The 100 push up challenge

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26-02-2009, 10:27 PM
stevefoster

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Mud

If you want to have sex with a walrus, yes.

That's just reminded me of a joke............
What's the difference between an Essex girl and a Walrus?
One's got whiskers and smells of fish..............the others a Walrus:D
26-02-2009, 10:36 PM
peawet08

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Peawet - initial test 25 push ups & 28 situps
26-02-2009, 10:44 PM
Hanneke

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Hmmm, I must be getting better at sex... just managed to do 7 pushups, then the phone rang...
27-02-2009, 03:01 PM
TheHeathens

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Managed to do 22 pushups last night and that was after doing the session earlier so good signs so far!
27-02-2009, 03:05 PM
southernsoftie

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by TheHeathens

Managed to do 22 pushups last night and that was after doing the session earlier so good signs so far!

I think Al asked the question earlier, but it's not clear from the site if you do any more 'exhaustion tests' between the initial test and the final 100, yet you all seem to be updating your max quite regularly. Have I missed something? How often should we be doing them?
27-02-2009, 03:08 PM
TheHeathens

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by southernsoftie

I think Al asked the question earlier, but it's not clear from the site if you do any more 'exhaustion tests' between the initial test and the final 100, yet you all seem to be updating your max quite regularly. Have I missed something? How often should we be doing them?

No, I just did that off my own back (trying to sneak in some extra training ;)).

You do the max tests at the end of week 2, week 4 and week 5 with the final test on week 6

As you started on week 3, you just do the week 4 and 5 ones
27-02-2009, 03:14 PM
southernsoftie

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by TheHeathens

You do the max tests at the end of week 2, week 4 and week 5 with the final test on week 6

As you started on week 3, you just do the week 4 and 5 ones

Cool, Ta.

So currently stand at:

Softie............43 24/02
John Doe........30 26/02 (+10)
Mud...............28 26/02
Peawet...........25 26/02
Trog..............25 26/02
TheHeathens...20 27/02 (+2)
Al Fowler........20 24/02
Derby Tup......20 26/02
Donkarlo.........13 25/02
Hanneke.........7 26/02

Anyone else?

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Originally Posted by skennaugh

I'm just going to have a look now. Sounds fun????

Sken?
27-02-2009, 03:36 PM
TheHeathens

Re: The 100 push up challenge

So currently stand at:

Softie............43 24/02
John Doe........30 26/02 (+10)
Mud...............28 26/02
Peawet...........25 26/02
Trog..............25 26/02
TheHeathens...22 27/02 (+2)
Al Fowler........20 24/02
Derby Tup......20 26/02
Donkarlo.........13 25/02
Hanneke.........7 26/02

Anyone else?
27-02-2009, 03:42 PM
southernsoftie

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Soz:o
27-02-2009, 05:38 PM
Derby Tup

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Interesting sub-plot / competition warming up here ;) I thought the aim was to do 100 at the end of the programme, not try to top each other (with extra training too).
27-02-2009, 05:40 PM
Al Fowler

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

Interesting sub-plot / competition warming up here ;) I thought the aim was to do 100 at the end of the programme, not try to top each other (with extra training too).

Cheats arent they!
Im planning on starting my 'training' on monday.:)
27-02-2009, 05:44 PM
Derby Tup

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Al Fowler

Cheats arent they!
Im planning on starting my 'training' on monday.:)

We'll be having people racing up and down mountains soon at this rate, instead of just seeing if they can get to the top ;) My training starts Monday too Al! :)
27-02-2009, 05:51 PM
TheHeathens

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Quote:

Originally Posted by Derby Tup

Interesting sub-plot / competition warming up here ;) I thought the aim was to do 100 at the end of the programme, not try to top each other (with extra training too).

It is - it's just a bit of fun - the list is there to motivate (shame?) you into action ;)
27-02-2009, 06:00 PM
Al Fowler

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Just tried to see if i could up my highest....stomach muscles still arent talking to me and decided one was enough so i think ill wait till monday.:rolleyes:
27-02-2009, 06:03 PM
stevefoster

Re: The 100 push up challenge

C'mon you lot, your Fellrunner's, all your training should be outside with your final 100 test performed in ankle deep bogwater:p
27-02-2009, 06:04 PM
Derby Tup

Re: The 100 push up challenge

I don't know what they're called but my upper front chest muscles are killing me today :( Going to be a tough campaign for us non-gymnasium going types! ;):D
27-02-2009, 06:05 PM
Al Fowler

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by merrylegs

C'mon you lot, your Fellrunner's, all your training should be outside with your final 100 test performed in ankle deep bogwater:p

......on a 45 degree slope.........head pointing down....:D
27-02-2009, 06:08 PM
stevefoster

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

I don't know what they're called but my upper front chest muscles are killing me today :( Going to be a tough campaign for us non-gymnasium going types! ;)

Pain is your friend, it lets you know your still alive:eek:

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Originally Posted by Al Fowler

......on a 45 degree slope.........head pointing down....

That's the spirit, Private Fowler;)
27-02-2009, 06:23 PM
Hanneke

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

I don't know what they're called but my upper front chest muscles are killing me today :( Going to be a tough campaign for us non-gymnasium going types!

Would that be your pecs then DT? :D

I am just going to see if I can top yesterdays encourageing result... how long do we have to get to 100, I need to know, as I am following my own training programme... :)
27-02-2009, 06:29 PM
southernsoftie

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

Interesting sub-plot / competition warming up here ;) I thought the aim was to do 100 at the end of the programme, not try to top each other (with extra training too).

It just helps measure all our progress. We've already gained 12 extra between us.

