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How is your sports training coming along this month so far? What are you training for? Would love to hear what sport you enjoy doing or previously enjoyed participating in. Are you injured and working your way back to fitness, or even a retired sports enthusiast. Let's get chatting and supporting each other.
For me, this week I'm increasing my running mileage to 29 miles per week. I have stepped up from 4 to 5 runs a week. I am training for a marathon in April, my first event since I had ACL and meniscus surgery in 2023. I am also going to the gym 5 days a week and have a PT for one of those sessions. Plus I walk the dog when he's not running with us.
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"I'm aiming to do more pulls up on the bar and to increase my time whilst doing plank exercise. Apart from that, not much this month. "
I take my hat off to you, my upper body strength needs work, I can't do pull ups unless I am on the assisted machine with it lifting most of my body weight 😅. Although I do enjoy the challenge of planks.
Good luck with both of these.
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I've changed my workout program recently because because I thought I'd hit a ceiling with it and noticed I had stalled quite a bit. Since changing it up, I've noticed an improvement in a few lifts so hoping I can keep that going!
I'd love to get back into sports like table tennis or start rock climbing but worried how that might affect my results in the gym so finding it tough to know how to balance that  |
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I always do a daily 5 mile walk plus either 30 dips or 30 chin ups (3 x 10) at the outdoor gym.
Lately I have started doing weighted chin ups and weighted dips (by accident as it happens).
The ‘accidental’ part happened as a result of me carrying a hot water bottle, on my back, for the walks (yeh ok I’m a wuss that doesn’t do cold). The extra weight is about 2.5 Kg and I really felt it on the pulls ups and dips. I am now thinking of upping the weight to 2 hot water bottles 🤣
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"I've changed my workout program recently because because I thought I'd hit a ceiling with it and noticed I had stalled quite a bit. Since changing it up, I've noticed an improvement in a few lifts so hoping I can keep that going!
I'd love to get back into sports like table tennis or start rock climbing but worried how that might affect my results in the gym so finding it tough to know how to balance that "
I remember you saying about your workout program and am really pleased to hear the changes have resulted in improvement.
Are you concerned about losing time from the gym for other sports will negatively impact your progress and the benefits will be longer to wait for? But maybe the other sports will bring new noticeable benefits too.
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"I've changed my workout program recently because because I thought I'd hit a ceiling with it and noticed I had stalled quite a bit. Since changing it up, I've noticed an improvement in a few lifts so hoping I can keep that going!
I'd love to get back into sports like table tennis or start rock climbing but worried how that might affect my results in the gym so finding it tough to know how to balance that
I remember you saying about your workout program and am really pleased to hear the changes have resulted in improvement.
Are you concerned about losing time from the gym for other sports will negatively impact your progress and the benefits will be longer to wait for? But maybe the other sports will bring new noticeable benefits too.
Mrs"
It's mainly about fatigue as a result of the other activity that could compromise some of the workouts in the gym that I'm worried about. I'm wary that rest days are supposed to be rest days instead of using it to do other sports 😅 |
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"I always do a daily 5 mile walk plus either 30 dips or 30 chin ups (3 x 10) at the outdoor gym.
Lately I have started doing weighted chin ups and weighted dips (by accident as it happens).
The ‘accidental’ part happened as a result of me carrying a hot water bottle, on my back, for the walks (yeh ok I’m a wuss that doesn’t do cold). The extra weight is about 2.5 Kg and I really felt it on the pulls ups and dips. I am now thinking of upping the weight to 2 hot water bottles 🤣
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2 water bottles! You will be sweating just from the heat of them 🤣
I do also enjoy the challenge of carrying weight. I use the treadmill on a high incline (14) and good pace with a 5kg weighted bag on my shoulders. In my head I am like Rocky when he trains in Rocky 4 😂😂
Keep us posted on your water bottle challenge.
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"I've changed my workout program recently because because I thought I'd hit a ceiling with it and noticed I had stalled quite a bit. Since changing it up, I've noticed an improvement in a few lifts so hoping I can keep that going!
I'd love to get back into sports like table tennis or start rock climbing but worried how that might affect my results in the gym so finding it tough to know how to balance that
I remember you saying about your workout program and am really pleased to hear the changes have resulted in improvement.
