How is everyone keeping in shape or getting fit?

2014-07-16T08:47:30-04:00

Running, Crossfit, P90 X, Weightlifting, Etc.? I'm Rather Curious As To How Folks Are Keeping The Bulge Off Or Fighting The Battle Of The Bulge. I'm fighting the good battle myself and am curious as to how my fellow veterans as well as Active Duty folks do it. I do weightlifting, kickboxing and starting Muay Thai myself.

Response by TSgt Mark Vaughn made Jul 16 at 2014 12:29 PM

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Well as in IT I have a job where I sit a lot, I've recently picked up an Exercise ball chair for my work desk, I bike 3 times a week and walk about 15 miles a week. Been trying to get some of this Retiree life that settled around my mid section to find another place to live

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 1:06 PM

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Having CRPS can limit me on some days, if i can walk up to 2 miles or bicycle maybe 4-6 miles, some negative resistance exercises, an elliptical has the least impact, then its a good day. Plus I watch what I eat, and it helps that I don't eat like a ravenous beast in my early days. Tai Chi helps me keep focused and provides low impact exercise and meditation helps with clear thought, low stress.

Keep up the good work PV2 Private RallyPoint Member, Cpl Kristofer Fermil , TSgt Mark Vaughn :)

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 1:25 PM

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Nothing but Army PRT

Response by CW5 Sam R. Baker made Jul 16 at 2014 2:00 PM

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P90X and unit led PT.

Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 2:22 PM

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I love seeing the variety of stuff people are doing. Thank you for sharing!

Response by 1SG Mike Case made Jul 16 at 2014 2:46 PM

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I do a 2-3 mile run on Monday. Tuesday I do a circuit drill (10 p/u, 10 s/u, 10 squats, and 5 pullups) for 20 minutes. Wednesday I 30/60's on the track. Thursday is swimming laps and Friday is whatver I feel like doing. Not as in shape as I used to be but it keeps me in shape enough and happy.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 3:47 PM

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Round is a shape... it comes naturally, but sometimes I supplement with BBQ Ribs and Rum.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 5:16 PM

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That is pretty impressive that you are lifting and and starting Muay Thai. I hope I don't run into you in a dark alley. I lift also. I try to lift 5 times a week and do cardio anywhere from 20-40 mins five times a week also. I will sometimes ruck in place of lifting. I don't want to get huge but want to stay slim and strong. It works pretty good. I don't have an impressive max but I will go all day when it comes to PT.

Response by GySgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 5:42 PM

2014-07-16T17:42:27-04:00

Max incline and speed set to allow you to easily carry on a conversation a person on the treadmill, weight lifting with high repetition, and eating right foods in right proportions.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 6:07 PM

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PV2 Wilcox,

Personal Trainer . . . .

Warmest Regards, Sandy :)

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 7:45 PM

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This week nothing. Recovering from a small surgery so I can breath better when running. I did a P90x3 cycle a few months ago and have been walking and or running up until the surgery. I'll be doing another P90X cycle after the recovery is complete and I'll continue running for distance and hiking as much as I can the rest of the year. Although, I may skip the P90X and join the local Krav Maga studio.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 8:13 PM

2014-07-16T20:13:39-04:00

The truth.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 8:40 PM

2014-07-16T20:40:30-04:00

Myself I run with my platoon everyday, some days we just run from point A to point B and back. Some days we will stop in areas to conduct circuit training, such as pulls, sit-ups, and push-up. On my own I go to the gym during lunch for weigh training and at least three times a week I will run on my own. I do all this but I always watch what I eat; try my best to eat health and of course push away from the table.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 9:39 PM

2014-07-16T21:39:30-04:00

I am recovering from shoulder surgery. So, I have been working myself back in slowly.

MWF- Short slow run in the morning, Brazillian Jiu Jitsu in the evening (when I can make it)
TTh- Plyometrics and bodyweight resistance, BJJ in the evening (when I can make it)
Sa-trail ride if I am in town (mountan bike)

Some days I will kick it around locally on my bike just to stretch my legs out. I have not done this much since surgery because my shoulder still gets crampy after a little bit. I have just started the two times a day routine this past week. The morning is for the APFT and basic fitness. The BJJ is for stress relief and fun. I will probably start Muay Thai in the coming weeks since the class is at the same time as my son's BJJ....if I can find the energy.

Since surgery, I am finding it harder to get to the intensity that I lose the most weight/improve composition the most...but it is slowly coming back.

