Post by: Sliverslinger on June 20, 2011, 09:24:00 PM
77 days to go (for me). I'm getting a late start on it this year but it's definitely time to start getting into shape for elk hunting. Those ridges and canyons seem to get bigger each year and I learned that to consistently get into the elk you've got to go where the elk go, which is typically where most people won't because it's too far, too steep, and too much of a pack out if/ when you get one. The years I've been in great shape typically are the years I get into the most elk. My thought in starting this topic is to create a running board to post the work outs we do each day ywe do them in preparation for going after the big one. I suppose it could be a dumb idea, but I know I'm always more motivated when I'm telling "someone" what my workout for the day was (since I don't have a workout partner), how much progress I've made, and how far I have to go. Plus it's good to get some encouragement as well. Call it accountability if you will. I'll start it off-
Day 1 with 77 to go. Focusing on getting in ridge climbing shape. Ht 6'3, Wt 250. Up and 2 flights of stairs with 20-25 lbs 25 times- 30-60 second break in between. 30-40 minutes of full court basketball. 2x20 pushups. It's not a lot but I was dead at the end. I guess it's not how you start but how you finish. No arrows shot today. Be back tomorrow. We get enough people to do this and I think it will be a good thing. See you on the ridges.
Post by: kalamasasquatch on June 20, 2011, 09:26:27 PM
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Post by: Sliverslinger on June 20, 2011, 09:33:59 PM
I been getting in shape for the past 3 months lost about 35 lbs so far. ran 3 miles today, hit the weights for 45 mins, 150 situps and 150 pushups...
Sounds like you're miles ahead of me. Shouldn't take too long to get it back though. I'm hoping to drop about 25 between now and September
Post by: Crunchy on June 20, 2011, 09:36:53 PM
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Post by: oldleclercrd on June 21, 2011, 05:40:24 AM
luckily im 5'10 150, i smoke but still have pretty good lungs cuz im only 27. my focus this year is based on becoming as accurate as possible. so im shooting about 200 arrows about every other night and once a week im shooting about 400-600 hundred or untill my arm feels like its gonna fall off.i spent ruffly six hours at the range today including doing the walk thru. i spend alot of time shooting 30 yards "so i dont miss" holding my bow back as long as i can till i start shaking spastically. but every week im able to hold my bow back a little longer.
Thats quite a few arrows for one day. You might be creating bad habits if you get too tired. I shoot a dozen or 2 each night and it works well for me.
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 21, 2011, 06:27:15 AM
Post by: CedarPants on June 21, 2011, 06:32:48 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 21, 2011, 06:37:08 AM
Post by: Sliverslinger on June 21, 2011, 06:41:38 AM
6'3" 235lbs torn left knee meniscus, lower back has been out since this happened about 5 weeks ago and I'll be starting my diet on Wed. On e the knee is good to put some weight on it, I'll start loading the frame pack with some weight and start hitting the hills, wish me luck!
Good luck man. A torn meniscus is no joke.
Post by: CedarPants on June 21, 2011, 07:16:03 AM
Man, 6'3" and 190? Lose any more and you won't need camouflage, you'll be invisible!
Lol, not true. Very healthy weight and I feel great. I guarantee you most everyone out there in this height range has a few pounds they could do without if they are getting on up there into the 200's. Unless of course they have 2% body fat and could play in the NFL just as easily as pack out an elk.
I kid - but all jokes aside I really do feel great. I'd encourage everyone to dig deep and shed those last few pounds. It's mentally rewarding and the added benefits of lowered blood pressure and cholesterol levels keep the wife and kids happy!
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 21, 2011, 07:17:38 AM
Post by: CedarPants on June 21, 2011, 07:24:34 AM
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Post by: Sliverslinger on June 21, 2011, 09:12:45 PM
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Post by: kalamasasquatch on June 22, 2011, 10:24:14 AM
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Post by: Sliverslinger on June 22, 2011, 11:21:44 AM
I wish I was still in the shape I was in iraq 62, 220 at about 4% body fat hiking 10 miles a day with 70 lbs on plus spending 2-4 hours a day in the gym. then I snapped my knee to where I was kicking myself in the nuts and lots of surgerys and laid up on the coutch lost it down to 180.. Thats back when I still had a motabalism, when I hit 30 it shut off..man I hear ya there. It was nothing to throw on a ruck and go for a ten mile road march or to head out for a 5 mile run. That was just the bare minimum for mondays and Thursdays. hunting the high country was easy then.
Post by: seth30 on June 22, 2011, 11:29:46 AM
Post by: yakimarcher on June 22, 2011, 12:24:56 PM
I shoot my bow every wednesday and saturday, 6" group at 40 yards, hoping to get down to a 6" group at 60 yards. On saturdays i head up HYW 410 with my bino's and maps I hike and glass and shoot stumps all day.
I shoot my bow on
Post by: Skyvalhunter on June 22, 2011, 12:51:34 PM
Post by: Kowsrule30 on June 22, 2011, 01:04:55 PM
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Post by: Kowsrule30 on June 22, 2011, 04:17:24 PM
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 22, 2011, 04:19:25 PM
I've done about six full 12 ounce curls since last post..... The problem is they keep getting lighter everytime til a new rep starts.... Worked on the chicken coupe for a couple hours..... Don't think that counts much though.... :dunno: That rooster is a pain in the ass to catch!!!!!! Probably got a 1/4 mile in trying to net the damn thing.... I even spilled a beer.... The wife and kids just laugh..... A little help would be nice..... :dunno:
What you're missing in your routine is nutrition. I didn't see the mention of pork rinds or beef jerky anywhere!
