Fitness Secrets of Real Men

fm1234 · 09-20-2008, 04:48 AM

Read a great article at Away.com profiling five amateur athletes who perform at levels that would shame most professionals, and do it without trainers, while working a full time job outside of athletics, etc.

Excerpt:

Quote:

STEVE YORE, 39, SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO

Over the past year, Yore has notched top-ten finishes in ten 100-plus-mile mountain-bike races around the West, including an impressive fourth-place solo performance in February at 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo, the largest 24-hour bike race in the country—all while working 50 hours a week (plus an hour commute) as the IT manager at Eclipse Aviation.

"For me it's about momentum. You've got to keep moving toward your goals. There are so many things that can get in the way, but they can be rolled over. I refuse to let work be the only reason to get up early or stay up late. When I wake up in the morning, I think of finishing that workout. To do that, I've got to get out of bed, get my shorts on, and get on the bike. You set those small goals to achieve the bigger goal. I'm not trying to impress anyone; I'm doing it for myself, so there are no external pressures. That helps. And I'm not special; I think everybody has the energy to do it. Momentum is energy. Once you get going, it's like a rock rolling down a mountain: It's not stopping. You don't want to be in its way."

I love Yore's comments above.

Full article is here.

Frank

kbayer63 · 04-11-2009, 02:44 AM

Great article... works for me as well. I have to roll out of bed literally right onto the street and start my morning exercise before I have a chance to even talk myself out of it. I was once at 300+ pounds and have now been 225 for years now. If I wake, grab some coffee, go to the computer or couch -- it's over.
The day just goes so much better with that single accomplishment already under my belt -- done! Not having to weigh myself down with the "guilt" of not having exercised and the "dread" of having to eventually do it later at some point during the day makes it all worthwhile, plus of course, knowing that I'm maintaining a degree of health that I had desired for sooooo long.
Fortunately, it's finally become something i know longer think about, but just do -- like having breakfast or brushing my teeth.
THANKS!

arturus · 04-11-2009, 05:15 AM

It's great to see people being able to train on their own. I'm 60 years old and go for a run, about 4 miles, every morning and come back and do various workouts.

Like kbayer63 was saying it's difficult to start your exercise routine, it's easier to talk yourself out of it! Coffee, fast food and sitting in front of your pc for hours will put the weight on......and if you smoke as well!!??!!

The way to sort this one out is find something you don't mind doing eg running, X trainer, bike, rower. All give a good cardio workout but with all it's a psychological effort to get on and do it! What I do is sort it out in my head the evening before and give myself a choice: go for an easy run (if I'm feeling weak minded), go for a longer warm up and do a sprint jog routine or, if I'm up for it, go for a fastest time (that's the tough choice). All I'm saying is doing something is a lot better than nothing. You've set yourself up psychologically to be able to do something, whether it be easy or difficult. Even going for a walk first thing in the morning is better than nothing.

I'm new to internet marketing but have put a lot of stuff together ready to launch health and fitness website.

sarasayshi · 04-11-2009, 07:37 PM

I'm not a man but I have struggled with my weight since I was 12 years old. These days I can't start my day right unless I have done my morning workout. It makes me feel ready to take on my daily tasks and I don't feel so guilty for plopping down in front of my PC for the next 8 hours.

It's one of the awesome motivational factors that keeps me working at my online business, I want to be my own boss and workout at 9am if I want too instead of sitting in commute traffic.

honestbizpro · 04-11-2009, 09:54 PM

What I had to train most was my Brain.

I must have been conditioned as a kid to "clean my plate" so first of all I had to re-program my brain from over-eating.

Also, using food as an escape or feel good drug is not good.

After that I just think of how wonderful life is and how much I want to enjoy it as long as I can.

So thinking rationally and logically...like SPOCK....I know that smoking, drinking, not excercising, not moderating would not be conducive to my end goals.

After I re-programmed my brain...I stay in shape easily now.

cookies · 04-11-2009, 09:58 PM

I was working out pretty regularly until I hit this forum...I'm waiting for WF exhaustion to set in so I can get back in shape.

Wrong motivations? ;-)

honestbizpro · 04-11-2009, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cookies

I was working out pretty regularly until I hit this forum...I'm waiting for WF exhaustion to set in so I can get back in shape.

Wrong motivations? ;-)

That is too funny. I was like that with a Chess site.

At least this forum can whip our wallets into shape.

Kim Thomas · 04-11-2009, 11:53 PM

dont be afraid of pilates, its not only for women! and you will be surprised how well it works and how fast you will see results.

ulteriiormotive · 04-12-2009, 01:39 AM

That article shows that their are some people that has that inner desire to go at it alone. There are prlenty of unsong guns like that in the world in all type of fields...still the article was motivationg......the word of the day..MOMENTUM

FrontLineMentor · 04-12-2009, 01:44 AM

What a nice article.
Agreed, it is all about momentum.
Once we got the momentum,
we will have the energy to do anything

self-help affiliate · 04-13-2009, 04:40 AM

good job by them. the body-mind-spirit connection is valid and fitness momentum helps integrate these parts. the result is greater balance and productivity. i believe fitness plays an important role in our overall effectiveness. it certainly feels good physically. the discipline feels great mentally and the process gets ones juices flowing to achieve more with greater enjoyment and clarity.

a daily commitment to fitness can only have positive effects on all you endeavor for the day, which certainly includes your *business*. if you lack energy or focus, especially working from home, get out and get moving. just a 10 minute commitment is sure to help.

