Disclaimer Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 (edited) As redkaw pointed out, you're paying for the support system -- how about you give me $45/mo (half what your local "Box" charges you), and for that I'll text you words of encouragement for an hour while reminding you to write down your reps? Don't even need to critique your form, Crossfit doesn't, they'll just wait until you injure yourself or get rhabdomyolysis. Edited February 11, 2016 by Disclaimer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted February 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 1 hour ago, whaler said: Cross fit turns people into kool-aid drinking cult followers. Next thing you know, you only wear shorts (no matter the temperature), flip flops, and drive a Jeep. No Jeep for me! I hate them. And shorts? I already wear them most of the summer anyway, and I HATE the cold, so no go in the winter. 34 minutes ago, Disclaimer said: As redkaw pointed out, you're paying for the support system -- how about you give me $45/mo (half what your local "Box" charges you), and for that I'll text you words of encouragement for an hour while reminding you to write down your reps? Don't even need to critique your form, Crossfit doesn't, they'll just wait until you injure yourself or get rhabdomyolysis. At this point, I'm just going in to talk to the owner. If I had any idea of what to do on my own, I would sign up for the local gym, but the only ones convenient to me are not staffed, and I want to have a plan to get results. I see it as more than a support system, it's a plan of WHAT to do, hopefully HOW to do it, AND the support to get it done. I'm not just jumping in with both feet, because I know that $90 a month is a LOT of money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 I know all the ones around here you have to workout when they do. They set the times when they will be working out and that's the only time you can be there. Not sure if they are all that way or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 10 hours ago, jporter12 said: At this point, I'm just going in to talk to the owner. If I had any idea of what to do on my own, I would sign up for the local gym, but the only ones convenient to me are not staffed, and I want to have a plan to get results. I see it as more than a support system, it's a plan of WHAT to do, hopefully HOW to do it, AND the support to get it done. I'm not just jumping in with both feet, because I know that $90 a month is a LOT of money! Hey, if it helps you meet your goals then it is totally worth it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted February 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 1 hour ago, blue03636 said: I know all the ones around here you have to workout when they do. They set the times when they will be working out and that's the only time you can be there. Not sure if they are all that way or not. They have a schedule with sessions that begin at 6 am, with the latest at 7:30 pm. I SHOULD be able to make something work without killing family time. 16 minutes ago, ScubaCinci said: Hey, if it helps you meet your goals then it is totally worth it. Even if it's just for a while for me to learn what sort of stuff I need to do, that I might be able to do on my own. Maybe do the CF during the winter, and on my own when the weather is nice? I don't know for sure yet, but I HAVE to do something, and that something HAS to be positive, and something that I will stick with. It's not ONLY about the fitness, it's also some discipline toward the need for fitness that I need, if that makes any sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 If you just want a plan, I could type that up for you in 20 minutes... There is no real "secret" to weight lifting form. If you aren't using inappropriately heavy weight, you shouldn't hurt yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 17 minutes ago, jporter12 said: I don't know for sure yet, but I HAVE to do something, and that something HAS to be positive, and something that I will stick with. It's not ONLY about the fitness, it's also some discipline toward the need for fitness that I need, if that makes any sense. I was in the waiting room for a pain management Dr. just before Christmas. It was filled with overweight, unhealthy, miserable people. I decided then and there I would NEVER be one of them. That's all the motivation I needed. Since then I've lost 15 lbs (8 more to go). I'm exercising and eating better but nothing too crazy. I eat a lot of tuna, salmon, and grilled chicken (high protein, low calorie foods). I cut WAY down on snack foods (stuff I would eat when I was bored), and I cut out fast food, which I don't really like anyway. For exercise I do 60-100 pushups a day. I do sets of 20 at random times throughout the day, a set takes less than 1 minute. I also do 30 minutes on a stationary bike 3 times a week. It's been pretty easy to stick with. I feel better. My body is more comfortable. I'm even sleeping better. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 Boredom eating is huge for me...when I get bored, I get the munchies. If I stay busy, I can barely eat and not notice it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nautical1 Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 39 minutes ago, redkow97 said: If you just want a plan, I could type that up for you in 20 minutes... There is no real "secret" to weight lifting form. If you aren't using inappropriately heavy weight, you shouldn't hurt yourself. This. Go on YouTube to get an idea of the proper form for the exercises you plan to do then practice them, most you could practice at home even without weights. Such as if you wanted to practice your squat and bench press form, grab a broom stick and do some reps. The biggest thing I think that kills proper technique is too much weight, like redkow said. And I have a couple beginner workouts as well I could send you to try if that's something you're interested in, just PM me. And like others have said, diet plays a big role in your success for either weight loss, muscle gain, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ludwb675 Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 I got a weight set off craigslist for cheap. It has a bench and an adjustable height rack. It goes tall enough for me to do squats and has adjustable height safety bars in case you cant get the weight back up. Cost me $150 and came with 175lbs of weights. I find for me i'm much more likely to exercise at home than drive 20 minutes to a gym. I do the 5x5 stronglift routine and have almost doubled my starting weights (but i did start off pretty light). I can't squat too much though because of my knees so i just do more reps at a lighter weight. But do whatever it will take for you to stick with it. If you need the support of the group, then do it. My wife hates working out at home. She needs the