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Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 10:27 ]
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Well done fella

Author:  DavPaz [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 10:27 ]
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Also, you forgot your glass.

Author:  Bamba [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 10:34 ]
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DavPaz wrote:
Also, you forgot your glass.


Yeah, I didn't have a pint available at the time so I panicked and just did a stupid hand gesture. I'm a fanny.

Author:  Cras [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 10:36 ]
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Really impressive transformation there, well done

Author:  Zardoz [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 10:39 ]
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Well done guys.

I'm struggling to choose my favourite... but you'll know soon enough. :luv:

Also: Get your haircut, Kov.

Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 10:58 ]
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Zardoz wrote:
Well done guys.

I'm struggling to choose my favourite... but you'll know soon enough. :luv:

Also: Get your haircut, Kov.


Yes sir :P

Author:  Zardoz [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 11:00 ]
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It might just put you at the top of my chart :luv:

Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 11:00 ]
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Thinking of shaving it all off, until after my tri..

Author:  Mr Dave [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 11:06 ]
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Zardoz wrote:
It might just put you at the top of my chart :luv:

Caution: you do not want to be at the top of his chart.

Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jun 26, 2017 11:11 ]
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https://www.113events.com/wp-content/up ... -Sheet.pdf

Getting a bit real now, 47 days to go..

Author:  TheFireFaerie [ Thu Jun 29, 2017 19:38 ]
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KovacsC wrote:
https://www.113events.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/CC2017%E2%80%93Race-Information-Sheet.pdf

Getting a bit real now, 47 days to go..


You can do it!

Author:  TheFireFaerie [ Thu Jun 29, 2017 19:44 ]
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Having been in the best shape I'd been in years, finally learning to cycle, and managing my first triathlon, I'm now facing the completely daunting challenge of getting back there post-baby.

God help me.

I actually don't know where to start, I kept healthy throughout my pregnancy but obviously there's only so much you can do, especially the last couple of months where you essentially can't move, and having ended up having an emergency c-section I'm now signed off to do anything for another 2 months; crap.

First port of call will be yoga / swimming once I'm allowed to in order to get a bit of strength and cardio back up, but I'm worried about how to work it around full time baby care and also just being nervous about my fitness levels now- don't suppose anyone else has been through this and has good results stories to share to point me in the right direction?! Or anyone with ladies who have been through it?

Must not turn into lazy Mummy, must aim for Yummy Mummy goal!!!!

Author:  Jem [ Thu Jun 29, 2017 21:45 ]
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Honestly? Concentrate on staying a) alive b) rested and c) fed for the next 4-6 months.

You have all the time in the world to be a yummy mummy - you don't get to re-live the first months of a baby's life again :) (and god knows I've tried)

Author:  TheFireFaerie [ Thu Jun 29, 2017 21:54 ]
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Jem wrote:
Honestly? Concentrate on staying a) alive b) rested and c) fed for the next 4-6 months.

You have all the time in the world to be a yummy mummy - you don't get to re-live the first months of a baby's life again :) (and god knows I've tried)


The yummy mummy bit was sort of a joke ;) it's more about how I feel in myself and both the physical and mental health elements. It's really got me down the last couple of months so I don't want to let it go on too long before I do something to get back on board; not full on, just something to get the endorphins going and energy levels / mood up! So looking for ideas and inspiration to kick start that

But yes, keeping the family alive and maybe sleeping again one day first priority

Author:  MaliA [ Fri Jun 30, 2017 9:11 ]
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Yeah, MrsA was worried about that, but I assured her that in the Yummy Mummy stakes, of the 6 mums in the NCT group, she'd be in the top five.

Author:  TheFireFaerie [ Fri Jun 30, 2017 10:49 ]
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MaliA wrote:
Yeah, MrsA was worried about that, but I assured her that in the Yummy Mummy stakes, of the 6 mums in the NCT group, she'd be in the top five.


See, Husband of the Year award right there. Clearly that's the encouragement I'm missing; have a word with MrFF would you?

Author:  Jem [ Fri Jun 30, 2017 11:07 ]
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TheFireFaerie wrote:
The yummy mummy bit was sort of a joke ;) it's more about how I feel in myself and both the physical and mental health elements. It's really got me down the last couple of months so I don't want to let it go on too long before I do something to get back on board; not full on, just something to get the endorphins going and energy levels / mood up! So looking for ideas and inspiration to kick start that

But yes, keeping the family alive and maybe sleeping again one day first priority


Sorry, please don't think me lecturing/patronising :luv: Your mental health is super important (the potential for PND is no joke), but I just remember trying to fit everything in and be super mum with #2 and regretting so much.

