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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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Hi forummers.... i regularly get requests to rerun the daily plank challenge 🤣🤣 so clearly lots of you are more masochistic than you thought you were!
Usually we do it in January, when we all look like beached whales... So why don't we mix it up and do it in October, before we reach whale status ??
For any newbies, be warned some of the plank challenges are nigh on impossible... even in the whale position!
So does anyone want to do it again?
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Yeah i'm up for it.
It was silly hard after Christmas but yes, sign me up please.
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Yes midnight 
We shall do our bestest.
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May I please sign up for a taster session and decide if I wish to continue. I don't mind being bleached and from Wales. |
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Yep, I enjoyed this last time. Well, mostly. |
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By (user no longer on site) 12 weeks ago
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How does it work? |
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Wait, does it mean we need to undergo some kind of special training?
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"Hi forummers.... i regularly get requests to rerun the daily plank challenge 🤣🤣 so clearly lots of you are more masochistic than you thought you were!
Usually we do it in January, when we all look like beached whales... So why don't we mix it up and do it in October, before we reach whale status ??
For any newbies, be warned some of the plank challenges are nigh on impossible... even in the whale position!
So does anyone want to do it again?
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I haven't a clue on what you're asking... sorry  |
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"How does it work? "
Midnight is our Sgt Major and makes us do increasingly contortionist-like planks. She's very strict; it's quite hot, actually. |
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Bookmarking. I need to beast myself to vaguely resemble that fucker in my pics. This could do. |
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plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻 |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"How does it work? "
So basically i post a daily pose (picture) with instructions - how long /how many reps etc
I try to run it via telegram as i run out of messages on fab (and it takes forever to individually message everyone twice a day with the picture and instructions!)
Then we have a fab forum thread running for support /encouragement .. Which I'll be honest, is usually just moaning about how hard /painful /impossible it is 🤣🤣🤣 |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"Wait, does it mean we need to undergo some kind of special training?
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 like a ninja commando planker |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"Hi forummers.... i regularly get requests to rerun the daily plank challenge 🤣🤣 so clearly lots of you are more masochistic than you thought you were!
Usually we do it in January, when we all look like beached whales... So why don't we mix it up and do it in October, before we reach whale status ??
For any newbies, be warned some of the plank challenges are nigh on impossible... even in the whale position!
So does anyone want to do it again?
I haven't a clue on what you're asking... sorry "
Oh Google 'plank exercise'... It's phenomenal for core strength and needs discipline and strong willpower as it gets harder (AKA day 3 🤣🤣🤣) |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻"
9h wait 'til you get a taster of my planks 😈😈😈 |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻"
If only it was that simple....
This is hardcore planking.
But its cool, everyone lies and says they completed the days challenge ! |
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"Wait, does it mean we need to undergo some kind of special training?
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like a ninja commando planker "
I’m good at this!
Consider me in please Midnight |
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By *agic.MMan 12 weeks ago
Orpington |
So do we win anything at the end, if we complete all challenges? |
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By (user no longer on site) 12 weeks ago
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"How does it work?
So basically i post a daily pose (picture) with instructions - how long /how many reps etc
I try to run it via telegram as i run out of messages on fab (and it takes forever to individually message everyone twice a day with the picture and instructions!)
Then we have a fab forum thread running for support /encouragement .. Which I'll be honest, is usually just moaning about how hard /painful /impossible it is 🤣🤣🤣"
Ohhhh, I'm always down for some self inflicted punishment. Sign me up! |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
9h wait 'til you get a taster of my planks 😈😈😈"
deffo up for this  |
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Sounds like good craic. Count me in. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"So do we win anything at the end, if we complete all challenges? "
🤣🤣🤣 Laughs hysterically that someone thinks they can finish
.. Also... Do you realise how much the others are going to hate you for the additional pain you are going to put them through 😆😆 |
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I was in until I saw the word fitness and now I’m out |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"I was in until I saw the word fitness and now I’m out "
🤣🤣🤣🤣
There isn't much fitness.. Most people give up after a week |
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Im good at being a plank
Count me in with this one |
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By *agic.MMan 12 weeks ago
Orpington |
"So do we win anything at the end, if we complete all challenges?
🤣🤣🤣 Laughs hysterically that someone thinks they can finish
.. Also... Do you realise how much the others are going to hate you for the additional pain you are going to put them through 😆😆"
additional pain? Why am I putting them through additional pain? Is this one of those challenges that keeps getting harder and harder until everyone gives up? |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻"
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭 |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"So do we win anything at the end, if we complete all challenges?