Post by: Kowsrule30 on June 22, 2011, 04:30:39 PM
Post by: 2legit2quit on June 22, 2011, 05:16:23 PM
Post by: Sliverslinger on June 22, 2011, 05:33:39 PM
6'.... 196 lbs..... Sitting here drinking a beer while I read this..... :chuckle: Just trying to get you all motivated!!!! I workout all day at work..... I'm taking the rest of the week off..... :tup:that was the nice thing about when I worked in the woods as a forest engineer. Never had to worry about getting in shape for elk season and I typically didn't scout much because I already had a good idea where the elk were most days.
Post by: Crunchy on June 22, 2011, 08:07:45 PM
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Post by: Kowsrule30 on June 23, 2011, 11:40:02 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 23, 2011, 11:41:41 AM
Post by: CedarPants on June 23, 2011, 11:57:13 AM
Anyone doing Hoopfest this weekend? I'm usually very excited for it (and still am) but I have an Alaskan moose hunt planned in September as well as a cow tag here in washington for October - so I pray to God this isn't the year I blow my knee out or something like that.
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 23, 2011, 11:57:58 AM
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Post by: kalamasasquatch on June 23, 2011, 12:12:07 PM
Post by: Sliverslinger on June 23, 2011, 12:45:01 PM
Main thing is when you get home don't sit down just get your workout clothes on and do it. On your way home take(40 min before working out) some NO3 explode they sell it at Costco it will help during your workouts. Set some goals for yourself and stick to them. Like workout everyday during the week and hike on the weekend.I take that stuff to and it makes a huge difference. I agree, I can't sit down and relax until after I work out or it won't get done.
Post by: sebek556 on June 23, 2011, 12:51:01 PM
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Post by: asl20bball on June 23, 2011, 08:39:13 PM
Post by: Sliverslinger on June 23, 2011, 09:30:16 PM
Keep it up fellas....Train hard, hunt easy.that's a great way of looking at it. Not only are you much more likely to find elk when you're in good enough shape to go where they go but it's a lot more enjoyable when its easier and you're not cramping and walking on wobbly legs. Plus I don't want to end up as one those guys who don't prepare and then have a heart attack or pull a muscle on day one.
Post by: Sliverslinger on June 23, 2011, 09:32:02 PM
on June 18th, I broke the WA State Bench Press record. with a lift of 601 lbs. now its time to do some cardio. I drew a Goose Prarie archery tag. so I need to get the legs and lungs in shape.Congrats... that's nuts!
Post by: Kowsrule30 on June 23, 2011, 10:01:46 PM
on June 18th, I broke the WA State Bench Press record. with a lift of 601 lbs. now its time to do some cardio. I drew a Goose Prarie archery tag. so I need to get the legs and lungs in shape.Congrats... that's nuts!
Holy SH!T!!!!!!! I benched my own weight for a while..... But now I don't weigh 600#..... :chuckle: Congrat's to the fullest!!!!! You'll probably break your record again...... :tup: Just don't hurt me...... :chuckle:
Post by: rebal69972 on June 23, 2011, 10:24:30 PM
Post by: CedarPants on June 24, 2011, 06:28:48 AM
on June 18th, I broke the WA State Bench Press record. with a lift of 601 lbs. now its time to do some cardio. I drew a Goose Prarie archery tag. so I need to get the legs and lungs in shape.
Holy you know what!!!! Bench - you should throw your number out there, I'll bet you could pull down 6 figures this fall helping guys pack their elk out. WOW, nicely done!!!
Post by: bench beast on June 24, 2011, 05:39:41 PM
I would need to learn how to walk on my handson June 18th, I broke the WA State Bench Press record. with a lift of 601 lbs. now its time to do some cardio. I drew a Goose Prarie archery tag. so I need to get the legs and lungs in shape.
Holy you know what!!!! Bench - you should throw your number out there, I'll bet you could pull down 6 figures this fall helping guys pack their elk out. WOW, nicely done!!!
Post by: kerrdog on June 24, 2011, 05:45:45 PM
Post by: Harstine Hunter on June 26, 2011, 11:22:58 PM
Amazing Elk Hunt Bob Marshall Wilderness - Montana (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9kUa39PHLg#)
Post by: Wtrfowlr62 on June 26, 2011, 11:34:13 PM
I love this thread. besides the weight lifting, shooting, and cardio one thing that I've found extremely helpful and easy to do is stretch the leg muscles every day. You can do this infront of the tv at night and it only takes 5 mins. I've found this reduces muscle soreness and most importantly reduces recovery time when your muscles have been worked hard. Trust me, this will make getting out the tent on day 2 in the mountains much easier. Keep it up fellas....Train hard, hunt easy.
stretching i think is really under looked. I feel stretching helps a ton later on!
been doing my heavy lifting as usual im behind on my cardio. definitly gonna start it up this week though :tup: