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January Fitness Challenge - *°*Day 1 *°*
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Morning all.. Did you read that in the Big Brother voice 
Right January fitness challenge is all about planking!
As it is day one of the challenge, please take a side view and front photo of yourself... You'll do another one in 30 days for a comparison, so keep it safe somewhere
Here is Day 1 activity - I'll send a photo of the pose to everyone who signed up (i have 45 names!)
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Day 1: Forearm Plank (Low Plank)
? Place elbows directly beneath your shoulders, legs extended.
? Press through your heels so calves are lengthened.
? Draw your navel toward your spine and engage your glutes.
? Hold for 45 seconds; do three sets.
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The standard activity is as described - but it is up to you how many seconds and reps you do.. Dial it down or punch it up depending on your ability
Gonna be a few poor souls with hangovers today... But think of the sense of achievement at the end of it
May the force be with you!
Midnight 
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Note : I am not a qualified trainer, we are following a free Internet programme.
We are each responsible for our own actions.
Apply common sense, don't hurt yourself |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set? "
A set is 1 of something
So you hold it for 45 seconds take a little break and then go again do it 3 times - “sets”
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set? "
I gather you've got to hold the plank position for 45 seconds, 3 times.
So hold for 45 seconds then rest, then do it again (and rest), then do it again. |
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Weighed myself this morning and went for a 5k walk/run.
I’ve been having some issues with my Achilles, which I think might be hamstring related. So my goal for Q1 is to sustain a very basic fitness and mobility plan.
I’ve cancelled my gym membership, so I’ll get getting my work outs through running, kettlebells and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Oh my! Right I've sent the pose to everyone on my list - happy for more to join, ping me and I'll add you 
Jan challenge
1.Tmontana1
2.Hippychick.
3..erotic_adventure
4._rincess peach
5.Dieu
6.Flirtyandfunxxx
7.rippedandfit
8.xKinky_Angelx
9.Piscean_dream
10.Nik M
11.Psylocke
12.Lady Lick
13.Dr_Faustus
14.DiamondCougar
15.JHoney
16.harry1947
17._xydadbod
18.MacDreamy
19.Polarbear73
20.bigcurveslover5
21.HungLewis
22.Bellaseas
23.FoolHardly
24.Little_brat_evie!!
25.topun
26.Just another girl
27.Bobbo79
28.kittyandtheboy
29.WanderingTaff
30.wi69leZinc
31.Backformore100
32.BigSpoon465
33.Mister Smooth
34._ancelot1633
35.-midnight-
36._rangesmartie
37.fetcpl
38.Magneto.
39.NoirinMarkus
40.Devon30
41.Lorraine999
42.JoeSouth
43._2fun
44._eralt80
45.Mr Benny
46.Devil-angel
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set? "
So one set = 45 seconds.. So rest for a minute, then do it again, have another rest and do it again |
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By *r SproutMan
over a year ago
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set?
So one set = 45 seconds.. So rest for a minute, then do it again, have another rest and do it again "
Thank you. I sent you a message yesterday off a different thread so I should be in your inbox. If you can send the pose I would be grateful |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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I just did my three sets.. I really didn't think I'd get through.. How on earth can something that looks so simple be so flipping hard!! 
Gonna take my photo now |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set?
A set is 1 of something
So you hold it for 45 seconds take a little break and then go again do it 3 times - “sets”
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45 seconds planks I wish! |
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set?
A set is 1 of something
So you hold it for 45 seconds take a little break and then go again do it 3 times - “sets”
45 seconds planks I wish!"
Doesn't have to be 45 seconds. Can be as long as you can manage |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set?
A set is 1 of something
So you hold it for 45 seconds take a little break and then go again do it 3 times - “sets”
45 seconds planks I wish!"
Hey there is no set rule, just do whatever you can if it’s 5 seconds or 10 just challenge yourself an extra second or two each day and see what happens  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"At the risk of sounding stupid. How many is a set?
A set is 1 of something
So you hold it for 45 seconds take a little break and then go again do it 3 times - “sets”
45 seconds planks I wish!
Hey there is no set rule, just do whatever you can if it’s 5 seconds or 10 just challenge yourself an extra second or two each day and see what happens "
I’ve found it’s actually quicker than you’d think to increase the time. It’s hard at first and needs repetition every day but so worth it! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I plank every day.
I started at 30 seconds then doubled it every week.
I’m now up to 5 mins
Wow that’s incredible you’ve got some core strength! "
It’s taken two years but I was bloody determined to get better at it, mostly to stop my PT making me do it all the time! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I plank every day.
I started at 30 seconds then doubled it every week.
I’m now up to 5 mins
Wow that’s incredible you’ve got some core strength!
It’s taken two years but I was bloody determined to get better at it, mostly to stop my PT making me do it all the time!"