🤣🤣🤣 Laughs hysterically that someone thinks they can finish
.. Also... Do you realise how much the others are going to hate you for the additional pain you are going to put them through 😆😆
additional pain? Why am I putting them through additional pain? Is this one of those challenges that keeps getting harder and harder until everyone gives up? "
Well if someone thinks they can complete it, then I'll have to up the ante! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭"
"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism" |
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I attempted it everyday last time. Some were just crazy though.
That said looking forward to it. Updated tele'gram in anticipation |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism" "
I'll give it go |
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By *agic.MMan 12 weeks ago
Orpington |
"So do we win anything at the end, if we complete all challenges?
🤣🤣🤣 Laughs hysterically that someone thinks they can finish
.. Also... Do you realise how much the others are going to hate you for the additional pain you are going to put them through 😆😆
additional pain? Why am I putting them through additional pain? Is this one of those challenges that keeps getting harder and harder until everyone gives up?
Well if someone thinks they can complete it, then I'll have to up the ante! "
So last person standing wins? Ok I'm up for it ...I mean how hard can it be...it's not like you're gonna make us plank using our our tongues 🤣...right? 😁...🤭...😶...right?!🤨 |
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By *929Man 12 weeks ago
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I absolutely suck at planks count me out haha |
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The only thing I like more than a good, hard plank is one delivered by Midnight. It beats doing it on my own.
Count me in please dear 😁 |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"I'm old and injured lol"
I have arthritis in my fingers and lost half the movement in one of my wrists, so it's definitely going to be a challenge for me, even just doing the standard ones |
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Im defo up for this !
Currently do plank to press up (alternating up on right/down on right,up on left/down on left) 10 reps then plank hold minimum 30 seconds X 5 sets |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
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"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism" "
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Okay, Míddèrs, you have swayed me. Count me in. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"Im defo up for this !
Currently do plank to press up (alternating up on right/down on right,up on left/down on left) 10 reps then plank hold minimum 30 seconds X 5 sets "
Nice! You are going to love it then  |
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"Im defo up for this !
Currently do plank to press up (alternating up on right/down on right,up on left/down on left) 10 reps then plank hold minimum 30 seconds X 5 sets
Nice! You are going to love it then "
I find the secret to holding the plank is to brreeaatthh slow and deeply |
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I'm 5ft and almost 18stone....
Can't wait to share my new creative swearing with you all, LET'S GOOOOO!
(I'm actually doing a squats challenge this month [100 squats per day, minimum] , planks might be a nice change of pace by the end of the month!) |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"I'm 5ft and almost 18stone....
Can't wait to share my new creative swearing with you all, LET'S GOOOOO!
(I'm actually doing a squats challenge this month [100 squats per day, minimum] , planks might be a nice change of pace by the end of the month!) "
Oh brilliant - they hated the squat challenge last time 🤣🤣🤣 |
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I’ll give it a go although I don’t do any form of exercise. How hard is it? Basically, would I be in danger of dying!?! If so, may sit this one out |
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By (user no longer on site) 12 weeks ago
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"Hi forummers.... i regularly get requests to rerun the daily plank challenge 🤣🤣 so clearly lots of you are more masochistic than you thought you were!
Usually we do it in January, when we all look like beached whales... So why don't we mix it up and do it in October, before we reach whale status ??
For any newbies, be warned some of the plank challenges are nigh on impossible... even in the whale position!
So does anyone want to do it again?
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I'm in Midnight.
But I feel this time you may need to demonstrate the exercises for us! |
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"...I'm in Midnight.
But I feel this time you may need to demonstrate the exercises for us!"
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In person? Will you find a suitable venue? |
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By *X2019Man 12 weeks ago
Newcastle |
Done one of your plank challenges previously, so wouldn't mind trying it out again haha |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"I’ll give it a go although I don’t do any form of exercise. How hard is it? Basically, would I be in danger of dying!?! If so, may sit this one out "
Ummm  🙈 |
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"Wait, does it mean we need to undergo some kind of special training?
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like a ninja commando planker "
This 🥷 will have to stay out
😭 being disabled ninja 🥷 I can’t partake
Have fun everyone 🤣 rather you all than me 😜
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By (user no longer on site) OP 12 weeks ago
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"Wait, does it mean we need to undergo some kind of special training?
