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A couple of interesting things I've noticed this week.

building strength on hamstrings, two weeks between workouts and I'm still gaining strength. You don't lose strength in two weeks which leads me to believe I can build a 14 day workout with a wider spread and more dedicated focus on exercises.

There's only so much you can do in one workout and it gets to the point where you're cooked. I think I've found the right balance for myself.

Adductor stretches with bands, warm up
Alternating sets of hamstring curls X10 building to a failed set less than 10 reps, a single dropset to failure and 24KG kettlebell RDL's
I think I went 1 set at 20KG, 39KG, 46KG and 53KG
Hip Thrusts with the Builder machine at 40KG 10 reps slow and controlled with a pause. This is one exercise I think many people ego lift on.
Maxed out on the single leg adductor/abductor machine for 10 reps, did a static 1 minute hold both legs for 1 minute.

I could do some ab work later tonight, but have an ab focus day if I get this 14 day workout happening.
 
:eek: How the hell is this humanly possible >

The Lithuanian ultra marathoner stunned the running world at the IAU 24-hour European championships earlier this week when he covered 319.614km in 24 hours — more than the equivalent distance of going from Sydney to Canberra.

Staggeringly, the 40-year-old averaged a pace of 4:30 per kilometre. That’s a very good pace for the average runner over short distances. Sorokin did it non-stop, for 24 hours.

 

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Is an air/assault bike a good idea for 65+ seniors? I was thinking of getting one for my parents but I've heard they're brutal and don't want them to flog themselves to death literally. My mum had a pulmonary embolism in May, so her lungs aren't good so anything high-intensity I'm cautious of.

But they could still get a good low-intensity cardio workout from the air dyne, I believe. It seems to have the advantage of low impact while getting upper and lower body movement.
 
Coolangatta said:
Is an air/assault bike a good idea for 65+ seniors? I was thinking of getting one for my parents but I've heard they're brutal and don't want them to flog themselves to death literally. My mum had a pulmonary embolism in May, so her lungs aren't good so anything high-intensity I'm cautious of.

But they could still get a good low-intensity cardio workout from the air dyne, I believe. It seems to have the advantage of low impact while getting upper and lower body movement.
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Would be totally unnecessary and probably a bit dangerous for your mum.
A standard Upright Bike would be fine, or as the weather clears up just going for walks would be far better for them
 
Kram said:
I'll never understand people's obsession with performing cardio indoors.
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Unsure. But probably a variety of reasons individual to them. Could be comfort, safety (at night or even day), able to socialise if they want, or options to cardio then weights thereafter in the confined setting.

Whilst I don’t hop onto a stationary bike, I no longer ride outdoors. Too many safety hazards for my liking. So that maybe a reason for someone out there.
 
Jugada said:
Im the opposite. I dont understand why you would want to do cardio outdoors in the weather when you can get perfect conditions, variety, convenience and entertainment all at the gym
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Because all of those bonuses are things we should seek the opposite of from time to time. I ride mountain bikes, I think one of the biggest benefits of it is the mental side of being outside in the sun or rain, in a natural environment and away from distractions like a tiny screen in your face.
 
Kram said:
I'll never understand people's obsession with performing cardio indoors.
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I can understand people who don't feel safe walking outside at night using the gym.
Or if the weather is ****ed making an exception.
But yeah outside is so much better than the treadmill
 
Kram said:
I'll never understand people's obsession with performing cardio indoors.
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I tend to agree but i rehabbing the blown achilles i cant run and even a bike is a risky proposition (break some scar tissue or over extend it 10kms into a ride and im cactus). So rehabbing or recovering from injury is keeping me at home in the gym at the moment.
 
Milpool said:
Because all of those bonuses are things we should seek the opposite of from time to time. I ride mountain bikes, I think one of the biggest benefits of it is the mental side of being outside in the sun or rain, in a natural environment and away from distractions like a tiny screen in your face.
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dont forget vitamin D from teh sun.


i think at the end of the day, if a gym goer does not like riding or running outside and it they do it causes stress/anxiety then inside is best for them
 

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Kram said:
I'll never understand people's obsession with performing cardio indoors.
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I cannot even begin to understand how some people will drive to a gym and then spend their entire time on a treadmill with no incline.

I mean why wouldnt you just take a walk around your neighborhood? Much healthier too for a variety of reasons.

I can understand during times of inclement weather, but on a pleasant day its pretty crazy activity to do.
 
Milpool said:
Because all of those bonuses are things we should seek the opposite of from time to time. I ride mountain bikes, I think one of the biggest benefits of it is the mental side of being outside in the sun or rain, in a natural environment and away from distractions like a tiny screen in your face.
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Not to mention also, if you play outdoor sports, its a great way to condition you body if you train outdoors.
 
It's alright for a quick warm up/down or I guess if someone has physical problems like an injury.

But otherwise go outside, get some fresh air and even challenge yourself. Even if it's just a walk, I actually find that one of life's most simple and enjoyable things to do and clear your mind.
 
Kram said:
It's alright for a quick warm up/down or I guess if someone has physical problems like an injury.

But otherwise go outside, get some fresh air and even challenge yourself. Even if it's just a walk, I actually find that one of life's most simple and enjoyable things to do and clear your mind.
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Treadmills have their place as do stationary bikes and rowing machines.
I'd rather someone was using them than doing nothing.
People get so elitist about exercise, i mean there is an entire industry based around it.

I agree we like to overcomplicate and overthink simple things but we also like to judge and gate keep
 
Kram said:
It's alright for a quick warm up/down or I guess if someone has physical problems like an injury.

But otherwise go outside, get some fresh air and even challenge yourself. Even if it's just a walk, I actually find that one of life's most simple and enjoyable things to do and clear your mind.
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Yes absolutely true about clear mind etc. I find that a great positive aspect of walking. but i also acknowledge people who don’t want to do that and instead hit the ‘mills. Personally don’t have a problem with it.

But then there are people who ask “why are you walking? You should be running or at least jogging”. Where does it end?
 
Gralin said:
Treadmills have their place as do stationary bikes and rowing machines.
I'd rather someone was using them than doing nothing.
People get so elitist about exercise, i mean there is an entire industry based around it.

I agree we like to overcomplicate and overthink simple things but we also like to judge and gate keep
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To each their own absolutely.

Gym is an amazing place to find judgement even though it prides itself on being the antithesis of it.

It is little wonder people are apprentice about joining and starting off whether they be small or big.
 
Going to check out a new gym today. Revo Fitness has opened (or will soon be opening) a few new gyms in my accessibility range. I've already been a member of the Glenelg one for a couple of years (since it was called The Gym Glenelg before the rebrand to Revo). Thought I'd check out the new Beverley one today and see how it compares. I need to do something active today, after not working out since Monday (apart from racing around like a nut at work this week).
 
I've been walking too lately and resisting eating when I get home from work (midnight) and just doing that have lost 4kgs in under 2 weeks.

I think there's definitely something in that intermittent fasting too.

Dinner around 6pm then nothing til like 9am good 15 hrs break without nibbling

On SM-S908E using BigFooty.com mobile app
 
Two Coins said:
Is it still considered smart to drink 2+ litres of water per day when trying to lose weight?

Or what is the best course of action?
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Weirdly, your question reminded me of this:
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Two surprising reasons behind the obesity epidemic: Too much salt, not enough water

Studies show that most people who are overweight or obese are also chronically dehydrated.
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As an aside, I drink a fair bit of soda water after dinner as I get chronic night hunger and it helps fill me up
 

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