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BobsYourUncle
Nomad
Jun 04, 2014

Any TOUGH RV'ers out there - Up for a challenge??

OK, here is something completely different!! :B

I know a lot of you folks are at an age where your physical abilities are past.....

But for others, how many of you are up for a real hard physical challenge?
I'm talking military style boot camp training! And all for the fun of it!

Check out this video:
What is Tough Mudder?

And check out the main site
ToughMudder.com

I am doing this event at Whistler BC on June 21.

My 60th birthday is July 16, so I ain't no spring chicken anymore!!

I have been working very hard training for this event for many months now. I've hired a personal trainer who tortures me twice a week. Grueling training until I nearly puke! Building my cardio, pumping iron, working out big time.
I have totally changed my diet and lifestyle. No more wobbly pops, no more sugar, empty carbs, breads, junkfood and anything else that isn't good for me. Only good wholesome healthy foods, nothing else.

I have lost 50 pounds and have never felt better!!! And I'm getting in shape. My hanging gut is GONE! Except for that loose skin there from being so obese for too many years.
I feel like a million bucks!!!

The absolute best thing about this is that I am doing it with all 4 of my kids! We are a team and we are doing this together!! What a huge motivation for me!

This is gonna be fun!!!

Yeah some of you will think I'm nuts! I don't care - I probably am nuts!!

Check it out - this is s great chance to have a blast with many thousands of other folks all doing the same thing.
It isn't a race, it is a challenge. The object is to start and finish, no matter how long it takes.

Oh yeah, and if you cross the finish line you get a free beer. Think I'll drink it.

Rock on everyone!!
:B:B:B:B
Seeking Advice
  • BobsYourUncle's avatar
    BobsYourUncle
    Nomad
    Jun 04, 2014
    Golden_HVAC wrote:
    Bob,

    If you are working out to the point that you might puke, you might be working out a little to hard. Anyway, taking some antacids can help neutralize the acids built up while exercising.

    I have a alkaline water generator (Kangen machine) that was highly recommended to my by a friend with brain cancer. IT has extended his life for many years - he is in his 80's now, and has had brain cancer since before I met him 10 years ago. He refused chemo, his wife died from it in the 60's. It helps my nephew with the alkaline water to prevent muscle cramps. If he drinks alkaline water, then works out with weights (firefighter) he used to get muscle clamps, now by drinking the water the same exercise is cramp free. Drinking the water prevents it, or can stop it if taken afterwords.

    On days he worked out without his supply of water, he would still get cramps. So it works.

    Fred.


    Fred,

    I used the work out til I nearly puke as a figurative expression, rather than something that actually happens, to indicate the workout is extremely strenuous and I can feel it everywhere big time, including my stomach. I wouldn't actually go that far! :)

    Now what you say about the Kangen machine intrigues me greatly.
    I have never heard of such a thing.

    Cancer runs rampant in my family, on my mothers side, so I have always been concerned about it. I have lost a lot of relatives to the wretched disease.

    I have studied cancer a lot myself, trying to learn about causes and cures. And I have read a lot about an alkaline body vs an acidic one. I could write a small novel here about what I have studied but won't.

    If I could sum it up with a sentence, it would be this:
    Cancer cannot survive in an oxygen rich body. That may be a bit direct and bold, but I believe there is a lot of truth there.

    I too would refuse any and all chemical warfare on my body such as chemo. I am a total non believer in the use of pharmaceuticals and drugs of any kind. I will not put any of that in my body. I am healthy and want to stay that way.

    So your statement about the alkaline water has really caught my attention and I would like to learn more about what you have said, as it goes hand in hand with what I have already learned and believe.

    I have huge calves, like those that bodybuilders seek to have. And when I work my lower body hard, they tend to want to cramp up.

    Thank you for that info.

    Bob
  • azrving's avatar
    azrving
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2014
    Umm ahhh.....I have to clean out my underwear drawer on that day. :) Seriously, if you are still doing stuff like that at your age, well, OUR age, you are doing good. Of course after running my butt off all over my property doing stuff every day, I not doing bad. You may have inspired me to do better and tackle my fat issue. Thanks
  • Golden_HVAC's avatar
    Golden_HVAC
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2014
    Bob,

    If you are working out to the point that you might puke, you might be working out a little to hard. Anyway, taking some antacids can help neutralize the acids built up while exercising.

    I have a alkaline water generator (Kangen machine) that was highly recommended to my by a friend with brain cancer. IT has extended his life for many years - he is in his 80's now, and has had brain cancer since before I met him 10 years ago. He refused chemo, his wife died from it in the 60's. It helps my nephew with the alkaline water to prevent muscle cramps. If he drinks alkaline water, then works out with weights (firefighter) he used to get muscle clamps, now by drinking the water the same exercise is cramp free. Drinking the water prevents it, or can stop it if taken afterwords.

    On days he worked out without his supply of water, he would still get cramps. So it works.

    Fred.
  • noe-place's avatar
    noe-place
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2014
    I'll be 67 in a few days. I walk and carry my clubs on my back when I play golf regardless of the heat. My home course is hilly with many steep climbs drawing comments over the years, from those who ride carts, regarding my sanity while some have been envious. I've even had a few say they've been inspired to start walking when they play. Had a heart attack 12 years ago and even found out I'm diabetic a couple of years ago but I haven't slowed down. I guess it's all in just how much effort one wants to put out.
  • Old-Biscuit's avatar
    Old-Biscuit
    Explorer III
    Jun 04, 2014
    After all your 'adventures' why would you need a personal trainer :B

    Just turned 61 yesterday. I can still do what I used to do when I was 20 yrs. old.......just takes me a heck of a lot longer to recover.

    Good luck! Just keep moving forward.
  • hpcbmw's avatar
    hpcbmw
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2014
    The Tough Mudder is a BIG challenge. Good for you for using it as a catalyst to get into shape. I'm sure you and your kids will have a blast. Friends of mine have done it and say its TOUGH, but if you just keep moving you can finish it.

    Have fun!
  • Tiger4x4RV's avatar
    Tiger4x4RV
    Nomad
    Jun 04, 2014
    If you can make it through the Canadian winter you've been describing to us for months, you can do Tough Mudder. Can't wait to see your trip report!
  • TucsonJim's avatar
    TucsonJim
    Explorer II
    Jun 04, 2014
    I had a pull up contest with a high school kid last month. He could do 6, I could do 10. I'm 60 this year. I hurt in places that aren't even human for about a week after. No thanks.
  • Tachdriver's avatar
    Tachdriver
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2014
    Looks like fun.

    I just hit 50 this year and a bit out of shape, I may use you for inspiration to get back into shape!

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