Are you concerned about losing time from the gym for other sports will negatively impact your progress and the benefits will be longer to wait for? But maybe the other sports will bring new noticeable benefits too.
Mrs
It's mainly about fatigue as a result of the other activity that could compromise some of the workouts in the gym that I'm worried about. I'm wary that rest days are supposed to be rest days instead of using it to do other sports 😅"
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I'm not really training for anything specific, other than to get my shape +tone back and maintain my strength as I age.
I'm doing a 30-day challenge with some of the girls and I've restarted step + pilates classes at the gym.
My gym weight program is taking a hit now that I'm back doing classes and I need to figure out how to balance the two with a FT job and zero willpower! |
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"I'm aiming to do more pulls up on the bar and to increase my time whilst doing plank exercise. Apart from that, not much this month.
I take my hat off to you, my upper body strength needs work, I can't do pull ups unless I am on the assisted machine with it lifting most of my body weight 😅. Although I do enjoy the challenge of planks.
Good luck with both of these.
Mrs"
I can do 8 pulls up properly with correct form haha. Aiming to do 10.
As for planks. My longest is 4 and half minutes. So will aim for 5 |
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"I'm not really training for anything specific, other than to get my shape +tone back and maintain my strength as I age.
I'm doing a 30-day challenge with some of the girls and I've restarted step + pilates classes at the gym.
My gym weight program is taking a hit now that I'm back doing classes and I need to figure out how to balance the two with a FT job and zero willpower! "
I totally understand the need and want to get fitter and healthier as we age. If you are anything like me the zero willpower is for work more than working out 🤣
Pilates is excellent though.
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We both have 2 Ironman events scheduled for this year so have stepped up the training. Trying to hit 2 swims per week alongside 2 bikes and 2 runs. It's tough with FT work and the usual bugs that have been doing the rounds since Xmas. Nice warm weather training camp in Lanzarote booked in March and one or two half marathons to focus on distance running. Pretty used to serious mileage on the bike, whether that's indoor or preferably outdoors so not concerned about bike fitness. Roll on the warmer weather to back in open water rather than the pool. |
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I’m focusing very much on pole this year including adapting my gym routine to strengthen key muscle groups to support the moves on my list for this year.
So far I’ve achieved 3 of my goal moves with a spotter and 2 independently.
I tried Bungeefit at Christmas and really enjoyed it. Some of the moves cross over with pole - in particular this year I want to do handstand moves and doing them supported by a bungee has started preparing me for the terrifying idea of doing them up against a 45mm pole 😂
My big move I want to prepare for in later years is a full shoulder mount. So far I’ve managed a should hang which hurt enough for now, thanks.
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Recently retired ultra runner here - had to dial things back due to a combination of lack of time for training and a recognition that discretion is the better part of valour at my age!
I’m now focused on a ‘maintenance’ regime of 2-3 weekly runs mixed in with moderate strength training in the gym.
Coming out of the pandemic I discovered a love for paddleboarding and yoga. While I know it’s popular I have never successfully combined the two! Just love a road trip out to launch onto a new stretch of river - very zen. |
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"We both have 2 Ironman events scheduled for this year so have stepped up the training. Trying to hit 2 swims per week alongside 2 bikes and 2 runs. It's tough with FT work and the usual bugs that have been doing the rounds since Xmas. Nice warm weather training camp in Lanzarote booked in March and one or two half marathons to focus on distance running. Pretty used to serious mileage on the bike, whether that's indoor or preferably outdoors so not concerned about bike fitness. Roll on the warmer weather to back in open water rather than the pool."
Oh this sounds awesome. You have a great training schedule and bucket loads of determination. Really wish you both the very best of luck, keep us updated 
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"How long were you out of action with ur injury OP & how long were you on crutches? They’re driving me mad & it’s only been 2 days"
Oh my lovely, my heart breaks for you. Sending you healing knee vibes. How did you do it?
It took 5 months between NHS and paying private for an MRI before I was operated on. If the meniscus has flipped as mine did, then it's a priority operation.
I was in a full leg brace 24hrs a day for 6 weeks with crutches, then a further 3 weeks if I went out of the house to the gym but I didn't need crutches.
