I've been out of the Air Force for two years now and can't stand another day in the civilian world. I work off shore so its hard for me to run as much as I need to so I can get back into the shape I need to be in to sign up to be a PJ. Im 230 lbs now and need to drop most of it. Any idea's?

Before someone of higher authority does it.

Could you please write an introduction under the "New User Introduction" sections of the forums?

CrossFit! Even if you don't have access to much or any equipment right now there are plenty of bodyweight only WOD's you can do.

Crossfit is a good suggestion. If not, jumprope is great also. Substitue jumprope for crossfit running/sprints, etc. is an ideal combo. See if you can bring a treadmill to the rig if there isn't one already.

The introduction is not mandatory and the vast majority of those registered have not done one...a good profile is just as good since the bio gets buried quickly, but even that is not required. What is required is reading the ROEs.

I second the crossfit and jump rope suggestions. Especially if you are limited to space. However, whenever the possibilities are available do try to get some running in. I have been told from so many indoc injured and drop outs that the watercon and swimming are going to be your biggest mental breaker and the running and rucking are going to be your biggest physical breaker.

Thank you all. Sounds like I got some good working out ahead of me. Im running and swimming every day im on land so the jump rope should help out when I have to go on a job.

And do you guys have any hints for a good diet for me to get on?

Look at what you are eating, what are your options?

Paleo diets are awesome in my opinion. I have to eat more carbs then it suggests (breads and cereals) because I need the extra boost of energy for my early morning Workouts (I tend to run every morning at 0500). Other than that it does a great job of getting you that "healthy" feeling that you get in your mind and it will help cut a lot of unnecessary fat.

I agree with boxinabag's opinion. I adopted a paleo/crossfit style diet that TE had posted and I dropped 11lbs in two months. It took a few days to get used to but I have nothing bad to say about it.

Tim,

Just my 2 cents. You can also try suspension training, such as the TRX. I am not saying you need to spend a ton of money on any one system but suspension training has some advantages for a person with limited space.

The trainers are very small, portable and can be fixed to just about anything. Most have door anchors and straps to wrap around beams, bars, poles, etc.

It is very scalable; just change the angle of the exercise, or alter the number of reps, rest interval, etc.

It is very adaptable; you can focus on cardio, strength, flexibility, and balance. It always works your core and you can choose a variety of exercises and routines to achieve your goals.

You can look up videos on you tube for various workout routines or just buy a system that comes with videos.

Anyway, given limited space, Suspension Training is another option.


You can also do tons of calisthenic exercises in a small space. See the Guard MC Train Up on the home page for some ideas.


My recommendation for a good diet is "The Zone". Google it and buy the book.

Just to add to Guard MC's post, here is a quick and easy guideline and intro to the Zone diet that I used a while back, forgot about it and will probably start back up on it in a few weeks to try and gain a bit.

http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/cfjissue21_May04.pdf

This shows a good intro and understanding of the zone diet, and also some good meal plans and recipes all in one!