FabSwingers.com mobile

Join us FREE, we're FREE to use

Web's largest swingers site since 2006.

Already registered?
Login here

Back to forum list
Back to The Lounge

Question for all the fitness fanatics...

Jump to newest
 

By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Started a fitness regime yesterday and unsurprisingly I ache a bit today.

Question is do I rest up today (which I don't want to) or carry on another session, no pain no gain malarkey.

I don't want to end up unable to walk this afternoon

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"Started a fitness regime yesterday and unsurprisingly I ache a bit today.

Question is do I rest up today (which I don't want to) or carry on another session, no pain no gain malarkey.

I don't want to end up unable to walk this afternoon "

Rest or not... it won't make a difference. .

The best way I found to avoid DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) is with light cardio after your heavy session. If it's your first session, you'll probably be hurting for a week. I would still train though, and the science types suggest that it is fine to do so.

You could reduce the ache with pain killers, but personally I quite like it.

Cal

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You will probably be aching more tomorrow,it usually hits you worse a couple of days later

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *atindollTV/TS
over a year ago

edinburgh

I've been walking like an old man when I first get up after walking six miles a day for the last few months-with a couple of rest days between-,I mentioned this to a friend that runs regular marathons and he cheerfully told me that's good,you need to feel like you've had the shit knocked out you lol.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You will probably be aching more tomorrow,it usually hits you worse a couple of days later"

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I train 4 times a week and still ache a bit,but 2 of those are swimming which just knackers you out as opposed to aching

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've just recently returned to the gym after a break of over a year and take rest days.

It's good to let your muscles recover, too much too soon and you'll get an injury. You will probably ache all week but it will get easier as you do more x

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *emwerMan
over a year ago

new cross

It's absolutely fine to train today again but tbh u don't need to.

focus on nutrition for today and rehydration maybe do a strecthing session your body will love you for it later. No painkillers it's counterproductive and don't overdo your sessions a hr is plenty with 1min rest periods in between exercises get your partner to rub in some deep heat if it gets unbearable if you really have the urge to train do a focus session 1 muscle 1 session 8 to 10 exercises .

I'm a boxing coach and personal trainer 15 yrs experience inbox me anytime u like

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"It's absolutely fine to train today again but tbh u don't need to.

focus on nutrition for today and rehydration maybe do a strecthing session your body will love you for it later. No painkillers it's counterproductive and don't overdo your sessions a hr is plenty with 1min rest periods in between exercises get your partner to rub in some deep heat if it gets unbearable if you really have the urge to train do a focus session 1 muscle 1 session 8 to 10 exercises .

I'm a boxing coach and personal trainer 15 yrs experience inbox me anytime u like "

Just tried to message you on a training problem

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *emwerMan
over a year ago

new cross

Hey brother (we both block men so it probably ain't gone thru ) what's up ?

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Hey brother (we both block men so it probably ain't gone thru ) what's up ? "

Just want a different point if view,my stomache muscles are cramping up every time i do sit ups,last 3 or 4 months its been happening,maybe its a lack of something in my body"patassium" or something else

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I always stretch after a work out, its helps lots. And importantly always warm up before any weight exercises.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Train different body parts on different days and give at least 4 days for each part ot rest. Try and do push one day pull next time. So chest Monday back tuesday weds off shoulders thurs legs fri sat off arms abs anytning else you like sun. Do a bit of cardio after your workouts too. Main thinng is diet amd rest plays a big part. Hope this helps

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Thanks for all your comments. I think your right one more light session won't hurt (I hope!) and then have a day off tomorrow x

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Eat properly keep it up.

It's the start its going to be sore but it goes away.

Just keep the routine you planned out. Dont start taking ad hoc rest days or youre going to have given up by the end of the month.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If it's a little ache it's fine to train.... If it's doms, rest till they go. That's your body's way of saying its worked enough and needs to heal. As others have said, if it is doms nutrition and hydration followed by a proper night's sleep

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I tried planking for the first time. Omg i had no idea how hard it was! Either that or I'm very weak!

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *emwerMan
over a year ago

new cross

I can't tell you on here tbh would need more info dash sorry buddy

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Recovery is the most important part. Nutrition and sleep is the difference maker

If your that sore it'd be a half assed workout then leave it for another day

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *emwerMan
over a year ago

new cross

I tell you what tho sit ups aren't really effective planks leg raises etc put more pressure on the abdominal muscle groups

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I can't tell you on here tbh would need more info dash sorry buddy "

No worries pal

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I tell you what tho sit ups aren't really effective planks leg raises etc put more pressure on the abdominal muscle groups "

This

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *iggles and BeardyCouple
over a year ago

Bristol


"Started a fitness regime yesterday and unsurprisingly I ache a bit today.

Question is do I rest up today (which I don't want to) or carry on another session, no pain no gain malarkey.