👀
like a ninja commando planker
This 🥷 will have to stay out
😭 being disabled ninja 🥷 I can’t partake
Have fun everyone 🤣 rather you all than me 😜
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Oh i wonder if we can adapt them in some way?? |
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By (user no longer on site) 12 weeks ago
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"...I'm in Midnight.
But I feel this time you may need to demonstrate the exercises for us!
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In person? Will you find a suitable venue?"
I have a king sized bed that Midnight could share (I'll record it for you Nero!)👀 |
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Please count me in.
I actually do planks as part of my daily yoga practice so not a complete newbie.
However I have never tried to push myself with it, so why not? |
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"Wait, does it mean we need to undergo some kind of special training?
👀
like a ninja commando planker
This 🥷 will have to stay out
😭 being disabled ninja 🥷 I can’t partake
Have fun everyone 🤣 rather you all than me 😜
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Oh i wonder if we can adapt them in some way?? "
Nahhhh thank you though but I’ll defo pass even with adaptions 😜
I’ll enjoy watching everyone 😈💜 |
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By *opeyXWoman 12 weeks ago
Dun Dee |
Bookmarking!
Im back at the gym, but kinda hate planks.
But would love to love them really.
Think id need someone to make me do them. |
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By *opeyXWoman 12 weeks ago
Dun Dee |
"Bookmarking "
Chicken also to commit?
Ah same, im half in, half out.
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Not really into fitness, but I am a fucking plank.
The mr |
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By *aven.Woman 11 weeks ago
Not the North West... |
I did join this many moons ago, it was good apart from the 100+ total crap messages from others that came through every hour on the telegram group.
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I’m in….holiday in Tennessee has done my body in. |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
If only it was that simple....
This is hardcore planking.
But its cool, everyone lies and says they completed the days challenge !"
There is just about no benefit to doing planks for a long time. Multiple 30 second planks achieve the same results. |
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Can I have some pain please with a side order of fitness?  |
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By (user no longer on site) 11 weeks ago
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I’m in
Add me on telegram |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 11 weeks ago
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"I did join this many moons ago, it was good apart from the 100+ total crap messages from others that came through every hour on the telegram group.
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Aww good point... I'll try and learn how to do two channels so one will just be the daily poses and the other will be general chat Nd then you can mute it and just dip into the poses channel at your leisure |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 11 weeks ago
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
If only it was that simple....
This is hardcore planking.
But its cool, everyone lies and says they completed the days challenge !
There is just about no benefit to doing planks for a long time. Multiple 30 second planks achieve the same results. "
If you join you'll find out what we do! |
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New exercise for me, I'll give it a go as long as I can, sounds like it bring some fun into exercising  |
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By *ularliWoman 11 weeks ago
Worcester |
I can’t do planks 
I have tears in both shoulders and awaiting more surgery but I would be up for doing something else |
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By *vaRose43Woman 11 weeks ago
Forest of Dean |
This sounds like torture without the fun. Not sure my healing rotator cuffs would cope either
However I’m happy to watch everyone else suffer  and I’ll cheer you on from the sidelines |
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I think I have to be in as one the people that asked for this 😬 |
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By *avexxMan 11 weeks ago
cheshire |
is the plank exercise similar to a press up.. |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
If only it was that simple....
This is hardcore planking.
But its cool, everyone lies and says they completed the days challenge !
There is just about no benefit to doing planks for a long time. Multiple 30 second planks achieve the same results.
If you join you'll find out what we do! "
Thanks, but l’m not going anywhere near telegram |
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"is the plank exercise similar to a press up.."
Try google, or YouTube |
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By (user no longer on site) 11 weeks ago
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"I did join this many moons ago, it was good apart from the 100+ total crap messages from others that came through every hour on the telegram group.
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Ouch. |
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"is the plank exercise similar to a press up.."
A press-up is a dynamic movement. Plank is holding a position. So no, not really |
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By *avexxMan 11 weeks ago
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"is the plank exercise similar to a press up..
A press-up is a dynamic movement. Plank is holding a position. So no, not really "
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I’m in so need to improve my core too  |
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"I’m in so need to improve my core too "
What’s stopping you?
Seriously, is threes anything stopping you from doing a plank right now? |
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Love a challenge!!!
