2013 Glasto 'Get fit' thread

[AiiShotTheDJ]

you don't need to do so many diff types of cardio

I just stick to the steps or the bike or cross trainer for the entire session/workout

I just do an hour steps..no messing about then today 45mins on the bike

no need to waste time and move between equipment

also - do you do any weights? should try and add some in

[Sparticus]

I like doing different cardio - I get bored if not and just walk out and go to Nando's haha. I've never done weights because I didn't want to gain muscle?!

[AiiShotTheDJ]

Another vote here for throwing in some free weights, to gain the amount of muscle bodybuilders have takes serious work, but there's nothing wrong with weights plus cardio.

[markeee]

Another vote here for throwing in some free weights, to gain the amount of muscle bodybuilders have takes serious work, but there's nothing wrong with weights plus cardio.

[markeee]

Will defo throw in some freeweights then! It might seem an oveer exaggeration, but this thread has inspired me not to be the chubby in the photo-especially at my first Glastonbury! So I just went to the gym and decided to give it my all - I've just completed my first ever (literally ever) 2 mile run at a total of 24 minutes. Not a great time but for me, it's a major achievement. A year ago, I HATED exercise, refused to go to the gym or even for a walk, lived on takeouts and ballooned! I started 6 months ago with 1 minute interval training where I could only manage to run for 30 seconds!

[geebus]

A 12 minute mile isn't actually that bad in the grand scheme of things.

I went for a quick run with the dog last night (just under a couple of miles) and averaged 9:08 minutes a mile. I'm far from a 'runner', but now consider myself to be at a reasonable level of fitness (474ft climb in first mile of said route, which makes it more interesting!)

And yes - for women it's actually even harder to 'bulk up' - to get any more than 'nicely toned' the serious body builders put a lot of effort in, so the typical worries of "don't want to look muscly" are misplaced.

And even if you start working up the weights, you're going to see where you are when you want to stop if it really did come to the point you started to "get big".

[AiiShotTheDJ]

I just realised, I also assumed you were a guy - not sure why

still weights wont hurt - just lighter weights higher reps to build and tone muscle

and re 2miles 24mins..everyone starts somewhere

consistency is the key..not taking days off here and there or excuses like most people do

thats why gyms are mainly full of people who you wouldn't know go to a gym..they go then reward themselves with a cake or few pints..they then skip it when it's cold or wet and in turn make little progress

[AiiShotTheDJ]

A 12 minute mile isn't actually that bad in the grand scheme of things.

I went for a quick run with the dog last night (just under a couple of miles) and averaged 9:08 minutes a mile. I'm far from a 'runner', but now consider myself to be at a reasonable level of fitness (474ft climb in first mile of said route, which makes it more interesting!)

And yes - for women it's actually even harder to 'bulk up' - to get any more than 'nicely toned' the serious body builders put a lot of effort in, so the typical worries of "don't want to look muscly" are misplaced.

And even if you start working up the weights, you're going to see where you are when you want to stop if it really did come to the point you started to "get big".

[James Bolivar]

Thank you for a newbie I'm quite impressed with myself. I don't class myself as a "runner" either - I'm not small and nimble but big and clumsy and I run like a penguin! Perseverence and all that! I'm impressed with the climb - I would have rolled back down again What sort of weights should I be doing? I tried the freeweights and felt REALLY intimidated by the posers in the corner so swiftly made my exit. The gym has a lot of machines but I'm not sure which to use. Also, a really daft question but can you train yourself to run quicker? 5.3 on the treadmill is a comfortable speed for me which means I can build on time - should I be building speed as well say 5.5 for 100 calories then a drop down?

[markeee]

Thank you for a newbie I'm quite impressed with myself. I don't class myself as a "runner" either - I'm not small and nimble but big and clumsy and I run like a penguin! Perseverence and all that! I'm impressed with the climb - I would have rolled back down again What sort of weights should I be doing? I tried the freeweights and felt REALLY intimidated by the posers in the corner so swiftly made my exit. The gym has a lot of machines but I'm not sure which to use. Also, a really daft question but can you train yourself to run quicker? 5.3 on the treadmill is a comfortable speed for me which means I can build on time - should I be building speed as well say 5.5 for 100 calories then a drop down?

[BooBooKittyF**K]

Hello! I am also tryin to get fit before Glasto, largely so my body can handle the huge amounts of walking and heavy liftin (aka the tent!). I'm relatively fit, but without much muscle so I'm doing a range of weighted classes like circuits and specific legs/arms/core classes.

I hate cardio work, much prefer resistence/weights. That said I'm tryin to get out for an hours walk over lunchtime a couple of days a week, and I've got a kettlebell DVD workout to use at home!