That’s amazing well done! Has it made a noticeable change in your physique / abs doing it? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I plank every day.
I started at 30 seconds then doubled it every week.
I’m now up to 5 mins
Wow that’s incredible you’ve got some core strength!
It’s taken two years but I was bloody determined to get better at it, mostly to stop my PT making me do it all the time!
That’s amazing well done! Has it made a noticeable change in your physique / abs doing it? "
Yes! I’d say it’s the single most thing that I do every day - even if I don’t do anything else. It’s made a huge difference! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I plank every day.
I started at 30 seconds then doubled it every week.
I’m now up to 5 mins
Wow that’s incredible you’ve got some core strength!
It’s taken two years but I was bloody determined to get better at it, mostly to stop my PT making me do it all the time!
That’s amazing well done! Has it made a noticeable change in your physique / abs doing it?
Yes! I’d say it’s the single most thing that I do every day - even if I don’t do anything else. It’s made a huge difference! "
Well that’s inspiring then thank you! Definitely going to stick to it |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I plank every day.
I started at 30 seconds then doubled it every week.
I’m now up to 5 mins
Wow that’s incredible you’ve got some core strength!
It’s taken two years but I was bloody determined to get better at it, mostly to stop my PT making me do it all the time!
That’s amazing well done! Has it made a noticeable change in your physique / abs doing it?
Yes! I’d say it’s the single most thing that I do every day - even if I don’t do anything else. It’s made a huge difference!
Well that’s inspiring then thank you! Definitely going to stick to it "
Do stick with it! You really won’t regret it |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Oh dear, so there is a daily limit on the amount of direct photos i can share lol and i just exceeded it
So.. I will need to set up a telegram group and share there for those who have it then I'll fab message those who don't have it arrgghh
I'll message everyone
It might take me a while as my DD is wondering why i chose my own pants, so now i gotta go swap them and do my approval video again |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Does anyone know the world record for doing a plank? 9 hours 30mins!!
Bet his back was sore!
On a slightly serious note..be careful not to let your hips sag as it puts a lot of pressure on your lower back..
Happy planking! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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1 min plank x 3 this morning before work . Ive been doing this for a while as i have a physical job and it helps get me warmed up .
A walk later for red january .
Followed by a cheeky 20 miles on thr turbo trainer .
There is a great program called tiny habits its worth googling. A simple easy way to incorporate excersise into your normal daily life
Havea fantastic day chums , you got this |
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The pose for today and the next three days is fairly straight forward, then we start to get down to business! "
Ah cool. We thought it was a month of standard planks. Looking forward to future challenges |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Yeah, just done it despite working til 4am.
Managed 90 seconds per set and took the dreaded "before" pictures. 
Thanks Midnight for helping me find my fitness mojo again!  |
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"Oh my! Right I've sent the pose to everyone on my list - happy for more to join, ping me and I'll add you
Jan challenge
1.Tmontana1
2.Hippychick.
3..erotic_adventure
4._rincess peach
5.Dieu
6.Flirtyandfunxxx
7.rippedandfit
8.xKinky_Angelx
9.Piscean_dream
10.Nik M
11.Psylocke
12.Lady Lick
13.Dr_Faustus
14.DiamondCougar
15.JHoney
16.harry1947
17._xydadbod
18.MacDreamy
19.Polarbear73
20.bigcurveslover5
21.HungLewis
22.Bellaseas
23.FoolHardly
24.Little_brat_evie!!
25.topun
26.Just another girl
27.Bobbo79
28.kittyandtheboy
29.WanderingTaff
30.wi69leZinc
31.Backformore100
32.BigSpoon465
33.Mister Smooth
34._ancelot1633
35.-midnight-
36._rangesmartie
37.fetcpl
38.Magneto.
39.NoirinMarkus
40.Devon30
41.Lorraine999
42.JoeSouth
43._2fun
44._eralt80
45.Mr Benny
46.Devil-angel
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Hi Midnight, please can you add me too??
Naughtyman23 |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Done, that was actually tougher than I thought it would be
I'm using your pic for motivation when I do mine later.  "
There's a few profiles that I'll be staring at during this challenge to make the time pass easier!!! |
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"Done, that was actually tougher than I thought it would be
I'm using your pic for motivation when I do mine later. "
You're more than welcome to, just try not to copy me being a shaky mess while doing it |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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I'm glad you are all enjoying it
It's turned into a nightmare from an admin perspective as so many people want to do it lol
I can't message the pose as there are more than 50 people - so I've set up a telegram group for those who have it - it will help me tremendously if you can join the group (ping me for a link)
For those who don't have telegram I'll send via Fab messager, but realistically 30 people is gonna be my limit!