I’m in, please |
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Would it be wrong to sign M up and then drop wax on her while she tries to achieve |
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"Would it be wrong to sign M up and then drop wax on her while she tries to achieve "
No.
My own twist on the plank … my cat comes up tj me, nuzzles my face, sticks her tail in my face, paws my face and jumps onto my shoulders. Try doing a plank when you’re laughing |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 11 weeks ago
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
If only it was that simple....
This is hardcore planking.
But its cool, everyone lies and says they completed the days challenge !
There is just about no benefit to doing planks for a long time. Multiple 30 second planks achieve the same results.
If you join you'll find out what we do!
Thanks, but l’m not going anywhere near telegram "
Ahh i see, no worries |
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By *hilloutMan 11 weeks ago
All over the place! Northwesr, , Southwest |
Sounds like a great idea Op
I already do 1k abs every morning which is hard enough 😅 so I'll pass.
I will follow with interest however, especially if you post pictures 😉 |
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OP, I will gladly lay in any position you tell me to
In |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 11 weeks ago
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"I’m in so need to improve my core too
What’s stopping you?
Seriously, is threes anything stopping you from doing a plank right now? "
Ohhhh cool your jets tiger, some people prefer the group challenge and support to help with achieving the goal |
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By (user no longer on site) 11 weeks ago
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"I’m in so need to improve my core too
What’s stopping you?
Seriously, is threes anything stopping you from doing a plank right now?
Ohhhh cool your jets tiger, some people prefer the group challenge and support to help with achieving the goal "
Masochists primarily  |
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By (user no longer on site) 11 weeks ago
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I'm.in for some plank |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
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"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism"
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Okay, Míddèrs, you have swayed me. Count me in."
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To clarify — the Telegraph group is just to offer support, daily poses, encouragement etc...but not photos of each other in unflattering poses? 🫤 |
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"I’m in so need to improve my core too
What’s stopping you?
Seriously, is threes anything stopping you from doing a plank right now?
Ohhhh cool your jets tiger, some people prefer the group challenge and support to help with achieving the goal "
Nothing wrong with the poster getting a headstart though, is there? |
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I’m tempted.
Give me something else to do in the never ending sea of Travelodges 🤣🤣 |
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By *aven.Woman 11 weeks ago
Not the North West... |
"I’m in so need to improve my core too
What’s stopping you?
Seriously, is threes anything stopping you from doing a plank right now? "
My fried egg sandwich is stopping me right now. |
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"I’m in so need to improve my core too
What’s stopping you?
Seriously, is threes anything stopping you from doing a plank right now?
My fried egg sandwich is stopping me right now. "
… and after that? |
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I attempt to lift any weight you put in front of me but I can’t plank to save my life. |
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By *aven.Woman 11 weeks ago
Not the North West... |
"I’m in so need to improve my core too
What’s stopping you?
Seriously, is threes anything stopping you from doing a plank right now?
My fried egg sandwich is stopping me right now.
… and after that? "
Maybe a hash brown or 2 |
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I’d do this, but I don’t have the physical space to plank properly
Good luck to those doing it though! |
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By *vaRose43Woman 11 weeks ago
Forest of Dean |
Can we keep it to the thread please guys. Multiple unsolicited advice messages from people not even participating in the thread isn’t the flex you seem to think it is  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 11 weeks ago
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
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"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism"
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Okay, Míddèrs, you have swayed me. Count me in.
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To clarify — the Telegraph group is just to offer support, daily poses, encouragement etc...but not photos of each other in unflattering poses? 🫤"
Photos are actively DISCOURAGED! |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
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"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism"
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Okay, Míddèrs, you have swayed me. Count me in.
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Photos are actively DISCOURAGED! "
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By (user no longer on site) 11 weeks ago
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"I’m tempted.
Give me something else to do in the never ending sea of Travelodges 🤣🤣"
Bugger. That does not sound like a life.
Hope the staff at the Manor are keeping it all in hand. |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
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"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism"
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Okay, Míddèrs, you have swayed me. Count me in.
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Thank goodness for that. 🌷 |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 11 weeks ago
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
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"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism"
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To clarify — the Telegraph group is just to offer support, daily poses, encouragement etc...but not photos of each other in unflattering poses? 🫤
Photos are actively DISCOURAGED!