There are tons of mum & baby classes these days that will allow you to ease yourself back in without having to worry about childcare - yoga, buggy fit, sling swing and salsa babies (both dance classes) - that sort of thing.

Weight loss wasn't a huge issue for me because of my shit pregnancies but I found breastfeeding and 'babywearing' (using a sling) helped balance out the cake calories consumed early days. I walked a lot - partly because I didn't drive - and that really improved my general fitness without being massively strenuous as well as the fresh air / just getting out being good for my head.

I know the 30 day shred DVD used to be massively popular with new mums because obviously it's something you can do at home, but defo avoid until your scar is 110% healed.

Author:  Malc [ Fri Jun 30, 2017 12:08 ]
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TheFireFaerie wrote:
Having been in the best shape I'd been in years, finally learning to cycle, and managing my first triathlon, I'm now facing the completely daunting challenge of getting back there post-baby.

God help me.

I actually don't know where to start, I kept healthy throughout my pregnancy but obviously there's only so much you can do, especially the last couple of months where you essentially can't move, and having ended up having an emergency c-section I'm now signed off to do anything for another 2 months; crap.

First port of call will be yoga / swimming once I'm allowed to in order to get a bit of strength and cardio back up, but I'm worried about how to work it around full time baby care and also just being nervous about my fitness levels now- don't suppose anyone else has been through this and has good results stories to share to point me in the right direction?! Or anyone with ladies who have been through it?

Must not turn into lazy Mummy, must aim for Yummy Mummy goal!!!!


Use your baby as a weight and do some basic exercises with him, he'll love it and the bonus is that your baby will gain weight slowly, so that you're burning a few more calories than last time...

Author:  TheFireFaerie [ Fri Jun 30, 2017 12:18 ]
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Malc wrote:
TheFireFaerie wrote:
Having been in the best shape I'd been in years, finally learning to cycle, and managing my first triathlon, I'm now facing the completely daunting challenge of getting back there post-baby.

God help me.

I actually don't know where to start, I kept healthy throughout my pregnancy but obviously there's only so much you can do, especially the last couple of months where you essentially can't move, and having ended up having an emergency c-section I'm now signed off to do anything for another 2 months; crap.

First port of call will be yoga / swimming once I'm allowed to in order to get a bit of strength and cardio back up, but I'm worried about how to work it around full time baby care and also just being nervous about my fitness levels now- don't suppose anyone else has been through this and has good results stories to share to point me in the right direction?! Or anyone with ladies who have been through it?

Must not turn into lazy Mummy, must aim for Yummy Mummy goal!!!!


Use your baby as a weight and do some basic exercises with him, he'll love it and the bonus is that your baby will gain weight slowly, so that you're burning a few more calories than last time...


Hey good idea!! I've seen baby yoga where you can use baby as resistance / weights so shall see if I can find some of the exercises online!

Author:  TheFireFaerie [ Fri Jun 30, 2017 12:22 ]
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Jem wrote:
TheFireFaerie wrote:
The yummy mummy bit was sort of a joke ;) it's more about how I feel in myself and both the physical and mental health elements. It's really got me down the last couple of months so I don't want to let it go on too long before I do something to get back on board; not full on, just something to get the endorphins going and energy levels / mood up! So looking for ideas and inspiration to kick start that

But yes, keeping the family alive and maybe sleeping again one day first priority


Sorry, please don't think me lecturing/patronising :luv: Your mental health is super important (the potential for PND is no joke), but I just remember trying to fit everything in and be super mum with #2 and regretting so much.

There are tons of mum & baby classes these days that will allow you to ease yourself back in without having to worry about childcare - yoga, buggy fit, sling swing and salsa babies (both dance classes) - that sort of thing.

Weight loss wasn't a huge issue for me because of my shit pregnancies but I found breastfeeding and 'babywearing' (using a sling) helped balance out the cake calories consumed early days. I walked a lot - partly because I didn't drive - and that really improved my general fitness without being massively strenuous as well as the fresh air / just getting out being good for my head.

I know the 30 day shred DVD used to be massively popular with new mums because obviously it's something you can do at home, but defo avoid until your scar is 110% healed.



Not at all! That's all super advice, and important to see / hear both sides of the coin, so thank you :kiss:

I don't drive either so that's good to know the walking will be effective in itself; starting point! There's loads of classes around here but they're hideously expensive so no can do, but hadn't thought about the sling as a good weight type exercise; I need to get one for sure!

Author:  Jem [ Fri Jun 30, 2017 13:47 ]
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I getcha on how expensive classes are 8) but if there's a particular exercise you like the sound of the most I reckon youtube probably has "how to do it with your baby" type videos.