If you want to tone up and build lean muscle, kettlebells are AWESOME. Most gyms should have them, but they aren't too expensive to buy to use at home if you don't have access to a gym. Google kettlebell exercises and you'll find loads of exercise plans and YouTube videos to follow!

[markeee]

Hello! I am also tryin to get fit before Glasto, largely so my body can handle the huge amounts of walking and heavy liftin (aka the tent!). I'm relatively fit, but without much muscle so I'm doing a range of weighted classes like circuits and specific legs/arms/core classes.

I hate cardio work, much prefer resistence/weights. That said I'm tryin to get out for an hours walk over lunchtime a couple of days a week, and I've got a kettlebell DVD workout to use at home!

If you want to tone up and build lean muscle, kettlebells are AWESOME. Most gyms should have them, but they aren't too expensive to buy to use at home if you don't have access to a gym. Google kettlebell exercises and you'll find loads of exercise plans and YouTube videos to follow!

Edited October 16, 2012 by markeee

[BooBooKittyF**K]

yea i sometimes use kettlebellls for lunges and shoulder exercises

getting ready for glasto already eh?

plenty of time

[markeee]

Kettlebell swings are the best exercise for all over body and core strength (this is a good YouTube demo!

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Does seem early to get in shape BUT I have a big fundraising event I am running at the end of November which I'd also like to shape up for - sadly I am so unmotivated so thinking starting early is key!

[evilduck]

I've lost about 2 1/2 stone since the last Glasto, but I've still got around 2 stone more to go. I did start doing the Couch to 5K over summer, but its getting harder to motivate myself to get outside now that its cold and rainy! I don't really do gyms unfortunately though.

[geebus]

Thank you for a newbie I'm quite impressed with myself. I don't class myself as a "runner" either - I'm not small and nimble but big and clumsy and I run like a penguin! Perseverence and all that! I'm impressed with the climb - I would have rolled back down again What sort of weights should I be doing? I tried the freeweights and felt REALLY intimidated by the posers in the corner so swiftly made my exit. The gym has a lot of machines but I'm not sure which to use. Also, a really daft question but can you train yourself to run quicker? 5.3 on the treadmill is a comfortable speed for me which means I can build on time - should I be building speed as well say 5.5 for 100 calories then a drop down?

[Krazypinkminx]

Oh god does this really mean I have to get off my butt to get fit, probably why I dont succeed well at sport,lol All i know is I have to be fitter than last year so got to start somewhere.

[Aby]

Those who are wanting to look into weight training but are unfamiliar with the machines / not sure what to do with the free weights - if your gym does group exercise give Body Pump a go, it's an absolute winner

[oneeye]

I did start doing the Couch to 5K over summer, but its getting harder to motivate myself to get outside now that its cold and rainy! I don't really do gyms unfortunately though.

Edited October 16, 2012 by oneeye

[markeee]

It sounds like you've talked yourself out of it already

The hardest part of any type of exercise is actually putting your training gear on; once you get going its's great.

Outdoor winter jogging/running is far more beneficial (and enjoyable) than treadmills, just make sure that you have the correct clothing and footwear. It's a great way to get fit and loose weight

What you should do is vary your speed/time and route; go for actual time on your feet rather than speed/distance travelled, ie jog for 40 mins rather than aim to do 5 miles, and take rest days.

When jogging you should be able to hold a conversation as a rule of thumb.

You can complement the jogging with sit ups, press ups etc, again everything in moderation; quality not quantity.

I find that gyms, although nice and cosy, can be places where it's easy to stand around, be intimidated, and do nothing, plus they are expensive!

Personally I'd rather spend my money on some decent trainers, load my ipod with some top quality 'eye of the tiger' tunes and plod the streets/parks etc; works for me

[oneeye]

na gyms used to be expensive, I was paying 70 a month at David Lloyd years ago then 55 at Esporta now i use Pure Gym 12 quid a month 24/7 ..opening more all the time best value gym around!!

Edited October 17, 2012 by oneeye

[markeee]

Bargain but I will say that my gym (the great outdoors) is also open 24/7 and free

Can fully understand people using gyms, especially at unsociable times, but they CAN BE expensive, and you do need to be disciplined in order to maximize the benefits.

The main thing is to enjoy what you do; you know what I mean, the feeling you get after a workout - brilliant!

I think that's why I get grumpy if I don't get / miss my exercise fix

[oneeye]

yea whatever works for each individual

I like going to the gym..going somewhere to workout / right envrionment/setting for me etc

plus being 24/7 going at 12-4am kinda times is nice

my own private gym

[LondonTom]

I imagine that the gym during the 'silent hours' is pure bliss, all to yourself; magic

[markeee]

Blimey, you work some crazy hours

I imagine that the gym during the 'silent hours' is pure bliss, all to yourself; magic