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I've always wanted to be able to do the flip up (The Rock used to do it to get up) but I wouldn't know where or how to start.

Few things that I have tried to increase my back strength have helped a little. Search google for hyperextensions(bench and floor), supermans, side bridges. If you want a few more search google for "back exercises bodybuilding". Hope this helps. But the main thing is always warm up properly and pay very close attention to your back.

Firstly if you can do something else other than running IMHO do something else. Running is great for fitness but alot of people have problems with there, hips, knees, legs and back because of the constant pounding that they take. Me for example my shins hurt so badly that I can't walk. Back to your question, I think that because running is a constant thing and your moving all your body, where as karate wouldn't be as constant. If you want to run I suggest that you start off jogging slowly, then when your out of breath, walk quickly, then start jogging again. I found that this helped and also it reduces your recover period. This is only my opinion, but your smoking will be the big thing.

DOA4 on the 360 is an excellent game. Not only for the "graphics" but nothing better than beating your friends up.

Hi Miriam Welcome to the site, I hope you enjoy your time and learn lots. Regards Orion

Hi Guys Finally did it over the weekend (while sitting in the sun). Here's a link http://tinyurl.com/zyxfs as always I would appreicate your input. I think I have broken it down with enough rest between days. I have cardio days on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. With sunday being my rest day. Thanks in advance Orion

Eating them everyday is bad, and thats without the salt!!!!! This sort of weather you need some salt.

Yeah just slightly alot. So as long as its whey protein and not mixed with anything that will do it. Cool. Thanks guys.

Thanks guys thats given me some ideas, I like the idea of rowing used to love that when I was younger. I'm not actually a member of the gym, I do my workouts at home. I will give the katas ago Sohan but I don't know that many to do for 2 hours so I might end up only doing it for an hour. Don't really have anywhere to go staking where I live unless they do a pair of cross country skates.

Thanks Sohan, I thought I read 1.5-2g somewhere but didn't want to say anything. I weigh about 217lbs so I would have to be eating alot of protein. I'm still stuck on which one to get, in the UK they seem to cost a fortune. Maximuscle costs about £30 which will last you about 14 days, I want to bulk up and look good but £60 a month is more than gym membership. Anyone know of a product that they can recommend

Hi Venus Enjoy the forum there is alot of knowledge hear. Regards Orion

I've just started to bike again, nothing serious just if I go to the in-laws. Beats taking the car especially now the weathers nice. I live in the flatest part of the UK, and just have fields around so I mainly cycle on roads. I need a new bike as my suspension has gone and it's looking a little worse for wear.

I hope Ethan feels better today. Kids always fall over, bump into etc i'm sure he'll have many more. When he gets older he'll be proud of the scars.

I was just wondering what cardio exercises I could do. Unfortunately I cannot run anymore, due to getting severe pains in my legs. I try cycling and walking but any other ideas would be greatly appreciated as I'm getting a little bored of doing just these.

No worries

Thanks guys, I am starting to split my routine up now. I always appreciate the help you guys/gals give me. When I have it sorted i'll post a link. Thanks again Orion

I think they are running a bit behind.

well done. Good luck for your blue belt

Well not really a new kick but its kinda the same kick twice. Its a fake side thrust kick to move your opponent back, land so your back is towards your opponent, spin backwards and do with the other leg do another side thrust kick. Getting the balance is really hard, but I managed it once and kicked the missus across the dojo , she had to get the sensei to hold the bag after that. Feeling quite bad this morning as the missus has a hurt sholder and still got a bruise from last week, she keeps calling it legalised wife beating, although she does get her own back

I'm sure it could

well keep it straight and bend your right. Also might be worth trying Cuban Press Hammer Curl Tricep Kick Back Tricep Stretch I'm not a personal trainer so i'm just learning myself at the moment. Hope these help.

What the likes!!!!! Try: Tricep extensions - These are done while lying flat on your back with your knees bent and feet slightly apart on the floor. Hold the weights with your palms facing each other. The weights should be held straight up above your chest about as far apart as your shoulders. Slowly bend your elbows and lower the weights until the elbows are bent at 90 degrees. The upper arm should remain in the upright position as you lower your lower arms bringing the weights down toward the floor. At the end of the extension, the lower arm should be perpendicular to the floor. Hold the position for ten seconds, then slowly straighten your arms at the elbow until you are, once again, in the straight arm (extended) position. Repeat this for at least 10 times. Rest for one minute, and repeat at least one more time. To increase the tension on the muscle, you can increase the weight or develop the exercise until your lower arm allows the weight to touch the floor near your ears. Note: you don't need to invest in handweights or dumbbells to do extensions. Books are easy to hold on to and you can vary the weight by choosing thicker books. As your strength and endurance improve, you may want to consider a dumbbell set so that you can gradually increase the weight. In lieu of increasing the weight, you can perform more repetitions. Overhead press - These are done while standing. Set your feet apart even with your hips. Keep your knees slightly bent. Holding weights level with your shoulders, palms facing each other, steady the weights. Press the weights over your head, extending your arms straight up. Keep palms toward each other. Do not arch your back or lock your elbows. Hold the weights steady for a count of ten, then slowly lower to starting position. Repeat 12-15 times. You can use hand-weights, dumbbells, cans of vegetables, or any other weight that can be safely held in your hand. Increase weight as your muscles become stronger. Increase repetitions to 20-25 times each session as you adjust to the weight. Lateral Raises - How to: Standing in the same position as the biceps curl, turn your dumbbells to face thighs (A). Slowly exhale and lift arms straight out to the side (B); pause, then inhale and lower three quarters of the way down. Note: Always move slowly through each repetition. Training tip: To prevent injury, concentrate on keeping your neck muscles relaxed as you lift your arms. Most things for toning arms involving standing up, press ups are great but with your leg you couldn't do it.

Thats asking for a comment!! Am proud of my legs - although not exactly womanly they have a heck of a lot of power - something that I didnt have 2 years ago. Well apart from at the moment

IMO (which is normally wrong), because you don't want big arm, just toned. You want to do lots of reps with smaller weights. Try curls and concentration curls. I'm sure as you said Sohan and Aodhan will put you right. Curls - These are done while sitting or standing. With your upper body straight, head up, take a weight in your hand with a firm grip. Slowly bend the elbows and rotate your forearm as you "curl" or bring the weight up toward your shoulder. When finished the upswing, your palm should be facing toward you. Slowly lower the weight and repeat at least ten times. Repeat this for the other side.

Hi Nightshadow Welcome to the forum, I hope you enjoy your time here and learn lots. Regards Orion