Author:  MaliA [ Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:07 ]
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A while back:

"Hey, MaliA! Do you fancy a walk in the Lakes?"
"Yeah, ok, when and where?"
"14th July, Scafell"
"Sure, hit me up two weeks before"

Now, I have discovered Scafell and Scafell Pike are two different things, and it's looking like about 14 miles in ten hours or so with 2,200 metres of up. On rocks. It looks like rain, too.

https://www.walkingenglishman.com/lakes29.htm


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This is a stunning path, quite narrow and perhaps a bit dodgy in poor weather....we scrambled up the the Great Slab which was a much longer climb than we thought. It was bone dry and no problem at all to walk up the 30 degree slope. I wouldn't fancy it in damp weather though as it would make a damn fine ski slope....The path from Esk Hause is wide, clear and very easy, but this soon changes as you get near Great End. Now the way is full of boulders and it is a case of picking your way across the tops of boulder fields spotting cairns here and there. Again, in today's warm and clear conditions it was no problem, but it must be a hellish place to be in foul weather - it is a brutal place.... Mickledore is the place of legends, a narrow but safe link between the two highest points in England. Steep drops on each side suggest other routes up and down


Oh, shit.

Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jul 10, 2017 13:53 ]
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I am 33 days till my tri.

I have a week off with my son in July and a taper week. Means just over 2 weeks of training. Panic is setting in...

Author:  MaliA [ Thu Jul 13, 2017 12:54 ]
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Quote:
HOW WINDY? (ON THE SUMMITS)

West or southwesterly 30 to 40mph.

EFFECT OF WIND ON YOU?

Extensive buffeting where exposed on higher areas, and locally through lower passes and cols.

HOW WET?

Rain, most persistent afternoon

Patches drizzly rain at any time, but most rain will spread eastwards during the afternoon although may not amount to much all day northeastern fells.

CLOUD ON THE HILLS?

Shrouding the hills all day

Blanket low cloud all day giving persistent fog from lower slopes up coastal fells and across south Lakes and at best from about 500 or 600m north/northeastern fells.

CHANCE OF CLOUD FREE SUMMITS?

10%

SUNSHINE AND AIR CLARITY?

Sunshine unlikely. Visibility often poor below cloud, most extensively western fells and across south Lakes.


Adventure time.

Author:  MaliA [ Thu Jul 13, 2017 20:23 ]
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Luckily, I am in charge of supplies. Wouldn't want an idiot doing it

Author:  KovacsC [ Fri Jul 14, 2017 11:58 ]
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Good mix there.

Author:  Grim... [ Fri Jul 14, 2017 14:12 ]
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That bacon is shit - we has some at the weekend.

Author:  Zardoz [ Fri Jul 14, 2017 15:09 ]
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Tefal Toast AND egg?!

Author:  Cras [ Fri Jul 14, 2017 15:11 ]
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I bought my brother in law a breakfast muffin maker a few years back. It toasts muffin halves, cooks an egg, and cooks a sausage patty.

Author:  Mr Russell [ Fri Jul 14, 2017 15:22 ]
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Cras wrote:
I bought my brother in law a breakfast muffin maker a few years back. It toasts muffin halves, cooks an egg, and cooks a sausage patty.

I have one also, it is ace.

Author:  Mimi [ Fri Jul 14, 2017 15:31 ]
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Mr Russell wrote:
Cras wrote:
I bought my brother in law a breakfast muffin maker a few years back. It toasts muffin halves, cooks an egg, and cooks a sausage patty.

I have one also, it is ace.

Of course you do. Craster is my brother, you pillock.

Author:  MaliA [ Sun Jul 16, 2017 15:11 ]
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Well, Langdale to Scafell Pike was interesting. We set off at half nine and made our way up to Bow Fell. This was bloody steep (20%) and as we climbed, we could see The Weather forming below. As we went up and up, it got wetter and wetter. Visibility was about 20 metres, and the wind was picking up. We made our way over to Elk Pike. We could not see where we were going by this point, and we relying on the cairns to guide us, and a compass bearing. My clothes were now soaked through and we'd done maybe a fifth of the distance. We got to the top and took shelter for some food. It was at this point we should have called it a day, but cold, wet and making poor choices we pushed on.

The going was ridiculous, we were literrally stepping from boulder to boulder, in a cloud with high winds. The rest is a miserable blur but the ascent of Scafell was awful. I was thinking we had made some very poor choices and it could get serious, quickly. Once we got there. We couldn't see more than 10m by this point. At the top, we replanned a route down and to walk around the valley to get some shelter and set off. Because of cold, wet, I don't know what happened but we walked down the wrong side of the mountain and not wanting to go back up, had to think. Option one was around and back over Elk Pike, option two was GTFO and pub and cab. Option 2 was taken. Two hours later we were in a pub, my knees are shot, and the cab back was only £100. Lots of lessons, there..

