to do more pushups, I'm not really sure it's doing anything for me
Matt, I promise you are stronger than you use to be. Pushups are not a great bulk exercise, but they develope what I call functional or practical strength.
This!
What it does for me is allow me to pick up and throw hay bales much easier....and haul sacks of feed around too.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 06:48 PM
^^ Skills I do not require. And if I did, I'd just call you!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/29/14 08:09 PM
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 09/30/14 04:44 PM
This!
What it does for me is allow me to pick up and throw hay bales much easier....and haul sacks of feed around too.
Haybales, sacks, dead bodies.....it just makes it easier and thats what counts!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 11/24/14 04:41 PM
I made it up to day 326 (yesterday), but decided I'm taking today and possibly the next several off. My shoulder has been bugging me for about a week and a half, and doesn't seem to be improving (though not getting worse), so I'm thinking rest is needed. It doesn't hurt when I'm doing push-ups, but a variety of other things do hurt it, which I've been careful to avoid. Not sure if the push-ups are providing extra strain that's preventing healing, but figure I should give it some time and see.
I fully intend to make up the missed ones, though that's going to really suck later on!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/01/14 04:24 PM
I did the math today and realized I have over 2,600 push-ups to make up, in 31 days... I may have over-committed to that one.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/02/14 03:30 PM
If you want to keep your shoulder, I'd recommend re-assessing the situation.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/14 06:18 PM
So...verdict please!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/14 06:35 PM
Day three back to it, thus far I've done my daily ones and made up 200 of the deficit. No problems thus far, but no desire to push too far either. Don't need persnickety shoulders going into snow shoveling season!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/03/14 06:45 PM
Nope, sure as heck don't!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/12/14 04:25 PM
19 days, or 6,764 push-ups left in the year! 2,000 left to make up on top of that. Probably not going to happen.
But for perspective, at least 58,031 have been done year to date. I probably should've tracked the extra ones the first month or two to help offset my current deficiency! Drats for poor planning.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/15/14 02:35 PM
You'll know better next time.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/15/14 07:24 PM
2012 and 2014, that means I'm off until 2016!
I'll forget by then.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/14 04:03 PM
Thanks for motivating me Joker, by not being supportive at all!
I'll have you know that I have 200 left to complete today and will have done every single one that was required of me for the whole year. I had to do almost 650 yesterday, and as many today, but in the end, it'll be done and I can kind of feel good about that. Then take a few days to get to the point that my shoulders loosen up enough to be useful again!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/14 04:32 PM
Holy Cow! I am impressed! Any time you need me to be unmotivational...just let me know!
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 12/31/14 06:23 PM
I'm also impressed. I'd lose count trying to catch up.
I'll be participating in the burpee challenge at work. We'll see how it goes.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/15 02:57 PM
I kept a note in my phone with my current count and subtracted off as I went. I definitely wasn't keeping track in my head!
I'm glad to not have to do them anymore! Next week I'll have a fitness test to see how many I can do in a minute, so I'm taking a few more days off to recover my shoulder a bit but need to keep doing some at least just to be prepared.
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/15 03:27 PM
I intend to get my two pushups done today, but maybe not at the same time.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/15 03:39 PM
I've agreed to a plank challenge for January with my runner girls. 20 seconds isn't too bad. 270 seconds might be tough at the end of the month though!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/15 04:23 PM
Consecutively?? Yeah, that might be rough. I don't think I could do over 2.5 minutes right now, let alone 4.5!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/15 04:44 PM
Technically it's supposed to be consecutively. The girls were talking about how "easy" 20 seconds was until I reminded them that they couldn't just be in the position. They had to engage everything (shoulders, core, glutes, etc). When I do, I'm shaking by the end of 20 seconds. The trainer usually tries to push me over with his foot, I suggested they have their kids do that. Everyone suddenly didn't think it was so easy. Proper form is KEY!
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/15 04:52 PM
I can do 45, but that's about it.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/02/15 05:14 PM
The trainer never has us do more than about 30 seconds consecutively because he wants us to maintain perfect form. We do about 5 of them though with a short rest in between.