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"I'm glad you are all enjoying it
It's turned into a nightmare from an admin perspective as so many people want to do it lol
I can't message the pose as there are more than 50 people - so I've set up a telegram group for those who have it - it will help me tremendously if you can join the group (ping me for a link)
For those who don't have telegram I'll send via Fab messager, but realistically 30 people is gonna be my limit!
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The telegram thing works, or you could just do what you’ve done today and make a post on the forum explaining what the exercise is. That way anyone that would like to participate can do so and you can always post a link to a picture of the pose you want us to do. Not sure if this would be easier? |
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"I'm glad you are all enjoying it
It's turned into a nightmare from an admin perspective as so many people want to do it lol
I can't message the pose as there are more than 50 people - so I've set up a telegram group for those who have it - it will help me tremendously if you can join the group (ping me for a link)
For those who don't have telegram I'll send via Fab messager, but realistically 30 people is gonna be my limit!
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You're doing a great job managing all of this Midnight, thank you. Maybe a telegram group and a daily thread is enough? Are you allowed to link to the image rather than messaging it?
Those who want to take part maybe need to be proactive so as to make this our good habit, and lighten the load on Midnight? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I'm glad you are all enjoying it
It's turned into a nightmare from an admin perspective as so many people want to do it lol
I can't message the pose as there are more than 50 people - so I've set up a telegram group for those who have it - it will help me tremendously if you can join the group (ping me for a link)
For those who don't have telegram I'll send via Fab messager, but realistically 30 people is gonna be my limit!
The telegram thing works, or you could just do what you’ve done today and make a post on the forum explaining what the exercise is. That way anyone that would like to participate can do so and you can always post a link to a picture of the pose you want us to do. Not sure if this would be easier?"
I debated posting a picture on my account but it would get taken down because it didn't have me in it and getting my hand into a screen shot is even more complex for me on my phone |
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Dude, I've kept my fitness for many years, I'm a tad fat just now but I was on the spinning g class this morning 1st Jan 22.
Fitness fads probably do more bad than good if you're not going to keep going. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Dude, I've kept my fitness for many years, I'm a tad fat just now but I was on the spinning g class this morning 1st Jan 22.
Fitness fads probably do more bad than good if you're not going to keep going."
It’s about getting into good habits, and doesn’t have to be a fad. |
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"Dude, I've kept my fitness for many years, I'm a tad fat just now but I was on the spinning g class this morning 1st Jan 22.
Fitness fads probably do more bad than good if you're not going to keep going.
It’s about getting into good habits, and doesn’t have to be a fad. "
I agree but so many try , fail, a year on the same and get to the point of 'why bother' if anyone's serious, don't follow the pack, be yourself |
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"Dude, I've kept my fitness for many years, I'm a tad fat just now but I was on the spinning g class this morning 1st Jan 22.
Fitness fads probably do more bad than good if you're not going to keep going.
It’s about getting into good habits, and doesn’t have to be a fad. "
BTW, wicked pics ! You're erm.... xxxxx |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Well done everyone!! Great to see so many people engaged
Don't forget to help me with the admin by joining the telegram group if you can (ping me for a link!).. I'm trying to get my in-fab support down to 30 profiles.. Its currently at 40  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Well done everyone!! Great to see so many people engaged
Don't forget to help me with the admin by joining the telegram group if you can (ping me for a link!).. I'm trying to get my in-fab support down to 30 profiles.. Its currently at 40 "
The "support" group is definitely gonna help get me through this. The banter alone is worth joining it! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Late, but done my planks. I thought someone said we needed photographic evidence "
You need a before the challenge photo so you can compare to the after the challenge.. In feb! |
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By *X2019Man
over a year ago
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"Late, but done my planks. I thought someone said we needed photographic evidence
You need a before the challenge photo so you can compare to the after the challenge.. In feb! "
Haha, I did see that. Just thought a few pics along the way would add something a bit different  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Late, but done my planks. I thought someone said we needed photographic evidence
You need a before the challenge photo so you can compare to the after the challenge.. In feb!
Strict taskmaster"
 oiii.. Thin ice! |
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"Late, but done my planks. I thought someone said we needed photographic evidence
You need a before the challenge photo so you can compare to the after the challenge.. In feb!
Strict taskmaster
oiii.. Thin ice! "
Sorry Miss  |
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"Well done everyone!! Great to see so many people engaged
Don't forget to help me with the admin by joining the telegram group if you can (ping me for a link!).. I'm trying to get my in-fab support down to 30 profiles.. Its currently at 40 "
Damn I'm only on kik |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Well done everyone!! Great to see so many people engaged
Don't forget to help me with the admin by joining the telegram group if you can (ping me for a link!).. I'm trying to get my in-fab support down to 30 profiles.. Its currently at 40
Damn I'm only on kik"
Oh god i can't cope with a kik group too.. I've got a Fab helper who is gonna help me.. 15 profiles each should be manageable |
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