A sort of comprimise really. Front squats were much more difficult than I anticipated. I started with 2 warm ups sets (5@30) to get a feel for it. Then attempted a work set, managed 1. Then again, managed 2. Decided then to do back squats, and did 70kg..
Topics: Weight Training

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Once again I have started weight training. It has been a long time since my last blog! I am now recording my progress on a Google spreadsheet . My aim is to: 1. Lose fat 2. Build muscle - athletic or for style, not fussed at my age, I do not do much...
Topics: Bodybuilding

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Hello. Firstly, I would just like to thank all the other would be bloggers that are here, and itching to get started. Come one, get your pens out and start blogging! I have started my fitness regime, again, with renewed vigour. Last year I lost 10kg,...

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Well, now been for 3 runs. Feeling good. After each run I do some circuit training too, just crunches, push-ups and hyper extensions. Still curling the 10kg dumbbells that live under my bed. Lost a little bit of weight, but once again, still lots to...

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Last night I went out for what can only be described as an impromptu run. I have been exercising again recently, this time with bodyweight circuit training. I have been doing my workout every other day, each time aiming to increase reps for each...
Topics: Running

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