When I was in package I worked out before work, usually got up around 0430 and ran for 45-60 minutes then lifted weights for another 30-40 minutes. I do the same thing in feeders but I work nights so I don't get up til 1230 or so.
Getting in Better Shape as a Driver
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Jackburton
Gone Fish'n
I've recently laid off running as it was bothering my back from pounding the pavement. I usually get on the elliptical 3-4 times a week for about an hour after work at the gym. Burn around 800-900 calories and feel great afterwards. I was doing spin class in the mornings but when it get hot outside, the day is rough.
Poop Head
Judge me.
It's a pita. You can use the shelves for pullup variations and dips. Although they are a bit wide, puts alot of load on shoulders, not recommended for beginners
DriveInDriveOut
Inordinately Right
I've had to switch to liquor since going to feeders. I miss beer, so, so very much. It's been tough work but I'm hanging in there.
Indecisi0n
Well-Known Member
Want to hang out some time?
UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)
Well-Known Member
Richard Harrow
Deplorable.
We had one. Retired as a clerk about a year ago. Drove from early 80's til about 2012. He was every bit of 275 lbs.
I remember being sent to help him during peak probably 10-12 years ago. No way it was above 25 degrees outside. I pull into an apartment complex, his truck is there running with bulkhead open and here he comes out of a building, full-on sprint, no jacket or hat, just dripping with sweat. I couldn't believe what I was seeing.
sailfish
Master of Karate and Friendship for Everyone
Alright.
Indecisi0n
Well-Known Member
I'll be doing naked push-ups at 12:30.
sailfish
Master of Karate and Friendship for Everyone
Think you can still do them with me on your back?
Indecisi0n
Well-Known Member
Which way will you be facing?
sailfish
Master of Karate and Friendship for Everyone
I was going to sit right on your shoulders.
Indecisi0n
Well-Known Member
What's that thing resting on my neck?
sailfish
Master of Karate and Friendship for Everyone
Ohh....I don't know...
Indecisi0n
Well-Known Member
Both my hands are being used so I might have to explore it some other way...
oldupsman
Well-Known Member
Biggest thing for me was what time of day I ate, not only what I ate. Always had a huge breakfast in the
morning. I would actually eat whatever my wife had cooked for herself for dinner the night before.
Spaghetti, stuffed pork chops, chicken breast, meatloaf, didn't matter. I could eat anything first thing
in the morning. Then always had a big lunch about 2:00. Never ate when I got home which was usually about 8.
Maybe an apple just to take off the edge. Those late night dinners are a killer.
Here is an analogy or parable. Just like Jesus is the church, you are the gym. You can always drop down anywhere and rip off push ups. YOU can incline, decline, change how far your hands at together, or go slow as to achieve the perfect push up.
DriverNerd
Well-Known Member
This. I bring my own lunch. No fast food. I pack a protein bar, meal replacement bar (high protein) or turkey (or any lean meat) sandwich, raisins, string cheese, couple waters and 1 Gatorade. Certainly not all of that is healthy, but you gotta cheat a little to keep some sanity. Refill the waters throughout the day. Eat throughout the day, not all at once. Don't eat more than you need. I also run on the weekends. And I work almost 60 hours a week, in my mid 30's and have kids. I don't know many people that honestly "just don't have time to workout". I use work as my main workout. I carry as often as I can (as opposed to carting) for the workout aspect of it, but don't ever be stupid and lift more than you can, as that can lead to an injury. And always use proper lifting techniques.
Analbumcover
ControlPkgs
You mean you're not built like Miku?
