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running out of excuses by PBurke on 22 Jun, 2009 07:26
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i am running out of excuses to start working out. my lay-day is getting a gym membership thru work for a huge discount. so i guess i have to take advantage of that perk. been a lot of years since i was in the gym. wish me luck guys. i will update this as i go along. still waiting on the details cause this is something new they are adding. i am looking forward to it.
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#1 by Timmay on 22 Jun, 2009 07:37
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same here. But do it, I am sure you will reap alot of benefits from it.
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#2 by schro on 22 Jun, 2009 08:17
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Hey Paulie, make sure you ease back into it. If it's been a long time since you've done any gym work, the last thing you should do is start out with an intense workout and end up sore as can be the next day.
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#3 by PBurke on 22 Jun, 2009 08:56
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i am probably gonna spring for a trainer just to get me started. that way i don't try to be superman or something. lol
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#4 by Wil87 on 22 Jun, 2009 08:59
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But you know the rule, being Sly means you can bench press the world! It just comes with the hair style, instant super powers!!
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#5 by PBurke on 22 Jun, 2009 09:01
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ha ha i wish!
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#6 by D.A.L.U.I. on 22 Jun, 2009 09:10
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You'll do fine, just set a schedule and stick w/ it. If you slip, don't beat yourself up, and restart right away.
Don't forget the aerobic exercises, 20 minutes about 4 to 5 times a week--no use to have big guns if you can't get them anywhere without losing your breath!
You're going to enjoy it and look great.
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#7 by slyatlast on 22 Jun, 2009 19:11
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I've got a membership at one of those 24/7 chains. Too bad the membership card doesn't weigh 50 lbs....carrying that around is the only exercise I've gotten since February.
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#8 by Razor X on 22 Jun, 2009 19:16
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i am probably gonna spring for a trainer just to get me started. that way i don't try to be superman or something. lol
That's a good strategy, because once you've paid for a trainer, you'll be sure to actually go and get your money's worth. He'll also push you harder than you'd push yourself -- and teach you the right way to do things, so you 'll get faster results and avoid injury.
Good luck.
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#9 by Alexander215 on 22 Jun, 2009 20:09
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i am probably gonna spring for a trainer just to get me started. that way i don't try to be superman or something. lol
That's a good strategy, because once you've paid for a trainer, you'll be sure to actually go and get your money's worth. He'll also push you harder than you'd push yourself -- and teach you the right way to do things, so you 'll get faster results and avoid injury.
Good luck.
Working out with a buddy will keep you going afterwards
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#10 by Dome of Steele on 22 Jun, 2009 23:20
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Hey Paulie, make sure you ease back into it. If it's been a long time since you've done any gym work, the last thing you should do is start out with an intense workout and end up sore as can be the next day.
I disagree on method here. My favorite thing to do when I've been out of the loop for awhile is hit it hard (as long as I don't drop the bar or use improper form). I will be very sore the next few days, to me it's just my body's way of saying thanks for a job well done, and a reminder to keep at it.
Good luck.
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#11 by Sooner Steve on 23 Jun, 2009 07:42
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I got back in the weight room last week and started running again this past weekend. The old body is sore but it feels so good - my body's way of saying thanks.
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#12 by schro on 23 Jun, 2009 08:42
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Hey Paulie, make sure you ease back into it. If it's been a long time since you've done any gym work, the last thing you should do is start out with an intense workout and end up sore as can be the next day.
I disagree on method here. My favorite thing to do when I've been out of the loop for awhile is hit it hard (as long as I don't drop the bar or use improper form). I will be very sore the next few days, to me it's just my body's way of saying thanks for a job well done, and a reminder to keep at it.
Good luck.
After that first week the pain subsides, and you are in the zone Paulie!
Different strokes for different folks. I guess I side with most trainers that say you should ease back into an exercise routine to avoid injury and discouragement/soreness after a long layoff.
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#13 by Dome of Steele on 23 Jun, 2009 15:05
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Either way, it feels great to get back into it.
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#14 by warhawk on 25 Jun, 2009 16:11
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hey paulie: how's the exercising "thingy" going 4 ya? have U started?
WARHAWK