Posted By: RobinS
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/07/15 09:57 PM
Ok, so I wanted to try the pushup challenge in 2015 for my morning warm-up - but with a different twist. For the month of January up to the 30th I'm doing the number of pushups for the day and once I get to day 30 my plan is to stick with 30 every day for the rest of the year. I'm also doing the same for squats and crunches.
I'm trying my best to do "real" pushups and not knees down but I realized this morning I'm holding my breath. Question for the experts: Should I be breathing in on the way down and breathing out on the way up or the other way around?
Posted By: mtngrrl
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/07/15 10:03 PM
Consecutively?? Yeah, that might be rough. I don't think I could do over 2.5 minutes right now, let alone 4.5!
My PT wants me to work up to 3 minutes each, front and both sides. I'm at 1 minute 10 seconds as of this morning, and adding a second every day.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/07/15 10:13 PM
Awesome!! Great goal, and a reasonable way to get there!
I am not at all missing pushups. I think I did one set of 25 (by accident) last week, otherwise none this year so far.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/07/15 10:25 PM
Consecutively?? Yeah, that might be rough. I don't think I could do over 2.5 minutes right now, let alone 4.5!
My PT wants me to work up to 3 minutes each, front and both sides. I'm at 1 minute 10 seconds as of this morning, and adding a second every day.
I'm up to 1 minute front and 45 seconds side. Those side ones are tough!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/07/15 10:25 PM
Ok, so I wanted to try the pushup challenge in 2015 for my morning warm-up - but with a different twist. For the month of January up to the 30th I'm doing the number of pushups for the day and once I get to day 30 my plan is to stick with 30 every day for the rest of the year. I'm also doing the same for squats and crunches.
I'm trying my best to do "real" pushups and not knees down but I realized this morning I'm holding my breath. Question for the experts: Should I be breathing in on the way down and breathing out on the way up or the other way around?
I like this plan a lot! I've got nothing on the breathing, other than I know you're supposed to do it. Sorry!
Posted By: MyBrainHurts
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/07/15 10:55 PM
I have never once thought about my breathing while doing push ups. Some unconscious part of your brain is supposed to do that. My conscious brain is more worried about whether anyone is laughing at me.
Posted By: RR Joker
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/15 02:59 PM
OOPS! Sorry.
Posted By: mtngrrl
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/15 04:17 PM
Consecutively?? Yeah, that might be rough. I don't think I could do over 2.5 minutes right now, let alone 4.5!
My PT wants me to work up to 3 minutes each, front and both sides. I'm at 1 minute 10 seconds as of this morning, and adding a second every day.
I'm up to 1 minute front and 45 seconds side. Those side ones are tough!
Yup! Although this morning I zoned out and realized I did a minute 30 on the left, so I pushed for a minute 30 on the right as well. The bummer is now I won't let myself go back!!!
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/15 04:40 PM
I'm trying my best to do "real" pushups and not knees down but I realized this morning I'm holding my breath. Question for the experts: Should I be breathing in on the way down and breathing out on the way up or the other way around?
I will offer my non-professional opinion. I always inhale going down, and exhale going up. It seems more natural, and you can convince yourself your vigorous exhaling is propelling you upwards! I will also find myself not breathing if I don't think about it. At 50, not that bad, but hitting 75 without a breath, you suddenly feel like you're about to die!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/15 07:32 PM
Consecutively?? Yeah, that might be rough. I don't think I could do over 2.5 minutes right now, let alone 4.5!
My PT wants me to work up to 3 minutes each, front and both sides. I'm at 1 minute 10 seconds as of this morning, and adding a second every day.
I'm up to 1 minute front and 45 seconds side. Those side ones are tough!
Yup! Although this morning I zoned out and realized I did a minute 30 on the left, so I pushed for a minute 30 on the right as well. The bummer is now I won't let myself go back!!!
Are you doing them on your forearms or fully extended? I was on my forearms, but for some reason decided to do the side ones fully extended last time and they seemed easier.
Posted By: RobinS
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/15 09:56 PM
I'm trying my best to do "real" pushups and not knees down but I realized this morning I'm holding my breath. Question for the experts: Should I be breathing in on the way down and breathing out on the way up or the other way around?
