Losing weight/fitness thread

[Neilds]

Despite dropping nearly a stone in the last six months, I still have a fat stomach. I should really start doing some press-ups & sit-ups at home perhaps - but I've started this several times in the past and I never keep it up more than a week or two. As soon as you miss one day, that's it, it's over.

What's the least amount I could do each do that would still make a difference? Or are there any other exercises that would be more effective? Must be the bare minimum otherwise I'll just abandon it quickly again. Planking maybe?

Unfortunately you cannot target fat loss to a specific area, the body doesn't know where to take the energy (calories/fat) from when you exercise. You can, however, work on the core stomach muscles with targeted exercise, such as the plank, which may make the stomach look slimmer. I recommend getting a kettlebell and looking on the web for core exercises. Some good workouts that last less than 10 minutes a day so should be doable - even for lazy buggers

 

[Orikoru]

Unfortunately you cannot target fat loss to a specific area, the body doesn't know where to take the energy (calories/fat) from when you exercise. You can, however, work on the core stomach muscles with targeted exercise, such as the plank, which may make the stomach look slimmer. I recommend getting a kettlebell and looking on the web for core exercises. Some good workouts that last less than 10 minutes a day so should be doable - even for lazy buggers

Then how does it know to drop the fat there in the first place? Typical!

Cheers. I remember the core/kettlebell thing from the brief time I had an online personal trainer in one of the lockdowns. Where you sit on the floor and kind of move it from side to side.

 

[Neilds]

Then how does it know to drop the fat there in the first place? Typical!

Cheers. I remember the core/kettlebell thing from the brief time I had an online personal trainer in one of the lockdowns. Where you sit on the floor and kind of move it from side to side.

Think you mean Russian Twists? Sat in a V and twist the KB to each side - can be a killer but worthwhile

 

[Marshy77]

Back in the groove. Gym 3 times last week and twice this week including trying incorporate more stretching at home everyday. Count down to holiday is on so trying to do as much as I can to feel confident whilst away.

So many gymfluencers on social media seem to be really getting stuck into the 'if you haven't started yet then it's too late' posts for the summer. Very true but do you all have to post the same thing all at the same time. It's like they all follow the same script!!

 

[BrianM]

Weighed myself today after my exploits in Barcelona, down to 12.9 st/lb, lowest I've been.
I've done 1 run this week, 6.13 miles in 55mins, 8.58 mins per mile.
Gym session today, Chest and Triceps then 5 mins at the end on the Ski Erg.
On the reserve list for Hyrox Birmingham, so hopefully get into that.

 

[Bazz]

I'm going to have to wait until midnight to run if it doesn't cool down soon.

 

[Hobbit]

I'm going to have to wait until midnight to run if it doesn't cool down soon.

I’ve pencilled in mid October.

 

[Bazz]

I’ve pencilled in mid October.

I'm on holiday in Cyprus next week and it's looking like I need to take a head torch.

 

[BrianM]

8.5 miles run last weekend and the Gym Tuesday, Wednesday and today.
Really struggling at the gym at the moment, have been on 1500 calories for 8 days now, taking it's toll on me now.
Looking as lean as I ever have, but it does come at a cost.

 

[Marshy77]

8.5 miles run last weekend and the Gym Tuesday, Wednesday and today.
Really struggling at the gym at the moment, have been on 1500 calories for 8 days now, taking it's toll on me now.
Looking as lean as I ever have, but it does come at a cost.

Sticking to calories is so hard!! Hate it when I've done it. You always want food that you've not had in ages!

 

[Fromtherough]

I’m currently restricting calories too. Circa 1700 per day… I’ve been really strict on eating. However, this glorious weather is playing havoc with my diet. Whether it be a cheeky couple of beers in the garden, calling in for a few on the nightly dog walk or a full on session in the beer garden the healthy eating benefits are being eroded. As soon as that sun is shining, I feel an urge to have a scoop.

 

[Orikoru]

Have now made it down to 13 stone, so a stone lost this year with no exercise other than golf. Am starting to feel a bit better about myself - another half stone would be nice though!

 

[BrianM]

Have now made it down to 13 stone, so a stone lost this year with no exercise other than golf. Am starting to feel a bit better about myself - another half stone would be nice though!

Just keep at it, 80/20 consistency is the key in my opinion

 

[chellie]

I've stopped counting calories and am now eating more. Losing weight as well as getting stronger and lifting heavier weights.

 

[Burnsey]

Gained weight after my tandem ride, so started the week with a strict plan and dropped a kilo this week.

Target is 5 this quarter, which is achievable.