I don't want to end up unable to walk this afternoon "

No pain no gain was a terrible fitness logo of the 80s and caused a ton of harm.

If your body is hurting, listen to it and let it rest. What you are feeling is DOMS and will happen everytime you first excercise a muscle, with a new routine.

Feel free to go again, just do a different muscle group.

Not listening to said pains is how so many new gym goers end up spending more time out of gym than in and soon quit from injury.

Dont be a crossfit lemming

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *iggles and BeardyCouple
over a year ago

Bristol

Train

Eat

SLEEP. (This one is realy important)

I kinda love DOMS after learning a new exercise, sure drives me nuts as I hate forced rest days, but the pain is intresting and seeing how muscle reacts while repairs is pretty cool.

You discover muscles you didnt know you had lol

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *orum TrollWoman
over a year ago

•+• Access Denied •+•

no pain no gain is a myth. just means you can tell you've worked your muscles, doesn't mean if they don't hurt you haven't done enough.

you only need 20 mins of exertion 5 times a week to remain healthy, or combine those amounts of exercise into any chunks of 100 mins a week in total. anything more than that and you will start to gain muscle and lose fat, but it doesn't have to hurt.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *risky_MareWoman
over a year ago

...Up on the Downs


"Hey brother (we both block men so it probably ain't gone thru ) what's up ?

Just want a different point if view,my stomache muscles are cramping up every time i do sit ups,last 3 or 4 months its been happening,maybe its a lack of something in my body"patassium" or something else"

More likely to be magnesium - try some it's cheap as chips.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The instructions that came with my multi gym say to build up to 5 days a week exercise sessions and 2 rest days. XXX

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Hey brother (we both block men so it probably ain't gone thru ) what's up ?

Just want a different point if view,my stomache muscles are cramping up every time i do sit ups,last 3 or 4 months its been happening,maybe its a lack of something in my body"patassium" or something else

More likely to be magnesium - try some it's cheap as chips."

Iv got some tabs

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I stopped going to the gym pointless excersise besides I get way too horny but I am a trained in neutrition and work in spas

Cramping could be a sign of lack of salts and magnesium, make some super food smoothies

Advados

Beetroot

Pomegranates

Bananas

Spinach

You can also blend with protein shakes

Chicken fish eggs and pasta are all good for building muscles

My diet consists of cakes and dognuts crisps chocolate and haribows

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Citrus fruits will boost energy

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Well exercise session went well this morning. Needed that motivation from you lovely peeps x

Tooshie and inner thighs bit twingey when walking, but thats the area I wanted to tighten up, so win win

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Active recovery can be helpful, so light things like walking, yoga, swimming etc.

I quite like the DOMS feeling though, makes me feel like I did something worth doing!

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Active recovery can be helpful, so light things like walking, yoga, swimming etc.

I quite like the DOMS feeling though, makes me feel like I did something worth doing!"

Oh I also like the Dom feel, but think I might have to post that conversation in another thread

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Any good tummy exercises? Mine just won't budge.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Started a fitness regime yesterday and unsurprisingly I ache a bit today.

Question is do I rest up today (which I don't want to) or carry on another session, no pain no gain malarkey.

I don't want to end up unable to walk this afternoon "

Depends what you did, if you worked upper body, rest it and work lower today

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *hoenixAdAstraWoman
over a year ago

Hiding in the shadows

I'm a PT, My personal advice, make sure you stretch & cool down properly after any workout, drink plenty of fluids, use rehydration/electrolyte solutions & have a protein supplement within 30mins of finishing.

Also a cup of Epsom salts in your bath & soak for 20mins will help lesson any cramps & stiffness.

Keep up the stretches, and alternate days & body areas you work on, never do same area for at least 48hrs

If you need any other advise feel free to message me x

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *orum TrollWoman
over a year ago

•+• Access Denied •+•


"Any good tummy exercises? Mine just won't budge. "

the bottom half of my stomach is shrinking based on diet, as for the top half it still sticks out and more than the bottom half. weird. but i think you can only shift stomach using diet, maybe someone else will know better though.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Any good tummy exercises? Mine just won't budge.

the bottom half of my stomach is shrinking based on diet, as for the top half it still sticks out and more than the bottom half. weird. but i think you can only shift stomach using diet, maybe someone else will know better though."

It may stick out more because you have grown the muscle ubderneath the fat more at the top than the bottom.

Will depend what excercises youve been doing

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *atford69Man
over a year ago

Westbourne park

You need to loose any fat before the ab muscle will show, don't do sit ups they push the muscle out!

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *eordie JoJoTV/TS
over a year ago

Newcastle

Rest days are a must in my book .... or at least do cardio work on your rest days ... you should always give your body a rest after heavy work outs .