I will offer my non-professional opinion. I always inhale going down, and exhale going up. It seems more natural, and you can convince yourself your vigorous exhaling is propelling you upwards! I will also find myself not breathing if I don't think about it. At 50, not that bad, but hitting 75 without a breath, you suddenly feel like you're about to die!
Thanks Matt! This morning I think I was breathing that way. For me, I can't get past 3 without a breath and feeling like I'm dying
Posted By: mtngrrl
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/15 10:13 PM
Are you doing them on your forearms or fully extended? I was on my forearms, but for some reason decided to do the side ones fully extended last time and they seemed easier.
Forearms. I just don't have the balance to do them fully extended--I fall over!
When I asked the PT about it, she said she wants me to do them on the forearms anyway. Easier on the shoulders, tougher on the core.
Posted By: 'Lil Freak!
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/08/15 10:48 PM
I'm trying my best to do "real" pushups and not knees down but I realized this morning I'm holding my breath. Question for the experts: Should I be breathing in on the way down and breathing out on the way up or the other way around?
I will offer my non-professional opinion. I always inhale going down, and exhale going up. It seems more natural, and you can convince yourself your vigorous exhaling is propelling you upwards! I will also find myself not breathing if I don't think about it. At 50, not that bad, but hitting 75 without a breath, you suddenly feel like you're about to die!
Thanks Matt! This morning I think I was breathing that way. For me, I can't get past 3 without a breath and feeling like I'm dying
I Googled it (listen to Matt):
What's the Proper Push-Up Form?
Common mistakes most people make when performing a push-up include going too fast and using only partial range of motion. In the video above, Darin Steen demonstrates the perfect push-up. First, slow it down and use a three-second contraction. Try to really feel the muscle groups you're targeting, and do a full range of motion -- starting all the way down at the floor and pushing all the way up.
Pay particular attention to the alignment of your elbows. The ideal angle from your sides is about 45 degrees. This allows you to effectively work your chest muscles and prevent injuries from overextension. I recommend watching Darin's demonstration of the proper form, but here's a summary of key points to remember:
•Keep your body stiff and straight as a plank
•Elbows at a 45-degree angle from your sides
•Breathe in on the way down
•Lower your body all the way down, allowing your sternum to gently touch the floor
•Breathe out on the way up
Posted By: RobinS
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/09/15 05:14 PM
Thank you Freak! Think I need to watch the video...
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/15 08:08 PM
I have talked a bunch of the people in the running group that I am coaching into the pushup challenge.
They already hate me!
Posted By: RobinS
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/15 09:14 PM
I was hating my new routine at day 12 - and still hating it. I'm glad I'm only planning to doing 30 and sticking with that the whole year. Will I ever stop hating it? Will they ever get easier? I'm such a girlie whimp!
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/15 09:37 PM
They will get easier, but if you hate them you're not likely to continue. Is there an alternative you might like better and be more likely to stick with?
Posted By: Bankbb1, PITA
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/15 10:22 PM
Robin, think in terms of the potential result, eye on the prize as it were.
By doing pushups, you are expanding yourself physically, mentally and spiritually. Yes, I'm serious.
There is a point (if you allow it) in which you find an amazement with yourself anytime that you push beyond a given thresh hold. It doesn't have to be 100 pushups, or 50 or even 30. Its realizing that you have attained somnething new and are now stronger for it. If you can do it with pushups, what else might be attainable?
That's about as much Zen as I can muster today.
Posted By: RR Jen
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/26/15 11:45 PM
I'm impressed. It's much more than I had. Good job dude.
Posted By: Matt_B
Re: 2012 Pushup Challenge - 01/27/15 03:00 PM
For contrast, 28 days ago I did about 700 pushups. Today, I had 48 in my workout, and had to switch to my knees for the last dozen or so. (this was after 4 other chest exercises) But what I'm doing today is largely because of what I did last year in that area. So while it wasn't really fun or easy, it got me somewhere and it was totally worth it!
Push through, it will absolutely get easier as you keep with it!