Ted Mosby Posted May 21, 2014 Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 First questions: Do I have to wait for the next 6 week challenge to start in order to participate? Which class/challenges would best suit my goals as stated below? So I just found this site while I am starting to get myself back into shape. I used to go to the gym 5-6 days per week and play hockey 2 times per week, then school/work/girlfriend got in the way. So about a week ago, I dropped one of those things after two years and am regaining focus on some of the activities that make me happy - going to the gym and striving to become a physical specimen(haha) included. I think this site is pretty interesting, and the idea of having a 'persona' with challenges and benchmarks to chase sounds fresh and motivating. Just curious if anyone has advice. I have some goals in mind, and think the Ranger class might be best suited for me at this point. I'm 6'0" and used to weigh 175 with really good muscle tone. Now I'm at 194(!!!) and out of shape. My first goals are as follows: Lose 14 lbsGain back muscle mass Run 2 miles in 14 minutesBench 160 lbsSquat 200 lbs I honestly have no idea how long these goals will take. I just started going back to the gym last week and will hopefully pick hockey back up in a month when I have some more stamina/endurance. So thanks for any future responses! Quote Link to comment
Rinn Posted May 21, 2014 Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 Hey there, The challenge ends in 4 days so at this point would probably be a good idea to prep for the next one.That's what I'm doing anyway. I'm new here too and waiting for the next one to start but I have been trying out the Beginner Bodyweight Workout in the meantime.Nice to meet you and welcome! Quote Link to comment
Ted Mosby Posted May 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 Oh, 4 days. Cool to know! Where do you find the beginner workout? Quote Link to comment
Rinn Posted May 21, 2014 Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 It's on this page:http://www.nerdfitness.com/resources/#resources-free Lots of goodies there! Quote Link to comment
INSAIYAN Posted May 21, 2014 Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 Hi Ted. You start your first challenge classless and choose a class from your second challenge forward. With both running and strength related goals, you sound a good candidate for the rangers. I'd recommend checking out a beginning barbell weight training program like StrongLifts 5x5 or Starting Strength to meet your bench and squat goals. Quote Level 2. Saiyan Warrior - Training with the Adventurers STR: 4 | DEX: 2 | STA: 2 | CON: 4 | WIS: 1 | CHA: 1 Powering Up Phase 1 - Shedding the Fat Starting Weight: 250lbs | Current Weight: 215lbs | Goal Weight: 200lbs Link to comment
Ted Mosby Posted May 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 It's on this page:http://www.nerdfitness.com/resources/#resources-free Lots of goodies there!Definitely a great link for more than exercise routines. Thanks! Quote Link to comment
Ted Mosby Posted May 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Hi Ted. You start your first challenge classless and choose a class from your second challenge forward. With both running and strength related goals, you sound a good candidate for the rangers. I'd recommend checking out a beginning barbell weight training program like StrongLifts 5x5 or Starting Strength to meet your bench and squat goals.Thanks for the advice. I'll read into Stronglifts 5x5 and Starting Strength. I also read your challenge thread in your signature and really like the goals and format that you have posted there. They are short and to the point and define clear goals, which in think is so important when trying to motivate yourself over the long term. I might steal some of the format if you don't mind! Quote Link to comment
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INSAIYAN Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Thanks for the advice. I'll read into Stronglifts 5x5 and Starting Strength.I also read your challenge thread in your signature and really like the goals and format that you have posted there. They are short and to the point and define clear goals, which in think is so important when trying to motivate yourself over the long term. I might steal some of the format if you don't mind! Thanks! I like to keep things organized and working as a technical writer has taught me to be succinct. By all means borrow my format. Quote Level 2. Saiyan Warrior - Training with the Adventurers STR: 4 | DEX: 2 | STA: 2 | CON: 4 | WIS: 1 | CHA: 1 Powering Up Phase 1 - Shedding the Fat Starting Weight: 250lbs | Current Weight: 215lbs | Goal Weight: 200lbs Link to comment
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