I had 11 months of physiotherapy, it's incredibly hard at times but is absolutely essential that you work hard in between sessions on your rehabilitation. My physio and a fantastic physio on here both know how hard I found it physically, mentally and emotionally but you will get there with hard work.
I am 19 months post surgery, 8 months post physio. I am running good mileage, and using the knee well. I still do my rehab exercises at the gym and think I always will.
Feel free to message any time about this problem, happy to share my experiences.
Best of luck
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"I’m focusing very much on pole this year including adapting my gym routine to strengthen key muscle groups to support the moves on my list for this year.
So far I’ve achieved 3 of my goal moves with a spotter and 2 independently.
I tried Bungeefit at Christmas and really enjoyed it. Some of the moves cross over with pole - in particular this year I want to do handstand moves and doing them supported by a bungee has started preparing me for the terrifying idea of doing them up against a 45mm pole 😂
My big move I want to prepare for in later years is a full shoulder mount. So far I’ve managed a should hang which hurt enough for now, thanks.
L"
I am really impressed by the all over body strength pole requires to make it look effortless and fluid. Bungeefit sounds great fun, I have seen clips of it.
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I managed to play about 20mins of football for the first time in over a year the weekend just gone.
I had a prolapsed disc in my back and wasn't sure if I'd be able to do it again.
But after lots of work in the gym building up my core, I finally got back to it. ⚽⚽ |
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"Recently retired ultra runner here - had to dial things back due to a combination of lack of time for training and a recognition that discretion is the better part of valour at my age!
I’m now focused on a ‘maintenance’ regime of 2-3 weekly runs mixed in with moderate strength training in the gym.
Coming out of the pandemic I discovered a love for paddleboarding and yoga. While I know it’s popular I have never successfully combined the two! Just love a road trip out to launch onto a new stretch of river - very zen."
Hope you're enjoying your trail retirement. Paddleboarding is great, even more so if you can stand up on the board. I was far too wobbly on my board, and spend long periods on my knees (not in that way) and my ankles hurt too.
I now use the balance board at the gym for deep squats whilst holding a 4kg ball outstretched in my hands. Anyway, I was thinking that this exercise may also be beneficial for my paddleboard crapness. So I will give it another try this summer.
Yoga is also fantastic! And is something I have started to do more of over the past few weeks.
I hope you enjoy plenty of zen Paddleboarding trips.
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"I started back at the gym today after getting tendinitis in both my arms back in August.
Fuck, it felt good."
Oh my goodness, that must have been such a positive feeling - super pleased for you.
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"I managed to play about 20mins of football for the first time in over a year the weekend just gone.
I had a prolapsed disc in my back and wasn't sure if I'd be able to do it again.
But after lots of work in the gym building up my core, I finally got back to it. ⚽⚽"
Congratulations! You must be over the moon. I want to say "take it easy" or "take care" but sometimes you just want to feel back to full health and capacity, so I will say "go for it"!
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"We both have 2 Ironman events scheduled for this year so have stepped up the training. Trying to hit 2 swims per week alongside 2 bikes and 2 runs. It's tough with FT work and the usual bugs that have been doing the rounds since Xmas. Nice warm weather training camp in Lanzarote booked in March and one or two half marathons to focus on distance running. Pretty used to serious mileage on the bike, whether that's indoor or preferably outdoors so not concerned about bike fitness. Roll on the warmer weather to back in open water rather than the pool."
Would love to do an Ironman, not decided yet need a push. I’ve done 4 marathons, loads of long rides but not too much swimming, although I did lifeguarding in Australia for a while… was not a fan of the speedos… |
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So far this year, I’m on day 30 out of 60, the plan eat healthy, no alcohol, 1.5 hrs per day exercise (weights, bike, abs, swim or running). In addition walk at least 1 hour per day. Cheat meal and a couple of beers once a week. Daily photo and weight check(no target for the weight just interested to monitor)
All going well so far 💪💪 |
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"I managed to play about 20mins of football for the first time in over a year the weekend just gone.
I had a prolapsed disc in my back and wasn't sure if I'd be able to do it again.
But after lots of work in the gym building up my core, I finally got back to it. ⚽⚽
Congratulations! You must be over the moon. I want to say "take it easy" or "take care" but sometimes you just want to feel back to full health and capacity, so I will say "go for it"!
