*.* 2014 General Fitness Thread *.*

[penguinz]

Welcome to 2014! Now get your ass in top physical condition!

No one else started it so here it is!

**From the 2013 Thread**

If you want to get back into lifting, or need a new lifting routine, START HERE:

http://startingstrength.wikia.com/wi...inner_Programs

If you have questions about the SS programs, look here:

http://startingstrength.wikia.com/wiki/FAQ

Keep in mind that you're a novice lifter for a longer period of time than you think you are. Novice lifting can last anywhere from a few months to a year or two, depending on how hard you hit the weights and where you started.

Once you've reached the point where you don't make regular progress on the SS program, you are ready to move on to the intermediate stage, which can last you for a good number of years. Find it HERE:

http://madcow.hostzi.com/5x5_Program/Linear_5x5.htm

If you're a very advanced lifter (many, many years of CONSISTENT weight training), then there are lot of programs out there, and which one you pick is simply a matter of preference. If you're really that advanced, you should know what works for you and what doesn't by this point.

[Saccopoo]

Originally Posted by Douche Baggins

I'm just saying generally my ass does not touch my calves.

I will try that.

Yeah, but your finger seems to have no problem.

Like your calves are something special...pfft.

Now, back to my supersetting of pushups, pullups and dips.

Hugh Jackman is trembling as I type this.

[jiveturkey]

I'm going to put this here and maybe the "Stop eating sugar" thread.

I've railed on this before and it still pissed me off today.

A little over 3 years ago and I had my first bad blood pressure reading ever and it was something like 140/90. It's what put me on the straight and narrow (diet and exercise). For the longest time it wouldn't come down regardless of what I did and I was monitoring it at home from time to time.

Then I went to a new doc who checked it the old fashion way and I was 110/70. I was floored. I told him the story and he told me that the automated machines are always high. He showed me by taking a reading on my other arm 5 minutes later and it was 140/90.

I recently had my annual test with my insurance company (we get reward points for good numbers and that means cash money) and they used the automated sleeve. I was of course 140/90 and when I asked for a manual reading they looked at me like I was on fire. So the shitty number went in the system. I am however able to get retested whenever I like so I went back to the new doc and I'm at 115/62, basically Superman.

Moral of the story - **** those automated sleeves!

[GordonGekko]

Originally Posted by jiveturkey

I'm going to put this here and maybe the "Stop eating sugar" thread.

I've railed on this before and it still pissed me off today.

A little over 3 years ago and I had my first bad blood pressure reading ever and it was something like 140/90. It's what put me on the straight and narrow (diet and exercise). For the longest time it wouldn't come down regardless of what I did and I was monitoring it at home from time to time.

Then I went to a new doc who checked it the old fashion way and I was 110/70. I was floored. I told him the story and he told me that the automated machines are always high. He showed me by taking a reading on my other arm 5 minutes later and it was 140/90.

I recently had my annual test with my insurance company (we get reward points for good numbers and that means cash money) and they used the automated sleeve. I was of course 140/90 and when I asked for a manual reading they looked at me like I was on fire. So the shitty number went in the system. I am however able to get retested whenever I like so I went back to the new doc and I'm at 115/62, basically Superman.

Moral of the story - **** those automated sleeves!

If true, this is actually pretty dangerous to people who are getting treated for HBP when their's is fine.

[KC native]

Originally Posted by GordonGekko

If true, this is actually pretty dangerous to people who are getting treated for HBP when their's is fine.

It's not true for all automated sleeves, but it is true for a lot of them. If you get a high reading then a good doctor will check manually to verify (that's what mine does).

[jiveturkey]

Originally Posted by KC native

It's not true for all automated sleeves, but it is true for a lot of them. If you get a high reading then a good doctor will check manually to verify (that's what mine does).

And it might not be true for all individuals. It just flat doesn't work on me.

Your advice stands. When in doubt, double check (manually).

[Simply Red]

www.woot.com

[Silock]

I think that stuff tastes like ass.

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by Silock

I think that stuff tastes like ass.

Never had it - just saw it looked like a fair deal.

I tried to work out yesterday without success. I'm just not quite 100%.

It blows. I've been working core some and fasting some.

Do you think I should simply take another entire week off?


Again this is regarding the rotator strain.

[Brock]

Originally Posted by Simply Red

Never had it - just saw it looked like a fair deal.

I tried to work out yesterday without success. I'm just not quite 100%.

It blows. I've been working core some and fasting some.

Do you think I should simply take another entire week off?


Again this is regarding the rotator strain.

What can't you do because of the pain? I would just continue to do what you can do while rehabbing the shoulder. You are rehabbing the shoulder, right? Ice, heat, stretching?

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by Brock

What can't you do because of the pain? I would just continue to do what you can do while rehabbing the shoulder. You are rehabbing the shoulder, right? Ice, heat, stretching?

I NEED to ice bro, admittedly i've not. I HAVE done the Epsom salt baths - I'm not sure that's a good thing though.

Mostly just resting it. This is the first time I've had an injury of this sort - I DO feel it getting stronger - but felt a little negative kickback while only doing curls. My fear is re-injury. So.... IDK

[Silock]

Let it heal. Do what you can without using it, even if that's just cardio.

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by Silock

Let it heal. Do what you can without using it, even if that's just cardio.

thanks mate.

[Simply Red]

Think I'll practice Tuesday, I'm guessing.

[Hammock Parties]

Originally Posted by Simply Red

Think I'll practice Tuesday, I'm guessing.

[Simply Red]

I'm literally ripping my lower Abs this morning.