Vincelog · 04-13-2009, 05:44 AM

Hi Frank,

Thanks for sharing this article. I got to agree that momentum is a key to help us to achieve our goals. Once the momentum gets going, it is hard to stop us from achieving success.

Cheers
Vincent
Personal Development Blogger

04-11-2009, 02:44 AM	#2
kbayer63 Razzle-Dazzle Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 211 Thanks: 125 Thanked 38 Times in 35 Posts	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men Great article... works for me as well. I have to roll out of bed literally right onto the street and start my morning exercise before I have a chance to even talk myself out of it. I was once at 300+ pounds and have now been 225 for years now. If I wake, grab some coffee, go to the computer or couch -- it's over. The day just goes so much better with that single accomplishment already under my belt -- done! Not having to weigh myself down with the "guilt" of not having exercised and the "dread" of having to eventually do it later at some point during the day makes it all worthwhile, plus of course, knowing that I'm maintaining a degree of health that I had desired for sooooo long. Fortunately, it's finally become something i know longer think about, but just do -- like having breakfast or brushing my teeth. THANKS!
	"Give a man a fish, feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and he'll sit in a boat all day and drink beer."

04-11-2009, 05:15 AM	#3
arturus Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Posts: 31 Thanks: 17 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Contact Info	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men It's great to see people being able to train on their own. I'm 60 years old and go for a run, about 4 miles, every morning and come back and do various workouts. Like kbayer63 was saying it's difficult to start your exercise routine, it's easier to talk yourself out of it! Coffee, fast food and sitting in front of your pc for hours will put the weight on......and if you smoke as well!!??!! The way to sort this one out is find something you don't mind doing eg running, X trainer, bike, rower. All give a good cardio workout but with all it's a psychological effort to get on and do it! What I do is sort it out in my head the evening before and give myself a choice: go for an easy run (if I'm feeling weak minded), go for a longer warm up and do a sprint jog routine or, if I'm up for it, go for a fastest time (that's the tough choice). All I'm saying is doing something is a lot better than nothing. You've set yourself up psychologically to be able to do something, whether it be easy or difficult. Even going for a walk first thing in the morning is better than nothing. I'm new to internet marketing but have put a lot of stuff together ready to launch health and fitness website.
	Last edited by arturus; 04-11-2009 at 05:19 AM. Reason: Altered layout

04-11-2009, 07:37 PM	#4
sarasayshi HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: California Posts: 138 Thanks: 61 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts Social Networking	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men I'm not a man but I have struggled with my weight since I was 12 years old. These days I can't start my day right unless I have done my morning workout. It makes me feel ready to take on my daily tasks and I don't feel so guilty for plopping down in front of my PC for the next 8 hours. It's one of the awesome motivational factors that keeps me working at my online business, I want to be my own boss and workout at 9am if I want too instead of sitting in commute traffic.
	Noteworthy Tips - A single mom's journey to earning 5k a month

04-11-2009, 09:54 PM	#5
honestbizpro Senior Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: , , . Posts: 3,842 Thanks: 195 Thanked 509 Times in 316 Posts	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men What I had to train most was my Brain. I must have been conditioned as a kid to "clean my plate" so first of all I had to re-program my brain from over-eating. Also, using food as an escape or feel good drug is not good. After that I just think of how wonderful life is and how much I want to enjoy it as long as I can. So thinking rationally and logically...like SPOCK....I know that smoking, drinking, not excercising, not moderating would not be conducive to my end goals. After I re-programmed my brain...I stay in shape easily now.
	Get $1000+ Per Commission Starting Today!

04-11-2009, 09:58 PM	#6
cookies Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Northern California Posts: 27 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Social Networking	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men I was working out pretty regularly until I hit this forum...I'm waiting for WF exhaustion to set in so I can get back in shape. Wrong motivations? ;-)

04-11-2009, 11:53 PM	#8
Kim Thomas Active Warrior Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 30 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men dont be afraid of pilates, its not only for women! and you will be surprised how well it works and how fast you will see results.

04-12-2009, 01:39 AM	#9
ulteriiormotive Warrior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 15 Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men That article shows that their are some people that has that inner desire to go at it alone. There are prlenty of unsong guns like that in the world in all type of fields...still the article was motivationg......the word of the day..MOMENTUM

04-12-2009, 01:44 AM	#10
FrontLineMentor HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 366 Thanks: 21 Thanked 31 Times in 25 Posts Social Networking	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men What a nice article. Agreed, it is all about momentum. Once we got the momentum, we will have the energy to do anything

04-13-2009, 04:40 AM	#11
self-help affiliate self-help affiliate Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Social Networking	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men good job by them. the body-mind-spirit connection is valid and fitness momentum helps integrate these parts. the result is greater balance and productivity. i believe fitness plays an important role in our overall effectiveness. it certainly feels good physically. the discipline feels great mentally and the process gets ones juices flowing to achieve more with greater enjoyment and clarity. a daily commitment to fitness can only have positive effects on all you endeavor for the day, which certainly includes your business. if you lack energy or focus, especially working from home, get out and get moving. just a 10 minute commitment is sure to help.
	self-help affiliate: help yourself, help your business.

04-13-2009, 05:44 AM	#12
Vincelog HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 258 Thanks: 8 Thanked 44 Times in 25 Posts Social Networking	Re: Fitness Secrets of Real Men Hi Frank, Thanks for sharing this article. I got to agree that momentum is a key to help us to achieve our goals. Once the momentum gets going, it is hard to stop us from achieving success. Cheers Vincent Personal Development Blogger
	Feel stuck? Feel that you are not using your maximum potential? Click here to get your free ebook that teaches you how to unleash your maximum potential and achieve whatever you want in life.