Guest Squirrelbuster Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 I believe I am going to be in pretty good shape for this hunting season. I have been regually (every day or every other day) riding my bike some pretty far distances (not sure exactly how far). This way by the time hunting season rolls around, my legs and cardiovascular system will be in good shape. Then when squirrel season and other small game seasons get here, I can use that as my last string of workouts before deer season rolls around. When September gets here, I probably won't be able to ride my bike anymore because of school, but walking the woods and hills will have to be good enough. I would actually prefer that anyway. Who else here is preparing for the hunting seasons like this in one way or another? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Covehnter Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I try to get to the gym every other day. I do however do several sets of 12oz curls each night! hehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. Cool. I've been going to the YMCA now for about a month. I'm on the patented "Jeramie workout plan" with the weights. I've increased my strength quite a bit since starting, and I'm hoping it will help me drag Tom's deer ooot this season. Cardiovascularly, I'm on the stationary bike for 1/2 hour every other day, then 1/2 hour walking at a 15 degree incline on the treadmills. I'm hoping that will help my fat butt get up the hills of Knox county a little easier this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popgun Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. In this heat I have become "The Great Indoors-man". I have been able to walk as far as the mailbox every day, pull out another hunting gear catalog, and carry it all the way back into the air-conditioned house. Intentional exercise goes against my present energy conservation program. (I will suffer again when October arrives) Soon I will be spending a lot of time fixing up the stands, and mowing the shooting lanes. ....popgun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horst Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I carry 70 lb bundles of shingles up and down a ladder all day, hang drywall over my head, pull a skreet board while doing cement work, tear shingles off with a potato fork, and chase 3 kids around the house for 5 hours after i get home, any more excericise could very well kill me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. My arms are going all day too, painting houses, up and down ladders and working in the heat of day. I don't have anything left in me when I come home from work. I'll get my buddy Ken to drag my deer out this year... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkoholic Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. Funny you should mention exercise and hunting because it is like shoveling snow, far too many people die or suffer needless injuries caused by poor physical conditioning. My thoughts are that the best way to attack this problem is to never allow yourself to get into poor condition. I try to hike the mountains year round along with lifting weights and putting the treadmill to good use during bad weather. If you have a lawn to mow and it is less the two acres, you should be using a push mower and, if going on a mountain hunt, toting a 50+ pound pack on your back while mowing. Do not use every excuse possible to get out of doing something physical. Get off you butt and move. The number one reason for a poor experience on guided/outfitted hunts is poor hunter conditioning. If you can't pack an elk quarter or drag a buck a couple of miles out of the woods than the chances are you are out of shape. Enjoy life, get out and experience it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tunkhannockbowhunter Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. i lift 3 days a week. but here is a reminder for everyone. never do a bicep and tricep the day you are going out hunting. it cost me a buck that would have look very nice on the wall. it was 15 yards and i couldnt even get my bow back. i was like a fish out of water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preacherman Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I am walking anywhere from a mile to two miles a day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Squirrelbuster Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. Hey Horst and Buckee, sounds like ou guys are getting all the exercise you need just in work. Residential construction work of any sort really is a work out. And that is what I plan on getting into later in life. So when I get there I will finally be able to exercise and get paid for it. LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaskMan Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I do nothing special to get in shape for deer season, I don't think I ever get too out of shape. Today I spent a few hours chasing a toddler around and the rest of the time cutting wood and hauling 4ft lengths of jackpine logs. A typical day keeps me busy...not tomorrow though, I'm walleye fishing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I usually don't do anything, i am a young strappin' 18 year old man! Actually since I started my new job as a mechanic, i've buffed out quite a bit on my upper body. Lifting those 3/4 and 1-ton truck tires up to chest level to do tire rotations gets ya in shape pretty darn quick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christsavedme Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I try to get to the gym as much as I can during the week. Usually get there at least 3-4 times a week. When I don't go to the gym I try to run at least 2 miles at the house. Have been doing this for the last 4-5 years, so I try to stay in shape for season year round! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10acboy Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I recently changed jobs and I have equipment on 4 floors so I take the stairs several times a day, been using my wife's elliptical (sp?) when I can, and I try to keep up with a 9 and a 4 year old. [ QUOTE ] I carry 70 lb bundles of shingles up and down a ladder all day, hang drywall over my head, pull a skreet board while doing cement work, tear shingles off with a potato fork, and chase 3 kids around the house for 5 hours after i get home [/ QUOTE ] Yeah, but when are you going to start exercising? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horst Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. [ QUOTE ] I recently changed jobs and I have equipment on 4 floors so I take the stairs several times a day, been using my wife's elliptical (sp?) when I can, and I try to keep up with a 9 and a 4 year old. [ QUOTE ] I carry 70 lb bundles of shingles up and down a ladder all day, hang drywall over my head, pull a skreet board while doing cement work, tear shingles off with a potato fork, and chase 3 kids around the house for 5 hours after i get home [/ QUOTE ] Yeah, but when are you going to start exercising? [/ QUOTE ] When I get some free time LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. Been walking just about everynight with the kids. But since most of my bowhunting is done sitting on my butt in a tree, that's the exercise I do the best. 15 leather chair reclines a night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palssonater Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I try to do a lot of walking/jogging for cardio before the fall. You never know how bad of shape you are in until you try wading through some of that loon $#!t. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntn4bucks Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I'm in the gym at least 4 days a week. I like working out and being in shape...it's just something I enjoy doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I lost almost 30 pounds so far! Plus been riding my mountain bike a lot more since my six year old now knows how to ride a bike! We all been feeling better. This will help come October! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshM Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. I have been getting my trigger finger ready by writing all these posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. [ QUOTE ] I'm on the patented "Jeramie workout plan" with the weights. I've increased my strength quite a bit since starting, and I'm hoping it will help me drag Tom's deer ooot this season. [/ QUOTE ] Sheesh, good luck with that. That dude is tubby.... Seriously, is it still going pretty good Chris? Im starting back in August and Ill work up your new routine so youll have it when youre ready to switch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Re: Exercising for hunting season. [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] I'm on the patented "Jeramie workout plan" with the weights. I've increased my strength quite a bit since starting, and I'm hoping it will help me drag Tom's deer ooot this season. [/ QUOTE ] Sheesh, good luck with that. That dude is tubby.... Seriously, is it still going pretty good Chris? Im starting back in August and Ill work up your new routine so youll have it when youre ready to switch. [/ QUOTE ] Yep, still going great. I'm surprised at a few things: #1--Strength came back much faster than I thought. I now need someone to work out with because I've maxed out on a few machines and I'll have to go to frees and a spotter. #2--past surgeries have only affected my shoulders namely a nerve in my right shoulder from the last surgery. Today on the military press I got a pretty good tingle on the back of my forearm, that was a first and a bit scary. #3--I might have to find a new gym. My present one, while cheap, has way too much eye candy walking around--reminds me of how much of a dirty old man I really am. #4--I have not pulled or strained any muscles yet. I attribute that to proper form and the proper weight. #5--appetite is through the roof, and I can't seem to control it. #6--It's tough to type after your tricep workout. All in all, it's a lot of fun getting back into the gym. Sure hope I can sustain the workouts when I go back to work and the kids start their fall sports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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