Mrs"
Yep definitely just trying to build up at the moment, just getting myself ready for a tournament in Murcia in March. Then another in Barbados in June.😎😎 |
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"We both have 2 Ironman events scheduled for this year so have stepped up the training. Trying to hit 2 swims per week alongside 2 bikes and 2 runs. It's tough with FT work and the usual bugs that have been doing the rounds since Xmas. Nice warm weather training camp in Lanzarote booked in March and one or two half marathons to focus on distance running. Pretty used to serious mileage on the bike, whether that's indoor or preferably outdoors so not concerned about bike fitness. Roll on the warmer weather to back in open water rather than the pool.
Would love to do an Ironman, not decided yet need a push. I’ve done 4 marathons, loads of long rides but not too much swimming, although I did lifeguarding in Australia for a while… was not a fan of the speedos…"
Set yourself a goal, maybe an Olympic distance or half distance (70.3) to begin with. If you have a Full distance on the list you will achieve it with dedication and determination. You can't underestimate the achievement and buzz you will experience coming down the red carpet! |
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"We both have 2 Ironman events scheduled for this year so have stepped up the training. Trying to hit 2 swims per week alongside 2 bikes and 2 runs. It's tough with FT work and the usual bugs that have been doing the rounds since Xmas. Nice warm weather training camp in Lanzarote booked in March and one or two half marathons to focus on distance running. Pretty used to serious mileage on the bike, whether that's indoor or preferably outdoors so not concerned about bike fitness. Roll on the warmer weather to back in open water rather than the pool.
Oh this sounds awesome. You have a great training schedule and bucket loads of determination. Really wish you both the very best of luck, keep us updated
Mrs"
Often around your area as Ironman Wales is based in Tenby, as is Long Course Weekend Wales. We've been down in 2022/23 & 24.
Maybe this September to support friends if he takes the plunge and enters Ironman Wales. |
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"We both have 2 Ironman events scheduled for this year so have stepped up the training. Trying to hit 2 swims per week alongside 2 bikes and 2 runs. It's tough with FT work and the usual bugs that have been doing the rounds since Xmas. Nice warm weather training camp in Lanzarote booked in March and one or two half marathons to focus on distance running. Pretty used to serious mileage on the bike, whether that's indoor or preferably outdoors so not concerned about bike fitness. Roll on the warmer weather to back in open water rather than the pool.
Would love to do an Ironman, not decided yet need a push. I’ve done 4 marathons, loads of long rides but not too much swimming, although I did lifeguarding in Australia for a while… was not a fan of the speedos…
Set yourself a goal, maybe an Olympic distance or half distance (70.3) to begin with. If you have a Full distance on the list you will achieve it with dedication and determination. You can't underestimate the achievement and buzz you will experience coming down the red carpet!"
Great idea.
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"We both have 2 Ironman events scheduled for this year so have stepped up the training. Trying to hit 2 swims per week alongside 2 bikes and 2 runs. It's tough with FT work and the usual bugs that have been doing the rounds since Xmas. Nice warm weather training camp in Lanzarote booked in March and one or two half marathons to focus on distance running. Pretty used to serious mileage on the bike, whether that's indoor or preferably outdoors so not concerned about bike fitness. Roll on the warmer weather to back in open water rather than the pool.
Oh this sounds awesome. You have a great training schedule and bucket loads of determination. Really wish you both the very best of luck, keep us updated
Mrs
Often around your area as Ironman Wales is based in Tenby, as is Long Course Weekend Wales. We've been down in 2022/23 & 24.
Maybe this September to support friends if he takes the plunge and enters Ironman Wales."
Swansea and Tenby are heaving during those events. Be great to show support
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"I managed to play about 20mins of football for the first time in over a year the weekend just gone.
I had a prolapsed disc in my back and wasn't sure if I'd be able to do it again.
But after lots of work in the gym building up my core, I finally got back to it. ⚽⚽
Congratulations! You must be over the moon. I want to say "take it easy" or "take care" but sometimes you just want to feel back to full health and capacity, so I will say "go for it"!
