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Oh you get extra points for that :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by TheHeathens
Week 1 complete.
Day 1. 10/12/7/7 - 26
Day 2. 10/12/7/7 -29
Day 3. 10/15/9/9 - 35.
Ive got a mate at uni doing it so we text each other our max to try and motivate each other to do as many as we can - it really works because today he got 32 and i was wrecked at only 20, but i kept on going to just beat him.:D
I was a tad tipsy on the old strongbow and that made it abit interesting - especially falling on my face when i couldnt get to 36.:rolleyes:
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Originally Posted by southernsoftie
Cheers! Long way to go to 100 (don't think I'll do it in 6 weeks) but it seems to be coming along nicely. I really need to lose some weight as well, I'm now 3.5 stone heavier than I was when I was running competitively so that makes it harder.
Al, you're on the wrong schedule mate. I'm on that schedule and I could only do 20 in one go at the outset. Based on the fact you can do 35 in set 5, your maximum should be 40-45 I think.Quote:
Originally Posted by Al Fowler
You should probably be on Week 3 (3rd column) which would be:
14/18/14/14/max (20)
The schedule you're following is the one for people who could do a maximum of between 11 and 20 push ups at the initial test. You're obviously able to do reps far in excess of this.
Good effort Al_ :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Al Fowler
I was so sore after first test I gave up :( Mig have to start again with a bit more ressolve
Stick with it Derby - as you get into it you won't even feel the pain, it's just that your body isn't used to it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Derby Tup
I had no motivation tonight, being a tad p*ssed helped.:DQuote:
Originally Posted by Derby Tup
Sure you're right 'eathens :) It's a matter of getting through the first lot of painQuote:
Originally Posted by TheHeathens
Pain is temporary, quitting lasts forever:pQuote:
Originally Posted by Derby Tup
But you already know that;)
I ain't no quitter. I'll have another go, promise! :):)
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Originally Posted by merrylegs
Week 3 Day 3 Col 3 repeated:
22/30/20/20/Max (34)
Back on track for Week 4 starting Monday!
Great stuff SS. Keep it up!Quote:
Originally Posted by southernsoftie
I saw this challenge a couple of weeks ago and I've just come back to it. I've just taken the test. 50 reps have left my upper body shaking as I type this. :eek: - quite surprising for a 45 y.o. 10 st weakling with no upper body strength and sticks for arms. (No, I didn't rest on my knees, or the wall.) :D
I'll be starting week 3 col 3 sometime soon, but just let me recover form the shock of this first.
I see some improvements already in others who've already started. Well done. It gives encouragement.
Initial : 20 pushups
Week 1 Day 1: 10 / 12 / 7 / 7 / max (13) - 49 total
Week 1 Day 2: 12 / 12 / 8 / 8 / max (13) - 53 total
Week 1 Day 3: 11 / 15 / 9 / 9 / max (16) - 60 total
Week 2 Day 1: 14 / 14 / 10 /10 / max (15) - 63 total
Week 2 Day 2: 14 / 16 / 12 / 12 / max (17) - 71 total
Week 2 Day 3: 16 / 17 / 14 / 14 / max (20) - 81 total
Did all the sets fine until the last one. Got to 14 and it became a struggle but managed to push out another 3 before stopping for about 5 secs, then doing the final 3.
I'm gonna have 2 days rest now before trying the max test again (fully hydrated and ready to go!) then move onto week 3.
Am going to try this. Know i can do about 30 so am going to skip the initial test so am fresh to start today rather than having to wait any recovery time! Never been good at press ups.
Would like to be able to do 100 pull ups. Would also like to be able to do 10!!
managed 25 QUALITY push-ups and 50 Quality sit-ups
so going to start tomorrow
Straight in at the top of the chart - good effort BritNick. Tell you one thing about fellrunning though, it's taught me not to underestimate you old timers and what you're capable of!;) If I could be half as fit now as some of you, I'd be quite happy.Quote:
Originally Posted by BritNick
I can get you to 10 easy: simple process I came up with a few years ago when I needed to up the number of pull-ups I did, and I still come back to it now when I want to quickly increase the number of pull-ups again. It's fairly similar to the press-up challenge thingy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Eggman
First of all you need access to somewhere where you can do them every other day. (When I'm running I use the swings at a local park I always run past; at home, I have a 4ft scaffolding pole which I rest over the stairs into the loft space)
The way it works is you do 4 sets (about 1min rest between sets). Sets 1-3 are a predetermined number, and set 4 is a max set with a minimum target, initially starting all the same number.
Any over the max target gets spread evenly over the sets starting at set 1, then set 2 etc. until you've added another repetition layer to all the sets including the max target. Then you start again from set 1.
E.g.
How many you can do over 4 sets at the moment? Let's say it's three.
Plan:
Day 1 - 3/3/3/Max (at least 3)
Actual:
3/3/3/4 (+1)
Day 2 target
4/3/3/Max (at least 3)
Actual:
4/3/3/3 (0 - no problems just repeat to same target day 3)
Day 3 Actual:
4/3/3/6 (+3)
Day 4 Target
4/4/4/Max (at least 4)
Soon you'll be doing 4 sets of 10 with a weighted rucksack.