 

[Oddsocks]

Been following the thread just not commenting daily, seems everyone is still cracking on so fair play all

I’m still in and things are progressing well more so with the strength in the left leg that’s shot and general all round strength, I lost weight the wrong way a few years back so it was never about the overall weight as a target, it was more about building muscle mass as the weight loss should come.

However something has come to light which I confused on. I broke my left knee bad in 98 and destroyed the acl in 2000 and as such have favoured my right side for everything for 20+ years. When joining the gym in October my left thigh was the same size as both calf’s and 4inch smaller in diameter than my right (favoured) leg so this was always a main focus, but it’s come to light that general muscle strength and density on the entire left side is less and this has been confirmed by the chiropractor especially in the the lower back, shoulders and chest.

Long term I could just power through trying consciously trying to use more effort on that side however I’m wondering if anyone as trained isolated on one side? Even maybe an additional set single sided in each session?

I’m currently doing all seated press’s leg extensions, seated leg curls, split squats and weighted hips thrusts independently which is stopping the right leg working harder or carrying the left which is proving to work, weight pushed has over doubled in 6 months with reps also increased so I’m thinking if it worked on the legs……

Interested to hear any pros or cons from anyone who has tried similar.

 

[Hobbit]

Been following the thread just not commenting daily, seems everyone is still cracking on so fair play all

I’m still in and things are progressing well more so with the strength in the left leg that’s shot and general all round strength, I lost weight the wrong way a few years back so it was never about the overall weight as a target, it was more about building muscle mass as the weight loss should come.

However something has come to light which I confused on. I broke my left knee bad in 98 and destroyed the acl in 2000 and as such have favoured my right side for everything for 20+ years. When joining the gym in October my left thigh was the same size as both calf’s and 4inch smaller in diameter than my right (favoured) leg so this was always a main focus, but it’s come to light that general muscle strength and density on the entire left side is less and this has been confirmed by the chiropractor especially in the the lower back, shoulders and chest.

Long term I could just power through trying consciously trying to use more effort on that side however I’m wondering if anyone as trained isolated on one side? Even maybe an additional set single sided in each session?

I’m currently doing all seated press’s leg extensions, seated leg curls, split squats and weighted hips thrusts independently which is stopping the right leg working harder or carrying the left which is proving to work, weight pushed has over doubled in 6 months with reps also increased so I’m thinking if it worked on the legs……

Interested to hear any pros or cons from anyone who has tried similar.

You’re pretty much doing the things a NHS physio would tell someone who’d had a serious leg break. From what I can vaguely remember there are 4-5 single leg squats that form the core of what you’re trying to achieve.

A quick Google search should bring them up.

 

[BrianM]

Been following the thread just not commenting daily, seems everyone is still cracking on so fair play all

I’m still in and things are progressing well more so with the strength in the left leg that’s shot and general all round strength, I lost weight the wrong way a few years back so it was never about the overall weight as a target, it was more about building muscle mass as the weight loss should come.

However something has come to light which I confused on. I broke my left knee bad in 98 and destroyed the acl in 2000 and as such have favoured my right side for everything for 20+ years. When joining the gym in October my left thigh was the same size as both calf’s and 4inch smaller in diameter than my right (favoured) leg so this was always a main focus, but it’s come to light that general muscle strength and density on the entire left side is less and this has been confirmed by the chiropractor especially in the the lower back, shoulders and chest.

Long term I could just power through trying consciously trying to use more effort on that side however I’m wondering if anyone as trained isolated on one side? Even maybe an additional set single sided in each session?

I’m currently doing all seated press’s leg extensions, seated leg curls, split squats and weighted hips thrusts independently which is stopping the right leg working harder or carrying the left which is proving to work, weight pushed has over doubled in 6 months with reps also increased so I’m thinking if it worked on the legs……

Interested to hear any pros or cons from anyone who has tried similar.

100% it will work by doing extra on your weaker side, I try and do extra on my left side for shoulder presses as it gives up well before my right.
Try doing Bulgarian Split Squats and doing extra on your weaker side, if your consistent, you should get them close enough to being symmetrical.

 

[BrianM]

8 Miles over the weekend in blistering heat Saturday and Sunday, happy just to get them out of the way.
Was at the gym tonight and plan for week is, Gym, Run, Gym, Gym, Run, Takeaway and watch the Open after work

 

[GreiginFife]

8 Miles over the weekend in blistering heat Saturday and Sunday, happy just to get them out of the way.
Was at the gym tonight and plan for week is, Gym, Run, Gym, Gym, Run, Takeaway and watch the Open after work

I have a similar schedule planned. But decided last minute to cancel gym and run…