Mrs
Yep definitely just trying to build up at the moment, just getting myself ready for a tournament in Murcia in March. Then another in Barbados in June.😎😎"
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"So far this year, I’m on day 30 out of 60, the plan eat healthy, no alcohol, 1.5 hrs per day exercise (weights, bike, abs, swim or running). In addition walk at least 1 hour per day. Cheat meal and a couple of beers once a week. Daily photo and weight check(no target for the weight just interested to monitor)
All going well so far 💪💪"
I like this, setting targets is great. Let us know next month how you got on, maybe others will do it too.
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"Had a mild stroke on November and looking to get back into the gym next week "
Oh gosh that must have been a worry. I'm glad you're at the point of getting back to the gym. Out of interest do you have a rehab plan?
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"How long were you out of action with ur injury OP & how long were you on crutches? They’re driving me mad & it’s only been 2 days
Oh my lovely, my heart breaks for you. Sending you healing knee vibes. How did you do it?
It took 5 months between NHS and paying private for an MRI before I was operated on. If the meniscus has flipped as mine did, then it's a priority operation.
I was in a full leg brace 24hrs a day for 6 weeks with crutches, then a further 3 weeks if I went out of the house to the gym but I didn't need crutches.
I had 11 months of physiotherapy, it's incredibly hard at times but is absolutely essential that you work hard in between sessions on your rehabilitation. My physio and a fantastic physio on here both know how hard I found it physically, mentally and emotionally but you will get there with hard work.
I am 19 months post surgery, 8 months post physio. I am running good mileage, and using the knee well. I still do my rehab exercises at the gym and think I always will.
Feel free to message any time about this problem, happy to share my experiences.
Best of luck
Mrs"
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"I managed to play about 20mins of football for the first time in over a year the weekend just gone.
I had a prolapsed disc in my back and wasn't sure if I'd be able to do it again.
But after lots of work in the gym building up my core, I finally got back to it. ⚽⚽
Congratulations! You must be over the moon. I want to say "take it easy" or "take care" but sometimes you just want to feel back to full health and capacity, so I will say "go for it"!
Mrs
Yep definitely just trying to build up at the moment, just getting myself ready for a tournament in Murcia in March. Then another in Barbados in June.😎😎
Oh flipping heck, that's exciting!"
Yep can't wait!! |
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"Had a minor stroke in November but I am aiming to start back next week.
60 min a day exercise each muscle group and cardio"
Keep us updated on how you're finding being back at the gym after a minor stroke, and how you're progressing with your rehabilitation plan. All the best for next week
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"lots of dog walking.. light weights bench pressing and lots of press ups"
The dog walking miles definitely add up each week, don't they. It's a great body workout in itself. I wish I could do press ups but I'm just rubbish at them.
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"A couple of daily walks, 30 mins HIT at lunchtime if working from home, sport on a Saturday and a recovery Zwift on the Sunday. "
A really nice mix of activities. What sport do you play on the weekends?
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"I no longer train, I used to do it 4 or 5 times a week, play rugby on a weekend, these days humping scaffolding around 5 days a week is enough for me."
Oh goodness me, I agree. You have a very physical job.
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I'm just trying to do a spot of half decent lifting before I'm off for surgery that'll have me benched for months. Straight back to 40kg on the incline bench and 6kg DBs each hand for lat raises so not too shabby, considering the surgery on my hand is not yet a full 5 months old and my grip strength is shocking 
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"I'm just trying to do a spot of half decent lifting before I'm off for surgery that'll have me benched for months. Straight back to 40kg on the incline bench and 6kg DBs each hand for lat raises so not too shabby, considering the surgery on my hand is not yet a full 5 months old and my grip strength is shocking
And no leg drive whilst benching either "
These are for reps btw. Not 1 rep max. |
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"I'm just trying to do a spot of half decent lifting before I'm off for surgery that'll have me benched for months. Straight back to 40kg on the incline bench and 6kg DBs each hand for lat raises so not too shabby, considering the surgery on my hand is not yet a full 5 months old and my grip strength is shocking
And no leg drive whilst benching either
These are for reps btw. Not 1 rep max."
Have you had a date for surgery? Hope it goes well for you. Your lifting is pretty excellent considering you aren't using your legs to dig in to the floor (which is what I need to do). My grip strength was shocking but it's steadily improving, definitely not there yet though.
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