Do this overhand grip with hands 3ft/just wider than shoulder width apart. The exercise of kings, this!!:D
I've just worked out I've 'pushed-up' 31,584kg in 2 weeks! :eek:Quote:
Originally Posted by TheHeathens
In fact, using the same principles as behind the 100 press ups and 200 sit ups, I'm gonna devise a more scientific programme to get us to 50 pull-ups if anyone's interested. Once I've got it together, I'll start a new thread with a spreadsheet attachment.Quote:
Originally Posted by southernsoftie
We're gonna be some very fit bunnies, aren't we? Knocking out 100 press ups, 200 sit ups, and then 50 pull-ups!!
Sounds like someone needs to go easy on the chocolate!!!;)Quote:
Originally Posted by TheHeathens
how about a Dips programme ??
You mean like guacamole, or sour cream and chives? Don't know how that's gonna help!!:confused:;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Slippery Stones
Oh, you're not wrong! Actually it's probably more of a penchant for weekend ale to be honest! Got my first child on the way next month so that should cut down on that anyway!Quote:
Originally Posted by southernsoftie
I'm 84kg at the moment but when I was running at my best in 2001, I was about 66kg :eek: I'll never get down to that as was only 20 at the time and I've naturally filled out, but just wondering how many push-ups I could do if I got down to say 74 / 75kg?
Right, I'm off for a run....
I'll definitely be up for that.Quote:
Originally Posted by southernsoftie
Cheers Southernsoftie that sounds a good programme for pull ups. Am keen for the 50 also!
Going to have to start the press ups wednesday. Was going to start this morning in the gym but some nutter got me to do his gym programme with him, never been so knackered would of done well to get 1 press up out after!
Hey southernsoftie,
I like the sound of your pull-up challenge. That's where I REALLY need help. Just got to get the press-ups, then the sit-ups, out of the way first. Now where can I find me a scaffolding pole?
My uncle in Devon works for a scaffolding company. He just ground one down for me and I stuck it in the boot!! Keep your eyes peeled for overhanging branches, internal support beams in your offices, goal/rugby posts.Quote:
Originally Posted by BritNick
The world is my gym!!;)
I can't even do 1 pull up :(
I'll stick to the push up challenge for now :o
50 pull-up thread now up and running.
Oh dear, shut me van door on me finger this morning......need to try and peel off the broken half of me fingernail with some pliers....
Week 4 Day 1 Col 3
21/25/21/21/Max(33)
Less than I did at the end of week 3, but half the rest between sets. Was the hardest so far. To hit the final 33 I had to break it into mini-sets (10/10/5/4/4) holding at the top of the press for a 'rest'.
Glad it's over!
Lacking motivation and confidence but im guna give Week 2, Day 1 a try.....
:rolleyes: I give upQuote:
Originally Posted by Al Fowler
Pull yourself together!:pQuote:
Originally Posted by TheHeathens
My pecs feel like they've been hammered and stamped on after yesterday's push-up test. I think I'll leave it a week before starting my session otherwise I'll never get started.
southernsoftie, sounds like you've got a handy scaffolding contact there. (Come to think of it, I'm sure there's a short length of scaffolding pole in my parents' cellar. Must remember to check.)
OneHillWonder, I know where you're coming from. It's a virtual impossibility for me too.
john, perhaps it might be best to wrap some insulating tape tightly around it instead? :eek: Cringe cringe.
Week 2, Day 1 - 14/14/10/10 - 30 max.
Stuggled abit.:o
Initial : 20 pushups
Week 1 Day 1: 10 / 12 / 7 / 7 / max (13) - 49 total
Week 1 Day 2: 12 / 12 / 8 / 8 / max (13) - 53 total
Week 1 Day 3: 11 / 15 / 9 / 9 / max (16) - 60 total
Week 2 Day 1: 14 / 14 / 10 /10 / max (15) - 63 total
Week 2 Day 2: 14 / 16 / 12 / 12 / max (17) - 71 total
Week 2 Day 3: 16 / 17 / 14 / 14 / max (20) - 81 total
Review Test : 30 pushups
Was a little bit tired still - probably should have had one more rest day before trying it because I reckon I could probably have done 35 or so.
Still, a 50% increase in 2 weeks is nothing to be sniffed at, especially for a fatty like me!
You Forgot Fatty Man U Fan !Quote:
Originally Posted by theheathens
Yesterday 15 pushups 10 times+ 50 situps and other stuff in club weights room.
Today 20 pushups 5 times then bit of a track sesh.
Started challenge today. Went straight in on week 3 day 2
20/25/15/15 then 30 in last set. Last 5 were on knees press ups tho so only just managed it!!
Week 4 Day 2 Col 3
25/29/25/25/Max 36 (140 total)
Oh. My. God. I'm typing this with my toes. So very painful!!! Again, I had to break my last set up, pausing for a few seconds at the top before knocking out another few. In the end, max set looked like: 10/10/4/4/4/3/1.
Still another day closer...