ri Alban Posted January 26 Share Posted January 26 I was about to jack in every thing last week. I having been able to train, and I was unable to work properly for months, but it got to the point after the new year, where I literally couldn't do it any more. I couldn't breathe probably, I couldn't stand or walk without being in agony. I had no strength and absolutely no energy. And my head was gone. I went home at lunch. My Mrs had kept telling me to take this B12 capsules for months, but I kept saying no. But this time I said feck it, may as well. A B12 capsule reversed everything. Unbelievable. Now I can do my job and now have my eyes on a bench and weights. Just need the back to stop giving me arseache. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alan_R Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 On 26/01/2021 at 04:01, ri Alban said: I was about to jack in every thing last week. I having been able to train, and I was unable to work properly for months, but it got to the point after the new year, where I literally couldn't do it any more. I couldn't breathe probably, I couldn't stand or walk without being in agony. I had no strength and absolutely no energy. And my head was gone. I went home at lunch. My Mrs had kept telling me to take this B12 capsules for months, but I kept saying no. But this time I said feck it, may as well. A B12 capsule reversed everything. Unbelievable. Now I can do my job and now have my eyes on a bench and weights. Just need the back to stop giving me arseache. Brilliant that you are back at it. Have a mate who has b12 deficiency. He kept feeling like crap but just thought he had viruses or was knackered from work, let himself get unfit etc. Ended up being admitted to hospital where they told him he could've died. That's when he found out the cause was b12. Sorry that seems a bit drastic. Im not saying you're b12 deficient but if it helps keep taking them and get back after it. All the best Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 4 hours ago, Alan_R said: Brilliant that you are back at it. Have a mate who has b12 deficiency. He kept feeling like crap but just thought he had viruses or was knackered from work, let himself get unfit etc. Ended up being admitted to hospital where they told him he could've died. That's when he found out the cause was b12. Sorry that seems a bit drastic. Im not saying you're b12 deficient but if it helps keep taking them and get back after it. All the best 👍 Cheers. I was close to going to hospital. I was like an old cripple, bent over, limping back and hips were agaony, I'd become exhausted instantly doing the slightest thing and hadno strength. Thank god my Mrs kept at it with the b12. My fitness has gone, but now I can sort it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RS86 Posted March 1 Share Posted March 1 Got an absolute bargain from Aldi. They are selling 4 x 2.5kg weight plates for £5.99 currently! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dano307 Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 Hi everyone, I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this or if it's allowed (if it's not then please remove!). I've been using my time in lockdown to put together a fitness business model to initially benefit people getting back in to exercise post-lockdown. I'm hoping to have this ready to launch in the summer. It's still in the early development stage at the moment and I'm looking for a wee bit of help with market research. The following survey should only take around 5/10 minutes and it would be a huge help in molding my business in a way that would benefit everyone in the best way! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSej0N8bIXTw3C9DkeP7DV19eVwusP5A7OQBuw4OpTlQ6Zf9FA/viewform?usp=sf_link Thanks in advance if you're able to fill it out! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alan_R Posted March 4 Share Posted March 4 On 02/03/2021 at 10:18, Dano307 said: Thanks in advance if you're able to fill it out! Done. Dunno if it was really what you were looking for but tried to fill out honestly. I have thought about PTs and stuff before but not felt the need to go there yet. As you'll know it's a really competitive market, especially just now. All the best! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
moonraker Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 Not sure how accurate this is from Garmin Connect but fitness age of 25 means I am over the moon as I am actually 62, never had the abilitybto get VO2 Max from my previous watch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 Who does the best deals in gym equipment? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lord BJ Posted March 11 Share Posted March 11 On 08/03/2021 at 15:16, ri Alban said: Who does the best deals in gym equipment? What you looking for? Gym equipment was quite difficult to get during the first lockdown. I’d probably just suggest going to Amazon and finding what suits you there for exercise and date wise. Alternatively, there are a bunch of sites that do second/hand return equipment which means you can some very decent kit at a good price. However, gym equipment defo a bit more expensive than used to as demand has soared. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted March 11 Share Posted March 11 53 minutes ago, Lord BJ said: What you looking for? Gym equipment was quite difficult to get during the first lockdown. I’d probably just suggest going to Amazon and finding what suits you there for exercise and date wise. Alternatively, there are a bunch of sites that do second/hand return equipment which means you can some very decent kit at a good price. However, gym equipment defo a bit more expensive than used to as demand has soared. Just looking for a squat rack and bench, with some decent plates and dumbbells. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ribble Posted March 11 Share Posted March 11 1 hour ago, ri Alban said: Just looking for a squat rack and bench, with some decent plates and dumbbells. was about to suggest www.iron-strength.co.uk as their prices are good and had stock available for 2-3 day delivery but their site seems to be down today Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted March 11 Share Posted March 11 Just now, Ribble said: was about to suggest www.iron-strength.co.uk as their prices are good and had stock available for 2-3 day delivery but their site seems to be down today Thanks, I'll have a look once it's available. 👍 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Armageddon Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 So I’ve been looking at spin bikes for ages, the Peloton especially, came across a guy on YouTube showing an alternative so watched another hunner videos on that and bit the bullet a went for it after a shed load of research. 5 days in, 6 x 20 minute rides done and I already feel like a new man! I’m following a 6 week beginner plan. £400 for the bike £30 for the cadence monitor £15 for the iPad holder £12 per month for the Peloton app with the first month free Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Byyy The Light Posted March 18 Share Posted March 18 On 16/03/2021 at 00:15, Armageddon said: So I’ve been looking at spin bikes for ages, the Peloton especially, came across a guy on YouTube showing an alternative so watched another hunner videos on that and bit the bullet a went for it after a shed load of research. 5 days in, 6 x 20 minute rides done and I already feel like a new man! I’m following a 6 week beginner plan. £400 for the bike £30 for the cadence monitor £15 for the iPad holder £12 per month for the Peloton app with the first month free Aside from the branding etc, is there anything this set up doesn’t have that the Peloton does? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Armageddon Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 15 hours ago, Byyy The Light said: Aside from the branding etc, is there anything this set up doesn’t have that the Peloton does? I've not done a live class yet so I'd guess you don't get added to the live leaderboard, when you turn the resistance on the Peloton i'm sure it tells you on the screen what figure your resistance is at, i'm just having to guess but so far it's not been an issue at all. I've done 7 classes in 7 days and still have to do todays, I honestly wasn't sure for weeks but decided to go for it - wish i'd done it weeks/months ago as now I actually look forward to doing a class - mental! I was actually £450 for the bike but paying with 3 x £150 interest free payments so even less of an outlay. The Peloton app is amazing, the wife is using it for yoga and strength training, hunners of plans no matter what you want to do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Byyy The Light Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 1 hour ago, Armageddon said: I've not done a live class yet so I'd guess you don't get added to the live leaderboard, when you turn the resistance on the Peloton i'm sure it tells you on the screen what figure your resistance is at, i'm just having to guess but so far it's not been an issue at all. I've done 7 classes in 7 days and still have to do todays, I honestly wasn't sure for weeks but decided to go for it - wish i'd done it weeks/months ago as now I actually look forward to doing a class - mental! I was actually £450 for the bike but paying with 3 x £150 interest free payments so even less of an outlay. The Peloton app is amazing, the wife is using it for yoga and strength training, hunners of plans no matter what you want to do. Brilliant info thanks. I’ve been humming and hawing about it but something like this might be the way to go. I’ve just been up the hills on my mountain bike and that will never be beaten but on the days I’m short of time or the weather is crap then this could be the answer 👍🏼 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sadj Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 On 11/03/2021 at 08:18, ri Alban said: Just looking for a squat rack and bench, with some decent plates and dumbbells. Mirafit are really good , not overly expensive and good quality. Thats what i use Quote Link to post Share on other sites