Dammit. I was going to offer to adjudicate on the pictures "
KC you can run the challenge if you have time!? |
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I’m definitely in for this darling OP. I need to get fit 😘😘 |
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By *avexxMan 11 weeks ago
cheshire |
watch video plank exercise ive just had ago now can somebody please help me up,, |
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By *os19Man 11 weeks ago
Edmonton |
Good luck to those taking part in the plank challenge.Not for me as I think so where between 30 seconds to a minute is all I could manage.At work there is a daily steps challenge going on which I may get involved in. I will need to ask my more technology minded colleagues at work as there is a group and everyone score goes on it during the day so you can see who is winning on the league table it’s take from your phone so not sure how accurate these things are. |
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By (user no longer on site) 11 weeks ago
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I'm up for this 😁 |
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"Not really into fitness, but I am a fucking plank.
The mr "
Same 🤣🤣 |
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Please count me in.
I’ve lost 12kg this year and need to tone up now.
I’ll start my prep… will plank and add 10 seconds a day until the challenge starts. |
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"Good luck to those taking part in the plank challenge.Not for me as I think so where between 30 seconds to a minute is all I could manage.At work there is a daily steps challenge going on which I may get involved in. I will need to ask my more technology minded colleagues at work as there is a group and everyone score goes on it during the day so you can see who is winning on the league table it’s take from your phone so not sure how accurate these things are."
30 seconds is plenty. 60 seconds is loads! Don't be so hard on yourself. Starting small with regular intervals is the safest and most sensible way |
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By (user no longer on site) 11 weeks ago
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Never heard of this but more than willing to give it a whirl.
Even at my age, my bp etc is very good so working on my core strength can only be good??
ps I've never been to a gym in my life |
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By *os19Man 11 weeks ago
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"Good luck to those taking part in the plank challenge.Not for me as I think so where between 30 seconds to a minute is all I could manage.At work there is a daily steps challenge going on which I may get involved in. I will need to ask my more technology minded colleagues at work as there is a group and everyone score goes on it during the day so you can see who is winning on the league table it’s take from your phone so not sure how accurate these things are.
30 seconds is plenty. 60 seconds is loads! Don't be so hard on yourself. Starting small with regular intervals is the safest and most sensible way "
. I think the reason I maybe hard on myself is some years ago at work there was a 5 minute plank challenge 6 people managed between 1 minute to 3 minutes.3 were able to complete the 5 minutes |
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"I'm old and injured lol
I have arthritis in my fingers and lost half the movement in one of my wrists, so it's definitely going to be a challenge for me, even just doing the standard ones "
I've arthritis in my spine and neck, oh and I've ripped my plantar after going to a personal trainer as someone said exercise is good for you lol |
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"Good luck to those taking part in the plank challenge.Not for me as I think so where between 30 seconds to a minute is all I could manage.At work there is a daily steps challenge going on which I may get involved in. I will need to ask my more technology minded colleagues at work as there is a group and everyone score goes on it during the day so you can see who is winning on the league table it’s take from your phone so not sure how accurate these things are.
30 seconds is plenty. 60 seconds is loads! Don't be so hard on yourself. Starting small with regular intervals is the safest and most sensible way "
This! I have every expectation of needing to adapt either the positions or timings as it gets trickier. |
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"So does anyone want to do it again?"
Beached whale here, I’m still recovering from the one you did 2 years ago so I’m going to sit this one out.
Good luck to everyone who gets involved though |
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"plank position is resting on your elbows and toes, keeping the rest of your body off the ground and as straight as possible, helps strengthen your core muscles, im good at this 💪🏻👍🏻
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I don't mind being in, in principle, but does this also burn calories (fat burning) or just strengthen muscles? 💭
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"planks are a great exercise that can strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability. They can also help you prevent injuries, improve your posture, and boost your metabolism"
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Okay, Míddèrs, you have swayed me. Count me in.
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To clarify — the Telegraph group is just to offer support, daily poses, encouragement etc...but not photos of each other in unflattering poses? 🫤
Photos are actively DISCOURAGED!
Dammit. I was going to offer to adjudicate on the pictures
KC you can run the challenge if you have time!? "
I'm afraid I can't run anything right now (or at all )
Have fun, all you planks |
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By *heBelladonnaWoman 11 weeks ago
A dazzling place you never knew |
I’d like to join if still possible |
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"Please count me in.
I’ve lost 12kg this year and need to tone up now.
