Getting in Better Shape as a Driver
- Thread starter PeasAndCarrots
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I wouldn't say it's a waste of time cuz any exercise is better than no exercise, but yeah if weight loss is your main goal there are better ways to do it. The main benefit of running is becoming a better runner.
Brownslave688
You want a toe? I can get you a toe.
It basically says if you're looking to lose weight efficiently it's a waste of time. Your body quickly adjusts.
It also mentions another study that says if you like running then do sprints. You'll lose weight and build muscle.
Depends on why you're running really.
I wake up at 5:30.
Hit my garage gym at 5:45.
Right now my workouts are:
1) Clean and Press
2) Front Squats
3) Pull-ups
4) Leg Raises on Pull-up bar
5) Incline Dumbbell Press
6) Dips
One exercise after another. 3 minute rest between rounds. 3 times a week (T,T,S)
I bring 2 protein bars, 1 shake, a salad with chicken or turkey and a few portions of fruit. Water all day.
You will be in the best shape of your life.
Jesus, do you have HIV?
Cementups
Box Monkey
He can't afford to eat after his ex takes her cut out of his paycheck.
Brownslave688
You want a toe? I can get you a toe.
And he pays for that fancy car and condo.
UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)
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Good one! (Kids are now 30 and 32 so haven't paid support in quite some time.)
Better than slopping the pigs or whatever it is you do on Green Acres.
Indecisi0n
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The only running that really benefits weight loss is HIIT running. The best way to lose good weight is to combine both weightlifting and cardio.
Brownslave688
You want a toe? I can get you a toe.
The best way is to reduce caloric intake.
Indecisi0n
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Don't be silly
This. You're not overweight because you don't exercise, you're overweight because you eat too much. No one can outrun a bad diet.
walk it off
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Work out in the morning 4x a week. Lunch is made at home but pack enough to get thru a long day. Protein bars and supplements aren't necessarily the best choice. Loaded with sodium and sugars. Stay away from caffeine(soda, energy drinks,) Hydrate and keep up your electrolytes on hot days. I use the bike for cardio as well as hitting the speed bag and heavy bag. Any exercise you do is good. Lot's of drivers confuse labor with exercise. You've got a good attitude and are motivated. Remember running on cement is not the best for your knees and lower leg,ankle,shins, etc. Any cardio is good. The early workout helps. It's about 1 hour
door to door. Doesn't need to be 2 hours. 30 minutes of good cardio and core strength. Pull ups and pushups are a better choice than weights. You lift enough weight during the day.
Good luck and keep up the good work
BakerMayfield2018
Fight the power.
Howard Stern said it best. If your fat and wanna lose weight stop eating so much fatty. It ain't rocket science.
Brownslave688
You want a toe? I can get you a toe.
Well not no one.
I think Michael phelps was taking in 10-12k calories a day just to maintain weight while training.
BakerMayfield2018
Fight the power.
No bro. No. "You lift enough weight during the day" might be the the stupidest statement of this whole thread. You need to incorporate wheight training into any workout regimen. Smh.
BakerMayfield2018
Fight the power.
He is talking about a average person who is trying to lose weight. Not an Olympic swimmer ...
Brownslave688
You want a toe? I can get you a toe.
Thanks for the advice from 2 decades ago.
Protein bars are great. Mine only have 1g of sugar and less than 10% of the recommended daily sodium intake.
Push ups and pull ups because you lift enough work.
Brownslave688
You want a toe? I can get you a toe.
Oh I know. Although I know we think we work really really hard but some loggers and construction guys can easily take in 6-7k calories a day and maintain a healthy weight.