Response by Maj Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2014 10:21 PM

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I PT with my unit three times a week and go to the gym once or twice a week after work. I did P90X and P90X3...both great programs!

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Jul 17 at 2014 6:43 AM

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MWF, channel surfing w/o the remote. Sat, the supermarket cross train circuit followed by mowing the lawn.

Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 17 at 2014 10:44 AM

2014-07-17T10:44:53-04:00

Keep up the good work everyone! Nice to know what others are doing. No matter your age or status, studies have shown the beneficial effect of exercise. Something is better than nothing.

Also as CW4 Karen Tom was saying diet is important too. I was into the low carb fad to lose weight, but have recently learned with the implementation of the weight program, you need some carbs for energy. The key I have found was finding the smart carbs to have. I love sweet potatoes vs. white potatoes and brown rice and quinoa.

Have a great day everyone and stay healthy! Good luck to those of you recovering from surgery!

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 17 at 2014 11:29 AM

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PV2 Private RallyPoint Member Oh and I am 58.5 years old. Age does not scare me or make me think I have done all that I can.

Response by MSgt Lancia Stewart made Jul 17 at 2014 11:49 AM

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Retired, so I don't run. I do roller derby and bicycle, though.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 17 at 2014 7:46 PM

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PV2 Private RallyPoint Member Yesterday I picked a fight with myself and just barely won. But it was a dirty fight. I suckered punch myself.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 18 at 2014 4:08 PM

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I sometimes do crossfit. However, I mostly run on my own and go to the gym.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 19 at 2014 2:31 PM

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I like running cycling incorporating the current spartan challenge. I use the myfitnesspal app and the yonder app. I am interested in new ideas so I look forward to reading the other comments. I'd like to get involved in MMA. Great question! Thanks for asking.

Response by MSG Wally Carmichael made Jul 22 at 2014 1:46 PM

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It's funny you should ask that. I actually recorded a short video about a year and a half ago explaining what I do to max my APFT and win the battle of the bulge. The wind is kind of distracting but I feel it's worth the 8 minutes. I was almost 44 when I recorded this video. I should do a new one because I've improved even more a year later at 45.

Here's my video, I trust it will help: http://youtu.be/2gb-_KDLDEw

Max your Army Physical Fitness Test APFT, or at least pass it.

www.TopFitTraining.com - Give me 30 days, I will have you passing your APFT, give me 90 days and you may even max your APFT and feel better than you have in ...

Response by SFC Robert Allen made Jul 24 at 2014 1:05 PM

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I get to brief nearly every week for 6 hours at a shot, and I have a pedal-boat I take out daily on my 13 acre trout lake. I like to troll for fish so I do multiple laps (13 acre lake.) Then I also work the upper body fighting the fish and of course, I get my heart rate up a bit every time I get a fish on.

Next month is caribou season, and then moose in September. So I will get a good workout cleaning and hauling the carcasses.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Aug 19 at 2014 3:08 AM

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Hey, round is a shape. I have found that I look my best by hanging out with people more challenged than myself.

Response by SPC Daniel Edwards made Oct 26 at 2014 10:50 PM

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Do Marine Corps HITT 1-2 times a day (depending on the day of the week bc of work schedule), a couple of workout at home DVDs and whatever else I find that looks interesting. I discovered how much I love working out and the "high" I feel afterwards and signed up to be a personal trainer so that I could better understand the exercises and know what I am doing when I hit the gym.

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2015-03-19T00:24:00-04:00

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Response by SPC Charles Brown made May 1 at 2015 10:21 AM

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The best way I have found to lose weight is to get seriously ill and come close to death. Last year I spent 9 days in the VA hospital in Portland, OR. and lost 46 pounds in the process so now I walk or limp as much as I can, or I will ride a bike for about an hour with at least one break to keep from overdoing it. With back pain from degenerating discs in the lumbar area some things are more difficult than others. I start physical therapy, again (4x), to correct or improve my mobility. I hope it works better this time than in has in the past. Wish me well. And PV2 Private RallyPoint Member I agree with Cpl Private RallyPoint Member round is a natural shape, the difference is that I supplement my shape with beer and BBQ.

C.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made May 1 at 2015 11:00 AM

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I drive my golf cart with reckless abandon.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made May 1 at 2015 11:29 AM

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Crossfit combined with Wendler 5/3/1 cycles coupled with Running 4x a week. Lots of protein, NO REFINED SUGAR and no artificial sweeteners.

Recipe for success, warriors. Trust me.