No shame involved either: fell runners aren't reknowned for their upper body strength. Which'll make it all the more impressive when we start topping out at 100! :cool:
27-02-2009, 06:59 PM
Hanneke

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by southernsoftie

Which'll make it all the more impressive when we start topping out at 100! :cool:

Would we? I have my doubts :D Mind you, I used to be able to do well over 30, so if I can get to that again with my dodgy shoulder I'd be happy :)
27-02-2009, 09:02 PM
southernsoftie

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Hanneke

I am just going to see if I can top yesterdays encourageing result... how long do we have to get to 100, I need to know, as I am following my own training programme... :)

6 weeks is the plan:eek: But it does allow for longer if needed.

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Originally Posted by Hanneke

Would we? I have my doubts :D

Would be good to see us all do it. Positive thinking peeps.:D
27-02-2009, 09:15 PM
Hanneke

Re: The 100 push up challenge

I'd be happy if I get to 50 in that time...:o

But, as you say, positive thinking :)
27-02-2009, 09:16 PM
Trog

Re: The 100 push up challenge

I do not feel too bad after the initial test yesterday; I may be tempted to move Day 1 forward from Monday to Tomorrow or Sunday

I have just realised that six weeks is just after the Gisborough Moors race so the final week may be a bit tough :eek:
28-02-2009, 01:12 AM
Al Fowler

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by southernsoftie

Would be good to see us all do it. Positive thinking peeps.:D

Im must confess, i doubt ill make it!
28-02-2009, 09:12 AM
Stolly

Re: The 100 push up challenge

I don't want to brag or anything but I reckon I'd be able to do 100 press ups straight out of the box - not at this second but maybe tomorrow morning :rolleyes::D

One of the lesser useful advantages of being a 'stocky' runner
28-02-2009, 09:49 AM
Derby Tup

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Crippled with DOMS after my 20 on Thursday. Chest a bit better than yesterday but stomach muscles killing me :( Might try a recovery session later! ;):)
28-02-2009, 10:24 AM
Penguin

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

Crippled with DOMS after my 20 on Thursday. Chest a bit better than yesterday but stomach muscles killing me :( Might try a recovery session later! ;):)

o dear, just 20!:eek:
28-02-2009, 10:32 AM
john doe

Re: The 100 push up challenge

10 press-ups five times, 60sec rest.........off to do Noonstones in a bit.
28-02-2009, 11:39 AM
LMF

Re: The 100 push up challenge

I've been at this for 2 weeks, but only just noticed this thread.

Just finished week 2, doing column 3 - finding it hard going, but just about managing. Exhaustion test tomorrow. Don't fancy my chances much, reckon I'll do 20-25 and get demoted to column 2 where I belong. I find it hard to beleive this will lead to doing 100 in another 4 weeks, especially for anybody who isn't in column 3, but I live in hope.
28-02-2009, 12:20 PM
Derby Tup

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Steady recovery 5. Not bad after 2 large bacon and tomato sarnies, large mug of tea and a Jaffa cake bar ;) tbh if I can get to 50 I'll be amazed and delighted :cool:
28-02-2009, 07:14 PM
stevefoster

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

Steady recovery 5. Not bad after 2 large bacon and tomato sarnies, large mug of tea and a Jaffa cake bar ;) tbh if I can get to 50 I'll be amazed and delighted :cool:

50 large bacon and tomato sarnies:eek:
Carbo loading for the Fellsman mate?:D
28-02-2009, 07:18 PM
Derby Tup

Re: The 100 push up challenge

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Originally Posted by merrylegs

50 large bacon and tomato sarnies:eek:
Carbo loading for the Fellsman mate?:D

pmsl - nice one merry! :D:cool:
28-02-2009, 09:36 PM
southernsoftie

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Week 3 Day 2
20/25/15/15/Max (30)

Shoulder that I wrenched on Thursday night was a bit sore from the fourth set onwards, and also this immediately followed a hard Bis and Tris session. So all in all, not too bad.

The Sit Ups challenge was another story. Followed their guide to good form (i.e. holding the crunch at the top for 1-2secs). This turned out to be a very bad idea - only managed 28!!:eek:

Oh well, from tiny acorn...
:)
28-02-2009, 10:22 PM
Hanneke

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Ahhh, the situp challenge... I am going to do those tomorrow afternoon, see how many I can manage...
28-02-2009, 11:07 PM
Penguin

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Quote:

Originally Posted by southernsoftie

Week 3 Day 2
20/25/15/15/Max (30)

Shoulder that I wrenched on Thursday night was a bit sore from the fourth set onwards, and also this immediately followed a hard Bis and Tris session. So all in all, not too bad.

The Sit Ups challenge was another story. Followed their guide to good form (i.e. holding the crunch at the top for 1-2secs). This turned out to be a very bad idea - only managed 28!!:eek:

Oh well, from tiny acorn...
:)

i managed erm 3! as you say from a acorn:rolleyes:
01-03-2009, 11:05 AM
TheHeathens

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Quote:

Originally Posted by john doe

10 press-ups five times, 60sec rest.........off to do Noonstones in a bit.

Are you not doing the set training schedule? Just I can't see any of the sessions have 5*10
01-03-2009, 11:10 AM
TheHeathens

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Initial : 20 pushups

Week 1 Day 1: 10 / 12 / 7 / 7 / max (13)
Week 1 Day 2: 12 / 12 / 8 / 8 / max (13)
01-03-2009, 03:54 PM
john doe

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheHeathens

Are you not doing the set training schedule? Just I can't see any of the sessions have 5*10

Just made that one up :o
01-03-2009, 05:45 PM
Derby Tup

Re: The 100 push up challenge

Stomach muscles (I use the phrase in the loosest possible way) have settled down so tomorrow will be week 1, day 1 :eek:

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