I’ll start my prep… will plank and add 10 seconds a day until the challenge starts. "
Congratulations.12kg is a lot, well done. Lovely photos - stunning body. |
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Count me in please, I did one of these a few years ago and was rubbish but I'm willing to try again |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 11 weeks ago
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... Just over a week until the challenge will start... Register here if you want to join |
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Urgh, tentatively in. I need to do something and be held accountable.
Mrs TMN x |
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By *ros40Man 11 weeks ago
Bedford |
I'll join this easy task
Sounds like a good warm up |
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Bit late to the party but why not, sounds ‘fun’, in please midnight |
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"We are still in midnight."
That reminds me of a regular dream I have… |
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"We are still in midnight."
I wish I was too 😈 |
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"We are still in midnight."
Lucky Midnight!
Remember - hydrate and take breaks. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 10 weeks ago
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Last call for sign ups.. Going live next week 😳😳 |
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Time to lub,erm,i mean limber up 💪🏼 |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 9 weeks ago
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Ok,the group is set up and messages on how to join have been sent out
If you didn't get a message from me, it's because of filters! So you will need to message me with your telegram name
Apologies if i spammed anyone.. And if anyone changed their mind, no worries!
I think we had 60 people participating in the last challenge 🏆🏆🏆 |
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By (user no longer on site) 9 weeks ago
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Can I join? |
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I’ve had a few drink so joining this feels like the greatest idea I’ve ever had! Oh the pain I feel that is about to come! 😂🤦🏽♂️ |
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Excuse my naivety but what is the plank challenge? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 9 weeks ago
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"Excuse my naivety but what is the plank challenge?"
It's a daily challenge involving different "plank" exercises - they are great for your core and stability. They get increasingly challenging, but you just do what you can, when you can x |
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Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨 |
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"Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨"
Not second thoughts, just confused. Have there been any challenges set yet or is everyone just chatting? Not seen anything yet.
I might run then. |
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"Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨"
Ooh how do I find the telegram group please? |
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"Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨
Ooh how do I find the telegram group please?"
Message Midnight |
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By *hilloutMan 9 weeks ago
All over the place! Northwesr, , Southwest |
Already started a day early😅😂 |
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Count me in Midnight please, even though the sideways ones killed me in Jan |
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By (user no longer on site) 9 weeks ago
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Sign me up. My core is getting terrible. |
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Yassssssssssssssssssssssssss I have never been more in than this, it’s time to see the six pack again, spin bike is also ready so I can still eat chocolate |
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Can I join in need to trim up for an upcoming trip. |
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"Sign me up. My core is getting terrible. "
I'm not sure I have one... I'm competing with Mr Greedy in the wobbly stakes 🤣🤣🤣 |
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By *aven.Woman 9 weeks ago
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"Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨
Not second thoughts, just confused. Have there been any challenges set yet or is everyone just chatting? Not seen anything yet.
I might run then."
I like the challenge but this is why I left last time, I don't care what you had for tea or if you found it easy, or if you can't do it until 10pm as you have the cat to feed/dog to walk...I don't fucking care!! Shut the fuck up and let people see the actual challenges.
And this is why I don't do group chats.
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"Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨
Not second thoughts, just confused. Have there been any challenges set yet or is everyone just chatting? Not seen anything yet.
I might run then.
I like the challenge but this is why I left last time, I don't care what you had for tea or if you found it easy, or if you can't do it until 10pm as you have the cat to feed/dog to walk...I don't fucking care!! Shut the fuck up and let people see the actual challenges.
And this is why I don't do group chats.
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Too much talking and not enough walking🚶♀️ I say |
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"Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨
Not second thoughts, just confused. Have there been any challenges set yet or is everyone just chatting? Not seen anything yet.
I might run then.
I like the challenge but this is why I left last time, I don't care what you had for tea or if you found it easy, or if you can't do it until 10pm as you have the cat to feed/dog to walk...I don't fucking care!! Shut the fuck up and let people see the actual challenges.
And this is why I don't do group chats.
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Amen sister.
I’m hovering on the bail button. |
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By *ayRyuMan 9 weeks ago
Harrogate |
Does being thick as two short planks guarantee inclusion into this club ?? |
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4km with dog there. I think my motivation is self driven. I do feel unhappy with my efforts recent months after holiday though, just hasn’t happened between other things going on |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 9 weeks ago
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"Hands up those who have joined the Telegram group and are already having second² thoughts...