11 miles. 8 hours.

Langdale NT campsite is very giod, as is the NT down the road from it.

Author:  Cras [ Sun Jul 16, 2017 17:02 ]
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You and I do mancations very differently

Author:  MaliA [ Sun Jul 16, 2017 18:00 ]
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Heh. Maybe. Here's the ups and downs of the day and me a mile from the end.

Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 9:21 ]
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Well done.. that look awesome.

Author:  MaliA [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 9:53 ]
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KovacsC wrote:
Well done.. that look awesome.


Thank you. 3 miles at 18% shifts the cobwebs.

Author:  MaliA [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 9:58 ]
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If you want to do something, let me know. Live me some hill walking.

Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 10:03 ]
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Once my race is out of the way, i will be up for anything,...

Author:  Zardoz [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 10:17 ]
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Well done, Mali! What a view :DD

Looking forward to getting back into hill walks again.

Author:  MaliA [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 10:20 ]
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Zardoz wrote:
Well done, Mali! What a view!



I was sent this just now

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For a full on mountain day however nothing can compare with an ascent from Langdale.

This approach is a long day and takes in some the truly impressive sights. You need to pick a good clear day with stable weather and steal yourself for some hard work particularly if you choose to add on the ascent of Scafell. The rewards are glorious. Not only do you take in the remote part of Langdale but you also get lofty views down into Langstrath, Borrowdale, Eskdale and Wasdale. The crowning glory is the traverse of the main Scafell's ridge, the highest in England, which is stunning. It's that perfect combination of rock architecture, lofty positions and dramatic distant views and best of all because it's an out and back route you get to walk it twice.
You return to Langdale by the same route. Most of the way back is pretty clear but many people make the mistake of coming off the summit of Scafell Pike in the wrong direction. The clutter of rocks and cairns can be very misleading even in clear conditions so to make sure you take the right route take a compass bearing off the summit

Author:  Zardoz [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 10:23 ]
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:DD :luv:

Worst view I've had in the lakes was at the top of The Old Man of Coniston. It was like having a sheet of white paper in front of us with gravel at our feet.

Author:  MaliA [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 10:45 ]
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Zardoz wrote:
:DD :luv:

Worst view I've had in the lakes was at the top of The Old Man of Coniston. It was like having a sheet of white paper in front of us with gravel at our feet.


I would like to go up there. Next summer?

Also, hiw did the boulder fields form at the top of the hills? Was it all one rock that got smashed up?

Author:  Zardoz [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 11:23 ]
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Yeah, that's something to aim for.

Author:  KovacsC [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 11:27 ]
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I went to see my friends do an Ironman yesterday.. There are some seriously fit folk. Tempted to try next year, but then I slap myself..

Author:  markg [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 14:11 ]
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Zardoz wrote:
:DD :luv:

Worst view I've had in the lakes was at the top of The Old Man of Coniston. It was like having a sheet of white paper in front of us with gravel at our feet.

I remember being up there in winter when it closed in. Snow on the ground, it was exactly like being stood inside a table tennis ball, but bigger, windier and colder.

Author:  markg [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 14:13 ]
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MaliA wrote:
Also, hiw did the boulder fields form at the top of the hills? Was it all one rock that got smashed up?

Frost action and "unspecified agents" according to wikipedia.

Author:  Zardoz [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 14:16 ]
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Monkey eggs.


Author:  MaliA [ Mon Jul 17, 2017 14:53 ]
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markg wrote:
MaliA wrote:
Also, hiw did the boulder fields form at the top of the hills? Was it all one rock that got smashed up?

Frost action and "unspecified agents" according to wikipedia.


"Unspecified agents" is amusing me. Like militant faeries or something.

Author:  Kern [ Wed Jul 19, 2017 6:22 ]
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Great stuff, Malia.

Author:  asfish [ Wed Jul 19, 2017 9:59 ]
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Weigh more now than I did 2 years ago prior to me loosing the best part of 3 stone :(

Got my shit together as was making excuses about being busy with a new baby etc, but if you don't make the change then you don't loose weight

So back doing steps and once I've done a couple of weeks of that then gym again

Also knocked booze on the head as even a couple of beers makes me lazy and not want go out.

Making sure I get out on a weekend first thing in the morning to get the bulk of 10,000 steps done

Did 27,000 steps yesterday and ache like fuck :)

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