Shape Up Notts

slimming clubs

anonimouse — Fri Jul 18, 2008 6:10 am e

Author: anonimouse

Posted: Fri Jul 18, 2008 6:10 am e

I have friends that use slimming clubs as well. They feel that exercise is not promoted adequately. In fact, one lady has now given up her hour of slimming club for an hour of exercise, which must be better for her!

WIMBLEDON

hgorman — Tue Jul 08, 2008 9:58 am e

Author: hgorman

Posted: Tue Jul 08, 2008 9:58 am e

I usually think women's tennis is more entertaining than men's - where they serve the ball so fast it's impossible to return it or the match ends up being a baseline slog. Women's tennis is typically is more tactical but I have to agree that this years men's final was much more entertaining than the women's.

However, I do think men and wome should be paid equally, without question. At the end of the day, prize money from Wimbledon is pocket change to these guys who make millions in sponsorship. I think I heard Federer is worth around 41million.

Paying men more than women is archaic and needs to change in my opinion... It has changed in most Olympic sports already.

The Sport Notts Experience

Vane55a — Mon Jul 07, 2008 4:33 pm e

Author: Vane55a

Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 4:33 pm e

Hi,
Thanks for replying! Well done on the Great Notts, it was sooo windy! Let�s hope next year isn't so blustery..

It's amazing how much exercise is achieved from something like walking the dog. I have a friend who takes part in something called Canicross, which is where you run along with your dog through fields and forests and take part in events! Sounds a bit odd I know, but she likes it. I'm a cat person myself!

The webpage is http://cani-cross.co.uk/cc_calendar.shtml

Thanks again
Vanessa

Marathons

becca7 — Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:59 pm e

Author: becca7

Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:59 pm e

I did the Leicester half last year, which was on some of the course for the full marathon. It is a little difficult to predict on the basis of that what it will be like for this year's race, as it was the first time in years that these races had been back in the city, and some improvements are planned for this year. The marathon course last year went through the city and out into the country, before coming back into the city. It has some small hills, which last year included one near the finish, but I understand that the finish will be relocated to the city centre this year so that particular hill will be left out. Two things to note, if it is your first marathon, is it was a little low on spectators last year, so the atmosphere is not as good as at some other big city races, and also not as many people doing the full marathon. I am a bit of a slow plodder and those things would put me off doing my first marathon at this race. However both of those factors may improve this year.

Level 2 Gym Instruction

anonimouse — Sun Jul 06, 2008 7:49 pm e

Author: anonimouse

Posted: Sun Jul 06, 2008 7:49 pm e

That'll be me OTW!

Thanks to everyone for your support. I have had a really great experience. Now it's down to getting myself a job, and an ETM qualification!

Football

KP — Thu Jun 26, 2008 3:26 pm e

Author: KP

Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 3:26 pm e

I can't give any personal recomendations for footy clubs in the area, but I'd suggest finding out about and trying your local clubs - see if you like them.

There's loads of clubs listed on intosport.org.uk

Good luck.

Ice Hockey - New players welcome in Sheffield

Shaz — Thu Jun 26, 2008 2:39 pm e

Author: Shaz

Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 2:39 pm e

The Steel City Shoguns are a new recreational ice hockey team in Sheffield, we have players with varied skill levels from beginners upwards.

We have vacancies for players, both male & female. Skill levels is not important, but we are looking for players who are commited to developing themselves and their team mates and who are able to attend training on a regular basis.

We train at Ice Sheffield on Tuesday nights, on the ice from 10.45 - 11.45pm, full kit must be worn, we can help you with sourcing quality second hand gear, or hiring kit to give it a go.

If you're interested in joining us, or have any questions please post here or email me @ sharon_brosnan@hotmail.com

Shaz

Great Nottinghamshire Bike Ride

Marin — Sun Jun 22, 2008 1:06 pm e

Author: Marin

Posted: Sun Jun 22, 2008 1:06 pm e

We did the 18 mile version this morning, really enjoyed it, the weather was lovely (although could have done without the wind on the return half!) mostly scenic route with a great down hill section into Shelford! The race marshalls were friendly and helpful, generally good organisation.
100 miler next year then!

Windsurfing Lincolnshire/East Yorks coast

fatwindsurfer — Mon Jun 16, 2008 9:30 pm e

Author: fatwindsurfer

Posted: Mon Jun 16, 2008 9:30 pm e

JohnF wrote:

Hi Fats

Can't speak for Lincs coast, but north norfolk is worth the trip if the wind direction is right. Hunstanton works in SW, through anything with North in it. Brancaster works in W through anything with north in it and can be great. Both not v. good at low water.