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *orum TrollWoman
over a year ago

•+• Access Denied •+•


"Any good tummy exercises? Mine just won't budge.

the bottom half of my stomach is shrinking based on diet, as for the top half it still sticks out and more than the bottom half. weird. but i think you can only shift stomach using diet, maybe someone else will know better though.

It may stick out more because you have grown the muscle ubderneath the fat more at the top than the bottom.

Will depend what excercises youve been doing"

not been able to exercise for a month now, caused some damage to my neck and been in pain most of that time. which is why i started focusing completely on diet now and that seems to be working(but only the bottom half of my stomach).

it's def not my ribs, if i 'squish' the top psrt my ribs are deep in it and not sticking out. but it's that area.

the nurse at my doctors said being diabetic can mean you store fat round the middle but this isn't my middle either.

at least it's stopping my boobs from sagging, so bonus.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Any good tummy exercises? Mine just won't budge.

the bottom half of my stomach is shrinking based on diet, as for the top half it still sticks out and more than the bottom half. weird. but i think you can only shift stomach using diet, maybe someone else will know better though.

It may stick out more because you have grown the muscle ubderneath the fat more at the top than the bottom.

Will depend what excercises youve been doing

not been able to exercise for a month now, caused some damage to my neck and been in pain most of that time. which is why i started focusing completely on diet now and that seems to be working(but only the bottom half of my stomach).

it's def not my ribs, if i 'squish' the top psrt my ribs are deep in it and not sticking out. but it's that area.

the nurse at my doctors said being diabetic can mean you store fat round the middle but this isn't my middle either.

at least it's stopping my boobs from sagging, so bonus. "

In that case yeah could simply be body taking fat in a slightly weird order.

It will all even out over time i wouldn't worry.....unless it's a giant Tumor of course then you should worry

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *orum TrollWoman
over a year ago

•+• Access Denied •+•


"Any good tummy exercises? Mine just won't budge.

the bottom half of my stomach is shrinking based on diet, as for the top half it still sticks out and more than the bottom half. weird. but i think you can only shift stomach using diet, maybe someone else will know better though.

It may stick out more because you have grown the muscle ubderneath the fat more at the top than the bottom.

Will depend what excercises youve been doing

not been able to exercise for a month now, caused some damage to my neck and been in pain most of that time. which is why i started focusing completely on diet now and that seems to be working(but only the bottom half of my stomach).

it's def not my ribs, if i 'squish' the top psrt my ribs are deep in it and not sticking out. but it's that area.

the nurse at my doctors said being diabetic can mean you store fat round the middle but this isn't my middle either.

at least it's stopping my boobs from sagging, so bonus.

In that case yeah could simply be body taking fat in a slightly weird order.

It will all even out over time i wouldn't worry.....unless it's a giant Tumor of course then you should worry "

yeah hopefully it will even out. or maybe having kids damaged my body there and moved some organs up permanently? i had massive babies.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *orum TrollWoman
over a year ago

•+• Access Denied •+•

How Do I Know if I Have It?

It's easy to perform a self-test for diastasis recti. Just lie on your back with your knees bent and feet on the floor. Put one hand on your belly, with your fingers on your midline at your navel. Press your fingertips down gently, and bring your head (shoulders stay on the ground) up into a mini crunch-like position. Feel for the sides of your rectus abdominis muscles, and see if and how far they are separated. Separation is commonly discussed in terms of finger widths -- for instance, two or three (or more) fingers' separation.

might be that, it actually hurt to just touch the spot to look for it and there is a gap. will ask my doctor about it.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By *adja_lazloCouple
over a year ago

Solihull


"Started a fitness regime yesterday and unsurprisingly I ache a bit today.

Question is do I rest up today (which I don't want to) or carry on another session, no pain no gain malarkey.

I don't want to end up unable to walk this afternoon "

only if its your joints and not muscles that ache

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 

By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Exercises going OK, only did a little bit of gentle exercise yesterday as my lower back was aching

Back on it today and feeling good.

I appreciate the comments about exercising different parts on different days, giving the body time to repair muscle etc... But any exercises you can recommend for helping me loose my thunder thighs and baby belly???

Love jogging and cycling, but struggle to fit that in around work and kids, so all my exercises at the moment is squeezed in before work.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
 
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Exercises going OK, only did a little bit of gentle exercise yesterday as my lower back was aching

Back on it today and feeling good.

I appreciate the comments about exercising different parts on different days, giving the body time to repair muscle etc... But any exercises you can recommend for helping me loose my thunder thighs and baby belly???

Love jogging and cycling, but struggle to fit that in around work and kids, so all my exercises at the moment is squeezed in before work. "

If you have short time but strong mental will power look up Tabata training.

However if you don't have the will power to do it properly stick with what you're doing or its fairly worthless.

Seen people make excelent progress on it but for me personally there is far too big a lazy/apathetic part of my brain to do it.

Reply privatelyReply in forumReply +quote
Post new Message to Thread
back to top