motivation of the group. She splits between cycling and TRX at a local place. It costs $11 a session i think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted February 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 I was thinking m,ore about the price. If I go 5 days a week (which is what I have in mind) that works out to $4.50 or less a session. I don't think that's so bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 (edited) $90 is $90, if you want to spend money on cheerleaders then that's your perogative. The "coach" isn't going to teach you any more than some respectable YouTube videos you can find with some simple GoogleFu. I get it, some people like/need that "personal" touch, like interactive YouTube. If you feel you're getting your $$$$'s worth, then only you can be the judge of that. Pushups are free (incline, decline, close grip tricep, wide, all the kinds!), squats are free, lunges are free, dips are free, running is free -- there are TONS of bodyweight, balance, and isolation moves that'll whip you into shape really quick -- all free. Discipline is also free, you just have to work at it. Edited February 11, 2016 by Disclaimer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 I'd settle for a local bubby that would go jog with me or work out with me in my basment several times a week. I know what to do and how I need to do it I just lack motivation and a support partner. I have a active job that keeps me moving and on my feet all day and I know Judd does too, if I didn't I'd be even bigger than I am now. My biggest problem is I LOVE FOOD, I know a lot of people say that but I truly do. I love flavors and spices and just that feeling after a a some meals that is so satisfying. And I don't mean the love of junk food and fast food. I truly enjoy large home cooked meals and a big steak, bbq or some really good Mexican cuisine. I really don't want to give up my relationship with food I'd just like to counter it with some extra calorie burning habits. I'm like judd don't really care about how I look I just want to feel better, and that usually goes hand in hand with loss of inches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 If you were local here, I'd buddy up with ya. I have a small home gym which makes it easier for me (not that you could tell by looking at me) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 (edited) 38 minutes ago, 2talltim said: I have a active job that keeps me moving and on my feet all day and I know Judd does too, if I didn't I'd be even bigger than I am now. My biggest problem is I LOVE FOOD, I know a lot of people say that but I truly do. I love flavors and spices and just that feeling after a a some meals that is so satisfying. And I don't mean the love of junk food and fast food. I truly enjoy large home cooked meals and a big steak, bbq or some really good Mexican cuisine. I really don't want to give up my relationship with food I'd just like to counter it with some extra calorie burning habits. I work from home and sit at a desk all day that's about 30 feet from my kitchen. Without discipline I'd be Edited February 11, 2016 by Tpoppa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 I work from home and sit at a desk all day that's about 30 feet from my kitchen. Without discipline I'd be This is my office and I'm up and down these stairs to the 12 foot high platform at least 10 times a hour so 80 trips a day. If ot weren't for that I'd be 400lbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 I work from home a few days a week usually...I bought a desk that raises and lowers so i can stand at least part of the time. I snack on sunflower seeds (in the shell) which keeps the hunger edge off, relatively healthy and you can't eat a lot of them in a short period of time so you can't really go overboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 If you were local here, I'd buddy up with ya. I have a small home gym which makes it easier for me (not that you could tell by looking at me) Same here man, I have a wie gh t machine, bench, tread mill, eliptical and all that in my basement. Lots of people I know would buddy up just noone local Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 LOL my love for food is the only reason I work out. So I can eat whatever I want in moderation of course. Also so eventually I can trick some poor woman into marrying me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 If you can honestly make it to the gym 5 days a week, that is awesome. I average between 2 and 3 ,and try to be active at least one day per weekend. I was a 5-6 day/week guy when i was single and living with my parents, and even throughout the time i lived with a roommate. But with a kid at home, I only have so many hours a day that she and I are both awake. I leave before she wakes up, and I get home at 7:00 on days i go to the gym. she's in bed at 8:00... As for diet, cutting out fast food, soda, and beer will do more (for guys) than most people would ever imagine. I find that my diet starts more at the grocery store than in the kitchen. I do not buy ice cream, soda, or chips (tortilla chips excepted). I do buy a lot of hummus and vegetables to dip in it. Popcorn and nuts are also good snacks. Nuts tend to be fatty, but un-processed fatty foods are still better for you than something processed (my opinion. no medical basis to back that up). I take the same stance on cheeses. if it's in block form, it's okay - if it comes in a can or a squeezable tube, it's not. ...now i'm going to get some Taco Bell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 59 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said: Also so eventually I can trick some poor woman into marrying me. Isn't that what alcohol is for? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 Just now, ScubaCinci said: Isn't that what alcohol is for? One night stand definitely, but marriage? I'd have to keep her drunk and that could get expensive. Plus, I don't drink much. I consider it work and I don't like to work to get inebriated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 2 hours ago, TimTheAzn said: Also so eventually I can trick some poor woman into marrying me. For the love of motorsports don't do. Next thing you know you'll be prepping for twins and all your plans will be shot to hell 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted February 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 42 minutes ago, Isaac's Papa said: ... Oh, come on Pauly. I know you had something of importance (or snarkiness) to say! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted February 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 (edited) I KNOW I only hit submit ONCE! I even switched away from that window pretty much right away! Edited February 12, 2016 by jporter12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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