Fraisthorpe (just south of Bridlington) can be OK-It's popular. I've sailed it a few times, but I've always had better days in Norfolk

If you want any more info post here and I'll let you know.

John

Thanks for that reply. Been off the scene as you can see!!
Am probably having to give up the sport due to ill health.
Sincerely, Phil

My Ride To Work

nunoncastors — Wed Jun 11, 2008 11:48 am e

Author: nunoncastors

Posted: Wed Jun 11, 2008 11:48 am e

Ooo. Interesting, I'll keep an eye out for that.

What Training Have You Done Today?

BobbyDiablo — Sun Jun 01, 2008 8:55 am e

Author: BobbyDiablo

Posted: Sun Jun 01, 2008 8:55 am e

Never mind- it's a good topic. Just run 8 miles in the rain around the hills of Mansfield. Nice steady pace so felt quite good. Now snuggling down back in my duvet with a hot cup of tea.

Running shoes

stuart_93 — Sat May 31, 2008 9:11 pm e

Author: stuart_93

Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 9:11 pm e

I've heard sweat shop is very good its in Virgin active near nottingham train station

Maid Marian Relay Results

Vane55a — Fri May 23, 2008 2:08 pm e

Author: Vane55a

Posted: Fri May 23, 2008 2:08 pm e

So..the results are out guys! They are available to download from the following link: www.perfectmotionevents.com/maid-marian-relay.php.

Thanks to everyone for their support and hard work, and well done to all who took part!

Well done to our very own Shape Up Notts team, who met for the first time last night and put in their best efforts. The Shape Up Notts team have been hand picked to train and run for the Experian Robin Hood Festival of Running as each one is runing for a special cause. More information is on this website. There's still a chance to register for the Robin Hood Half/Full Marathon just visit http://www.experianfestivalofrunning.co.uk/ for more information.

We had some quick times last night, with Matt Alexander and Sarah Maude clocking the quickest male and female times respectively. Sarah not only clocked 5minutes 18seconds for her last leg, but also 5m 19s for the first � impressive running! Matt went slightly quicker with a time of 5 minutes and 3 seconds � just outside the magical sub 5 minutes! Well done to both who each win a Polar Heart Rate Monitors

Thanks again to everyone for taking part and we hope to see some of you at other events we are working on � 22nd June is next for the Great Notts Bike Ride (www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/bikeride). And don�t forget if you start logging your points in the Sport Nottinghamshire Workplace Challenge (www.sportnottinghamshire.co.uk) you could win �2,500 to spend on sports and fitness in your business.

BMI Calculator

Oak Tree Wayne — Wed May 21, 2008 12:57 am e

Author: Oak Tree Wayne

Posted: Wed May 21, 2008 12:57 am e

KP wrote:

BMI isn't perfect and yes, BFP is better, but BMI gives a good indication of weight range (over / underweight) for about 95% of the population and BFP is very hard to measure for most people.

It does fall down for people who have a high muscle content (e.g. professional athletes), but then you�d hope that they may realise that they are not overweight.

Be wary about discrediting BMI as it will give some people a ready made excuse not to believe they need to lose weight - "Well, if Jona Lomu�s BMI said he was obese, why should I have to diet?"

True enough, i wasn't 'discrediting' it as such, just people need to be wary that it isn't 'the bible' it gives a decent indication but if you are reasonably fit and feel/look good but your BMI says 'you are slightly overweight'??? How many people are striving (unnecessarily) to drop their weight even more? Not everyone understands the principles of weight loss/dieting and exercise/ BFP etc!

WORKPLACE CHALLENGE

starry — Tue May 20, 2008 7:59 am e

Author: starry

Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 7:59 am e

There's currently 35 organisations listed and 184 individuals signed up to the Workplace Challenge.
If you haven't done so yet, get your workplace on the list.
It's easy to do: If you already have your workplace included as a group that you've joined, just opt in by clicking on the button next to your workplace's name.
If your workplace isn't yet listed, set it up as a group by clicking on 'Join Club, School or Workplace' on the top right hand side of your Profile Home page, then when it's set up as a group for you, just opt into the Workplace Challenge, as above
Some people may first need to go to Edit Personal Info in order to include themselves on the leaderboards in order for their scores to count.

Once you're signed up, try and persuade your work colleagues to join in and give you some competition!

With your help, we can reach our target of 100 workplaces signed up and 1000 people involved in the Challenge.
Cheers
Starry