not just a game Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 23 hours ago, Armageddon said: I've not done a live class yet so I'd guess you don't get added to the live leaderboard, when you turn the resistance on the Peloton i'm sure it tells you on the screen what figure your resistance is at, i'm just having to guess but so far it's not been an issue at all. I've done 7 classes in 7 days and still have to do todays, I honestly wasn't sure for weeks but decided to go for it - wish i'd done it weeks/months ago as now I actually look forward to doing a class - mental! I was actually £450 for the bike but paying with 3 x £150 interest free payments so even less of an outlay. The Peloton app is amazing, the wife is using it for yoga and strength training, hunners of plans no matter what you want to do. Which bike did you buy? I have been looking at them and every time I am close to making a decision see something that makes me reconsider. There is just so much to consider - flywheel weight, braking/resistance system etc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Armageddon Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 1 hour ago, not just a game said: Which bike did you buy? I have been looking at them and every time I am close to making a decision see something that makes me reconsider. There is just so much to consider - flywheel weight, braking/resistance system etc I was the same, so the 'must haves' are magnetic resistance, a very decent fly wheel and belt driven - I got all these from the JLL IC300 Pro, £450 and you can pay over 3 x interest free payments. This has a 20kg fly wheel and it's very solid and smooth as a result. If you look online there are a few complaint videos on a clanking noise, but it turns out this same noise is even common on the Peloton bikes - mine had a slight scuffing noise when it arrived but it was the casing just needed a tiny loosen off and it's now virtually silent. The cadence monitor was a Wahoo from Amazon (£35) and it displays on the Peloton app screen when you do a class. You can maybe tell i'm totally hooked! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alan_R Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 On 20/03/2021 at 13:19, not just a game said: Which bike did you buy? I have been looking at them and every time I am close to making a decision see something that makes me reconsider. There is just so much to consider - flywheel weight, braking/resistance system etc I'm not a big cyclist. My mate is and just has a training wheel thing that he clips his actual bicycle onto and then goes various routes on a wee screen using Zwift. Given the price of the peloton I think I'd be inclined to go for a Zwift set up and at least you can use bike outside as well? On the topic of bikes though I bagged my first 100km cycle yesterday. I believe they call it a Gran Fondo. Leisurely pedal on a lovely day but still chuffed with that distance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Armageddon Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 59 minutes ago, Alan_R said: I'm not a big cyclist. My mate is and just has a training wheel thing that he clips his actual bicycle onto and then goes various routes on a wee screen using Zwift. Given the price of the peloton I think I'd be inclined to go for a Zwift set up and at least you can use bike outside as well? On the topic of bikes though I bagged my first 100km cycle yesterday. I believe they call it a Gran Fondo. Leisurely pedal on a lovely day but still chuffed with that distance. Aye I looked at that but the noise is too much for indoor use, the Mrs also wants to use it so far from ideal to keep swapping in and out with bikes in the garage. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 Just got my ticket to meet one of my heroes. The legend that is Dorian Yates. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RS86 Posted March 26 Share Posted March 26 13 hours ago, ri Alban said: Just got my ticket to meet one of my heroes. The legend that is Dorian Yates. Awesome. Will be good to meet him. Is he doing a seminar? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Leothecat1 Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 A bit off topic but I see ex player Sean McKirdy has opened a gym at Meadowbank. Looks pretty impressive and seems to have good reviews. www.Elevate98.co.uk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alan_R Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 (edited) This weekends activity. Wolfpack 100km ultrachallenge Just managed to finish it in just under 14hours Learning experience,legs totally gave way and had to really grind it out. Edited March 27 by Alan_R Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Taffin Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 9 hours ago, Alan_R said: This weekends activity. Wolfpack 100km ultrachallenge Just managed to finish it in just under 14hours Learning experience,legs totally gave way and had to really grind it out. Well done, following your stuff on here over the last year is really cool. You've been smashing it! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alan_R Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 (edited) 35 minutes ago, Taffin said: Well done, following your stuff on here over the last year is really cool. You've been smashing it! Thanks, just keep chipping away. I find posting here and other places just keeps me accountable and kicking on. Still stuck on a weight plateau but I'm the fittest fat guy you'll meet 🤣 Edited March 28 by Alan_R Quote Link to post Share on other sites
