Fitness: 100 Push Ups

[Dew95]

I've been repeating week 4 three times yet and just found out that the program was change a bit... It seems easier. I'll try it right away...

[Papa EGTH]

I completed W6C3 last week and went for the final yesterday. I got to 85 before I "rested" in the up position until I could catch my breath and complete the remaining 15. While some would call this a victory, I want to do it non-stop for real.
So I'm off to repeat the 2nd and 3rd day of W6C3 and will try again next Monday.
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[djgray1200]

A little late to the game I know but I've just embarked on the challenge myself. Started of with the lowest bracket since I've only been able to do 5 at a go. So I started with 3,2,3,2,2,4. Feels pretty good. Thanks Sonny and Sandy for mentioning it. Without you guys I may never have heard about it.

[totalnrg]

[totalnrg]

Oooooooouch!
Started week 1, day 1 yesterday... and oooooh am I sore today! Luckily the hubby and I are committed to the full 6-weeks.

In fact, we're now looking for a 100 sit-ups site - for AFTER we complete this challenge.

[step2626]

Woo Hoo! I can do 100! (on my knees) I did 102 this morning, although they weren't pretty at the end. Then I did three sets of 40 with about one minute rest in between for a total of 222.

I guess now I need to work on doing the regular style pushups.

Mary

[Orange&Blue]

[step2626]

Back in August when I started the program I was able to do a whopping 12!

It took me 14 weeks to get there.

[Papa EGTH]

Woohoo! I was finally able to do 100 in a row - without stopping, or resting in the "up" position. Having my name mentioned on show 196 helped with a little extra motivation.

And I was able to do it the day after my 50th birthday! Don't know why I had to be "over the hill" before it was possible but it goes to show that sometimes the older you get, the better you get.

I wish it had taken only 6 weeks but not for me. I was only able to do 85 in a row after finishing my first "6 week" set. After that, I went back to a 5 & 6 week regimine until I reached my goal (about 6 extra weeks for me).

Just to make sure it wasn't a fluke, I'll pick up at week 6, day 2 in a couple of days and try 100 again next Monday.
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[totalnrg]

Congrats Papa EGTH!!!

We just finished week 3 (2nd time through) and are heading to week 4 on Monday. I was Psyched when I maxxed out at 33 today (final set)... I could only do 13 when I started. [I'm doing the alternate/modified push-ups].

[Sparticus06]

I am jumping on board this. I am doing the Push-ups and the sit-ups. Going to take the initial tests here after bit and then start everything on Monday. Cant wait to get back into shape.
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[TheManInStripes]

OK, Sparticus, I'm with you man. This is my year to get fit again.

Let me just share a little of my weight story for a minute. I grew up your average kid. Never had any weight gains until I got married and started having kids. I know, that sounds like a woman talking, but I ain't no woman. Anyhow, bottom line is, i quit paying attention to things, and managed to balloon up to over 270 lbs.

Then, a few years ago, I decided it was time to "make that change". I started paying attention to what I was eating, exercising more regularly, and all that good stuff. I managed to drop almost 70 lbs in a little over a year (From October 2005-December 2006. I bottomed out at 202 in December of 2006. I managed to maintain where I was for about 8-9 months, but then quit doing what I should. I've experienced a bit of a rebound, and now I'm just a tad over 250 again.

I'm determined to drop it again, and KEEP IT OFF!!!

So, I've already got a pretty good exercise program going, and I'm watching what I eat again too. When I lost my weight the first time, the key was soda pop. I'm still not a big soda drinker anymore, but I do enjoy an occasional diet pop here and there. For me, it's mostly a matter of portion control.

I honestly believe I can get down to 200 again by mid-summer.

I'm going to start the pushup regimen tomorrow -- will do my "evaluation" tonight, and then get started on the actual 6 week plan tomorrow.

SParticus--I see you said something about a sit-up routine as well. Do you have a link handy for that? I'll look for it in this forum thread later if I don't see you post it. May send you a Wii message as well. I got your Mii.

Anyhow, I'm going to get down to 200, and then we'll shoot for my "ideal weight" within the next 6-8 months beyond that. Something I read has me pegged at an "ideal weight" of around 160. I'd be pleased as punch to get back to 200, and happy has hell to get to 180.
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[Sparticus06]

Your story sounds almost like mine. I used to be a twig till I quit smoking and got married. Never had anyone to cook meals with and when she moved in, I actually ate. I used to weigh about 100lbs when I was about 16 or 17. Will be 31 at the end of the week (jan 10) and I now weigh 200. Would love get down to at least 150. I know 200 really dont seem like a lot, but I know I have a gut and it is a little irritating. PLus I want to get back into shape. I dont drink alot of pop, make a can a day with my lunch. Rest of the time it is water or ice tea. As for foods I eat, I have never found that "good for you" stuff to taste good. I gag when it comes to salads. So that is the hardest part for me to control. But I do watch how much I eat and it has helped.
The link for the setups is http://www.twohundredsitups.com/ It is based on the same as the pushups.
Good luck with your endeavor and I wish you luck.
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[Corey]