🏃🏻♂️💨💨💨
Not second thoughts, just confused. Have there been any challenges set yet or is everyone just chatting? Not seen anything yet.
I might run then.
I like the challenge but this is why I left last time, I don't care what you had for tea or if you found it easy, or if you can't do it until 10pm as you have the cat to feed/dog to walk...I don't fucking care!! Shut the fuck up and let people see the actual challenges.
And this is why I don't do group chats.
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Awww you have to do you, but some people like the group support.. I'm happy to just send you the poses in your personal telegram if you want, so you don't have to join the group |
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And this is why I don't do group chats.
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They’re not compulsory 🤷♂️🤷♂️
If you don’t like them, don’t do them. Moaning about it when the OP has been kind enough to set this up is pretty pathetic IMO
** not just directed at this poster but everyone moaning on here…. 😘😘😘 |
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"Hi forummers.... i regularly get requests to rerun the daily plank challenge 🤣🤣 so clearly lots of you are more masochistic than you thought you were!
Usually we do it in January, when we all look like beached whales... So why don't we mix it up and do it in October, before we reach whale status ??
For any newbies, be warned some of the plank challenges are nigh on impossible... even in the whale position!
So does anyone want to do it again?
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I would plank on you to be fair |
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So when is this starting? Tomorrow morning? I better do get focused! |
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And this is why I don't do group chats.
They’re not compulsory 🤷♂️🤷♂️
If you don’t like them, don’t do them. Moaning about it when the OP has been kind enough to set this up is pretty pathetic IMO
** not just directed at this poster but everyone moaning on here…. 😘😘😘"
It is a group intended to do some exercise.
There was no mention of idle chit chat.
Nobody moaned, they made valid points.
Taking over the group with mindless dribble you could all do in private is the pathetic part.
**I’d add some silly emojis to make this reply seem less spikey but I’d rather leave the spikes. ** |
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"For any newbies, be warned some of the plank challenges are nigh on impossible... even in the whale position!"
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That's fine. I'll still try my best, but if I can't do it I'll just wait for the next one that I can do. xx |
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And this is why I don't do group chats.
They’re not compulsory 🤷♂️🤷♂️
If you don’t like them, don’t do them. Moaning about it when the OP has been kind enough to set this up is pretty pathetic IMO
** not just directed at this poster but everyone moaning on here…. 😘😘😘
It is a group intended to do some exercise.
There was no mention of idle chit chat.
Nobody moaned, they made valid points.
Taking over the group with mindless dribble you could all do in private is the pathetic part.
**I’d add some silly emojis to make this reply seem less spikey but I’d rather leave the spikes. **"
Fair one. Spikes deflected. I’m there for the planks and the squats. But it did come across as particularly ungrateful to the OP. Hopefully that wasn’t your intention either?
My skin is thick enough. Ta |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 9 weeks ago
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"Hi forummers.... i regularly get requests to rerun the daily plank challenge 🤣🤣 so clearly lots of you are more masochistic than you thought you were!
Usually we do it in January, when we all look like beached whales... So why don't we mix it up and do it in October, before we reach whale status ??
For any newbies, be warned some of the plank challenges are nigh on impossible... even in the whale position!
So does anyone want to do it again?
I would plank on you to be fair "
That's my kind of planking 🤣🤣 |
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By (user no longer on site) OP 9 weeks ago
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"So when is this starting? Tomorrow morning? I better do get focused! "
Yes tomorrow morning... 7am |
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By *hilloutMan 9 weeks ago
All over the place! Northwesr, , Southwest |
"So when is this starting? Tomorrow morning? I better do get focused!
Yes tomorrow morning... 7am "
Oooo...I'll be in the gym at that hour and can go to work immediately 😁 |
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I will jump in on this if there room still. |
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"4km with dog there. I think my motivation is self driven. I do feel unhappy with my efforts recent months after holiday though, just hasn’t happened between other things going on"
Sorry wasn’t clear there, need to sort my headspace with a lot going on outside of just me, so not at minute and I’ll work on getting back up to my own target for day/week walking. |
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We completed yesterday’s challenge last night and we’ll be attempting today’s later on too.
Thanks midnight |
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I’ve torn something already just spreading out my exercise mat |
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By *tew008Man 9 weeks ago
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"I was in until I saw the word fitness and now I’m out
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There isn't much fitness.. Most people give up after a week "
Happily do it I try and keep up with my calisthenics anyway. |
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