windsor1874 Posted April 6 Share Posted April 6 On 08/03/2021 at 15:12, moonraker said: Not sure how accurate this is from Garmin Connect but fitness age of 25 means I am over the moon as I am actually 62, never had the abilitybto get VO2 Max from my previous watch Pretty sure I've seen them CLAIM +/-5% accuracy. Even if you take that with a pinch of salt and say +/-10% would give you a range of 40-48. If you look at the rough guide below puts you in a good bracket! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 On 26/03/2021 at 10:03, RS86 said: Awesome. Will be good to meet him. Is he doing a seminar? He is indeed. And a few training tips straight from the master. Sorry I didn't get back earlier. In the JKB gaol. :D. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RS86 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 4 hours ago, ri Alban said: He is indeed. And a few training tips straight from the master. Sorry I didn't get back earlier. In the JKB gaol. :D. That'll be ace. He is a genius when it comes to training. Quite incredible how he has managed to step back from it all like he did and he doesn't seem at all phased about losing all that size. Not many egos in BB who could cope with it like he has Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 On 10/04/2021 at 10:30, RS86 said: That'll be ace. He is a genius when it comes to training. Quite incredible how he has managed to step back from it all like he did and he doesn't seem at all phased about losing all that size. Not many egos in BB who could cope with it like he has Big Ramy and Dennis James on my Birthday (26th June). Wee Lee Priest in October. The owner must have some contacts. Christ it'll cost me a fortune on their merchandise. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Governor Tarkin Posted April 20 Share Posted April 20 On 10/04/2021 at 10:30, RS86 said: On 10/04/2021 at 05:33, ri Alban said: He is indeed. And a few training tips straight from the master. Sorry I didn't get back earlier. In the JKB gaol. :D. Expand That'll be ace. He is a genius when it comes to training. Quite incredible how he has managed to step back from it all like he did and he doesn't seem at all phased about losing all that size. Not many egos in BB who could cope with it like he has I'm surprised he's still alive tbh. He must've chucked some amount of gear through his body over the years. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted April 20 Share Posted April 20 1 minute ago, Governor Tarkin said: I'm surprised he's still alive tbh. He must've chucked some amount of gear through his body over the years. That's where it goes wrong for these folk. The abuse steroids. Abuse of all things brings about the end. DY explains his use, and it's surprising how like he used for better gains,Insulin aside(Bubble gut). I actually don't know if I believe him or not about his use, tho. Apparently, He stopped straight away once he quit training, no need as he looked at it as a job, and no longer worked in said job. It's his mind altering drugs that will kill him. My god he doesn't half talk shite about it, anaw. Anyway, I'll enjoy meeting him and just listen to him and his adventures. True or otherwise, he earned it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RS86 Posted April 20 Share Posted April 20 On 18/04/2021 at 14:24, ri Alban said: Big Ramy and Dennis James on my Birthday (26th June). Wee Lee Priest in October. The owner must have some contacts. Christ it'll cost me a fortune on their merchandise. Lee Priest is some character. Again be good to hear what he says as he is very clued up. I love his no bullshit social media approach where he just goes off on people in his comments on instagram haha. 2 hours ago, Governor Tarkin said: I'm surprised he's still alive tbh. He must've chucked some amount of gear through his body over the years. He was always a proponent of use the minimum effective amount apparently. Whether I believe that or not... I think a big part of the risk is all the other drugs these guys use too for dieting, the diuretics, stimulants etc. Just strain upon strain on their organs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ribble Posted June 16 Share Posted June 16 Anyone use/used the LIFT Gym in Gorgie? Got a 10 day free trail starting saturday (have an intro session and a few classes booked), really just want to use the ten days to sort a strength/free weights routine that I can then follow back at my normal gym but wouldn't trust any of the PT's at my PureGym to show me how to skip far less develop a routine Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted June 16 Share Posted June 16 Quick question. I had severe cramp in my inner thighs.(The worst I've ever experienced and lasted for a good while). Can this damage the muscles, as I've not been able to move properly since last Wednesday. It feels like I've pulled or torn muscles. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EH11_2NL Posted June 23 Share Posted June 23 Does anyone use a fitness/calorie app other than MyFitnessPal? It's not available to me in Cayman and I'm looking for a decent alternative. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lord BJ Posted June 24 Share Posted June 24 200kg on paused squats today, think I’m going to die and have lost the use of my legs. Im in fear for the pain that is on its way Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RS86 Posted June 24 Share Posted June 24 1 hour ago, Lord BJ said: 200kg on paused squats today, think I’m going to die and have lost the use of my legs. Im in fear for the pain that is on its way Lovely Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RS86 Posted June 24 Share Posted June 24 On 16/06/2021 at 13:49, ri Alban said: Quick question. I had severe cramp in my inner thighs.(The worst I've ever experienced and lasted for a good while). Can this damage the muscles, as I've not been able to move properly since last Wednesday. It feels like I've pulled or torn muscles. A muscle can't tear from cramping, but it can bloody feel like it! How you feeling now? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted June 24 Share Posted June 24 (edited) 2 hours ago, RS86 said: A muscle can't tear from cramping, but it can bloody feel like it! How you feeling now? Getting better bud👍 Good victory for Tom at the WSM.. Pity he's a hun Edited June 24 by ri Alban Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RS86 Posted June 24 Share Posted June 24 35 minutes ago, ri Alban said: Getting better bud👍 Good victory for Tom at the WSM.. Pity he's a hun Glad to hear it Not been easy training in the recent heat. Incredible, chuffed for him tbh. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted June 24 Share Posted June 24 45 minutes ago, RS86 said: Glad to hear it Not been easy training in the recent heat. Incredible, chuffed for him tbh. Heat? Where? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sadj Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 On 24/06/2021 at 16:28, ri Alban said: Heat? Where? 🤣🤣 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hambone Posted July 5 Share Posted July 5 On 16/03/2021 at 00:15, Armageddon said: So I’ve been looking at spin bikes for ages, the Peloton especially, came across a guy on YouTube showing an alternative so watched another hunner videos on that and bit the bullet a went for it after a shed load of research. 5 days in, 6 x 20 minute rides done and I already feel like a new man! I’m following a 6 week beginner plan. £400 for the bike £30 for the cadence monitor £15 for the iPad holder £12 per month for the Peloton app with the first month free I decided to get a "smart bike" and man what a difference. I got a Sportstech ESX 500 bike cheap on gumtree for £150 Works with Kinomap which is really good. The bike automatically gets harder going up hills and things like that. Must admit i didn't know anything about these before but what a difference from a normal exercise bike for motivation. We took the family sub for Kinomap which works out at about 8 quid a month for 3 of use using it which is not bad. The one i got is about £350 on Amazon. The bike has the bits built in btw to be fully automatic on kinomap. I couldn't get it to work with other apps like Zwift. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sportstech-Exercise-smartphone-control-compatible/dp/B01F93NJPA/ref=sr_1_14?dchild=1&keywords=sportstech&qid=1625487186&sr=8-14 What kinomap looks like Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sadj Posted July 5 Share Posted July 5 1 hour ago, Hambone said: I decided to get a "smart bike" and man what a difference. I got a Sportstech ESX 500 bike cheap on gumtree for £150 Works with Kinomap which is really good. The bike automatically gets harder going up hills and things like that. Must admit i didn't know anything about these before but what a difference from a normal exercise bike for motivation. We took the family sub for Kinomap which works out at about 8 quid a month for 3 of use using it which is not bad. The one i got is about £350 on Amazon. The bike has the bits built in btw to be fully automatic on kinomap. I couldn't get it to work with other apps like Zwift. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sportstech-Exercise-smartphone-control-compatible/dp/B01F93NJPA/ref=sr_1_14?dchild=1&keywords=sportstech&qid=1625487186&sr=8-14 What kinomap looks like I need an app that puts my runs on tv so i can run through some nice places instead of staring at a wall or birds doing shuffle dances Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hambone Posted July 5 Share Posted July 5 (edited) 15 minutes ago, sadj said: I need an app that puts my runs on tv so i can run through some nice places instead of staring at a wall or birds doing shuffle dances Yeah Kinomap will do this via screen cast of your device Edited July 5 by Hambone Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sadj Posted July 5 Share Posted July 5 8 minutes ago, Hambone said: Yeah Kinomap will do this via screen cast of your device Ill have a lookie cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Greedy Jambo Posted July 9 Share Posted July 9 35 mins on the hoose bike, some press ups and weights, then onto the beer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RustyRightPeg Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 Hi folks. advice wanted. What’s a reasonable price for a PT block? I’ve been quoted £320 for 11 sessions. cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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